IUS

American

Rocketry.

inertial upper stage.

IUS British

abbreviation

intrauterine system; a hormonal contraceptive coil, such as Mirena, that carries a supply of progestogen, which is released in small amounts over a period of three to five years

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About five years ago, my doctor noted that my vitamin D levels were low and suggested a supplement of up to 4,000 IUs per day.

From Seattle Times

Helen later got the IUS or hormonal contraceptive coil but decided to have it removed after three years because of "sharp twinges".

From BBC

Walker ius eligible to vote in the leadership election but wasn’t expected to be present.

From Seattle Times

“During the pandemic I recommend 1,000 to 2,000 IUs, even though the jury is still out in terms of benefits during covid,” she says.

From Washington Post

When encountering patients with a high score on the IUS, Bredemeier may explicitly target enhancing their comfort levels with life’s unpredictability as a treatment goal.

From Scientific American

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