Linda Thrasybule
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Testosterone Therapy Doesn't Boost Prostate Cancer Risk, Study FindsResearchers have debated whether testosterone treatments raise men's risk of prostate cancer.
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Acupuncture Eases Migraines, But Only SlightlyAcupuncture offered only a slight benefit in terms of reducing the number of days people suffered from migraines.
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Top 7 Germs in Food that Make You SickHere are seven of the most common culprits of food-borne disease, and what you can do to avoid them.
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6 Superbugs to Watch Out ForSuperbugs, also known as drug-resistant bacteria, can cause infections that are hard to treat. Here's a look at 6 common superbugs.
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Anesthesia Before Age 3 Raises Child's ADHD RiskChildren who go under anesthesia more than once at a young age have higher rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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Scoring a Healthier Super Bowl SundayHere are tips for avoiding weight gain on game day.
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Advanced Melanoma Drug Nearly Doubles Survival TimeBy Linda Thrasybule Published
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Money Talks: Should We Get Paid to Be Healthy?People who meet their health goals, such as losing weight or lowering their blood pressure, should be rewarded, one doctor argues.
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Want a Younger Brain? Try Eating Omega-3People with higher levels of omega-3s had larger brains, and did better on tests of memory and problem-solving skills, than people with lower levels.
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Alcohol Releases the Brain's 'Feel-Good' ChemicalsAlcohol triggers the release of feel-good endorphins in the brain, and this effect is especially strong in heavy drinkers, a new study says.
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Junk Food Might Not Be Addictive, After AllIf you're having a hard time putting down that pint of ice cream, it may not be because you're hard wired to keep eating it.
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Exercise During Pregnancy Is Safe for Moms and BabiesThe study is one of the few that looked at the direct effect of exercise on the fetus -- researchers measured fetal heart beat and blood flow through the umbilical cord.
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Multiple Births Can Multiply Mom's WeightMultiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.
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7 Facts About Home BirthsHome births are becoming more popular in the U.S., but they come with risks and aren't right for everyone. Here are some facts about home births.
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Americans Are in Worse Health Than Other NationalitiesAmericans are in poorer health than people living in other high-income countries.
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Three Ways to Bounce Back From a Broken HeartIt's OK to have a pity party when the romance fizzles, but keep it short.
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Do Natural Remedies Really Work?Many home remedies are appealing, but research shows they may not help.
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6 Winter Woes to Watch Out ForUse common sense to prevent many winter health problems.
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4 Ways to Avoid Winter FallsHow to minimize the risk of falling on snow and ice.
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Why Impatience May Hurt Your HeartIn a rush? Being impatient is bad for blood pressure and the heart.
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How Obama and Romney Differ on Health CareAs the 2012 presidential election draws closer, here's a look at some of the other differences between the candidates' health care plans.
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Out-of-Control Blood Pressure Higher for Cops & FirefightersBy Linda Thrasybule Published
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Hearing Loss in Women Tied to Pain RelieversCommon pain relievers may contribute to hearing loss in women, a new study says.
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People Dying of Diabetes Who Never Knew They Had It, Study FindsPeople in the U.S. who don't know they have Type 1 diabetes account for a surprising number of deaths from one complication of the condition, a new study of autopsies shows.
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