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Health NewsEven a Little Early is Too Early
Premature babies more likely to fail standardized tests even if late preterm
Health NewsOff to the Hospital for MS Patients
Multiple sclerosis associated with higher risk of hospital admission for infection
Health NewsRain or Shine, Umbrellas Are Fine
Ultraviolet ray protection from handheld umbrellas
Health NewsEat Less Meat For Better Wealth
Mediterranean diet and eating less meat improved health and saved money
Prescription DrugsStaying Focused on TB
Tuberculosis awareness encouraged on World Tuberculosis Day
Health NewsIs Fasting the New Fat-Busting Fad?
Weight loss through intermittent fasting has gained attention
Prescription DrugsNo Need to Fear Lupus Medications
Lymphoma risk in lupus patients not related to immunosuppressant medications
Mental HealthDon’t Let Cervical Cancer Get You Down
Cervical cancer patient quality of life can improve with support
Prescription DrugsExtra Pounds Don't Affect Heartburn Rx
Non erosive reflux and erosive esophagitis success not dependent on body mass index
Mental HealthLinking Poor Sleep and Alzheimer's
Alzheimers linked to poor sleep prior to cognitive problems
FDA ApprovalsFDA Approves TOBI Podhaler
TOBI Podhaler treats bacterial lung infection in cystic fibrosis patients
NaturalActivity Each Day Keeps Fractures at Bay
Exercise increases bone density in children without chance for fractures
Prescription DrugsRx Shortages Hitting Cancer Patients Hard
Cancer medication supply shortages are affecting patient care and medical research
Health NewsJoint Connection After Surgery
Joint replacement surgery for osteoarthritis associated with improved sexual function
Health NewsBlood Pressure & Signs of a Declining Mind
Alzheimers disease early risk factors may be triggered by high blood pressure
Mental HealthDon't Go Breaking My Heart
Anxiety and depression in heart disease patients linked to increased risk of death
Prescription DrugsBone Loss Rx Didn't Lower Cancer Risk
Colorectal cancer risk reduction not associated with oral bisphosphonate use
Prescription DrugsBeat Back Pain by Quitting Smoking
Smoking cessation eased pain for spinal care patients
Health NewsShould New Moms Take Anti-depressants?
Antidepressants during pregnancy do not appear to influence baby growth in first year
Health NewsTwo Can Equal One in ACL Surgery
ACL surgery techniques using double versus single bundle ligaments provide equal stability
Health NewsLong Live Knee Replacements in the Young!
Total knee replacements for juvenile idiopathic arthritis last for decades in most patients
Health NewsSay “I Do” the Healthy Way
Wedding planning health and safety tips from the CDC
FeaturesRisky Business of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis risk factors include age and obesity
Health NewsNuts on the Plane
Nut allergies made safe through in flight precautions