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Health NewsAthletic Trainer To The Rescue
Fewer injuries occur and more concussions are diagnosed in high schools with athletic trainers
Prescription DrugsNew Chronic Leukemia Drug Approved
Synribo approved for chronic myelogenous leukemia
Health NewsSynribo for Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Approved by FDA
Synribo resulted in major hematologic response for 14 percent of patients
Health NewsDiabetes Tied to Barrett's Esophagus
Type 2 diabetes patients had increased risk of Barretts esophagus
OTCFrom Ouch! To Say What?
Hearing loss increases with frequent pain reliever usage
Health NewsRealistic Expectations Are a Good Thing
Chemotherapy for end-stage lung and colorectal cancer unlikely to cure
Mental HealthKids: Move More, Focus Better
ADHD was improved after twenty minutes of exercise
Mental HealthToo Little Zzzs, Too Many Pounds
Insufficient sleep linked to obesity in review of research literature
Health NewsRA Tied to Deep Vein Blood Clots
Deep vein thrombosis risk greater in patients with prior rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis
Health NewsCheerlead to Safety
Cheerleading guidelines released to help prevent injury and keep programs accountable
Mental HealthSeeking Answers to Kids' Random Pains
Mother's mental health disorders and difficulties as baby may increase risk of later pains
OTCAspirin May Be a Cancer Knock-Out
Colorectal cancer patients with gene mutation may live longer with aspirin therapy
Health NewsAir Travel Troubles in Diabetic Devices
Diabetes patients using insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors should be aware of potential problems
Health NewsLeukemia Drug Granted Accelerated Review
Ponatib receives FDA priority review
Health NewsMapping Your Lungs
COPD gets a closer look through new technology
Health NewsYou May Be Expecting a Preemie
Progesterone to prevent preterm birth not effective for women with short cervixes
FeaturesThe Crohn's Lifestyle
Crohns disease diet and lifestyle tips
Health NewsBigger is Badder in AS
Obese ankylosing spondylitis patients may have poorer perceptions on the benefits of exercise
Health NewsThe Road Less Cycled
Cyclists injuries occur more often on busier and less accommodating routes
Prescription DrugsAntidepressant May Cool Down Hot Flashes
Pristiq may reduce hot flashes related to menopause
Health NewsHeart Risk Factors Tied to Cancer Survival
Prostate cancer patients with metabolic risk factors have higher mortality risks
Prescription DrugsSeroquel and Drowsiness
Seroquel extended release version was less sedating than the rapid release version
Mental HealthSuper-Sized Stress and Super-Sized Meals
Child obesity risk and likelihood of eating fast food linked to parent stress levels
Health NewsLiving Strong with GI Bleeding
Gastrointestinal bleeding related deaths have gone down over the last two decades