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Health NewsMen, Prostate Cancer Probably Won't Kill You
Prostate cancer as cause of death is declining
Health NewsMicro-needles Could Improve AMD Treatment
Macular degeneration more effectively treated with micro needles
Mental HealthPatient Info Via Technology
Technology based interventions for public health problems could reach a lot of people
Prescription DrugsLong Term ADHD Drugs Appear Safe
Ritalin appears safe to use for extended time periods
Prescription DrugsAntidepressants & Facelift Surgery
Bleeding risks due to antidepressants after face lift surgery are not proven
Prescription DrugsArthritis Drug has Dizzying Side Effects
Rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis patients may have methotrexate intolerance within one year
Mental HealthStress Ignited by Stressors
Racial discrimination leads to significant stress
Mental HealthNew Antidepressant for Hep C
Hepatitis C drugs can cause depression so preventative antidepressants may be the answer
Mental HealthTreating Worry and Anxiety
Cognitive behavioral therapy and applied relaxation are both effective for anxiety disorder
FeaturesHormone Therapy May Be OK for Women
Some menopausal women should not use hormone therapy
Mental HealthThe Victory Stance
Triumphant expressions are immediate and instinctual which is different from pride
Prescription DrugsHigh Flu Risk in RA Patients
Rheumatoid arthritis patients may have higher influenza risk when taking anti TNF drugs
NaturalIt's Normal Aging - Not Cancer
Acute Myeloid Leukemia requires only a few genetic changes to form
Mental HealthCan Early Intervention Stop PTSD?
Post traumatic stress disorder symptoms may be reduced by early intervention programs
Mental HealthDementia and a Sense of Self
Dementia patients rated quality of life better when their self-concept was good
Health NewsMan VS. Beast
Strength and speed comparisons of humans versus animals
Mental HealthSexual Perils of Energy Drinks & Alcohol
Energy drinks and alcohol cocktails increase risk of drunk sex
Health NewsStem Cells Rejuvenate Heart
Heart cells of elderly heart failure patients rejuvenated with modified stem cells
Health NewsEarly Prostate Cancers in Older Men Way Down
Prostate cancer cases have declined in men 75 and older
FeaturesOlympic Games: London 2012
Training for the Olympics is no easy feat
Health NewsLeukemia and Workplace Chemicals
Chronic myeloid leukemia may be associated with benzene exposure
Prescription DrugsIBS Drugs With Fewest Side Effects
Irritable bowel syndrome meds causing least harm identified by scientists
Clinical TrialsTwo Thirds of Obese Kids At Risk of Heart Disease
Obese children have risk factors for cardiovascular disease
Prescription DrugsMama's Meds and Her Baby's Lungs
Antidepressant exposure in utero linked to increased drug use for pulmonary disease