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Health NewsRapid Genetic Testing Developed
Genetic mutations detected by antibody detection of translocations in microarray
Health NewsRadioactive Heart Scan
Radioactive nanobodies identify fat and debris despoits in artery walls
Mental HealthDepression Common Among Stroke Survivors
Depression prevalent after stroke or transient ischemic attack
Prescription DrugsBone Rx may Break Uterine Cancer Risks
Bisphosphonates may protect against endometrial cancer
Prescription DrugsFDA Approves Intelence
Medication approved for pediatric HIV patients
Health NewsParamedics Skilled at Identifying Stroke
Stroke successfully pinpointed by most medics
Health NewsHalf of all Cancers may be Preventable
Cancer burden can be reduced with behavioral change
FeaturesWeight Loss Surgery Treats Diabetes
Obese type 2 diabetes patients benefit from bariatric surgery
Health NewsNew Surgical Method for Inoperable Pancreatic Cancer?
Irreversible electroporation implemented for inoperable pancreatic cancer
Mental HealthWhat Role do Genes Play in PTSD?
Post traumatic stress disorder may be related to specific genes
Prescription DrugsFDA Approves New Viral Blood Test
Viruses linked to leukemia and neurologic diseases
Health NewsDetecting Breast Cancer Recurrence Earlier
Breast cancer recurrence detected a year earlier with new blood test
Health NewsAre Cancer and Cholesterol Risks Related?
Cancer risk increased with history of low LDL cholesterol level
NaturalGreen Coffee may aid Weight Loss
Unroasted green coffee beans appear associated with greater weight loss
Health NewsAllergic Reactions get Regulated
Allergic disease symptoms caused by interleukin 13 are regulated by microRNA mir375
Health NewsHPV Shot can Protect From Reinfection
HPV shot lowers risk of reinfection for women who already had HPV related disease
Health NewsBacteria Battle in the Lungs With CF
Antibiotics may eliminate bacteria diversity which could improve cystic fibrosis symptoms
Health NewsShould Your OB/GYN Care for Your Heart?
Heart disease risk factors can be evaluated effectively at OB and GYN clinics
Clinical TrialsDrugs Dissolve Blood Clots Treat Embolism
Moderate pulmonary embolism safe to treat with thrombolytic drug tissue plasminogen activator
NaturalGoldilocks Sleep Best for Heart
Sleeping too little or even too much can increase the risk of heart attack or stroke
FeaturesDefining Arthritis
Arthritis types and treatment
Health NewsMore Complications for Mothers With Lupus
Lupus may reduce the chance of live birth
Health NewsHeart Attack More Likely When Pregnant
Pregnant women are at higher risk for heart attacks and may require different treatment
Health NewsStigma Around Smoking Deepens Depression
Lung cancer patient depression exacerbated by social stigma