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Health NewsLeukemia and Brain Cancer Linked by Genetic Mutation
Researchers reveal how mutation contributes to both cancers
Health NewsUnpacking Parkinson's Mysteries
Damaged proteins shown to spread in Parkinson's disease
Health NewsSearching for the Genetic Source
Study finds that fat is associated with chemical changes in the DNA
Health NewsMaking the Affordable Care Act ... Affordable
HHS Secretary Sebelius announces grants for states to implement Health Insurance Exchanges
Health NewsHIV Patients May Have Yet Another Strike Against Them
Stroke incident rates skyrocket among those with HIV while declining for general population
Health NewsLung Disease Leads to Death from Other Causes
Increased risk of death from non-respiratory diseases for COPD patients on long-term oxygen therapy
Health NewsThe New Gateway Drug
The increasingly common illicit use of HGH is linked to abuse of other drugs
Health NewsKidneys on the Move
Transported kidneys for transplant are safe and effective
Health NewsWhat We've Got Here Is Failure to Communicate
Many health care systems are not using research-based evidence
Health NewsMalaria, You've Been Busted!
Malaria parasite is filmed invading red blood cells
Health NewsA Small Conversation about a Big Decision
Surrogate decision-makers take longer to decide to forgo life support if they haven't talked with their loved ones
FDA AlertsBarrel O'...Not So Much Fun
Potato chips recalled for undeclared milk
Prescription DrugsStatin Stalemate
Statin benefit in patients with low-risk of heart disease is questionable
Health NewsLaser Precision
Lasers used to test water for E. coli contamination
Health NewsBreaking Down HIV's Outer Shell
Researchers develop complete model of HIV's outer shell
Health NewsHIV in the American South
Minorities and women living in the South face more HIV complications
Health NewsGood Gums Mean Good Lungs
Good gum health could protect against lung disease
NaturalEight Apples a Day Keep the Cardiologist Away
People who eat more fruits and vegetables at lower risk of death from ischemic heart disease
Mental HealthCan't Get Enough of the Game
Researchers find that the increasing problem of video game addiction leads to other psychological issues
Health NewsWeighing In on Body Image
It's women's Healthy Weight Week, so celebrate your body
Health NewsStem Cells Could Save Your Spine
Stem cells help undo effects of spinal injury in mice
Health NewsPass the Bread
Hydrolyzed gluten is safe for people with gluten allergy
NaturalHold the Olive Oil
Anti-inflammatory compounds in olive oil and ibuprofen can make you cough
Health NewsLucky Number 53
Japanese plant used in synthetic compound to help fight HIV