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Health NewsMacrolide Antibiotics: Safe for the Heart?
Macrolide antibiotics may not increase heart arrhythmia risk
Health NewsSepsis Has a New Definition
Sepsis, septic shock redefined by international consensus
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Health NewsMoms-to-Be, How’s Your Heart?
Recurrent preeclampsia may be linked to heart abnormalities in mothers
Health NewsAn In-Depth Look at Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity evaluated for risk factors, prevention techniques
Health NewsDepressed? You May Find It Harder to Quit
Quitting smoking may be more difficult for depressed patients, especially women
Health NewsThe “Change” Doesn’t Have to Be the End
Perimenopause symptoms, treatments reviewed
Health NewsIs a PET Scan the Right Option for You?
PET scans may be overused in lung, esophageal cancer survivors
Health NewsWeight Loss: A Little Could Do a Lot
Losing small body weight percentage may improve metabolic function, overall health
Health NewsHeadache and IBS: A Potential Link
Migraine, tension headaches may share genetic link with irritable bowel syndrome
Health NewsBefore Knee Replacement, This Surgery May Help
Bariatric surgery before knee replacement surgery may be cost-effective way to improve outcomes
Health NewsThe Prevalence of PTSD in Teens
Peer violence, cyberbullying in teens may be common, linked to post-traumatic stress disorder
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Health NewsIn Spinal Cord Rehab, Timing Matters
Early rehabilitation after traumatic spinal cord injury can have long-term positive effects
Prescription DrugsA Potential New Use for Pioglitazone
Pioglitazone might prevent recurrent stroke, heart attack in patients with insulin resistance
Health NewsThe Harms of Masked Hypertension in CKD
Masked hypertension may increase complication risk in chronic kidney disease patients
FDA ApprovalsFDA Expands Indication For Breast Cancer Rx
Palbociclib now approved to treat HR-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer in women following endocrine therapy
Health NewsThink You're Having a Stroke? Don't Delay
Rapid clot removal during stroke tied to improved outcomes
Health NewsGot Chronic Neck Pain? Stop Smoking Now!
Smoking may worsen cervical spine degeneration
FDA ApprovalsNew Epilepsy Rx Gets FDA Nod
Briviact approved to treat partial onset seizures in patients age 16 years and older with epilepsy
Health NewsWhen Patients on Blood Thinners Have a Stroke
Idarucizumab may quickly reverse the effects of dabigatran in brain hemorrhage patients
Health NewsFor Colorectal Patients, Surgery May Not Be Enough
Colorectal cancer patients may need colonoscopy after surgery
Health NewsAnother Reason to Sleep Well and Exercise
Adequate sleep, regular exercise tied to reduced stroke risk
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FeaturesActivities for Patients With Alzheimer's
Patients with Alzheimer's disease may benefit from exercise and mental stimulation
Prescription DrugsOverdoses From This Rx May Be on the Rise
Benzodiazepine overdoses contributed to large portion of US overdoses
Health NewsThe Link Between Your Mouth and Your Stroke Risk
Stroke risk linked to presence of mouth bacteria