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Health NewsCould Colds Be Behind Asthma Hospitalizations?
Asthma hospitalizations could primarily be driven by the common cold in children
Health NewsThe Benefits of Testosterone for Older Men
Testosterone therapy may improve sexual function, physical ability and mood in older men
Health NewsThe Latest on the Ebola Vaccine
Experimental Ebola vaccine highly effective in West African trial
Health NewsPrograms to Quit Smoking: Compared
Web-based, phone-based smoking cessation programs compared in four US states
Health NewsAdderall: The Troubling Trends
Adderall misuse, emergency room visits on the rise in young adults
Health NewsWhat Exercise Could Do for Men's Bones
Exercise in men's younger years linked with greater bone density later in life
FeaturesWhat's the Best Breakfast for Kids?
High-protein, low-sugar breakfasts may promote children's health
Prescription DrugsSome Melanoma Patients May Not Need This Rx
Interferon may not be beneficial for some stage III melanoma patients
Health NewsDiabetes and Sitting: A Potential Link
Sedentary time may significantly increase type 2 diabetes risk
Health NewsMoms-to-Be and Vitamin D
Pregnant women who ate diets high in vitamin D had children with fewer allergies
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Health NewsWhat's Behind the Whooping Cough Comeback?
Tdap booster vaccine may lose effectiveness among adolescents
Health NewsThe Effect of BRCA Testing on Breast Cancer Treatment
BRCA testing in breast cancer patients younger than 40 increased, could affect treatment decisions
Health NewsNew Treatment Offers Hope for Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma patients may benefit from autograft, allograft therapy
Health NewsRadiation Therapy — Don't Miss It
Cancer patients who miss radiation therapy appointments may be more likely to have negative outcomes
Health NewsA New Bacteria Is Spreading Lyme Disease
Borrelia mayonii implicated in Lyme disease spread among Midwestern patients
Health NewsNew Guidance for Prolonged Seizure Treatment
Prolonged seizure treatment guidelines released by American Epilepsy Society
Health NewsHow Walnuts Could Affect Weight Loss
Walnuts may help women lose weight, lower cholesterol
Health NewsHow to Reduce Your Risk for Heart Disease
American Heart Month raises awareness for heart disease risk factors, prevention methods
Health NewsA New Rx for Chronic Sinusitis
Dupilumab found effective in treating nasal polyps in chronic sinusitis patients
Health NewsNew “Smart” Contacts May Predict Blindness
Smart contact lenses could measure glaucoma patients’ eye pressure levels, predict future blindness
Health NewsGo Red for Heart Awareness
Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week promotes awareness, education
Health NewsGot Hay Fever? Allergy Shots May Help
Allergy shots reduced hay fever symptoms by 55 percent in seniors
Health NewsHow Chronic Viral Infections Affect the Brain
Chronic viral infections linked to cognitive decline in healthy older adults
Mental HealthNew Guidelines for Depression Treatment
Depression treatment with antidepressants may be as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy, according to new guidelines