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Health NewsReducing Tooth Decay in Children
Fluoride varnish helped prevent tooth decay in children and teens
Health NewsWhat's in a Breast Cancer's Name?
Ductal carcinoma in situ treatment decisions vary according to terminology used
Health NewsIt’s Usually Not Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid nodules could be assessed with ultrasound instead of biopsies
Health NewsNew Device Restores Normal Heartbeat
Sudden cardiac arrest risk may drop with implanted defibrillator to treat dangerous heart rhythms
NaturalToo Many Sugary Drinks for Kids
Sugar sweetened beverages may promote weight gain in children
Prescription DrugsMany Medications Minimize Migraines
Migraine medication benefits tend to outweigh risks according to new study
Mental HealthStop Smoking in Teens Before It Starts
Preventing smoking in teens and children and helping them quit smoking are possible
Mental HealthSigns of Recovery from Eating Disorders
Anorexia and bulimia study sheds light on best treatment options for patients
Health NewsHyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Don't Be Misled
HBOT treatment claims raise concerns for patients
Mental HealthIs Facebook Making You Sad?
Frequent Facebook use could lead to decline in well being
Health NewsWalk to Work for Your Heart
Active travel to work can reduce chance of developing cardiovascular risk factors
NaturalCheck Your Attitude at the Grocery Store Door
Positive attitudes towards healthy eating linked to better diet quality
Health NewsRaising Awareness of Cataracts
Cataract Awareness Month urges seniors to learn the signs of cataracts
Mental HealthNo Need to Worry About Young Stutterers
Stuttering preschoolers showed slightly better language skills than non stuttering children
Mental HealthNo School Worries for Slightly Early Arrivals
ADHD rates and learning disabilities in late preemies no higher than among children born full term
Health NewsNo Rush to Get an MRI
Early MRI for low back pain linked to additional medical treatment
Health NewsTB in the UK
Tuberculosis counts down in the UK but still remain highest in Western Europe
Health NewsStudy for Your Cancer Tests
Breast lesions classified as probably benign may need less follow up
Health NewsSafe, New Ways to Make a Baby
Surgically extracting sperm from testicles is a safe and effective option for couples
Health NewsA Jab in the Arm for Heart Health
Flu vaccine reduced heart attack risk
NaturalEating More When Drinking
Drinkers diets may be less healthy on days they drink
Mental HealthQuitting Smoking for Your Baby — Before Birth
Quitting smoking while pregnant reduced risk of very underweight babies
Health NewsLadies, Wanna Cut Your Cancer Risks?
Uterine cancer risks increased linearly with BMI increases
Mental HealthHow are Allergies Linked to ADHD?
Allergies and asthma found to increase the risk of ADHD in children