Sabtu, 29 Maret 2014

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03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Obamacare Support Hits Lowest Level: Survey Woman's Skull Implant Made With 3-D Printer /div
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Inspect carefully before play begins
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Put them out of kids' reach
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Abnormal levels seen in 1 of 3 children, possibly raising future heart disease risk, researcher says
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Death before 50 more likely for those who were heavy during adolescence
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

DNA analysis of stool boosts accuracy rate of Cologuard to more than 90 percent, researchers say
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Implant might provide similar benefits as other treatments with fewer risks, study suggests
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers compared cardiovascular disease rates in more than 3 million Americans
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Smoke-free policies offer health benefits for people of all ages, study authors say
03/28/2014 01:00 PM EDT

People who are obese and at risk for heart disease should consider surgery, researchers say

Jumat, 28 Maret 2014

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03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Finding might have implications for standard cardiac testing, experts say
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Tendency to eat more, exercise less when it's cold and snowy outside may explain trend
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study found hospitalizations for heart disease, stroke dipped after Michigan passed workplace smoking ban
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Jim Kelly's Cancer 'Treatable and Potentially Curable:' Hospital Drug Companies Will Phase Out Farm Animal Antibiotics Tampering of Weight-Loss Drug Alli Und
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Daily calories, not how often you eat, are what matter, study finds
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Among black kids in study, other factors appeared to play bigger role in asthma rehospitalizations
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Don't offer sweetened drinks
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Apply ice if you need it
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Cases of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy -- or 'broken heart syndrome' -- jumped in Vermont, Missouri following natural disasters
03/27/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Middle-aged male runners get a lot of health mileage out of race prep, study finds

Kamis, 27 Maret 2014

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03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Fallout from stressful events can linger a long time, study suggests
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers report drug mobilizes a kind of cell easily infected by a virus that attacks the brain
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Walmart Recalls Dolls Due to Burn Risk Nitroglycerin Shortage Has Medical Community Worried Settlement in Four Loko Lawsuit /div
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Here are some common causes
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Don't forget folic acid
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

All people have to do is check a box on the HealthCare.gov website to gain added time, report says
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

But, standard needle aspiration testing usually effective, study authors report
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study indicates that long-suspected 'white coat effect' is real
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study finds they can learn complex tasks, remember them for a long time
03/26/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Specific source of dangerous germs still unclear in about half of cases

Rabu, 26 Maret 2014

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03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Approach may further understanding of this mental illness
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Despite new laws, 15 million poor people have no new coverage options
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Nearly 10 percent of people are affected, researchers find
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Take advantage of these healthy activities
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Here are common triggers
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Unruly kids more likely to be spanked, but doing so leads to more misbehavior, researcher says
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Short sleepers might be at greater risk for obesity, study suggests
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Supreme Court to Hear Birth Control Coverage Lawsuit Poor Americans More Likely to Smoke: Study Canadian Man Hospitalized With Possible Ebola Fever
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Distraction technique keeps patients' discomfort at bay, study suggests
03/25/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study finds weight gain increases odds for heart disease, diabetes

Selasa, 25 Maret 2014

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03/23/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Culprit is a widely used chemical preservative, skin doctor says
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

First U.S. review to show a possible link between stress and how long it takes to get pregnant
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Patients at highest-volume hospitals live more than a year longer on average, study finds
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers cite lag time between filing of death certificate, return of lab tests
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study of 4-year-olds suggests mothers help by spurring activity, taking part and being role models
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Suggestions for a smoother transition
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Birth Control Coverage Lawsuit Before U.S. Supreme Court Ebola Outbreak in Guinea Has Killed 59 People Climate Change Effects Pose an Immediate Threat to Peo
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Therapy kills small vessels that feed liver tumors linked to breast cancer's spread
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study found use of valproic acid linked to 34 percent lower risk of head, neck tumors
03/24/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Avoid raw eggs

Sabtu, 22 Maret 2014

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03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Carefully monitor blood pressure, cholesterol
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Suggestions to avoid junk food
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Infant Cot Canopies Recalled by Ikea Stress-Linked Protein May Play Major Role in Alzheimer's /div
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study looked at health, 'positivity' and other traits in older couples
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Siblings don't share these same risks, study finds
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Less-powerful drugs often better choice, depending on source of pain, doctors say
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study finds that people with health issues who don't qualify for assistance often must choose either 'treat or eat'
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Child's behavior also influences parenting style
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Causes can include severe high blood pressure, excessive bleeding, blood infection, researchers report
03/21/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study looked for alternate sources of sepsis, a bloodstream infection sometimes linked to hospital care

Jumat, 21 Maret 2014

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03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

But that doesn't mean it's safe for younger drivers to consume any alcohol, researchers say
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Approach might help with early labor but can pose danger to newborns, ob/gyns and pediatricians say
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Stress-Linked Protein May Play Major Role in Alzheimer's Playtex Breast Pump Power Adapters Recalled Due to Shock Risk Many Americans Believe Health Conspira
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Americans typically contract it while traveling
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Newly identified 'bendopnea' might mean condition is worsening, study suggests
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Benefit varies by tumor type, but it's another reason to encourage physical activity, researchers say
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Including HIV infection
03/20/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Including headache and fatigue

Kamis, 20 Maret 2014

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03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Take time to do it correctly
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Help ward off arthritis
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study's finding held true even for those doing well on treatment for AIDS-causing virus
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

This 'biology driver' is minor in some people, powerful in others, expert says
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Some Leading Cancer Centers Not Covered by Insurance Exchanges /div
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Tests in mice look promising for people in remote regions, researcher says
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

DNA analysis boosts accuracy rate to more than 90 percent, researchers say
03/19/2014 01:00 PM EDT

And those over 60 twice as likely to get the brain disease than breast cancer

Rabu, 19 Maret 2014

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03/18/2014 01:00 PM EDT

In addition, agency says, leave Doppler fetal heartbeat monitors to health professionals
03/17/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Swedish researchers say risk of infection, privacy issues may contribute

Selasa, 18 Maret 2014

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03/17/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study found 'rebound' effect in children who stopped using stimulants, which may increase obesity risk later
03/16/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Daily exercise, fruits and veggies, not smoking all help, cardiologist says

Sabtu, 15 Maret 2014

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03/14/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Evidence review suggests extra inches raise risk of dying younger, regardless of body weight

Jumat, 14 Maret 2014

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03/13/2014 01:00 PM EDT

Study found levels of a protein linked with brain damage spiked right after injury, dropped with recovery
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