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Latest Edition of Psychiatry's 'Bible' Launched Amid Controversy

Fri, 2013-05-17 18:28

Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments

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HIV No Barrier to Getting Liver Transplant, Study Finds

Fri, 2013-05-17 14:51

Procedure recommended to treat aggressive liver cancer

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Understanding Calcium: Supplements, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, and More

Fri, 2013-05-17 13:07

Experts share their advice about what to consider when choosing a calcium supplement.

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Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'

Fri, 2013-05-17 12:07

People with left-brain dominance tend to listen with right ear, and vice-versa, study finds

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2 Health Care Workers Made Ill by SARS-Like Virus

Fri, 2013-05-17 11:26

Two Health Care Workers Made Ill by SARS-Like Virus

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Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too

Thu, 2013-05-16 18:25

Although risk is still low, Australian study found it nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s

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1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC

Thu, 2013-05-16 17:00

ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17

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Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions

Thu, 2013-05-16 17:00

Infections and allergies from cosmetic procedure can damage eyes or cause swelling, loss of eyelashes

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High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study

Thu, 2013-05-16 17:00

But the treatment isn't ready for prime time yet, expert says

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Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis

Thu, 2013-05-16 16:05

Blocks process that contributes to abnormal inflammation

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Public Funding Spurs Couples to Seek Fertility Treatment

Thu, 2013-05-16 11:29

After Quebec mandated IVF coverage, study found change in patient demographics

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New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer

Thu, 2013-05-16 11:18

Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

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Scientists Use Cloning Technique to Produce Human Stem Cells

Wed, 2013-05-15 19:02

Breakthrough bypasses need to use cells from fertilized embryos

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Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's

Wed, 2013-05-15 18:57

A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

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Sugary Sodas, Fruit Punches May Raise Kidney Stone Risk: Study

Wed, 2013-05-15 18:49

It's important to stay hydrated, but water may be your best choice, experts say

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FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving

Wed, 2013-05-15 17:38

Blood levels from nighttime dose of sleep aid can remain too high the next morning, agency says

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People With High Blood Pressure May Crave Salt

Wed, 2013-05-15 17:24

It's important to resist these cravings, study author says

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Cellphone Calls During Blood Pressure Readings May Skew Results

Wed, 2013-05-15 17:20

Interruption can cause spike in systolic pressure, study found

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FDA Approves New Drug to Fight Advanced Prostate Cancer

Wed, 2013-05-15 17:03

Xofigo was fast-tracked for approval and is meant for tumors that have spread to the bones

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Yoga May Help Ease High Blood Pressure, Study Finds

Wed, 2013-05-15 16:57

Numbers were lowered when people engaged in a few sessions per week

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