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Managing Seasonal Allergies

Despite a late spring, summer allergy season will be strong, sinus expert says

New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon

Advanced colonoscope has wider range of view than traditional models, picks up more polyps, study...

Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds

Improvements reported in muscle strength, fatigue and quality of life

Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk for Rare Liver Disease

Separate report calls for more hospice care for terminal cirrhosis patients

Swallowing Magnets Can Be Fatal for Children

Neodymium magnets are powerful enough to cause significant damage to digestive tract, researchers...

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

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

College Women More Prone to Problem Drinking Than Men: Study

Alcohol affects them differently, so safe limits are lower for women

Alcoholics Who Smoke May Face Early Brain Aging

Small study didn't find effect in former or never-smokers

Heart Attack? Doctors Soon May Have an App for That

Experimental app shaves critical seconds off smartphone transmissions of EKG images, study says

Age Amplifies Damage From Obesity, Study Finds

By 50, arteries stiffen, increasing risk of death from heart disease, researchers say

Gay Actors Convincing in Heterosexual Roles

Knowledge of performer's sexual orientation may not affect viewer perceptions, study finds

Teen Bullies May Turn to Crime as Adults

Long-term study followed working-class British males

Is Menopause Overlooked in U.S. Medical Schools?

Many ob/gyn residents would like specialized training but don't get it, study finds

Control of Heart Risks May Vary Among Outpatient Practices

Comparison of 18 offices finds wide range of success in tackling smoking, cholesterol, blood pres...

Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'

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

HIV No Barrier to Getting Liver Transplant, Study Finds

Procedure recommended to treat aggressive liver cancer

Health Highlights: May 17, 2013

U.S. Plans Overhaul of Government-Funded Child Care CentersTwo Health Care Workers Made Ill by SA...

Health Tip: Eating Vegetarian

Choose low-fat meat alternatives

Health Tip: Don't Smoke for a Better Smile

Cigarette use stains teeth

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

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

Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions

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

Test Approved to Detect Faulty Lung Cancer Gene

Gene present in 10 percent of NSCLC cases

Many Public Pools Contaminated With Human Waste: CDC

Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections

High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study

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

Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds

Likelihood of death, readmission remains high for more than 30 days after heart failure, heart at...

Health Highlights: May 16, 2013

U.S. Plans Overhaul of Government-Funded Child Care CentersTwo Health Care Workers Made Ill by SA...

Fitness in Middle Age May Help Shield Men From Cancer Later

Study found even modest improvements seemed to lower disease risk

New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer

Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

H1N1 Flu Virus Detected in Seals Off California Coast

Influenza viruses can move among species, researchers say

Health Tip: Before You Lift Something Heavy

Get help if it's too big to lift by yourself

Health Tip: Keep Nails Trim and Clean

And avoid spreading germs

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