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Could the U.S. Be Cause of Poor Health?

August 9, 2009 - 8:43pm
from Live Science

How can it be possible that Hispanics who live in Florida can have a 40 percent higher risk of cancer than those who live in their native countries? A new study shows it's true. Could the U.S. be to blame?


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Healthcare Debate Turns Nasty

August 6, 2009 - 8:56pm
from Los Angeles Times
In the midst of President Obama and his administration working to overhaul the healthcare system, one thing's for sure -- controversy comes hand-in-hand.
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Yes, A Divorce May Make You Sick

August 4, 2009 - 4:28pm
from New York Times
Losing a marital partner, whether it be because of a divorce or death, has proven to cause a decline in a person's physical health, a new study shows. In fact, it's so drastic that some once-couples never recover.
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Lifestyle Factors Make Difference in Cancer Survivors' Lives

July 31, 2009 - 11:01am
from Reuters

New research shows eating right and a few weekly sweat sessions are especially necessary when it comes to overweight, elderly survivors of breast, prostate, and colorectal cancers -- more proof that lifestyle factors play a significant part in overall health.

 


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Tanning Junkies Soak Up New Cancer Warning

July 31, 2009 - 10:13am
from MSNBC
International cancer experts announced that they now consider tanning beds and ultraviolet radiation among the top cancer risks — about as lethal as arsenic, mustard gas or cigarettes. And this time, tanning junkies appear to be listening.
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Even Doctors Lean on Wikipedia

July 29, 2009 - 4:35pm
from New Scientist
Sure, we're all guilty of Googling an ailment or health condition in hope of solving medical concerns. But when fifty percent of doctors admit to using Wikipedia we wonder: Should we be worried?
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Why Winter Might Make Your Love Life Fizzle

July 29, 2009 - 4:26pm
from Elle
It turns out a change in seasons might not just mean a clothes swap -- in fact, it may also put a damper on your bedroom action. Here's why.
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Is It OK for Health Officials to Be Unhealthy?

July 28, 2009 - 8:04pm
from Chicago Tribune
It would make sense that a health official would be healthy, right? Or is it not a big deal for health experts to be not-so-healthy themselves? Some people say given the current state of America's scale, it is not A-OK.
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Seven Days to a Slimmer You

July 28, 2009 - 7:42pm
from CNN
Sure, optimal health takes time to achieve. But there are a few steps you can take right now to get the process in gear.
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Shadow Diseases: Serious Problems Masked By Common Ailments

July 24, 2009 - 12:17pm
from MSNBC
New research shows the reasons behind why certain common ailments, such as migraines, are linked to major health scares (like heart attacks). See what shadow disease may be lurking behind your pain.
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