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Asbestos Business Thrives In Developing World, Despite Health Risks
The heat-resistant but hazardous mineral is still used in many less-developed countries. Business interests help fuel the market. Read More...
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Fri, Jul 23 2010 2:34 PM
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Mental Health Often Overlooked In Developing World
Infectious diseases command lots of attention from aid groups. But chronic conditions, including mental health problems, are overdue for action in the developing world. Read More...
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Thu, Jun 10 2010 11:02 AM
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Congressional Inquiry Into J&J Quality Woes Expands
House panel wants more details on a recall of PediaCare medicines made at Johnson & Johnson factory closed due to quality problems. Read More...
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Thu, Jun 03 2010 6:02 AM
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Cancer Takes Growing Toll In Developing World
Cancer is becoming a bigger problem in poorer countries, as the populations there grow older. Read More...
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Wed, Jun 02 2010 10:15 AM
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Scientists Find Traces Of Virus In Chronic Fatigue Patients
Scientists Find Traces Of Virus In Chronic Fatigue Patients Read More...
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Mon, Aug 23 2010 2:07 PM
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Debate About Value Of Provenge Boils Over On Medicare Site
As Medicare analysts mull whether to pay for a $93,000 prostate cancer treatment nationwide, a debate over its worth rages in public comments to the government. Some critics have sought anonymity, fearing an online backlash. Read More...
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Mon, Aug 02 2010 11:30 AM
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Weird Facts About Genetically Engineered Salmon
The engineered fish are sterile, have three sets of chromosomes and are exclusively female. After all that, they supposedly taste the same. Read More...
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Mon, Sep 20 2010 11:30 AM
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Calif. Whooping Cough Cases Near 55-Year High
The state health department now says there have been nine death -- all babies. The infants were 2 months old or younger when they got sick. Eight were Hispanic. Read More...
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Fri, Sep 17 2010 6:17 AM
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Obama Embraces 'End of AIDS,' Promises To Accelerate HIV Treatment
Many activists praised President Obama's plans to expand U.S. efforts to fight AIDS at home and abroad. The announcement comes at a time when experts and activists believe that the goal of an "AIDS-free generation" may be achievable. Read...
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Thu, Dec 01 2011 3:59 PM
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Just Thinking Harder Could Help You Lose Weight
If you imagine eating lots of M&Ms, scientists have found you won't consume as many real ones when given the chance The results, from a study published in the journal Science , illuminate how our thinking about food influences how much we eat...
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Fri, Dec 10 2010 4:13 AM
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Insurers Unlikely To Pay For Family Care Of The Elderly
Many people who are unable to care for themselves prefer help from their families. But long-term care insurance policies don't typically cover compensation of family members for the work. Read More...
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Tue, Dec 14 2010 6:23 AM
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Pfizer's Rheumatoid Arthritis Pill Shows Promise In Big Studies
Human tests of an experimental medicine called tasocitinib show it works pretty well at managing rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. There are side effects, of course, including an increase in infections. Read More...
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Mon, Nov 08 2010 6:38 AM
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Buy Aspirin This Year To Avoid A Financial Headache In 2011
Starting in January, you'll no longer be able to use your flexible spending account to pay for over-the-counter medicines like aspirin, allergy medicine and antacids, unless you have a doctor’s prescription. Read More...
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Wed, Nov 10 2010 11:45 AM
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When Disabled Child Turns 21, Parents Face New Care Challenge
The state of Illinois says Olivia Welter, who is severely disabled and turns 21 on Nov. 9, now belongs in an adult program or a nursing home. Her parents are suing to keep caring for her at home. Read More...
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Mon, Nov 08 2010 12:52 PM
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Probiotics May Help Soothe The Stomach
A review of 63 studies found that probiotics can shorten a nettlesome bout of diarrhea. Read More...
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Thu, Nov 11 2010 1:35 PM
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