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Kathleen Blanchard, RN - Kathleen is a Registered Nurse and freelance health author. Her advice: Always discuss healthcare options with your medical care provider.
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Beta-blocker carvedilol may be best for heart patients
New research shows that not all beta-blockers are equal, and some might actually harm the heart.
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Expert weighs in on H1N1 protection for health workers
Two recent studies, one of which was recently presented at the Infectious Diseases Society of America Annual Meeting, reported that
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Men last five times longer with premature ejaculation spray
Results of a new trial show that a blend of Lidocaine and Prilocaine spray shows promise or premature ejaculation (PE).
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Green tea protects the liver from fibrosis and cirrhosis
New findings show that green tea can protect the liver from fibrosis by reducing deposits of collagen fiber. Hepatic fibrosis eventually leads to cirrhosis of the liver.
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Newly discovered bacteria found in cigarettes
Today is the great American Smokeout - a perfect time to highlight new findings that cigarettes are found to be laden with disease causing bacteria.
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Researchers discover why avian flu never became a pandemic
Researchers now say the avian flu, or bird flu, is much less likely to cause a pandemic than previously thought. The virus would have to make two mutations simultaneously to become widespread.
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Americans lower bad cholesterol levels but many untreated
New findings show that Americans have lowered their bad (LDL) cholesterol levels by one-third.
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College Students Lower Stress and Blood Pressure with Meditation
Psychological distress that leads to high blood pressure, was lowered through Transcendental Meditation in a study of college students.
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Biggest Loser Ranch in Utah Highlighted
If you have yet to tune into the Biggest Loser for a peek at the fitness ranch in Utah, you should consider tuning in as the contestants return to the Utah fitness ranch tonight.
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Patient's own stem cells used to treat advanced heart disease
Scientists have found that treating patients with advanced heart disease with their own purified and potent stem cells can reduce symptoms of angina and fatigue.
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