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HPV-Related Head, Neck Cancers on the Rise
Tweet Share on Facebook 12:00PM April 04, 2012 CommentHowever, incidence decreased for younger blacks, analysis finds
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Witnessing, Experiencing Traumatic Events May Worsen Heart Disease
Tweet Share on Facebook 12:00PM April 04, 2012 CommentThe more trauma heart patients were exposed to, the higher their levels of inflammation, study found
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More Fake Avastin Found in U.S., FDA Says
Tweet Share on Facebook 12:00PM April 04, 2012 CommentMedical practices told to stop using the counterfeit cancer drug distributed under the name Altuzan
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Better Safeguards Needed for Imported Food, Drugs: Report
Tweet Share on Facebook 12:00PM April 04, 2012 CommentU.S. needs to bolster safety systems in developing countries, prevent fraud, Institute of Medicine says
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Health Highlights: April 4, 2012
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Physician Groups Call for Fewer Medical Tests
Tweet Share on Facebook 9:00AM April 04, 2012 Comment (2)Many patients could safely avoid X-rays, MRIs, heart stress tests and other common procedures, docs say
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Early Study Finds Some Promise for Lung Cancer Vaccine
Tweet Share on Facebook 9:00AM April 04, 2012 Comment (3)Although not a cure, it appeared to prolong life in some cases of non-small cell disease
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Health Tip: Stop Toddler Tantrums Before They Start
Tweet Share on Facebook 7:00AM April 04, 2012 CommentSuggestions to avoid a maddening meltdown
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Health Tip: Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp
Tweet Share on Facebook 7:00AM April 04, 2012 Comment (1)Tips include eating foods rich in antioxidants and olive oil
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No Added Cancer Risk From Hip Replacement Materials: Study
Tweet Share on Facebook 6:00AM April 04, 2012 CommentBut British researchers said longer term studies are needed
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Medical tests and treatments you should question
Tweet Share on Facebook 12:01AM April 04, 2012 Comment (1)Nine medical societies have released a list of 45 tests and treatments that patients should question and doctors should avoid in most cases as part of an effort to cut wasteful spending. Here is a sample:
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Antibiotics Linked to Retinal Detachment Risk
Tweet Share on Facebook 4:00PM April 03, 2012 CommentThe risk is very small and the reasons aren't known, researchers say
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Experimental Chemo Combo for Colon Cancer Disappoints
Tweet Share on Facebook 4:00PM April 03, 2012 CommentAdding the drug Erbitux to standard treatment delivered no extra benefit, study says
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Reported Decline in U.S. Pneumonia Deaths May Be False: Study
Tweet Share on Facebook 4:00PM April 03, 2012 CommentDips in hospitalizations, deaths may reflect diagnosis coding changes
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For Many Girls, Slimming Down Doesn't Help Self-Esteem
Tweet Share on Facebook 4:00PM April 03, 2012 Comment (1)Teens who were formerly obese often still view themselves as fat, study finds
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Ultrasound, MRI Might Spot Cancer in Dense Breast Tissue
Tweet Share on Facebook 4:00PM April 03, 2012 Comment (4)Study suggests screening methods beyond mammograms may be useful in high-risk patients
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UN in Haiti sees jump in cholera cases
Tweet Share on Facebook 3:15PM April 03, 2012 CommentPORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Haiti is seeing a jump in the number of cholera cases as the Caribbean nation heads into the annual rainy season, a United Nations humanitarian agency said Tuesday.
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Preteens More Likely to Report HPV Vaccine Side Effects
Tweet Share on Facebook 2:00PM April 03, 2012 CommentBut symptoms were not serious, survey found
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Veggies Like Broccoli, Cabbage May Help Fight Breast Cancer: Study
Tweet Share on Facebook 2:00PM April 03, 2012 CommentHigh intake of cruciferous vegetables associated with lower death rate, researchers say
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UK officials boost health measures before Olympics
Tweet Share on Facebook 1:17PM April 03, 2012 CommentLONDON (AP) — U.K. health officials are increasing their surveillance for any potential disease outbreaks that could disrupt the London Olympics this summer.
