Coconut Water To The Rescue? Parsing The Medical Claims
Hydration is something we’re inclined to worry about in the summertime, when we sweat more and can be at risk …
Younger Siblings Of Autistic Kids: Their Risk Greater Than Thought
Autism specialists have long thought the disease has a strong genetic component -– maybe stronger than any other neurodevelopmental disorder. …
Hackers Hijack Websites In Online Pharmacy Scam
People searching for prescription drug information online are being led astray by hackers and redirected to illicit online drug sellers …
Captain Morgan, The Rum Pirate, Lends A Knee To Hip Dislocation
If you were to dislocate your hip, you’d need the able hands of a physician to push your thighbone back …
People With Arthritis Shun Exercise — Though It Would Help, Not Hurt
People with knee arthritis are doing a lousy job of getting exercise, according to a new study. That’s not a …
Can CT Scans Be Made Smarter To Use Safer Amounts Of Radiation?
Doctors are crazy for computed tomography, or CT scans. The medical images can help them make diagnoses quickly, and they’re …
Gene Therapy Advance Trains Immune System To Fight Leukemia
Any time you report on promising but preliminary results about a new therapy for a lethal disease, you worry that …
For Stroke Prevention, A New Alternative To Warfarin
A common form of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation can cause blood clots, putting people at increased risk of stroke. …
To Dodge Diabetes: Go Light On The Hot Dogs And Bacon
Let’s begin with some well-worn advice: Moderation is key. So go ahead and eat that hot dog at the state …
Organic Poultry Farms Have Fewer Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Study Finds
Proponents of organic meat often make the case that it’s inherently better for people’s health and the environment than meat …
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