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Migraine Sufferers Guide to the Holidays: How to Prevent Migraine Headaches During the Hectic Holiday Season

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By: Donna McKinney

Why Change Recommendations for Mammograms? Controversy signals a need for change of view in healthcare reform.

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By: Daniel Sanelli

An Overview of Contact Lenses: Proper Maintenance is Very Important to Avoid Infections

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By: Prakash Thulasimani

Sneaky Poos and Sticky Stools: The Causes of Soiling in Older Children

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By: Mary Earhart

Non-Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatment Options: How to Treat Hemorrhoids Without Surgery

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By: Rachel Dennis

Chemicals in Plastic Reduce Masculinity: Exposure to Manmade Compounds is Feminizing Boys

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

The Dark Side of Blood: What Doctor's Don't Tell You About Blood Transfusions

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By: Feature Writer Joanna Karpasea-Jones

Reasons to Get a Medical Alert System: Thinking About Buying a Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)

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By: Muxin Li

How Medical Alert Systems Work: What a Personal Response System Includes and Does

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By: Muxin Li

Medical Conditions In Newborns-Part 3: Intestinal Troubles

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By: Snigdha Taduri

Medical Problems In Newborns- Part 2: Eye Problems And Blood Disorders

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By: Snigdha Taduri

Medical Problems In Newborns- Part 1: Infections and Skin Disorders

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By: Snigdha Taduri

Dermatillomania or Skin Picking Disorder: Compulsive Behavioral Signs, Symptoms, Treatment and Diagnosis

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By: Mary Lake

Caffeine's Magical Effects & Wondrous Benefits: Caffeine from Coffee, Teas, Cocoa: Benefits & Effects on Physiology

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By: Feature Writer Donald Reinhardt

Honey May be Best Cough Medicine: Study Compares Honey, DM, & No Treatment for Cough Suppression

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

How to Prepare for a Doctor's Appointment: Visiting a Physician Requires Preparation

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By: Michelle L Devon

Alternative and Complementary Medicine a Scam? Does Alternative Medicine Make Fools of us All?

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By: Christine Breen-Williams

Tobacco Company Concealed Health Data: Cigarette Maker Knew About Hazards of Smoking

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Malaria Prevention – Existing Methods Must Go On: Usual Malaria Prophylaxis is Essential Until Vaccine is Available

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By: Kate Nivison

New Malaria Vaccine Begins Final Africa Trials: Gates Foundation Helping to Beat Plasmodium Falciparum Killer

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By: Kate Nivison

How to Check Blood Pressure – Troubleshooting: What to Do if Having Problems Taking Manual BP

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

What is the Role of Cholesterol? Why is it Important to Us?

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By: Kristie Jernigan

Child Safety When Taking Over-the-Counter Drugs: OTC Drug Dosing May Be Different Than Adult or a Bad Idea Altogether

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By: Marie Thomas

Whiplash Diagnosis and Testing: How Physical Evaluation Can Confirm a Whiplash Injury

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By: Cherrine Banks

Whiplash Information for Patients and Families: Common Whiplash Causes, Symptoms and Risk Factors

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By: Cherrine Banks

Review of Pulsating Infrared Light Treatment: Research Results and Findings on Infrared Laser Light Therapy

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By: Jeremy Perkins

The Truth About Back Pain Surgery: More Than One Million Americans Yearly Undergo Back Surgery

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By: Mary Spierling

H1N1 Virus in Perspective: There is Good News: Official Says That the Threat of Swine Flu (H1N1) may be Overblown

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By: Kat Baker

OCD vs. OCPD: Differences, Symptoms, and Treatment

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By: Kristeen Mandak

Baby Orajel Dangers: Do Benefits Outweigh Risks?

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By: Kristeen Mandak

The Best Hangover Cures: Ways to Feel Better After Drinking

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By: Jessica Spengler

Macular Hole in Retina; Diagnosis and Treatment: Surgery and Recovery After Hole in Macula, Vitrectomy

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By: Sharon Perkins

Bridging The Gap Between Surplus and Need: Healthcare Organization That Benefits Locally And Overseas

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By: Gaurav Bhatia

Cell Phone Safety: Does Radiation from Mobile Phones Cause Brain Cancer and Tumors?

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By: Johneen Manning

Passing Gas: What Your Mother Didn't Know About Flatulence

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By: Eilene Toppin Ording

What to Do When Someone at Home Has Swine Flu: How to Cope When a Family Member Becomes Ill With H1N1 Virus

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By: Sarah B. Hood

Basic Facts About Swine Flu: The Things People Need to Know About the H1N1 Virus

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By: Sarah B. Hood

How to Prevent and Avoid Swine Flu: Avoid Contracting and Transmitting the H1N1 Flu Virus

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By: Sarah B. Hood

Depression Linked to Processed Food: Mental Health Improves on a Diet of Fresh Ingredients

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

Humor Has Healing Power After Amputation: Two Couples Find That Laughter is Medicine After Loss of Limb

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

How to Help Someone Who Has an Amputated Limb: Amputation Survivor Offers Practical Advice for Others

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Living a Full and Happy Life After Amputation: Personal Story of Recovery and Hope From an Amputation Survivor

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

What Does H1N1 Type A Virus Stand For? How the Swine Flu Got Its Name

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By: Feature Writer Noreen Kassem

Does the Swine Flu Vaccine Really Work? Discover the Truth Behind the H1N1 Vaccine Hype

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By: Deborah Lawwill

Clinical Research Studies: Understanding Trials: Clinical Trial Phases; Phase I, II, III and IV Studies

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By: Sharon Perkins

Foods To Treat Symptoms of Menopause: Reduce the Risk of Disease With Supplements and Nutrition

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By: Feature Writer Noreen Kassem

Menopause Increases Risk of Osteoporosis: Risks of Cancer and Heart Disease Increase

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By: Feature Writer Noreen Kassem

Using Antihistamines for Infants: Infant Antihistamine Types, Effectiveness, and Safety

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By: Kristeen Mandak

How to Check Your Baby's Vision and Hearing: Screening Your Child's Sight and Ability to Hear

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By: Jacqueline Trovato

Back Pain Causes, Risk Factors and Treatment: The Second Most Common Reason for a Doctor Office Visit in The U.S.

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By: Toni D'Anna - Hernandez

Statins (Lipitor) Reduce Stroke And Heart Attack: Lowering Risk Of Death, Effective Drugs To Maintain Heart Health

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By: Scott Rupp

Medications That Treat Stomach Ulcers: Antibiotics, Antacids and Other Medications

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By: Feature Writer Noreen Kassem

Talking To Children About A Pandemic: Helping Kids Cope With Stress, Trauma And Emergencies

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By: Scott Rupp

How to Protect Others When Someone Has Flu: Tips for Preventing Spread of Influenza in the Home

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By: Feature Writer Katrena Wells

Symptoms of Different Types of Bladder Diseases: How to Recognize the Signs of a Serious Bladder Problem

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By: Ydalia Tolentino

Contact Lenses and Reshaping the Cornea: Contact Fit Can Cause Corneal Problems But Also Correct Vision

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By: Feature Writer Elizabeth Richards

What You Really Need to Know About Cholesterol: It's Not a Bad Thing, It Just Depends How You Look at It

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By: Stephen Simurda

Nasal Spray Addiction: Nasal Spray Tolerance and Chronic Nasal Congestion

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By: Diane Ursu

Walking Benefits the Mind, Body and Spirit: The Entire Body Benefits When One Walks for Exercise and Health

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By: Kirsti A. Dyer

Travel Health Clinics Offer Immunizations: Variety of Practitioners Provide Necessary Vaccinations

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By: Cheryl Probst

Icy Walkways and Safe Snow Shoveling: Clearing Walks and Driveways Effectively Without Injury

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By: Christopher T. Reilly

Genetic Testing: What Consumers Should Know About Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Tests

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By: Holly Anderson

How to Relieve Bloating: Causes of Intestinal Gas and Tips for Relieving It

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By: Venice Kichura

Treating Dehydration: How to Rehydrate the Body

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By: Kim Ford

Signs and Symptoms of Dehydration: How to Spot Dehydration

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By: Kim Ford

Avoiding H1N1 influenza: Signs and Symptoms that Swine Flu Has Not Been Contracted

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By: Scott Riddell

Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder: Seasonal Depression Causes Changes in Mood

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By: Christina Jones

Fight Cold & Flu Season in Your Freezer: For Less than $10 Be Prepared this Winter with a Long-Trusted Remedy

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By: Brett McKenzie

Generic Prescriptions Save You Money: Using Generic Medications Makes Financial Sense

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By: Scott Rupp

Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency: Treatment for Deficiency of Vitamin D

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By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

Home Safety Tips: Preparing For Accidents At Home

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By: Scott Rupp

Winter Weather Skin Care: Healthy Tips for Keeping Skin Healthy During Winter Months

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By: Francie Abbott

Fioricet, Excedrin or Advil for Headaches: How to Choose the Best Headache Medicine for Frequent Head Pain

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By: Kara Gleghorn

The Coral Calcium Controversy: Coral Supplements – Healthy or Not?

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By: Loraine R. Degraff

Is Your Chronic Fatigue a Vitamin D Deficiency? Lack of Vit. D Can Cause Debilitating Fatigue

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By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

Can High Impact Cardio Damage the Inner Ear? Vigorous Aerobic Exercise Could Lead to Balance Problems

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By: Kristie Leong

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - Basic Facts: The Anxiety Condition of Ritualistic Behaviors

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By: Jim Lowrance

Anorexia Nervosa: Treatment for Anorexia in Adolescent Girls

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By: Loraine R. Degraff

Impact of Winter Colds on Production: Avoiding Sickness During Fall and Winter Months

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By: Rhonda Campbell

Swine Flu Blunders: Majority of Canadians to Avoid H1N1 Shot

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By: Feature Writer Rupert Taylor

How Hospitals Handle H1N1: Not Everyone Gets Tested or Treated

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By: James Cooper

Backstreet's Back....with the Swine Flu? Brian Littrell has been hit with the H1N1 virus.

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By: Jennifer Hanhan

"Change" for a Cure: Ashley Kirilow’s Foundation for Drug Funding

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By: Malene Jorgensen

Ashley Kirilow – A Fighter: Ashley's Battle for Drug Funding

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By: Malene Jorgensen

What is Beta Thalassemia? Inherited Blood Disorder Disease

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By: Constance Barker

Hypertension and Diet: Dietary Help for Lowering High Blood Pressure

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By: Loraine R. Degraff

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Basic Facts: Anxiety Resulting From Chronic Stressors or Trauma

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By: Jim Lowrance

Treatment and Products for Adult Incontinence: Urinary Problem, Loss of Bladder Control and Finding Support

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By: Feature Writer Fleur Hupston

Suffering From Depression: Managing Depression: Symptoms and Treatment

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By: Scott Rupp

Panic Disorder Basic Information: The Condition of Chronic Climaxed Anxiety Attacks

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By: Jim Lowrance

Expiration Dates on Contact Lenses: Understanding Why Lenses and Prescription Contacts Expire

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By: Feature Writer Elizabeth Richards

Drugs Wrongly Issued to Elderly: Medication Errors in Care Homes

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By: Justin Schamotta

Identifying Stroke Symptoms and Risk Factors: Early Diagnosis Increases Chances for Full Recovery

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By: Christina Jones

Dealing with Flu Season: Trying to Prevent the Flu and Getting over the Flu Fast

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By: Catherine Owen

Winter Health Tips: Six Easy Ways to Beat the Flu Blues

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By: Alexandra Szydlowska

Anti-Hangover Medicine for the Worst Hangover: Cure Headache With Hangover Remedies & Aromatherapy Treatments

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By: Feature Writer Victoria Nicks

What is Osteoporosis? Causes and Management of This Bone Condition

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By: John Richard Roberts

Swine Flu Vaccine: Concerns about Safety and the H1N1 Vaccine

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By: Kristi Gray

Mission Cataract USA Helps Those with Cataracts: Eye Specialists Provide Free Cataract Surgery for Eligible Patients

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By: Jennifer Carroll

Generalized Anxiety Disorder Basic Facts: The Condition of Chronic Worry

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By: Jim Lowrance

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