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CDC concerned about ‘untreatable’ STD
Researchers warned gonorrhea is becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics, which raises the risk of an untreatable strain of the sexually…
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If you’re wondering why you’re tired after a full night’s sleep, or jittery even without a venti latte, the answer…
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Helping heavy people lose weight is typically an expensive endeavor, but new research suggests starting them on a basic weight-loss…
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A Kenyan death row inmate has been operated on to remove a cellphone from his large intestine, a prison warder…
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The best and worst picnic foods
Plan a healthy barbecue A gorgeous day, great food—who doesn’t love a picnic? You, that’s who, if the food is…
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What Can Gabrielle Giffords Expect in Rehab?
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords first inspired the nation when she moved her hands and feet—and then opened her eyes—just days…
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7 Gifts That Give Back
With the holidays fast approaching, it can be easy to forget the season’s true meaning – especially because of our…
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Giving Flu Vaccine to U.S. Kids Cuts ER Visits
Recommending that all preschoolers get a flu shot cut visits to the emergency department for flu-like illness by more than…
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Strategies for easy weight loss
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 1.6 billion adults worldwide are either overweight or obese. They project that…
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