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Why Weight Matters: Obesity and Your Health   Advice To Women Newly Diagnosed With Breast Cancer
November  2006
 
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How to Minimize Risk in the Battle against Wrinkles: For many people, the fountain of youth can be found in a needle. A revolution is taking place in cosmetic surgery and BOTOX has led the charge. But facial fillers are the lesser known foot soldiers in the battle against aging.
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E. coli Outbreaks More Often Occur With Beef: A current outbreak of E. coli infections from spinach has brought the foodborne illness to national attention. What do you need to know about E. coli?
August - October  2006
 
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Researchers Pinpoint Critical Down Syndrome Gene: The first strides have been made in trying to better understand Down syndrome, along with the hopes of finding ways to help those born with it. Cancer 101: What causes cancer and why is it so hard to treat? Leading experts provide an overview of cancer, from what goes wrong in a cell's genetic instructions to the latest treatment strategies.
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E. coli Outbreaks More Often Occur With Beef: A current outbreak of E. coli infections from spinach has brought the foodborne illness to national attention. What do you need to know about E. coli? Plan B Particulars: The Facts You Need to Know: The FDA has just decided that women over the age of 18 will not need a prescription to purchase Plan B, a form of emergency contraception, while younger girls will need permission from a doctor. What is Plan B, and how does it work?
Genetics Can Increase One's Risk for Parkinson's: Find out the role genetics play in one's risk of Parkinson's disease. Just One Cigarette Doubles Risk of Addiction: Think just one cigarette can't get you addicted? Think again.
New Drug is Approved to Fight HIV: Learn about the new HIV drug the Food and Drug Administration has approved for those patients whose disease has not improved with standard treatments. Preventing GERD: Gain A Little and Feel the Burn: Gaining a few pounds, even if you are still at a healthy weight, can increase your risk of developing acid reflux disease.
June - July  2006
 
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How Safe are Cholesterol Medications?: 
It's important for those with high cholesterol to learn about the medications they may take to control it. Find out what the experts think about the most commonly used drugs.		  What is Peripheral Arterial Disease?: 
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a blockage of arteries in the extremities, which can cause cramping in the legs, hips and thighs. Tune in to learn more about PAD. 
 How Do You Know If You Have PAD?: 
Millions of Americans suffer from peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a disease that occurs when your blood cannot flow efficiently through your arteries. Find out it you are at risk for this serious disease.		 What Should Women Know About Heart Disease?: 
Did you know that more women die from heart disease each year than men? Learn the facts about women and heart disease.
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 Listen Up: Music Can Ease Pain and Depression: According to a recent clinical trial, people can help relieve chronic pain, depression and feelings of disability by listening to music. AIDS Treatment:  New Drug Approved for AIDS: Find out about the first once-daily pill approved by the FDA for the treatment of HIV.
May 2006
 
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The Role of Weight Loss Surgery: 
For obese people who meet specific qualifications, surgery can provide a solution to weight loss troubles. Learn what role these procedures can play in improving your health.

What is Atrial Fibrillation? 
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heartbeat, involving irregular contractions of the two upper chambers of the heart.

 Can Warfarin Work for You?: 
Because atrial fibrillation may cause blood clots and stroke, warfarin is often given to patients with the condition to help thin their blood and protect them from having strokes.

The Difference Between Atrial Fibrillation and Sinus Rhythm: 
A person with atrial fibrillation has two options; they can remain in atrial fibrillation or restore sinus rhythm. Learn the factors that may have an impact.
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Can a Little Pill Make Your Colonoscopy Easier to Swallow?: 
FDA approval was recently granted to a drug that may make preparation for a colonoscopy a little easier. Find out how this drug helps.

The AIDS Epidemic in D.C.: In Washington, D.C., nearly 10,000, or about one in every 50 people have AIDS, and there is an unknown but even higher number with HIV.
Find out about the epidemic that is affecting our nation's capitol.

African American Disparities in Breast Cancer: 
While breast cancer is less common in minorities, African American women may have more reason to be concerned than whites after a diagnosis of breast cancer.

AIDS Drug Combination May Prevent the Disease: 
A new drug combination, already used to treat people with HIV and AIDS, may also be effective in preventing HIV in people who don't have the disease.
 Physically Active Teens Stay Out of Trouble: 
New research shows teenagers who stay active are less likely than their sedentary peers to smoke, drink or take other health risks.

Pills Not the Best Choice for Sleepless Seniors: 
Can sleeping pills cause daytime side effects such as memory problems and falls in the elderly? Read on to find out more. 

Osteoporosis Drug Lowers Breast Cancer Risk: 
Two common drugs have been shown to cut in half a woman's risk of developing breast cancer after menopause. 

Tonsil Removal and ADHD: Connected?: 
Can a fairly routine problem, enlarged tonsils, be causing attention deficit disorder (ADHD) in your child?
Did you know?
Scientists have developed a vaccine for listeria

The growth of adults using ADHD drugs is outpacing children.
 Genetic testing for women at highest risk for breast cancer may not be accurate


April 2006
 
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The Problems that Endanger Your Heart: 
Learn what you can do to fight back if you suffer from metabolic syndrome.

The Conditions that Lead to Heart Failure: 
Heart failure affects approximately 5 million people in the United States. Find out what is the cause and what you can do to treat it.

Your Diet After Heart Failure: 
If you have heart failure it's important to follow a heart healthy diet. Join experts as they discuss recommended dietary restrictions necessary to keep your heart pumping. 

Managing Your Intake of Fluids and Salts After Severe Heart Failure: 
Tune in to see what you can do to moderate your diet after heart failure.

Are Swollen Ankles a Sign of Heart Failure?: 
See if this symptom can signal potential heart failure.
Running Better With Age: 
Find out the secrets of the world's fastest 72-year-old marathon runner. 

Diagnosing Heart Problems: 
Can chest pains mean angina? Find out how doctors are diagnosing this little known heart problem.

How Often You Should Evaluate Your Angina: 
Is your angina getting better or worst? See how you could tell.

The Implications of Metabolic Syndrome on Heart Disease: 
Find out which combination of treatments will increase the risk of heart disease.

Treating Recurrent NHL with Monoclonal Antibodies: 
Find out the innovative treatment for non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
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Can One Injection End Hot Flashes?: 
Is a single dose of a hormone more effective than a daily dose of a popular depressant when treating hot flashes?

Tips on what you can do to prevent Eye Strain: 
You do it when you check your email; you do it when you surf the web. Find out what you can do to prevent eyestrain.
 Red Wine: 
Can it Prevent Gum Disease?

Cancer Care Scores Higher Marks: 
Are Americans more likely to receive better care for cancer than anything else?

 

March 2006
New Videos
Cardio Health:
What Do I Do After a Stent?

The Different Ways to Unclog Arteries

What is Cholesterol and What Are the Different Types?

How Can Cholesterol Management Help Prevent Heart Disease in Women?

What Should be the Target Value for My LDL-Cholesterol?

Mitral Valve Prolapse: When the Heart Keeps Ticking but Keeps on Clicking.

What is Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)?
Should PFO be Closed?
 Cardio Health:
 What Are the Recommended Medications and Diet for Hypertension?

Why do I Need and ICD?


Mental Health
Helping People with Schizophrenia Stay on Medicine

For Fertility
Overcoming Infertility When You Already Have Kids
New Articles
For Cardio Health:
Quit Bickering to Fight Heart Disease

Healthcare Today:
What to Expect When Getting a CAT Scan
 What to Expect When Getting an Ultrasound
What to Expect When Getting an MRI

Prostate Health:
Waiting to Treat Prostate Cancer?

HIV / AIDS:
Two AIDS Meds Formally Approved

For Breast Cancer:
How to Spot the Different Types of Breast Cancer
Are Some Breast Cancers Different than Others?

For ADHD:
Understanding the ADHD Racial Gap

For Epilespy:
Olympic Hockey Player Achieves Goals in Spite of Epilepsy

For Skin Health:
Zapping Zits with Light		 For Sleep Disorders:
Cut out Snoring for a Happier Marriage

For Nutrition:
A Grain of Truth About Healthy Foods

For Osteoporosis:
Men Who Have a Heart Attack Are at Risk for Osteoporosis


For Healthcare Today:
What to Expect When You Need Nuclear Imaging


For Mental Health:
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life?


For Multiple Sclerosis:
New MS Drugs Wait in Limbo


For Asthma:
Do Heavier Asthma Patients Need Different Meds?

For Children's Health:
Breaking the Code of Dyslexia


February 2006
Mental Health: 
Running on Ritalin: Abuse Rises on Campus

For Healthcare Today:
Mentally Ill Lost in Medicare Haze

A Million Little Health Savings Accounts

Getting to the Bottom of Your Insurance Options

Bush Health Plan Stumbles in Government Test

For Kidney Health:
New Drug Approved for Two Hard-to-Treat Cancers

Women's Health: 
 Fertile Feelings Lead to Wandering Eyes?


Dental Health: 
 Chew On This: Soothing Sensitive Teeth


Cancer: 
 Once-Condemned Drug May Control Blood Cancer


General Health:
 To Quit Smoking, Just Stop.


Healthcare Today: 
 What to Expect After You Enroll in Medicare Part D

What You Should Know About Medicare Part D

For Leukemia:
 New Strategies for Hard to Treat CML

For General Health:
What to Expect When Getting an X-Ray

For ADHD:
A Safer Way to Treat ADHD?

For Parkinson's Disease:
Controlling Your Impulses After Parkinson's Treatment

For Nutrition:
Low-Fat Diets Do Not Lower Health Risks

 Diet & Weight Loss: 
 How Sweet Treats May Lead to Obesity


Healthy Aging: 
 Preventing Height Loss: How to Keep from Stooping to New Lows


HIV & AIDS: 
 Newer AIDS Treatments Better, But More Expensive


Skin Health: 
 Lip Service: Healing Chapped Lips

Is Lighting Up Making Your Psoriasis More Severe?


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