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Vitamin D Vital for the Heart
Added 2 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 5:00 PM)
Lack of the sunlight-derived nutrient tied to increased cardiovascular events.
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Few Young Adults Seek Treatment for Psych Disorders
Added 2 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 5:00 PM)
Alcohol, nicotine use, personality illnesses common, study shows.
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Antibiotics Largest Cause of Drug-Induced Liver Damage
Added 3 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 4:00 PM)
Prescription meds, supplements can also trigger acute organ failure, study says.
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New Twist on Treatment of Foot Pain
Added 3 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 4:00 PM)
'Dry-needling,' steroids effective against plantar fasciitis, researchers say.
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Radioactive 'Seed' Rx Helps Women With Implants Fight Breast Cancer
Added 5 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 2:00 PM)
In these cases, the implant makes it more difficult to treat the malignancy, experts explain.
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Preemies' Low Blood Pressure Linked to SIDS
Added 5 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 2:00 PM)
Preterm infants already at higher risk for SIDS and this may be why, researchers say.
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Low Childhood IQ Tied to Risk of Later Mental Disorders
Added 5 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 2:00 PM)
While mechanism is unclear, findings may help improve treatment for psychiatric problems.
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Health Needs of Autistic Children Often Unmet
Added 7 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 12:00 PM)
Expenses greater than those for kids with other special needs, report shows.
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Young Gymnasts Facing Broad Range of New Injuries
Added 7 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 12:00 PM)
MRI scans show knuckle, wrist and bone damage that could develop into early osteoarthritis.
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Hopes for AIDS Vaccine Still Alive Despite Setbacks
Added 10 hours ago (12/1/2008 at 9:00 AM)
The lesson from 2 failed trials: The science must be more vigorous, experts say.
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