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Get Moving to Prevent Diabetes
Echoing what past studies have suggested, a new study found that being fit may send diabetes and prediabetes running.
Exercise Vs. Cancer Risk
Getting more exercise could mean a lower risk for many types of cancer, a new study found.
When Heart Attacks Are Silent
Many heart attacks may be "silent," a new study found.
FDA Approves Skin Condition Rx
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ameluz (aminolevulinic acid) to treat a particular skin condition.
FDA Warns About Common Antibiotics
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a drug safety announcement for a specific class of antibiotics.
Childhood Asthma Now, COPD Later
Childhood asthma with reduced growth of lung function may be tied to a raised risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in early adulthood, a new study found.
A New Warning for Olanzapine
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning about the possibility for a rare but serious skin reaction from a particular antipsychotic.
Yoga May Go to Your Head
Besides stress reduction, improved flexibility and exercise, yoga may provide another health benefit, a new study found.
New Warning For Aripiprazole
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning about possible impulse-control problems, such as compulsive or uncontrollable urges, tied to a particular antipsychotic.
Eat Like an Athlete
Whether you’re a marathon runner or you get your exercise walking the dog, how you fuel your body is a key component of staying healthy and fit. How do the top-performing athletes do it? Read on to find out.