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Anemia, Stroke and Death Risk
Anemia, a condition marked by a low red blood cell count, may increase risk of death in those who have had a stroke, according to a new study.
This Injection May Reduce Fracture Risk
A new injection reduced the risk of new fractures in women with osteoporosis who have gone through menopause, according to a new study.
Gallstones and Heart Disease: A Possible Link
What do gallstone disease and heart disease have in common? More than you might think, according to new research.
The Longer You Weight
The longer women are overweight or obese as adults, the more likely they may be to get cancer, a new study found.
Are You Cleaning Your Contacts Correctly?
Cleaning your contact lenses incorrectly could cause you harm and negatively affect your vision.
There's a New Inflammatory Disease on the Block
Researchers have discovered a new inflammatory disease.
Surgery for Myasthenia Gravis
Surgery to remove the thymus gland may help patients with myasthenia gravis, a new study found.
Nasal Spray Vs. Standard Flu Vaccine
Researchers have been unceratin of the type of flu vaccine that is most effective at offering community protection — until now.
Diet, Exercise and Alzheimer's Risk
Buildups of protein in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease may be less likely to occur in people who maintain a healthy overall lifestyle, a new study found.
Long-Lived Parents May Mean Longer Life for You
If your parents are living long lives, that could mean good things for your health, a new study found.