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Brain Imaging Study Surprises Scientists
Getting the right diagnosis and treatment for disorders of the brain's connectivity and signaling can be a challenge. However, surprising results from a new imaging study may offer hope.
Air Pollution Increasing Hospitalization Risk
A long-term study of older adults has revealed that extended exposure to fine particle air pollution may result in an increased risk of hospitalization for heart and lung disease or diabetes.
Therapy From a Computer?
Computers are helping in many aspects of medicine these days, but what about with mental health issues? Adolescents may find it easier to communicate with a computer than with an adult.
Cystic Fibrosis Goes 3-D
Movies are not the only thing getting the 3-D treatment. Researchers are using 3-D models of cystic fibrosis to discover new targets for treatment.
Low Fat Dairy Lowers Stroke Risk
Do you regularly drink a glass of low-fat milk, or snack on low-fat cheese or yogurt? If so, you might be giving yourself the benefit of a lower risk of stroke.
Understanding Cancer Screening Statistics
Your doctor tells you that one of the benefits of having a cancer screening is that it increases early detection. You may also have heard that a screening test can improve your lifespan should  you be diagnosed with that cancer - commonly called the 5-year survival rate.
Merck Reports Phase III Results With Vicrelis
Merck announced final results from a Phase III, open-label study designed to compare the impact of two anemia management strategies on sustained virologic response ( SVR ) in patients with chronic hepatitis C virus ( HCV ) genotype 1 infection treated with VICTRELIS  ( boceprevir ) in combination with PEGINTRON  ( peginterferon alfa-2b ) and ribavirin (P/R).
FDA Warning About Fentanyl Patches
FDA reminds patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals of the importance of appropriate storage, use, application, and disposal of fentanyl patches (including Duragesic and generic products) to prevent potential life-threatening harm from accidental exposure to the active ingredient, fentanyl .
Slamdunking Your Way to Longevity
High blood pressure patients that engage in regular physical activity may be reducing their risk of dying from heart disease or any cause to a level equal to lowering blood pressure up to 50 mmHg.
Pre-Op Statins Keep Heart Rhythmic
Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs taken pre-operatively appear to be key to reducing complications and shortening a patient's hospital stay following heart surgery.
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