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Too Little Salt May Increase Heart Risk
High salt consumption has long been associated with heart disease including hypertension, stroke and heart attack. Low levels of sodium also may negatively impact cardiovascular health.
A Little "Joe" in the Morning is Healthy
Some of us can't get going each day without it. Yep, coffee is a sheer necessity first thing in the morning for millions of people around the globe. Now it's known that a cup a joe also has health benefits for women.
Broken-Heart Syndrome Tends to Affect Women
Emotional turmoil can spur what's known as "broken heart syndrome," which has symptoms that while reversible, tend to closely resemble a heart attack. Women appear significantly more likely to be affected than men.
HIV and Cancer Risk
If you have HIV, you should already be very cautious about your health. According to a new study, HIV puts you at higher risk for cancer. But you have some control: Lifestyle choices also contribute to risk.
Pfizer to Acquire Excaliard Pharmaceuticals
Pfizer Inc. and Excaliard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Pfizer will acquire Excaliard, a privately owned biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel drugs for the treatment of skin fibrosis, more commonly referred to as skin scarring. The acquisition is expected to close before the end of the year.
Frequency Of Cold Sores Is In The Genes
It's never a nice surprise when a cold sore appears around your lips. But why does this happen to some people more frequently than others?
FDA Approves Insomnia Drug Intermezzo
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Intermezzo ( zolpidem tartrate sublingual tablets) for use as needed to treat insomnia characterized by middle-of-the-night waking followed by difficulty returning to sleep.
Being Thankful Can Make You Happier
Thanksgiving is traditionally the time to express gratitude for all we are thankful for in life. But this "attitude of gratitude" can also go a long way toward making you happier.
For Lung Cancer, "Tissue is the Issue"
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. For many scientists, the future of lung cancer treatments lies within the tissue of the patients.
Don't Skimp on Thanksgiving Food Safety
As families gather for the Thanksgiving holidays, most are planning elaborate meals complete with turkey and all the trimmings. Safety in the kitchen is essential as meal preparation mistakes can increase the risk of food borne illness.
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