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Kids Who Eat More Fat May Have More Belly Fat
Many people hit the gym when they want to decrease belly fat. More exercise, though, may not reduce belly fat in some kids.
Trans Fat Food Labels May Need a Second Look
Consumers may check for trans fats on nutrition labels, but a new study suggests that these labels may not tell the full trans-fat story.
Depression in Cancer Patients Went Untreated
Many cancer patients face depression, and they often aren't treated for it. But a new approach could transform their care.
Light vs. Freezing for Actinic Keratosis
Spending lots of time under the sun's harmful rays can cause skin patches called actinic keratoses (AKs). In some cases, these scaly, rough patches can turn into skin cancer, so doctors usually recommend removing them. But what's the best way to remove them?
McCall Farms Recalls Mixed and Turnip Greens
McCall Farms Incorporated is initiating a voluntary recall on 14.5 oz Margaret Holmes Turnip Greens and 14.5 oz Margaret Holmes Mixed Greens due to the potential of questionable seals. 
Parents' Actions May Influence Age Children Try Alcohol
Past research has found that around two-thirds of US teens will drink alcohol by age 18. New research looks at reasons why kids start drinking in the first place.
FDA Approves Rx for Severe Aplastic Anemia
GlaxoSmithKline plc (GSK) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for the once-daily use of Promacta® (eltrombopag) in patients with severe aplastic anaemia (SAA) who have had an insufficient response to immunosuppressive therapy (IST).
FDA Takes Action Against Georgia Dietary Supplement Manufacturer
A dietary supplement manufacturer is under a federal court order to stop illegally marketing its products as treatments for disease.
Self-Management May Reduce Blood Pressure
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is one of the top risk factors for disease around the world. But patients may have better outcomes when they take their blood pressure management into their own hands.
WHO Calls for Regulations on E-Cigarettes
In the ongoing debate about electronic cigarettes, some experts welcome the products as a way to reduce tobacco smoking. Other experts, however, believe that e-cigarettes may work against efforts to reduce smoking. Now, the World Health Organization (WHO) is weighing in.
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