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Asthma Medication Use During Pregnancy
Women can ease most of their fears when it comes to using asthma medication during pregnancy. A new study shows one type of asthma treatment did not increase the risk of most diseases in children.
How Far Would You Run For That Soda?
You're standing in front of a display of sodas at the convenience store. There's a sign in front of the sodas, telling you how far you'd have to run to burn it off.
A Biological Mark for Depression
Depression affects millions of people in the United States, and as soldiers overseas head back to their native shores, it rears its ugly head towards many of them as well.
Stress Causes Early Deliveries
It has been established that that stress in pregnant women can lead to premature delivery. But did you know that a severely stressful event can result in more female births? It’s true.
Preventing Blood Clots in Cancer Patients
Cancer patients can sometimes develop life-threatening blood clots at some point during treatment. One expert says there's a proactive way to prevent blood clots from forming and save lives in the process.
Depression Concerns for Acute Lung Injury Patients
Acute lung injury (ALI) not only affects a person's physical ability but also affects their mental state. Depression is a serious concern for ALI patients and should be treated early.
Tyson Recalls Contaminated Beef
Tyson Fresh Meats has recalled nearly 41,000 pounds of ground beef in 16 states believed to be contaminated with E. coli, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced.
Diabetic Pancreases Sending Mixed Signals
The body of diabetes patients either cannot produce enough insulin or ignores insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar. New research reveals what may be causing this problem.
The Other Heart Benefit of Cholesterol Drugs
Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may have an added benefit. They also appear to break down plaque in arteries, a major contributor to blood vessel blockages that can lead to a heart attack or stroke. Now, doctors know why.
The Re-admission Dilemma
Certain regions of the U.S. suffer from high hospital readmission rates. Interestingly, that elevated number may have less to do with poor care or more severe illnesses.