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Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say.

Drug Cures Osteoporosis in Mice
Experimental agent targets serotonin in the gut, triggering bone formation.

Handgrip Strength Helps Predict Death Risk in Elderly
As grip declines, so does survival, study finds.

Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson´s in Study
Trichloroethylene was widely used industrial solvent.

Soft Drinks Could Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk
Higher blood sugar, insulin levels might cause cells to divide abnormally, researchers say.

Mediterranean Diet May Help Keep You Smarter
Study finds less damage to brain tissue when the regimen is followed.

3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim
Eating together, limiting TV and getting enough sleep cut risk of obesity, study finds.

Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life
Early death risk drops with use, but other factors may contribute, experts say.

Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment
More get recommended therapies, study finds.

Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
Patients should avoid taking the two drugs together, researchers say.

High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors
Link seen in those with trouble organizing thoughts, but not memory loss.

´Third-Hand Smoke´ Could Be Troublesome, Too
Tobacco residue may give rise to new pollutants indoors, chemists suggest.

Beer for the Bones?
Beneficial silicon content varies from brew to brew, study finds.

Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child
Dad´s age didn´t matter unless father was older, mom much younger, study found.

Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging
Some people are programmed to age at a faster rate, study says.

  • Health Tip: What´s Behind Nasal Congestion
    Things that can stuff up your nose

  • Health Tip: Spot Unsafe Playgrounds
    Equipment that could be dangerous

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