Older women with lower back pain who add pilates to their physical therapy routine may see improvements in balance and…
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Analysis: Goal for Alzheimer’s drug by 2025 too ambitious?
The U.S. government has set a deadline of 2025 for finding an effective way to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease,…
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Among diabetes patients, the obese outlive the trim
People with Type 2 diabetes who are relatively trim may not live as long as people with the condition who…
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Diet helps prevent repeat heart attacks
Too often, people with cardiovascular disease assume the medications they take to lower their cholesterol and blood pressure are enough…
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Car exhaust linked to childhood cancers, study finds
If you’re like most people, your car is more than just a means of transportation — much, much more. It…
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Feeling in control boosts brainpower in elderly
When the world seems like its spinning out of control around you, your brain takes a hit, new research suggests.…
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Exposure to aircraft noise may increase risk of hospitalization for heart problems
Living next to an airport may be frustrating due to the constant onslaught of noise, but new research suggests that…
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More Americans believe in taking all measures to save life, poll finds
As the nation debates the costs of health care and insurance, a survey released on Thursday found that a growing…
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Studies confirm colon cancer screening reduces deaths
There’s new evidence that regular screening for colon cancer has long-term benefits. Testing for blood in the stool reduced the…
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Whole body vibration may help elderly get up and go
When the elderly can’t exercise, stints on a vibrating platform may help older adults become slightly stronger, faster and more…
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