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November 19, 2009 Studies show that testing women in their 40s could save a small percentage of lives. But to some public health officials, it isn't worth the possible harm the excess testing causes. Cancer survivors and advocacy groups say the screening tool isn't perfect, but it's worth the risk.

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September 4, 2009 It's commonly thought that exercise — particularly running — is hard on the joints. But recent studies show that running doesn't increase the risk of arthritis, and many runners have healthier joints.

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August 31, 2009 Many of our deepest friendships blossom when we are eager, expectant college freshmen. It turns out that common interests and that mysterious "chemistry" are not necessarily what forms friendships. Researchers say proximity and race are bigger predictors.

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August 24, 2009 Researchers aren't exactly sure why, but interval training, versus a steady-paced workout, helps people get in shape faster and lose weight more quickly. That's the idea behind Mommy Bootie Camp, and experts say the short-burst workouts are great for older people, too.

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August 10, 2009 Think you don't have to worry about preventing dementia until you're older? Think again. A new study shows that high cholesterol levels in your 40s may be linked to Alzheimer's and vascular dementia later in life.

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• Treating Delirium: An Often Missed Diagnosis

August 3, 2009 Waking up in the middle of the night can be stressful, but it may have been the norm for people in the days before electricity. Nowadays we stay up way past sunset, so what is normal sleep, and how do we adapt our nighttime schedules to fit our current lifestyle?

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• Snoring Can Indicate Treatable Sleep Condition

July 27, 2009 You may be eating the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables every day, but are you getting the maximum health benefits? Research suggests that you get more nutrients out of some vegetables when they are cooked, chopped or even served with a bit of fat.

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July 20, 2009 Good news for frequent chewers: Sugarless gum with xylitol may be good for your teeth. Experts say xylitol works against cavity-causing bacteria, helping to prevent tooth decay.

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June 29, 2009 Breathing is something we take for granted. But with busy and stressful lifestyles, we can develop habits that interfere with the natural rhythm of the breath. Breathing techniques can help us slow down our breath to emulate the full, deep breaths of sleeping babies.

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June 15, 2009 Jacob Rosenblum has celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that keeps his body from processing foods with wheat gluten. Even though he can't eat his peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on wheat bread anymore, or most cereals, his family is finding new ways to cook gluten-free and keep him healthy.

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June 1, 2009 Some plastic surgeons have adopted the controversial technique of transferring unwanted fat from the belly, hips and thighs of patients to the breasts and other areas. But others question not only the effectiveness of this procedure, but also its safety.

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May 25, 2009 With summer weather rolling in, many people are warming up the grill, but it's important to keep yourself protected from summer's strong sun and insect populations.

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May 18, 2009 Acupuncture can help reduce lower back pain, according to a new study. But there's still an East-West divide over how it works. Some say it may be manipulating chi. Others say a more subtle neurobiological process is at work.

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May 4, 2009 It depends. If you're healthy, an N95 respirator may prevent you from breathing in particles that contain a virus. And if you're sick, a face mask may help prevent you from spreading the infection to others. But if you're not wearing them correctly, that protection is thwarted.

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