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Metformin in Pregnancy: An Option for Gestational Diabetes
By January W. Payne -
Health
- May 7, 2008
A study of women with problematic pregnancies finds that an old drug is safe for a newfound use.
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Is Your Keyboard Making You Sick?
By January W. Payne -
Health
- May 7, 2008
Probably not, experts say. But it sure is dirty.
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Where to Find BPA-Free Products
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- May 2, 2008
A list of places where you can find products that don't contain the controversial chemical.
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Congress Passes Genetic Nondiscrimination Bill
By January W. Payne -
Health
- May 1, 2008
The President is expected to sign it, protecting people against loss of insurance or employment.
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How to Tell Before Surgery If You Have Sleep Apnea
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 24, 2008
Often undiagnosed, the nocturnal breathing problem puts surgery patients in danger.
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Why Apnea Is a Surgical Risk—and What to Do About It
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 24, 2008
Having sleep apnea increases your risk of complications. Dr. Chung explains how to take precautions.
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FDA Was Right About Contaminant in Tainted Heparin
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 23, 2008
Researchers have confirmed that oversulfated chondroitin sulfate was the adulterant.
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As Retailers Drop BPA, Baby Bottles Get New Scrutiny
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- April 22, 2008
A mother considers tossing them all; can little Kendall make it to sippy cups first?
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Ohio Disease Outbreak Linked to Chipotle Restaurant
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 21, 2008
Officials are investigating whether food-borne bacteria or norovirus triggered the illnesses.
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Antibiotics Don't Help Much in Most Sinus Infections
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 16, 2008
For mild sinusitis, forgoing drug treatment makes sense, experts conclude.
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Antibiotic-free Tips for Treating Sinus Infections
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 16, 2008
U.S. News asked two medical specialists for advice.
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A New Fibromyalgia Remedy: Antiviral Drugs
By January W. Payne -
Health
- April 11, 2008
The author of a new book says that viruses can be triggers.
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My Asthma Drug Break Was a Mistake
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- April 9, 2008
Taking a summer vacation from your inhaler might cause trouble in the fall.
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Obama's 'Realness' Excites Crowds in Pennsylvania
By January W. Payne -
Nation & World
- March 31, 2008
In the frenzied run-up to the Pennsylvania primary, both candidates are crisscrossing the state.
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Belly Fat Is Linked to Dementia Risk
By January W. Payne -
Health
- March 26, 2008
For those with abdominal obesity, experts offer 5 tips for shedding the excess girth.
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Keeping Medicine Out of the Water
By January W. Payne -
Health
- March 12, 2008
Four steps to environmentally correct drug disposal
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My Dog May Be Good for My Health
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- March 7, 2008
Research on the benefits of owning a pet keeps piling up.
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A Rough Flu Season on Campus
By January W. Payne -
Health
- February 20, 2008
Many college health centers are seeing a spike in their traffic.
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Still Time (and Good Reason) to Get a Flu Shot
By January W. Payne -
On Medicine
- February 18, 2008
The vaccine isn't a great match for the virus this year, but experts say it's much better than nothing.
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Taking the Bite Out of the Cost of Dental Work
By January W. Payne -
Health
- February 14, 2008
Flexible spending, private plans, dedicated credit, and more can make dentistry cheaper.
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Trying Out an Electric Toothbrush
By January W. Payne -
Health
- February 12, 2008
I paid only $7 for my power model. How well do these toothbrushes work?
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Prescription Drugs: How to Avoid Heath Ledger's Fate
By January W. Payne -
Health
- February 8, 2008
The actor died after taking a combination of prescription medications.
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Four Ways to Avoid Dangerous Drug Errors
By January W. Payne -
Health
- January 31, 2008
Lots of mistakes happen because medications sound or look alike. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Getting Your Bone Density Tested
By January W. Payne -
Health
- January 30, 2008
Here's some guidance on who should be tested—and how it's done.
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Three Steps To Stronger Bones
By January W. Payne -
Health
- January 30, 2008
Before turning to drugs, women with osteopenia can try these measures.
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