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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - April 7, 2009
About half of all mental illnesses arise by age 14. A new guideline asks pediatricians to be on alert.
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Diabetes Alert Day: Know Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - March 24, 2009
Many who have the disease are unaware, putting them at risk for complications.
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Stem Cells: 10 Diseases They May—or May Not—Cure
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - March 13, 2009
Embryonic stem cell research is poised to expand. Could an array of treatments or cures come next?
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Insomnia Cure? Not Quite, but Sleepless Nights Can Be Overcome
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - March 3, 2009
Sleep problems are common, especially now. Finding a solution can require an individualized approach.
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10 Ways to Get Better Sleep (and Maybe Cure Your Insomnia)
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - March 3, 2009
Good sleep hygiene is one. Also: How to make bedtime rituals, exercise, and more work for you.
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12 Great Deals at Spas Around the Country
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - February 17, 2009
Many spas are catering to recession-savvy consumers.
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Stressed Out? Find a Great Deal at a Spa
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - February 17, 2009
Many spas are responding to tight economic times with healthy discounts.
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Aging Skin Doesn't Have to Be Wrinkled
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 28, 2009
One cream that really works: a good sunscreen.
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How to Keep Varicose Veins in Check
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 28, 2009
You may not be able to prevent varicose veins, but you can keep them from getting worse.
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Preventing Impotence and Loss of Libido
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 28, 2009
Aging doesn't have to mean an end to a happy sex life.
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Are You Paranoid? Quiz Yourself
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 16, 2009
Use these 10 questions to assess your suspicions.
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Paranoid? 5 Ways to Shrink Your Suspicions
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 16, 2009
Step back to see if your fears are justified, and be kind to yourself.
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Feel Paranoid? You Might Be, Says Daniel Freeman
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 16, 2009
Are we more paranoid? Experts think so.
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7 Tips on Fighting Off a Cold
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 12, 2009
Want to raise your immunity? Start by getting more sleep.
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Mastering MySpace Dangers: 10 Tips for Concerned Parents
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 9, 2009
Are sites like Facebook and MySpace dangerous? Not necessarily, if you help your kids use them safely.
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Teen Birthrates: Where Does Your State Rank?
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - January 8, 2009
More than half the states in the nation saw teen birthrates climb in 2006.
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Michael Jackson, Health Rumors, and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - December 23, 2008
News reports, perhaps misinformed, suggested that the King of Pop needs a lung transplant.
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4 Areas Where Parents Can Help Teens Steer Clear of Trouble
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - December 10, 2008
Parenting plays a big role in thwarting driving accidents, STDs, mental health problems, and more.
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Teen Mental Health: How to Raise Kids Who Can Cope
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - December 10, 2008
Stress may contribute to problems like depression, which affects 2 million adolescents each year.
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Teens and Sex: How to Help Your Kids Dodge Pregnancy and STDs
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - December 10, 2008
Teenagers may not appreciate the importance of sexual health. That's where responsible parents step in.
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Great American Smokeout: a Day to Quit Cigarettes
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Lindsay Lyon
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On Medicine - November 20, 2008
Today is the 33rd annual Great American Smokeout.
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12 Reasons to <i>Really</i> Quit Smoking
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - November 14, 2008
Never mind cancer or heart disease for a moment. Here are some nonobvious reasons to snub cigarettes.
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The Debate About Doctors Giving Out 'Fake' Medicines
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - November 6, 2008
Placebo treatments can make patients feel better. But is it ethical for doctors to prescribe them?
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Don't Ignore the Symptoms: Sexual Problems, STDs Affect Millions
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - October 31, 2008
Sexually transmitted diseases can cause serious complications.
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How to Tell Your Partner About an STD
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Lindsay Lyon
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Health - October 21, 2008
Experts on sexual health offer tips on how to have a difficult conversation.
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