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Thursday, May 23, 2013

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Chronic Heartburn May Raise Odds for Throat Cancer: Study
But simple antacids appear to lower the risk, researchers report.
Could Statins Raise Diabetes Risk?
Some popular brands associated with high blood sugar levels in study, but odds of problems are low.
Diet Soda Habit as Bad for Teeth as Meth Addiction, Study Claims
Acid in both can erode teeth over time.
Glucosamine Supplements Tied to Risk of Eye Condition
Seniors taking them had side effect that has been linked to glaucoma, small study finds.
Got an Itch? Mouse Study May Help Explain Why
Itch is a sensation distinct from others, such as pain, researchers say.
How Many Calories in Your Fast-Food Meal? Guess Again
Diners underestimated by as much as 500 calories in study.
Low Prenatal Iodine May Affect Child's Brain Development
Mothers with deficiency had kids with lower IQs and reading ability, researchers say.
Modified Polio Virus May Help Fight Brain Tumors, Study Suggests
Treatment is harmless to normal cells but attacks cancer cells; finding is preliminary, researchers say.
People With Borderline Personality Disorder May Misinterpret Facial Emotions
In studies, patients sometimes saw anger in a 'neutral' face and reacted to that threat.
Scientists Can't Replicate Surprising Finding on Alzheimer's Treatment
Skin cancer drug had no effect on brain plaques in mice, three separate research teams report.
Shortage of Key Drug Hampering U.S. Efforts to Control TB: Report
Many health departments have altered treatment practices; CDC officials working to solve the problem.
Statins May Hamper Workout Results
Overweight people on cholesterol-lowering drugs saw less fitness improvement than others in small study.
Too Few Kids Use Fast-Food Calorie Info, Study Finds
Girls and obese children are likelier to take advantage of this knowledge.
Type 2 Diabetes Progresses Faster in Kids, Study Finds
High blood pressure, other complications seen in adolescence.
U.S. School Kids Should Get Hour of Exercise Daily: Report
Physical activity helps them do better academically and socially, experts say.
U.S. Teen Birth Rate Plummets: Report
Since 1991, rate has dropped by nearly half, health officials find.

FYI

Health Tip: Caring for Baby's Heat Rash
Keep skin cool and dry
Health Tip: Help Prevent Water Contamination
Suggestions for people with a private well

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