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Obesity in adolescence may increase girls' MS risk
A woman's risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) during her lifetime is doubled if she was obese at age 18, new research shows. Read more »
National News
- P&G recalls some Vicks spray after bacteria found
- High cholesterol under treated in many Americans
- Had flu? You may have H1N1 protection
- Slow walkers more likely to die of heart disease
- Many pregnant smokers don't own up to the habit
- Acetaminophen could up asthma, wheezing risk
- Smoking tied to suicide risk in bipolar disorder
- Antibiotic overuse threatens modern medicine
- More muscle power means lower Alzheimer's risk
What's Being Talked About
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John Gaudio says ...
Dear Senator Coburn, Please read the bill. If Americans won't understand the contents of this legislation, then reading the bill will demonstrate that it is something to be opposed. This may be the most important choice you make in your career as a US Senator. Harry Reid, Nancy Pelosi, and President Obama are trying to shove a socialist agenda down the throats of the American people... (read more at http://abetterblogsite.com/public/item/245666) John Gaudio, http://ABetterBlogsite.com
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Tom Martin says ...
Senator Coburn, please change your mind. Please read the bill. 70% of the nation is counting on you to do this. Please. Ignore the advice of your collegues and do the right thing. Thank you.
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Anonymous 2 says ...
Don't ALL people have a risk of death no matter what age??
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says ...
Don't all elderly people have a risk of death? What a stupid study.
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Your not selfish?! says ...
Wow what a selfish p.o.s! I was a smoker! I stopped smoking when I became pregnant. It isn't easy. It's called WILL POWER! You obviously have no self control whatsoever! Your daughter might be an honor student...an honor student with black lungs.
Local News
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Vicks Sinex Nasal Spray Pulled from the Shelves
NEW YORK — Procter & Gamble Co. is voluntarily recalling three lots of Vicks Sinex nasal spray because of potential bacterial contamination.
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Doctors & Survivors Against New Cancer Recommendations
The United States Preventive Services Task Force, made up of 16 health care experts, said earlier this week most women in their forties don't need annual mammograms. Their ruling is women over 50 should get one every two years, but Wichita Falls medical experts and cancer survivors we with talked with don't agree.
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New Guidelines Issued On Cervical Cancer Screening
New medical guidelines are calling for fewer Pap smears for most women in their 20s.
