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'127 Hours' earns high marks from doctors
The premise
Twenty-seven-year-old Aron Ralston ( James Franco) is a mechanical engineer and thrill-seeker. He is in Utah's Blue John Canyon when he falls down a narrow canyon, and his arm is pinned by a large chalkstone boulder. He watches as his fingers...Tags: Human Body, Danny Boyle, Surgery, James Franco, Health
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Briefs: New Scientist
Premium Health News ServiceA LITTLE BIT OF STRESS DOES YOU GOOD We try to avoid it, yet being under pressure might be good for our health. It seems a little stress can sometimes blunt the harmful effects of aging -- as long as we aren't frazzled to begin with. When stressed,...Tags: Weight, Physiology, Parkinson's Disease, Symptoms, Environmental Issues
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UW-Madison researchers journey deep into the brain via the science of imaging
The Wisconsin State JournalThe brain, with its tangled bundles of neurons and strangely named regions, has been called the most complex structure in the universe. And its workings have remained largely mysterious, hidden deep within the folds of gray matter. Until now. At UW-...Tags: Anxiety, John F. Kennedy, Psychiatry, Medical Research, Diabetes
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Dodge skin irritation from problem plants
You probably learned about the risks of poison ivy a long time ago, but as you spend more time in the garden this spring, be aware that many other plants can cause a rash. Learn which plants are the common offenders and how to take precautions against...Tags: Allergies, Arts and Culture, Dermatologists, Steroids, Harvard Medical School
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Puppies relieve stressed Rhodes College students as exam week begins
Commercial AppealFinals are getting "ruff" at Rhodes College. As exam week began at the Midtown college Monday, about 400 students left their books behind to frolic with puppies at the school's third annual "Puppy Break" for stressed-out undergrads. About a dozen...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Students, Teaching and Learning
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Q&A: Ask the pediatrician! Dr. Diana Blythe answers your questions about kids' health
Have a question for Dr. Blythe? Write to her at AskThePediatrician@tribune.com. For more information on Dr. Blythe, go to pediatricassociates.com.
April 29, 2013
Q: My 5-year-old daughter just had her adenoids and tonsils removed because of snoring...Tags: Physiology, Early Learning, American Academy of Pediatrics, Common Cold, Gastroenteritis
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Kids' injury rate rises with the temperature
Before you know it, the kids will be out of school and enjoying summer. And while that usually means lots of fun for children, it can sometimes also mean an injury or a trip to the emergency room. We talked about that with Dr. Karen Sheehan, an...
Tags: Tylenol (drug), Ibuprofen (drug), Broken Arm, Broken Bones, Blisters
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Want to Be a Better Person? Meditate on It.
HealthYou’re at a crowded doctor’s office. The doctor is running far behind schedule, and it’s standing room only. A patient hobbles in. He’s on crutches. You look around. Everyone else in the waiting room is checking their phones,... -
Bucketload of challenges: It's the calf's call
Labor, it is nothing new to beef cattle producers. Be it spring or fall, calving season brings with it a bucket load of challenges and needs from the cowherd. While the bulls are enjoying their vacation, the females are hard at work. Understanding the...Tags: Physiology, Oxytocin (drug), Drugs and Medicines
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Childhood bullying has long reach
Bullying can trigger long-lasting effects on children by changing the structure of a gene that regulates serotonin, a neurotransmitter that affects mood and depression, according to a study by University of Montreal researchers. As they age, this can make...
Tags: Health and Safety at School, Biology, Mental Health, Health, Medical Research
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10 Tips to Banish Belly Fat
Making a few lifestyle changes can go a long way in your quest for a better body and better health. Begin with a positive mind set and implement these 10 changes in your life. Focus on your goal and watch your body transform. 1. If you drink alcohol, do...
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Put a healthy spin on comfort food
Premium Health News ServiceAs winter has tightened its grip, it's natural to crave meals that bring comfort to both body and soul. In fact, research shows that eating certain foods that remind us of good times trigger happy thoughts and feelings of safety, love, homecoming and...Tags: Weight, Salads, University of California, Los Angeles, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Mashed Potatoes
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