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Clinical studies can give you access to breakthrough treatments
Premium Health News ServiceIn January 2007, Debbera Drake (cq) got the news every woman dreads. She had stage-four breast cancer. One doctor she'd sought for a second opinion told her she had just two years to live. "I was traumatized," Drake recalls feeling after hearing the...Tags: Cancer, Harvard Medical School, Medical Research, Research, Nursing
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Some see salt as answer if sweat is the problem
Q. I have worked outside for most of my career, which is great, but it can be a challenge in the summer. Several years ago I became very run down during a brutally hot summer. On a whim I dumped some salt in my hand and licked it up. I felt better...
Tags: Arthritis, Celebrex (drug), High Blood Pressure, Drugs and Medicines, Chemical Industry
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Alternatives relieve hot flashes when estrogen is not an option
The Medicine CabinetQ: I'm 65-year-old female. I was diagnosed with a blood clot in my leg while using the hormone patch Alora for hot flashes. I had to stop Alora. The hot flashes came back. I tried gabapentin with no relief. Is there anything I can take to relieve hot...Tags: Harvard Medical School, Health, Obstetrics, Boston, Prescription Drugs
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FDA approves new obesity drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administrationapproved a new drug Wednesday to help people battle chronic obesity. Used in conjuction with a healthy diet and exercise, the drug Belviq will help people lose weight by activating a receptor in the brain that will...
Tags: Healthy Diet, High Blood Pressure, Heart Attack, Drugs and Medicines, Body Mass Index
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Reid is luckiest coach in modern NFL history
— A system and method that should rightfully have led to a complete revolt by now instead has the Philadelphia Eagles seemingly tighter than ever, blindly loyal and determined to hold hands while riding right over the cliff that coach Andy Reid is...Tags: Kurt Coleman, Philadelphia Eagles, Lou Gehrig, Lincoln Financial Field, Bill Belichick
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Behavior experts share new developments
My Pet WorldPet behavior experts gathered Aug. 3 in San Diego, CA, for the annual American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior meeting. Research and studies were presented just prior to the Annual Convention of the...Tags: Pets, Alzheimer's Disease, Dog (animal), Cat (animal), Chicago Tribune Columnists
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Dandruff shampoo helps many readers' rosacea
Q: I developed rosacea a few years ago. Although I tried ignoring it, the condition got worse. A dermatologist gave me samples of Finacea. That helped a little, but there is a $60 copay for the prescription. MetroGel works a little, too, but again has...
Tags: Symptoms, Forehead, Lexapro (drug), Cymbalta (drug), Personal Service
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Food allergy treatment shows promise
CNNWith food allergies still on the rise and no clear answer about their causes, parents of allergic children anxiously await the development of an effective treatment to prevent life-threatening reactions. Researchers are making progress with a method...Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, Northwestern University, Medical Research, Yale School of Medicine, Drugs and Medicines
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Hepatitis C not responsive to herbal therapy
The Medicine CabinetQ: I just found out that I have hepatitis C. I feel fine. I heard that milk thistle is good for the liver. Does it help people with hepatitis C? A: More than 3 million Americans are infected with the virus that causes hepatitis C. About three-quarters of...Tags: Harvard Medical School, Health Organizations, Cirrhosis, Blood Transfusion, Emergency Health Procedures
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'Digital pill' with chip inside gets FDA green light
CNNMoneyEver wonder if you remembered to take your pills this morning? A medial tech startup has a novel solution: Swallow a computer chip that will help you keep track. Proteus Digital Health scored a big victory this week when theU.S. Food and Drug...Tags: Food and Drug Administration, Pharmaceuticals, Economy, Business and Finance, European Union, Companies and Corporations
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If you can't sleep, try Valerian
Premium Health News ServiceQ. I've tried everything to resolve my insomnia. Would valerian help? A. If you've spent one too many nights staring at your bedside clock, wondering why it's moving so slowly, you're probably familiar with the array of over-the-counter and...Tags: Science and Technology, Herbal Supplements, Insomnia, Pharmaceuticals, Dietary Supplements
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Tips for avoiding tainted products
• Talk to your physician about the supplements you are taking or considering taking — even ones that might seem embarrassing. A conversation with your doctor about buying X-Rock 3 Day Pill for Men might be uncomfortable but worth it in the end....
Tags: Science and Technology, Food and Drug Administration, Health Organizations, U.S. Anti-Doping Agency
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