Teen girls struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder stemming from sexual abuse do well when treated with a type of therapy that asks them to repeatedly confront their traumatic memories, according to a small new study. The study's ...
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Rheumatoid arthritis patients can generally look forward to a much better quality of life today than they did 20 years ago, new research suggests. The observation is based on a comparative multi-year tracking of more than 1,100 rheumatoid ...
After chemotherapy, surgery and radiation to treat the original tumor might not benefit women with advanced breast cancer, a new study shows. A minority of women with breast cancer discover they have the disease in its later stages, after ...
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A newer MRI method can detect low iron levels in the brains of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The method could help doctors and parents make better informed decisions about medication, a new study says. ...
As you prepare for a holiday trip, don't forget to pack diabetes essentials. The American Diabetes Association offers these suggestions: Pack extra supplies and medication; a good rule of thumb is to pack double what you think you'll ...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday began the process of regulating compounding pharmacies, which create new drug combinations or alter drugs to suit individual patient needs. Under the Drug Quality and Security Act, signed ...
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After hip replacement, it's important to allow your hip to heal, returning gradually to normal activities. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these suggestions: Once you're out of the hospital, be sure to get regular ...
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Electrical stimulation of a specific area of the brain may help boost a person's ability to get through tough times, according to a tiny new study. Researchers implanted electrodes in the brains of two people with epilepsy to learn about ...
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Heel spurs are bony growths that form on the heel as a result of overuse or obesity. They can lead to significant pain and discomfort. The Ohio State University Medical Center suggests how to help heal heel spurs: Rest the foot, and ...
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Exercise might help breast cancer survivors relieve the joint pain that is a side effect of their medications, researchers say. A new study included patients who were taking aromatase inhibitor drugs, such as Arimidex (anastrozole), ...
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Adults with autism who were intentionally infected with a parasitic intestinal worm experienced an improvement in their behavior, researchers say. After swallowing whipworm eggs for 12 weeks, people with autism became more adaptable and ...
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With three new studies finding that a daily multivitamin won't help boost the average American's health, the experts behind the research are urging people to abandon use of the supplements. The studies found that popping a daily ...
The vast majority of epilepsy patients who have brain surgery to treat the seizure disorder find it improves their mood and their ability to work and drive, a new study reveals. Meanwhile, a second study also indicates the procedure is ...
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Most Americans with dementia who live at home have numerous health, safety and supportive care needs that aren't being met, a new study shows. Any one of these issues could force people with dementia out of the home sooner than they ...
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When you're caring for someone with cancer, managing many medications can feel like a juggling act. The American Cancer Society suggests how to stay organized: Maintain a current list of your loved one's medications, including the ...
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