How to Stay Out of the ER This Summer
Common sense and caution guarantee outdoor fun stays healthy, expert says
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Get Healthy: Your Middle-Aged Heart Will Thank You
It's never too late to start eating better, losing weight and exercising, studies find
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Mom's Vitamin D Levels Affect Baby's Dental Health
Low concentrations may lead to enamel defects, early tooth decay, study finds
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Population-Based Strategy Urged to Cut U.S. Obesity Rate
Heart association seeks policy, social changes that boost healthier eating, exercise
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High Birth Weight Doubles Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Hormonal effects may be to blame, researchers say
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Genetics, Environment Shape Sexual Behavior
There's likely no one key reason for a particular orientation, research shows
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Elevated Albumin Levels in Urine Raise Hypertension Risk
Findings suggest current concept of 'normal' protein secretion needs revision
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Activity-Linked Heat Illness Needs Prompt Attention
Trainers' group warns summer's temperatures can also bring severe injury
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Barefoot Lifestyle Has Its Dangers
Surgeons group offers tips on how to be footloose and injury-free
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Few Student-Athletes Survive Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Access to defibrillators and knowing how to use them could reduce deaths, experts say
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Start Packing for Great American Backyard Campout
National Wildlife Federation says turn off TVs, computers, venture into nature
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Antibiotics Effective for Vaginal Injury After Childbirth
Small study finds they improve healing of common tissue tears, prevent infection
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Golf Cart Injuries Give Rise to Calls for Regulation
Study finds safety standards needed, especially for use on public roads
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'Troubling' Rise in HIV Among Young Gay Men: CDC
New numbers show sharpest increase is among young black males
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International Blood Doping Tests May Miss Cheaters
Two labs came to different conclusions on identical urine samples, study finds
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