Canadian fish eaters threatened by Fukushima radiation
“After the world’s worst nuclear accident in 25 years, authorities in Canada said people living here were safe and faced no health risks from the fallout from Fukushima.”

Breast Cancer Surgery Rules Are Called Unclear
“Nearly half of women who had lumpectomies for had second operations they may not have needed because surgeons have been unable to agree on guidelines for the most common operation for breast cancer, a new study finds.”

Meet the Giants Chiropractor
“The road to the Super Bowl is fraught with neck spasms, aching legs and sore hamstrings. But when the Giants head west to Indianapolis, Dr. Rob DeStefano will be there to smooth out those pulled muscles and stiff necks.”

Coconut Oil Touted as Alzheimer’s Remedy
“Researchers say the ketones found in coconut oil have slowed the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in some people and may actually prevent it.”

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Probiotics, well known for their ability to prevent and treat digestive disturbances, have also been shown to boost our immunity to cold- and flu-causing bugs. Now a comprehensive review of the research has shown that probiotics may also have a modest positive effect on cardiac risk by lowering cholesterol levels.

Sodium-Saturated Diet Is a Threat for All
“Maybe you think you don’t have to worry about salt. After all, you don’t have high blood pressure, you’re not overweight and you exercise regularly.”

Debate Persists on Deadly Flu Made Airborne
The young scientist, normally calm and measured, seemed edgy when he stopped by his boss’s office. “You are not going to believe this one,” he told Ron Fouchier, a virologist at the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam. “I think we have an airborne H5N1 virus.”

Broccoli Chemical Stems Breast Cancer Cells
“Sulfur compounds in broccoli stop creation of breast cancer stem cells; Effect should extend to kale, cabbage, and broccoli’s many ‘cruciferous’ cousins.”

As Doctors Use More Devices, Potential for Distraction Grows
“Hospitals and doctors’ offices, hoping to curb medical error, have invested heavily to put computers, smartphones and other devices into the hands of medical staff for instant access to patient data, drug information and case studies.”

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Drugs to Treat A.D.H.D. Reach the Preschool Set
“Ruth Grau was first told her son had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder when he was 3. The idea of medicating him was anathema to her, so she and her husband tried an alternative approach…”

Alternative treatments
“Done anything alternative lately? If so, you have a lot of company. When we surveyed 45,601 Consumer Reports subscribers online, we found that three out of four were using some form of alternative therapy for their general health.”

Too Much Acetaminophen Over Time May Damage Liver
“Taking slightly too much of the pain reliever acetaminophen over time can lead to an overdose that can cause liver failure and death, according to a new study.”

Bad Cholesterol Not As Bad As People Think
“The so-called bad cholesterol – low-density lipoprotein commonly called LDL – may not be so bad after all, shows a Texas A&M University study that casts new light on the cholesterol debate, particularly among adults who exercise.”

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New Study Implicates Environmental Factors in Autism
“A new study of  twins suggests that environmental factors, including conditions in the womb, may be at least as important as genes in causing autism.”

When Food Kills
“The deaths of 31 people in Europe from a little-known strain of E. coli have raised alarms  worldwide, but we shouldn’t be surprised. Our food often betrays us.”

Research suggests basis for red wine heart benefits
“A new study suggests red wine polyphenols may protect omega-3 fatty acids from breaking down in the body, offering a possible mechanism for the cardiovascular benefits associated with red wine consumption.”

New iPhone app could delay need for reading glasses
“A smart phone app could delay the need for reading glasses in older people by teaching the brain to process blurred images.”

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Rising Reports Of Bad Reactions to Drugs
“Official reports of negative reactions to prescription drugs have increased dramatically over the last decade, according to a new study.”

How to Find Out If Your Doctor And Drugmakers Are In A Relationship
“‘If your mother says she loves you, check it out.’ So what about your doctor?”

A Little Deception Helps Push Athletes To The Limit
“The trained bicyclists thought they had ridden as fast as they possibly could. But Kevin Thompson, head of sport and exercise science at Northumbrian University in England, wondered if they go could even faster.”

In Study, Fatherhood Leads To Drop In Testosterone
“Testosterone, that most male of hormones, takes a dive after a man becomes a parent.”

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