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Ozone Exposure May Increase Risk of Heart Attack
Exposure to an excessive amount of ozone may cause harm to the heart that can increase the risk of heart attack, researchers have found in a small study.
Medical Food Hurts Livers
If you own a TV, you know what prescription drug commercials sound like: a persuasive description of the benefits of the drug followed by a lengthy list of side effects.
Arm Yourself Against Drowning
Summertime means many things - barbecues, snow cones, bare feet and perhaps most notably, swimming. But with this favorite summer pastime comes inherent danger. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that more than 500,000 deaths worldwide are caused annually by unintentional drowning and it is the third-most common cause of unintentional injury death. Generally, males and children under five are at the greatest risk of drowning. With knowledge, care and vigilance, instances of drowning can largely be avoided and summer fun enjoyed safely and smartly. Drowning Defined WHO tak...
Depressed on Facebook?
What if there was software out there that could alert people that they were depressed and prompt them to seek treatment? Internet pattern data is easy to collect, software development won’t be too far behind.
The Other 97 Percent of Skin Cancers
When you mention skin cancer, most people think of melanoma. But surprisingly, 97 percent of skin cancers look completely different than melanoma. As you may have already guessed, they are a lot more common.
A Chance to Help Kids' Mental Health
Child welfare agencies can do more than investigate families under suspicion of abuse or neglect of a child. They could help identify children at higher risk for mental health problems.
Skinny Fat: Athletes & Junk Food
Parents with athletic children haven't been focused on providing nutritious meal and snack options. Nutrition experts suggest changing habits to promote healthier eating habits in athletes. 
Alex Trebek Suffers Heart Attack
Longtime host of game show Jeopardy! Alex Trebek is recovering in a California hospital following a heart attack, a spokeswoman announced Sunday.
Veterans & Violence: Who’s at Risk?
How do American Heroes learn to manage their post-service aggression?  New research may lay the foundation for successful veteran integration and preventative lifestyle structures.
Dialing for Diabetes Advice
Many poor Americans are stuck with insufficient health insurance. Unfortunately, they also have a higher risk of diabetes.
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