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"Undiagnosed STD May Affect Many Americans"
Chlamydia may often be undiagnosed and affect over one million people in the US (dailyRx News) STDs often come with unpleasant symptoms, but when infections don’t come with visible symptoms,…
Read MoreBlood Pressure Rose When Let Down by Friends
High blood pressure developed in older women who felt criticized by friends or extended family (dailyRx News) Older middle-aged women who feel unappreciated by their friends or family may have…
Read MoreIndoor Tanning Devices Will Have New Warnings
Tanning bed and sun lamp warnings becoming stricter under new FDA regulations (dailyRx News) Many young people strive for tan skin, but this quest could put them at a risk…
Read MoreThe Riskiest Times for Surgery
Death after surgery happened in cyclical and seasonal patterns (dailyRx News) A successful surgery depends on a combination of factors, such as skilled doctors, quality equipment and hospital location. Unfortunately,…
Read MorePreventing One Million Heart Attacks and Strokes
Blood pressure and cholesterol management improving but further prevention efforts are necessary What would it take to prevent one million heart attacks and strokes before 2017? That’s the question that…
Read MoreSpeaking More Than One Language May Help the Brain
Speaking two or more languages associated with slower cognitive decline (dailyRx News) There’s a common expression: “It’s never too late to learn.” When it comes to the benefits of learning…
Read MoreE-Cigs on the Airwaves
Electronic cigarette advertising on TV reaches many youth (dailyRx News) One of the reasons cigarette TV commercials left the airwaves was their market appeal to youth. It’s unclear whether that…
Read MoreDrugged Driving Nearly Doubled in Last Decade
Painkillers rather than marijuana and cocaine causing more traffic accident deaths (dailyRx News) Widespread public education and law enforcement efforts warn of the dangers associated with driving under the influence…
Read MoreExercise May Be Best Heart Protection for Overweight Women
Physical activity among overweight women lowered likelihood of being at risk for heart disease (dailyRx News) Exercise is key to losing weight and keeping that weight off, which is healthy…
Read MoreNote to People with Allergies: Pollen Peaks at Different Times
Seasonal grass allergy patients may need to correspond time spent outdoors with changing pollen counts (dailyRx News) People with allergies know that the severity of their symptoms can change during…
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