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    Plastics Chemical BPA May Harm Human Fertility: Study

    However, experts say lab findings might not translate to real-life risk WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, July 31 (HealthDay News) -- A chemical used in everything from food-can linings to store receipts might also pose some risk for infertility...
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    Anemia Might Raise Dementia Risk, Study Suggests

    Screening elderly for the blood condition makes sense, researcher says WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, July 31 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults suffering from anemia -- lower than normal red blood cell levels -- may be at increased risk for...
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    2 Million Deaths a Year Could Be Due to Air Pollution: Study

    Rises in ozone caused by humans mostly to blame, researchers say WebMD News from HealthDay By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, July 12 (HealthDay News) -- Air pollution claims more than 2 million lives worldwide every year, according to a new study. And roughly 470,000...
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    West Nile Spraying Safe in Short Term: Study

    California researchers found Sacramento County residents had no immediate health problems after pesticide was applied WebMD News from HealthDay By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, July 11 (HealthDay News) -- California residents apparently suffered no immediate ill health...
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    Baldness Drug Propecia May Put Some Men Off Alcohol: Study

    Men with sexual side effects appear to drink less, even after they stop taking the drug WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) -- Some men who use finasteride (Propecia) to help battle baldness may also be drinking less...
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    Endoscopes Not Always Cleaned Properly: Study

    Used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts, dirty devices might pose infection risk WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 13 (HealthDay News) -- Three of every 20 flexible endoscopes used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts and...
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    More Kids Being Poisoned by Prescription Drugs: Study

    Blood pressure meds, diabetes drugs and narcotic painkillers most common culprits, researchers say WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, June 3 (HealthDay News) -- As the number of adults taking prescription drugs has grown, so has the number of children...
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    Daily Sunscreen Helps Middle-Aged Skin Stay Young: Study

    By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, June 3 (HealthDay News) -- In the never-ending search for the fountain of youth, scientists have looked everywhere under the sun. But a group of Australian researchers now report that the answer lies out of the sun. Regular daily use of sunscreen...
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    Cholesterol Drugs Linked to Muscle, Joint Problems: Study

    But heart benefits of statins outweigh risks, expert says WebMD News from HealthDay By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, June 3 (HealthDay News) -- People taking statin drugs to lower their cholesterol may slightly increase their risk for muscle and joint diseases as well as...
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    HIV No Barrier to Getting Liver Transplant, Study Finds

    Procedure recommended to treat aggressive liver cancer WebMD News from HealthDay By Mary Elizabeth Dallas HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, May 17 (HealthDay News) -- Liver transplants to treat a common type of liver cancer are a viable option for people infected with HIV, according to new...
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    Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds

    Improvements reported in muscle strength, fatigue and quality of life WebMD News from HealthDay By Kathleen Doheny HealthDay Reporter SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Vitamin D supplements may help those with Crohn's disease overcome the fatigue and decreased muscle strength...
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    Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective

    But it was phased out because of side effects; newer version works, study notes WebMD News from HealthDay By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- The older vaccine for whooping cough that was phased out in the late 1990s is more effective than the current...
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    Healthy Lifestyle May Offset Job Stress, Study Finds

    Risk for heart disease rises when workers drink, smoke or overeat WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, May 13 (HealthDay News) -- Job stress increases the risk of heart disease, but living a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce that risk, a new...
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    Extreme Birth Weights Tied to Autism in Swedish Study

    Newborns who weigh much more or less than average may be at risk for disorder, researchers say WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, May 3 (HealthDay News) -- A much larger or much smaller birth weight than average may be associated with an increased risk...
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    Low-Dose 'Pill' Linked to Pain During Orgasm, Study Finds

    Women on low-estrogen formulations report more pain overall, and during sex WebMD News from HealthDay By Kathleen Doheny HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, May 3 (HealthDay News) -- Women taking birth control pills with lower amounts of estrogen -- a commonly prescribed contraceptive -- may be...
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    Focus on One Sport Raises Young Athletes' Injury Risk: Study

    Kids should not spend more hours than their age training for a sport each week, researchers say WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, April 19 (HealthDay News) -- Young athletes who train intensely for one sport are at greatly increased risk for severe...
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    Moderate Drinking May Not Affect Breast Cancer Survival: Study

    Women who consume alcohol in moderation have lower risk of heart disease death, researchers add WebMD News from HealthDay By Kathleen Doheny HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, April 9 (HealthDay News) -- Women who have survived breast cancer can drink alcohol in moderation, new research...
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    Study Suggests Link Between Hormone Melatonin and Type 2 Diabetes

    Experts find an association, but aren't recommending supplementation WebMD News from HealthDay By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, April 2 (HealthDay News) -- Decreased levels of the hormone melatonin may be linked to the development of type 2 diabetes, according to new...
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    Competitive Cash-for-Weight-Loss Plans Work Best: Study

    But individual incentives also do well when companies pay to help employees keep pounds off WebMD News from HealthDay By Barbara Bronson Gray HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, April 2 (HealthDay News) -- Paying people to lose weight works, but some sort of competition or group effort may make...
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    More Dietary Fiber Might Help Thwart Stroke: Study

    Simple measures include adding fruits, veggies to your diet, experts say WebMD News from HealthDay By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 28 (HealthDay News) -- Eating more fiber-rich foods appears to lower stroke risk, according to a new British study. For every 7-gram bump...
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