Based on a new analysis, the health benefits of having a drink a day may be exaggerated, UK researchers say.…
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Disabled elderly decline sharply after ICU
Seniors admitted to the hospital intensive care unit (ICU) were more likely to die or sharply decline soon after their…
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WHO says chronic diseases kill 3 million annually in China
More than 3 million people are dying prematurely each year of chronic non-communicable diseases in China, the World Health Organization…
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People who challenge their brains throughout their lifetimes — through reading, writing and playing games — are less likely to…
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Hormones needed for anti-aging
Although the wisdom that comes with age is nice, the wrinkles, ailing joints and general frailty are not. That’s why…
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Support groups can improve healing from serious illness
If you receive a difficult diagnosis, are you going to bury your head in the sand and hope it goes…
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Being overweight may increase odds of living longer
In a review of almost 100 past studies covering nearly three million people, researchers found that being overweight or slightly…
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US health outcomes far worse than other comparable nations, report finds
Compared to other major nations, the overall health outcomes of the United States have been found to be significantly lacking.…
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Doctor claims patients can someday be revived 24 hours after death
Bringing the dead back to life may soon be a medical reality, with claims people may be able to be…
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Researcher finds biological risk factor underlying obesity-related cancers
Being overweight or obese is known to be associated with an array of health issues, such as cardiovascular disease and…
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