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ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
What Is Vascular Dementia?
Vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s have similar symptoms but different causes. That’s why understanding what vascular dementia is offers hope for prevention.
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CHILDREN AND TEEN CARE
Depression and Suicide Is Rising Among Teens and Young Adults
Depression and suicide rates are soaring among young Americans, according to research confirming earlier findings. Here's what to do if your teen is depressed.
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BRAIN AND NERVE CARE
Types of Seizures
A sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain causes all seizures - but there are many different types of seizures with a wide range of symptoms.
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EYE CARE
Why Do My Eyes Hurt?
Eye pain can be frightening. It can be slight or serious, from a dry eyeball to a medical problem. Here are some answers if wonder “Why do my eyes hurt?”
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EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CARE
Hearing Aids Can Help You Delay Cognitive Decline
Left untreated, hearing loss isn't a minor problem. Hearing aids can help you delay or minimize cognitive decline, dementia, depression, and possibly falls.
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PAIN CARE
Exercise Could Make You More Tolerant of Pain
Regular exercise could make you more tolerant of pain; it might also make you “tougher.” If you have chronic pain, take it slow but don’t stop moving.
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HEART CARE
Early Signs of Heart Disease
Early signs of heart disease aren’t always obvious. If you have risk factors, it’s especially important to get a symptom checked out if you’re not sure.
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CANCER CARE
Types of Leukemia
Leukemia is not one disease. Although it is a form of cancer affecting blood cells, there are several types of leukemia and they can be either acute or chronic.
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PROSTATE CANCER
Do Tomatoes Decrease Your Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Scientists are looking for the answer to this question: Do tomatoes decrease your risk for prostate cancer? So far, studies suggest the answer is “yes.”
Category,
SKIN, NAIL AND HAIR CARE
Better Treatment for Psoriasis
Psoriasis attacks your immune system; medicines called biologics have radically changed treatment. How safe and effective are the new treatments for psoriasis?
Category,
TYPE 2 DIABETES
Statins and Type 2 Diabetes
If you have high cholesterol, taking statins can lower your risk of heart disease. But statins may promote diabetes. Get the facts to protect your health.
Category,
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Walking Pneumonia Symptoms
Walking pneumonia symptoms can feel like a cold, but if you also have a fever and chest pain you should rest. Here's what you should know about the symptoms.
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WOMEN'S CARE
Antibiotics and Birth Control
If you’re prescribed an antibiotic, you may worry the drug could cause your birth control to fail. Here’s the good news about antibiotics and birth control.