Archive for February, 2009

Don’t let a hospital kill you

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Five simple tips could help keep you and your loved ones safe from hospital infections, experts say.

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Cancer patients who do research get latest drugs

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Cancer patients who do research online are three times more likely to be prescribed the latest medications than those who don’t study their condition, a new study suggests.

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Apples may help prevent breast cancer

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Researchers at Cornell University say that eating apples may help slow the growth of breast tumors.

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Lifestyle, screening has changed breast cancer over time

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Lifestyle changes and improved screenings have changed the type of breast cancer women are diagnosed with, a new study suggests.

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Breast cancer risk falls two years after quitting HRT

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Researchers say the finding again links HRT and breast cancer, but suggests that the risk is not permanent.

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Lay-off fears can lead to healthcare mistakes

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times.

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Calcium May Protect Against Cancer

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

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Researchers ID new breast cancer gene

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

The protein—called ARF1—plays a role in cancer cell growth and the progression of tumors, researchers at the University of Montreal and the University of Alberta say.

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How to save on prescription drugs

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options.

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Get help here if you’ve lost your health insurance

Saturday, February 28th, 2009

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage.

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