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Reported by Michael Miller September 4, 2001 On September 4, 2001, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and the American College of Radiology Imaging Network (ACRIN) launched a multicenter study to...
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Compared with white Americans, African Americans experience higher rates of diabetes complications such as eye disease, kidney failure, and amputations. They also experience greater disability from...
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Pregnant? You already know to steer clear of alcohol and cigarettes. Here are other hazards to avoid. When I was expecting my first child, threats to my baby’s health seemed to lurk everywhere. I knew,...
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Get the Facts Arm yourself with basic information about STDs: How are these diseases spread? How can you protect yourself? What are the treatment options? Learn the answers to these questions by...
View ArticleGenital Herpes
Genital herpes is a common STD, and most people with genital herpes infection do not know they have it. You can get genital herpes even if your partner shows no signs of the infection. If you have any...
View Article5 A Day for Better Health
The 5 A Day for Better Health Program is a large-scale public/private partnership between the fruit and vegetable industry and the U. S. Government. This national nutrition program seeks to increase...
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Are you struggling with the cost of prescription drugs? If you have no health insurance coverage or cannot afford prescriptions that are very expensive, you may be able to take advantage of a number...
View ArticleHealthy Eating Tips
Here are some tips for healthy eating at home, work, and elsewhere to help you get started. Try some of these ideas. Start your day off right! Eat breakfast! Drink 100% fruit juice (canned, from a...
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