Repairing the heart one cell at a time
Researchers are hoping to one day be able to use stem cells to repair heart muscle damaged by a heart attack, but so far the tests have not succeeded.
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Month: April 2010
In Brief
Generic versions of the blood-pressure drug Norvasc will save consumers money. A high-fiber diet may lower C-reactive protein, which contributes to inflammation of arteries.
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Update From the Medical Journals: July 2009
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Update From the Medical Journals: August 2008
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Update From the Medical Journals: May 2009
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Egg-cellent news for most, but not those with diabetes
Long criticized for their high cholesterol content, eggs have once again earned consideration as a healthy food, due primarily to their protein. But people with diabetes should still limit their egg consumption.
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A new way for TMJ
In the past, dentists and doctors were quick to treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems with dental work and surgery. Now it is understood that TMJ pain may have many different causes, and surgery is not always the best course of action.
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Should you get the shingles vaccine?
An immunization committee recommends that adults 60 and over should get the shingles vaccine. It should prevent about half those who receive it from getting shingles, and about two-thirds of those who have already had shingles from getting it again.
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By the way, doctor: Microwave cooking and nutrition
Does cooking with a microwave take nutrients out of food?
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The gender divide
Women are at higher risk than men of tearing the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee. Part of this disparity may be due to anatomical differences, and hormones may play a role as well.
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