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Ask the doctor: What else can I do for Dupuytren’s contracture?

I have Dupuytren’s contracture in both hands. I’ve had “needle” surgery in one hand, and the fingers straightened. But they seem to want to contract again. What can I do?

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Big thighs may be wise

Surprisingly, having lower body fat may offer some health benefits, though diet and fitness are still vital to good health.

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12 for 2012: Twelve tips for healthier eating

Rather than focus on individual nutrients, nutrition guidelines now encourage paying closer attention to the types and quantities of foods we eat.

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Keys to managing your cholesterol

Managing cholesterol involves more than just changing eating habits.

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Medical memo: Worried about warts?

Warts are unsightly but generally harmless, and a wart will often go away on its own after a period of time.

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Ask the doctor: Which type of replacement valve should I get?

I am 77 years old, and my doctor recommended surgery to replace my aortic valve. He said my choice is between a mechanical valve and a pig valve. Which is the preferred option?

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On call: Torn knee cartilage

I’m 72 and in good health. I’ve had left knee pain for almost six months. My doctor sent me for an MRI of both knees; it showed “mild to moderate osteoarthritis” in both knees and a torn meniscus in my right knee. What should I do for my “good” knee?

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Increasing activity can be a walk in the park

Adding regular physical activity to your daily routine is easier than you might think.

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Weight loss turns back the clock on heart disease

A reduction in body mass index could offset age-related increase in heart disease risk.

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Kidney stones: Common, painful, preventable

Kidney stones, which are about twice as common in men as they are in women, can likely be prevented through attention to diet.

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