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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Update From the Medical Journals: March 2010
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In brief: The shoulds – and the shouldn’ts – of getting your shots
The immunization schedule for adults has changed, and many people may not be up to date on their vaccinations. Talk with your doctor about what shots you may need.
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What is normal?
For tests such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar, the range that is defined as normal may change over time, as more information becomes known about the health of people whose results were considered to be in the normal range.
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