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Mayo Researchers Develop a Profile for Patients at Risk of Pancreatic Cancer

| April 14, 2015 Comment

Mayo Researchers Develop a Profile for Patients at Risk of Pancreatic Cancer – Researchers at Mayo Clinic worked with physicians from the US and Europe to identify factors that put patients at risk of pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is rare but it can be deadly because it’s not diagnosed until it’s in later stages, so […]

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Malnutrition a Real Problem with Older Adults

| January 21, 2015 Comment

Malnutrition a Real Problem with Older Adults – Malnutrition among older Americans seems to be increasing, according to a new study. The study, published last summer in Geriatric Nursing, showed that older adults who were widowed or depressed or both, had lower levels of most nutrients and caloric intake than those who were not. When compared […]

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Poor Sperm Quality Linked to Various Medical Conditions

Poor Sperm Quality Linked to Various Medical Conditions

| December 12, 2014 Comment

Poor Sperm Quality Linked to Various Medical Conditions – Researchers at the University of Stanford have found a correlation between poor sperm quality and some medical conditions, including hypertension. A poor sperm count might be a sign of other health problems. Researchers from Stanford University found high blood pressure, heart disease and skin and glandular […]

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A Mediterranean Diet Can Keep Your Cells in Better Shape

A Mediterranean Diet Can Keep Your Cells in Better Shape

| December 3, 2014 Comment

A Mediterranean Diet Can Keep Your Cells in Better Shape – A new study says a Mediterranean diet — meaning (fish), fruits, nuts, veggies and olive oil — can keep your cells in better shape. The fountain of youth is running with fish and fruits, according to some reports. So you might be seeing some […]

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Don’t Fall for Flu Shot Myths

Don’t Fall for Flu Shot Myths

| November 24, 2014 Comment

Don’t Fall for Flu Shot Myths – Misconceptions abound when it comes to your annual flu shot. Medical experts say most people older than 6 months should get the shot. Have you gotten your flu shot? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that most Americans older than 6 months get the shot as […]

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