In a population-based prospective study, 4 health behaviors combined predicted more than a 2-fold difference in stroke incidence in men and women. Medscape Medical News
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Although antibiotics for otitis media halve the risk for mastoiditis, the high number needed to treat makes this strategy ineffective and may cause development of antibiotic resistance. Medscape Medical News
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In a population survey, serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels were inversely associated with recent upper respiratory tract infection, particularly in those with respiratory tract diseases. Medscape Medical News
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Researchers report promising results from an early study suggesting small amounts of peanut flour daily may ease peanut intolerance, but they warn against trying their technique at home. WebMD Health News
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Visible mold in the homes of infants was associated with a higher risk for asthma development later in childhood; maternal smoking was also a significant risk factor for later development of asthma. Medscape Medical News
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A new analysis of global surveillance data shows that rates of stroke mortality and burden vary between countries, but lower-income countries appear to be most affected. Medscape Medical News
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A large study conducted in middle-aged women suggests that even low to moderate alcohol consumption increases the risk for cancer. Medscape Medical News
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WASHINGTON (MedPage Today) — Healthcare spending will top $2.5 trillion in 2009, a whole percentage point higher than last year’s spending and the largest annual increase ever, according to a report from the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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A New York physician shares her love for food, her battle with weight, and her insights on wide-ranging women’s health issues.
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President Obama has pledged upwards of $20 billion on healthcare information technology as part of his reform plan. Will this new system lead to better efficiency and lower overall costs?
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