By Dennis Thompson
At 3 years of age, Pablo Douros was a sick little boy.  He had quit growing. He also had frequent severe constipation, so much so that he suffered a rectal prolapse from straining, said his mother, Andrea Levario of Alexandria, Va.
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By Mary Elizabeth Dallas
The religious beliefs and traditions of the estimated 7 million Muslims in the United States significantly influence their attitudes about health care, and the medical establishment would do well to address their concerns, a new study suggests.
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By Robert Preidt
Paper money worldwide is contaminated with the potentially toxic chemical bisphenol A (BPA), according to a new study.
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By Dennis Thompson
Complaints of celiac disease are on the rise in the United States, with more and more people growing ill from exposure to products containing gluten.
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By Jenifer Goodwin
When Bela Mehta’s toddler son was diagnosed with a severe peanut allergy, she carefully explained to her parents and in-laws that ingesting even the tiniest amount of peanut could cause a life-threatening reaction.
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By Kathleen Doheny
Many doctors continue to recommend annual screening for cervical cancer, even though current guidelines say some women can wait much longer between tests.
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By Robert Preidt
Smokers are less likely to buy cigarettes if they are in plain, unbranded packages with warning labels featuring graphic images of cancer, a new study finds.
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By Robert Preidt
People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk of death from heart disease and other cardiovascular events due to RA-related inflammation and other risk factors, a new study indicates.
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By Scott Roberts
Zelboraf (vemurafenib) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat a certain form of metastatic (spreading) melanoma, or cases that cannot be removed surgically, the agency said Wednesday.
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By Mary Elizabeth Dallas
Many drugs already approved to combat certain illnesses may also be helpful in treating a slew of other seemingly unrelated health problems, a new study indicates.
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By Serena Gordon
Researchers have found an antibody that might someday be useful in identifying women who have a higher risk of ovarian cancer, or possibly diagnosing early ovarian cancer.
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By Serena Gordon
If you’re a parent, you’ve no doubt heard plaintive wails from your child as you traverse the treat-filled aisles of the grocery store.
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By Mary Elizabeth Dallas
Although not life-threatening, sprains and strains account for more than one-third of lower leg injuries treated in U.S. emergency departments, according to a new study.
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By Mary Elizabeth Dallas
Elderly people with extra body fat may not live as long as those who maintain a normal weight, according to a new study that contradicts previous research.
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By Robert Preidt
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday gave its approval to Zelboraf (vemurafenib), a first-of-its-kind drug for the treatment of an often lethal form of melanoma.
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By Alyssa Sparacino
Bravo TV confirmed that Russell Armstrong, estranged husband to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Taylor Armstrong, was found dead by apparent suicide Monday night in his Los Angeles home.
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By Steven Reinberg
People who have narrowed carotid arteries in the neck and show no symptoms may be at risk for stroke and not know it, but a simple ultrasound test can identify the problem, a new study suggests.
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By Robert Preidt
Poor growth, heart problems and delays in puberty are among the problems experienced by children with mild to moderately impaired kidney function, new research says.
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By Mary Elizabeth Dallas
Unsuspecting consumers attempting to buy prescription medications over the Internet may fall victim to one of the many illegal online pharmacies popping up on the web, according to a new report.
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By Amanda Gardner
A newer technology intended to alert doctors when patients are regaining consciousness while under anesthesia is no better than conventional monitoring systems in lowering the incidence of “anesthesia awareness,” new research shows.
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