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  • Taking Flu Season Seriously

    October 17, 2003

    Despite several years of mild flu seasons, complications from flu still kill more than 30,000 people a year and hospitalize many more. This year, supplies of vaccine are adequate and health officials are encouraging more people to get vaccinated.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Teens May Face More Nicotine Risk

    October 10, 2003

    The younger smokers are when they take up the habit, the more likely they are to develop an addiction to nicotine and the more difficulty they will have quitting. An expert explains some of the special problems tobacco presents for young smokers.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Living With Diabetes

    October 3, 2003

    If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can make a big difference in managing the disease. An expert offers some practical tips to help avoid many of the health problems associated with diabetes.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Heart Attacks Aren't Just For Men

    September 26, 2003

    Warning signs for heart attacks in women are often different from the "classic" symptoms for men. An expert describes common symptoms and explains why women's heart attacks are under-reported and frequently misdiagnosed.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Long-distance Care Can Help Elderly

    September 12, 2003

    Adult children who live at a distance can still help parents who are in a long-term care setting. A geriatric medicine expert offers some practical tips for families and facilities to work together to improve life for the elderly.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Low-dose HRT Could Cut Women's Health Risk

    September 5, 2003

    Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can build bone strength in women. But HRT is linked to increased risk of heart disease and breast cancer. A small-scale study suggests that using a lower dose and different type of hormone may reduce those health risks.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Back Packs and Back Pains

    August 29, 2003

    A backpack can be one of your child's most useful tools for school. But many kids carry too much weight in their packs, which can lead to back pain and even to serious spinal problems.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Avoiding the 'Freshman 15'

    August 22, 2003

    Weight gain is a problem for many college freshmen. An expert identifies some of the common reasons why some students tend to put on the so-called "Freshman 15" and offers some practical ways to avoid adding excess poundage.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • African-Americans Face Greater Glaucoma Risk

    August 15, 2003

    Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African-Americans, striking this group much earlier and progressing faster than in the rest of the population. An expert says an annual exam should therefore be a priority for all African-Americans over age 40.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

  • Exercise Benefits Women During and After Menopause

    August 8, 2003

    Menopause brings with it a wide range of changes to a woman's body. One of the most effective ways for menopausal and post-menopausal women to manage these changes is by following a program of regular exercise.

    Topics for this story: Health & Medicine

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