Autoimmune diseases are a medical conundrum. In people with these conditions, the immune system of the body, the designated defense
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Not all antipsychotics increase the risk of diabetes and raise cholesterol—some may be protective
Millions of people worldwide are prescribed antipsychotics every year. While these drugs are effective in treating the symptoms of schizophrenia,
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The dirtiest things you touch
At this time of year, cold and flu season mixes with holiday shopping, parties and travel. That means extra opportunities
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From depression to Parkinson’s disease: The healing power of dance
Why do we stop dancing when we grow up? Why do we disconnect and alienate ourselves from the body? It
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A window into the hidden world of colons
Biomedical engineers at Duke University have developed a system that allows for real-time observations of individual cells in the colon
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Hardening of the arteries: Platelets, inflammation and a rogue protein conspire against the heart
The Lipid Hypothesis of coronary artery disease has long held that a high level of cholesterol is the causative factor
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What’s your sense of purpose? The answer may affect your health
When you fill out a medical form listing your health history, vital statistics and test results, there probably isn’t a
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Zantac is pulled from shelves in the UK
Zantac is pulled from shelves in the UK: Health officials recall the common heartburn drug over fears it contains a
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