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- MUSC, USC researchers launch stroke study
- East Cooper Medical Center to Offer Free Flu Shots
- Roper St. Francis Supports S.C. Birth Outcomes Initiative
- Introducing Livewello, a revolutionary Health App that empowers users by creating a Health Village centered around an individual
- Coastal Fertility Specialists Offers an Economical Way to Take Advantage of Fertility Treatments
- East Cooper has new Medical Director of Radiology
- Charleston ENT Opens New, “Green” Center In West Ashley
- Trident Medical Center Re-Accredited as a Level III Trauma Center
- The Medicare age is still 65
- Switching the focus: Proper diagnosis could change your life
Heart Disease Headlines
- Depression Risk Lower in Patients Who Take Statins
- Where You Live Plays a Big Role in Health: Study
- Migraine Plus High BP May Raise Stroke Risk: Expert
- Zocor Receives New FDA Warning Label
- Some Warfarin Tablets Recalled
- Metformin May Work Better Than Other Drugs in Preventing Death: Study
- Sugary Drinks May Increase Blood Pressure Risk
- Heart Devices Not Tested Enough on Women: Study
- Sex, Coffee, Smog Can Trigger Heart Attacks: Study
- High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol May Harm Memory
Headlines from MedicineNet.com
- Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions
- 1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC
- Most Americans Say 'No' to Smoking in Their Homes, Cars
- Living Near Fast-Food Outlets Might Boost Obesity Risk
- Anti-Gay Bullying Tied to Teen Depression, Suicide
- Infections From Tainted Spine Injections Continue to Baffle Investigators
- Xofigo Approved for Prostate Cancer
- Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too
- Adult Children of Substance Abusers More Prone to Depression
- Health Tip: Don't Smoke for a Better Smile
- Q: What is internal medicine?
- Q: My friend recently went to the doctor for a rash and was told she had shingles. What is shingles and how do you get it?
- Q: What’s the easiest way to quit smoking?
- Q: Am I too fat?
- Q: What can I do to lower my blood pressure so I don’t have to take medication?
- Q: Why do I need to worry about my blood pressure if I feel fine?
- Q: What is a normal blood pressure reading? What does “borderline” mean?
- Q: What is blood pressure? What do the top and bottom numbers of a blood pressure reading mean?
Women's Health
- ADHD Incidence May Be Reduced In Breastfed Children
- Half Of All Adult Female Deaths In Rural Bangladesh Due To Non-Communicable Diseases
- Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease Not Increased By Hysterectomy
- Change In Tactics Means Health Visitors May Be Able To Identify Child Abuse
- Hysterectomy Does Not Raise Heart Risk
- Child Brides At Increased Risk For Maternal And Infant Mortality
- Improving Food Security In Africa By Educating Women
- Slim Women Have Higher Endometriosis Risk Than Obese Women
- Angelina Jolie Has Double Mastectomy Because Of 87% Breast Cancer Risk
- Some Newborns Benefit From Early Formula, Helping Mothers To Breastfeed Longer
Men's Health
- Men Suffer More Severe Psoriasis, Which Explains The Higher Costs Of Care For Men
- Political Motivations May Have Evolutionary Links To Physical Strength
- 4 New Genetic Risk Factors Identified For Testicular Cancer
- Sexual Harassment Linked To Eating Disorder In Men
- Opportunity In Health Care System To Reach Out To Boys Contemplating Suicide
- Soy And Tomato Combination May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer
- Frequently Playing Violent Games May Desensitize Players To Physiological And Emotional Effects
- Bad Cholesterol Lowered In Men On Heart-Healthy Diet, Regardless Of Weight Loss
- Obese Men With Benign Biopsy At High Risk For Prostate Cancer
- Sperm Quality Higher In Men Who Wear Kilts
