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Many continue to receive opioid prescriptions after overdose

Many continue to receive opioid prescriptions after overdose

Almost all people who overdose on prescription opioids continue to receive prescriptions for these painkillers, according to a new study. “We…
Asthma rate stops climbing in some US kids

Asthma rate stops climbing in some US kids

Childhood asthma rates appear to have stopped rising among many US groups, but not among the poorest kids or children…
Ultrasound may be useful supplemental test for breast cancer

Ultrasound may be useful supplemental test for breast cancer

A new study adds to the evidence that ultrasonography can help diagnose cancer in women with dense breasts. Researchers examined data…
The most popular nutrition trends of 2015

The most popular nutrition trends of 2015

2015 saw us stop counting the calories and instead start counting the nutrition.
Bioactive glass could be the tooth filling of the future

Bioactive glass could be the tooth filling of the future

The fillings of the future could be bioactive glass, according to engineers at Oregon State University. The futuristic-sounding bioactive glass is…
New advice on who qualifies for cholesterol-lowering statins

New advice on who qualifies for cholesterol-lowering statins

Considering a cholesterol-lowering statin to prevent a heart attack? Deciding who's a good candidate requires calculating more than a simple…
Physical labor linked to disability after retirement

Physical labor linked to disability after retirement

People who toil away in physically demanding jobs may find that aches and pains follow them into retirement, limiting daily…
Weight loss surgery may increase fracture risk

Weight loss surgery may increase fracture risk

Certain types of weight loss surgery may weaken bones, increasing the risk of breaks, according to a recent study from…
More Chinese cities issue their 1st red alerts for heavy smog

More Chinese cities issue their 1st red alerts for heavy smog

More Chinese cities are issuing their first red alerts for pollution in response to forecasts of heavy smog, after the…
Google, Ford in talks on self-driving car partnership: source

Google, Ford in talks on self-driving car partnership: source

Google and Ford Motor Co are in talks about forming a partnership to develop autonomous car technology, a person briefed…
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