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This website is a compilation of resources and information that promote healthy living. It is clear that Americas’ health is closely linked to the health of each individual and every community – the health of the community and environment that individuals live, work, and play. Healthy Living affects individuals’ beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors and provides numerous benefits to all.

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Donating Kidney Doesn't Shorten Lifespan
A study of over 80,000 American live kidney donors found they were likely to live just as long as pe...
Meat And Colorectal Cancer Risk: Scientists Suggest Potential Mechanisms
Scientists in the US who undertook a large study to investigate what biological mechanisms might be ...
Destroying Cancers By Exploiting Their Architecture
After making a diagnosis of cancer, clinicians have a number of treatment options. Most of these inv...
What Is Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? What Are The Benefits And Risks Of Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Hormone replacement therapy, commonly known as HRT is a treatment used to replace hormones that the ...
Naltrexone Nixed For Substance Abuse In Patients With Schizophrenia
Munich, Germany - Contrary to expectations, the opioid receptor antagonist naltrexone is no better t...
Women Community Support Groups Can Reduce Neonatal Mortality
Two articles published Online First in The Lancet report that community support groups can reduce ne...
What Is Heat Rash? What Is Prickly Heat? What Causes Heat Rash?
Heat rash, also known as prickly heat, sweat rash and miliaria, is an itchy, red skin rash that ofte...

 
 
Long-Term Use of Osteoporosis Drugs Linked to Fractures
Drug 'holiday' may be the answer, but more study needed, researchers say
Inhalant Abuse a Deadly Middle-School Concern
'Huffing' more common than smoking pot, snorting cocaine among 12-year-olds, study finds
Variable Blood Pressure a New Stroke Risk Factor?
Big ups and downs in readings may call for specific treatments, experts say
New Knee May Improve Balance
Replacement joint seems to help prevent falls among elderly, study finds
Pre-Season Test Spots Baseball Pitchers at Risk of Injury
Weakness in rotator cuff a warning sign, but exercise regimens can help, experts say
Mind Reading Moves Closer to Reality
Brain scans beat chance at identifying specific memories, scientists report
Young Kids to Benefit From Broader Pneumococcal Vaccine
CDC study found newest vaccine lowered chances of those under 5 getting the disease
Obesity, Drinking a Double Threat to the Liver
Combination increased chances of cirrhosis, studies found
Body's Response to Foods' Smell, Taste Could Be Diabetes Risk Factor
A gene mutation could trigger key insulin reaction in some, researchers say
Health Highlights: March 11, 2010
Men Feel Less Guilt Than Women More Food Products Added to Recall List Store Shopper Cards Used to ...
 
 

World Health News Provided by BBC News

Heart disease and stroke

Blood pressure spike 'stroke key'
Fluctuations in blood pressure could be more important than high readings as a warning sign for stro...
From BBC Health
What happens to your body under anaesthetic?
India help for Sri Lanka amputees
An Indian charity sends a team to Sri Lanka to provide 1,000 amputees in the war-ravaged north with ...
Dying breed
Azeris in Talysh Mountains are no longer so long-lived
Obesity risk
Why extra fat can turn you into a killer behind the wheel
Obama continues healthcare attack
US President Barack Obama attacks insurers for raising rates as he continues his push for healthcare...
Hospital rap over medicine errors
Too many patients in England and Wales are not getting their medicines in hospital, a safety watchdo...
US school soda deal 'cuts sugar'
The US soft drinks industry says it has dramatically cut full-calorie beverages available in schools...
GPs 'lax' on cholesterol targets
Many lives could be saved if GPs followed guidelines for reducing cholesterol in those at high risk ...


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