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As Kids’ CT Scans Rise, So Do Radiation Worries

More kids are getting more CT scans — and more radiation exposure — during emergency room visits. Yet few are seen by experts in pediatric radiology, raising concerns.

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Progesterone Gel Reduces Risk of Early Preterm Birth

Progesterone gel may help reduce the chances of early preterm birth among certain women who are considered high-risk.

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People With Signs of Parkinson’s Wait to See Doctor

A majority of people who experience ongoing tremors that could be an early warning sign of Parkinson’s disease say they would wait to see their doctors, according to a new survey.

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Julie Bowen’s Top 5 Health Secrets

Actress Julie Bowen shares her tried-and-true health and well-being tips with WebMD.

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Strawberries May Help Prevent Esophageal Cancer

Eating freeze-dried strawberries may help prevent esophageal cancer, according to new but preliminary research.

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Meditation May Reduce Pain

Even very brief instruction in meditation appears to help people cope with pain, and a newly published brain imaging study may explain why.

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Is Soy Safe to Eat After Breast Cancer?

A new study of more than 18,312 women shows that eating soy foods did not increase risk of breast cancer recurrence.

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Healthy Brunch Recipes and Foods

WebMD provides tips and recipes to help you create a delicious and healthy brunch menu.

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Weight Gain After Breast Cancer May Be Risky

Gaining large amounts of weight in the two years after a breast cancer diagnosis may increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer recurrence and death, a new study shows.

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New C. diff Drug OK’d by FDA Panel

An FDA advisory panel recommended approval of Optimer’s fidaxomicin, a desperately needed new treatment for the C. diff superbug. But the panel split over whether Optimer can say the drug prevents C. diff recurrence.

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