Food dyes used in everything from candy to lunch meat may contribute to worsening hyperactivity in some kids, researchers have told an FDA advisory panel.
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Two-thirds of Americans are getting enough vitamin D, according to a new analysis by researchers from the National Center for Health Statistics.
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Regular exercise plus diet may be more effective than either one alone at helping obese older adults improve physical function, a new study shows.
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Two highly anticipated hepatitis C drugs are poised to usher in a new era in the treatment of the viral disease as early as this summer, experts say.
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WebMD discusses 8 simple ways to lower you cancer risk, including specific diet and exercise tips.
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Pregnant women who take the popular painkiller acetaminophen (Acephen, Actamin, Feverall, Tylenol, Uniserts) may be boosting their baby’s risk of asthma, according to a new report.
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The FDA says pharmacies can continue to make inexpensive, generic Makena, a premature birth drug. The firm that won FDA approval of brand- name Makena planned to sell it for $1,500 a dose.
Continue reading …New research shows that a lack of sleep in childhood can contribute to obesity later on.
Continue reading …Why monitors — and heart rate recommendations — aren’t always the best gauge of how hard you should work out.
Continue reading …If you truly don’t want more children, this may be a good option, our women’s health expert says.
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