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Darvon, Darvocet Banned

The FDA today banned Darvon, Darvocet, and other pills containing propoxyphene — a safety-plagued opioiod painkiller from the 1950s. New proof of heart side effects finally doomed the drug.

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10 Flat Belly Tips: How to Beat Bloating

Beat belly bloating and help your abs look flatter with these tips from the experts.

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Turkey Cooking Questions: Defrosting, Cooking Time, Leaving Food Out, and More

WebMD has the facts about your Thanksgiving turkey, from how long to cook it to how long it can sit out. Get prepared for the holiday with our turkey-cooking tips.

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Cholera Victims Fill Gym in Haiti Amid Protests

Haitians angry over the cholera outbreak ignored pleas from health workers to stop violence that is disrupting treatment efforts in the capital. Meanwhile treatment centers across the country are filling up. (Nov. 19)

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E. coli Linked to Heart, Kidney Disease

Severe diarrhea may not be the only result of E. coli infection. The infection can damage blood vessels, leading to heart disease, kidney damage, and high blood pressure.

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Mental Illness Affects 1 in 5 Americans

Nearly one in five adult Americans has experienced mental illness in the past year, according to a new government survey, with women, the unemployed, and young adults more likely than others to be affected.

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Did Facebook Trigger an Asthma Attack?

Can Facebook actually trigger asthma attacks? A case study out of Italy suggests it’s possible.

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High-Intensity Workout Plans: Intervals, CrossFit, Rowing, Swimming, and More

If you want to blast calories, intensity is key. WebMD provides several workout plans to help get the maximum calorie burn during your training session.

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Teen Girls’ Guide to Teen Boys: Changes During Puberty

WebMD talks to teen girls about teen boys: when they start puberty, how they think, what changes to expect through high school, and more.

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Avoiding Airport Germs and Healthy Plane Travel Tips

Want to avoid catching something on the plane? WebMD shares tips for avoiding germs and bacteria in airports and on airplanes.

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