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Job Stress May Raise Women’s Heart Attack Risk

Stressed out on the job? Try to relax. Women who report having high levels of job stress appear to be at 90% increased risk of having a heart attack, compared with those who report less stress at work.

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Many Sleep-Deprived Americans Blame Stress

Millions of Americans say they’re not getting enough sleep and that the lack of shut-eye affects their personal relationships, job performance, and mental and physical health, according to a new study.

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Painkillers in Pregnancy Linked to Male Infertility

Common over-the-counter painkillers taken during pregnancy may be to blame for a global rise in male infertility.

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Teens With Low Self-Esteem Boost Image Online

When it comes to the Internet, teenage girls, particularly those with low self-esteem, don’t always present themselves honestly, a survey shows.

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Unsupervised Kids at Risk for Dog Bites

Pet dogs pose a major health risk for children, especially kids who aren’t being supervised as they touch or play with the dogs, a new study shows.

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Love Chocolate? So Does Your Heart

Good news for women who love chocolate — frequently eating chocolate was associated with a lower risk for atherosclerosis, as well as for hospitalization and premature death from heart disease or heart failure.

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Severe Acne Raises Suicide Risk, Study Finds

Anecdotal reports of suicides in patients taking Accutane for severe acne have long plagued the drug, but studies have failed to prove or disprove a link to suicidal behaviors.

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Sleep Dread: How to Handle the Fear of Sleep

Some people, especially those with insomnia, chronic nightmares, or sleep apnea, dread falling asleep. WebMD talks to experts about how to handle the fear of sleep.

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Sleep Dread: How to Handle the Fear of Sleep

Some people, especially those with insomnia, chronic nightmares, or sleep apnea, dread falling asleep. WebMD talks to experts about how to handle the fear of sleep.

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Common Surgery Complications: Pain, Infection, Blood Clots, and More

WebMD talks to experts about common surgery complications, including pain, infection, anesthesia effects, blood clots, and more.

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