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Pregnant Women to Get Pertussis Vaccine

To stop a rise in infant deaths from whooping cough, the ACIP recommends the Tdap vaccine for pregnant women in their late second or third trimester.

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City Life Affects Brain’s Response to Stress

The brains of people who live in cities react more strongly to stress than those who live in small towns and rural areas, a new study shows.

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Depression and Risky Behavior

WebMD talks to experts about the links between depression and risky behavior.

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Are Flashy Spenders Looking for a Fling?

Flashy spending is one way that men signal they want to mate — but not that they want to mate for life, a study shows.

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Motivational Therapy Helps Treat Stroke Patients

People who suffer strokes and then meet with therapists within just a few weeks for motivational talk-based therapy may be less prone to depression and death than patients who receive standard care, a new study suggests.

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Can Krispy Kreme Go Healthy? Chain to Add Nutritious Items to Menu

Mmm, oatmeal. You’ll never hear those words come out of Homer Simpson’s mouth, but that’s what Krispy Kreme wants you to think about now when you go to one of its stores. The inventors of the Original Glazed doughnut (which dates back to 1937) are adding healthier menu options in an attempt to boost sales.  For instance,

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Biologics and RA: Risks and Rewards

Learn how biologics work to suppress an overactive immune system, and the benefits and side effects of using a biologic to treat your RA.

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Treating RA: Choosing The Right Biologic for You

Several biologics drugs are available to treat rheumatoid arthritis. This article explains the differences and what to ask your doctor about your RA treatment.

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Admission to Substance Abuse Rehab on the Rise

Admissions to treatment programs among people ages 12 and over for alcohol, marijuana, and opiate problems have risen significantly in recent years, according to a new federal report.

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Protein Levels in Spinal Fluid May Spot Alzheimer’s

A protein expressed early in the formation of the plaques found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients could prove to be a useful biomarker for determining which people with mild memory problems will develop the disease.

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