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Freelance writer bringing the latest in health and medical news. Satiating my interests by dabbling from time to time in other areas such as current news, poetry, and technology. Education/Experience: Formally, BS Biology; What's proving to be the real education...Life Interests: Health writing, poetry, scrapbooking, yoga and pilates Motto: Why repeat history when you can make your own? Affiliations: Check Free2Cr8 on MySpace, My Helium articles (JL Francis), My Eyes, My World URL |
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Bristol Palin's life became an open book - from talks of a pregnancy scandal cover-up to setting the record straight with her "real" pregnancy, it has surely been a busy Labor Day weekend for the Pal...
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A company becomes a successful brand when it produces marketable products. And what keeps them afloat is having a steady stream of salable ideas. Here's a glimpse into how some popular brands made b...
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Dr. Franks's infomercial and website make amazing claims about simple and immediate results to solve your pet's joint pain. Some buyers say it doesn't work, so Dr. Frank's may actually leave you and ...
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Scorpion venom kills its prey with toxins that target brain cells. The scorpion's venom, without the poisonous part, may help doctors identify brain tumors more clearly. Read more about this research...
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Red tides in the Atlantic Ocean have resulted in a FDA warning against the consumption of Maine Lobsters. The tides contain excessive amounts of algal toxins that cause Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning.
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During an event in June, Apple's CEO Steve Jobs caused just about as much of a stir as did the iPhone when he appeared on stage looking haggard and thin. Soon rumors of cancer recurrence spread like ...
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Apple sold one million phones during the first three days of its launch. Many purchasers were left without phone access on Friday when server glitches made it impossible to activate the iPhone. Even...
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Watch ER and you'll see doctors doing their best to save the lives of patients. Switch to the news for a disturbing dose of reality as another patient dies in the emergency room. And the cause of de...
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Allergy sufferers may not have to worry about their wheezing, nasal congestion and itchy, watery eyes. Scientist David Pritchard's research demonstrates that a curative therapy lies in the soil of th...
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During a Good Morning America exclusive interview one of the Gloucester pregnant teens speaks up about the pact.
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Ever hear of a law ordering people to trim down if their waistline doesn't meet the status quo? Well, the Japanese have. Two months ago a national law was passed requiring people to get their waistl...
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Triple negative breast cancer is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that doesn't respond well to hormone therapy. Read more to find out why and to learn more about this uncommon form of breast cance...
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A new study shows that when doctors speak candidly to their patients about death they are less likely to spend their final moments hooked up to machines in the hospital. Read more to find out why doct...
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Early screening for breast cancer through mammograms help to keep mortality rates down. However, tumors are missed even with the current technology. Find out more about a new approach to mammography...
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Feeling like your dreams are out of reach. Read Snatched for a dose of inspiration and continue to dream big.
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When you think of foods rich in antioxidants I'm sure you can come up with many fruits and vegetables. But, cinnamon? Spices are an easy way to add antioxidants into your diet. Learn more about the...
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Medical robots are the growing wave of surgical medicine. With more and more robots assisting doctors in surgical procedures the outcomes have been precision, less time spent in the OR and faster pat...
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Americas Watchdog and US Drug Watchdog are investigating Vioxx and Trasylol use when less riskier and inexpensive alternative drugs were available.
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Epilepsy is a seizure disorder that can be controlled by anticonvulsants. But, when the patient is unresponsive or can not tolerate drug treatments there is still hope. A recent study shows that a h...
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For some using a sick day may be a way to play hooky from work. However, for others it's more about getting sick from work rather than being sick of it. 10% of asthma cases are due to the workplace....
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Fruits contain the right mix of "good stuff" for your health. There are also some super fruits that may not be your first pick at the produce section. However, these exotic fruits usually contain hi...
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Besides making calls cell phones can also be used for texting, emailing, taking pictures and accessing the Internet. Now the world may soon add medical imaging to the vast uses of cell phones.
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Loss of vision, glare, painful dry eye, and night vision are some of the problems post-op patients who underwent Lasik surgery experienced. Read the latest about Lasik and find out more about alterna...
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The FDA approved a new drug to help Crohn's disease patients get relief from their symptoms. Find out more about the disease and how this drug works.
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While being sun-kissed at the beach this summer you aren't stressed about the rays because you've protected your skin with SPF. But wait! What about your lips? Learn how and why you need to protect...
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Boost your cooking oil knowledge and you'll make better choices when you're grocery shopping. Cooking with unsaturated fats, especially oils rich in omega-3 fatty acids will improve your well-being b...
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Just imagine being able to diagnose yourself from the comfort of your home. Well, it's possible. Millions of home health kits are bought each year. However, these kits should only be used to monito...
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Kinoki foot pads claim to drain toxins from your body using ancient Japanese reflexology. But, when 20/20 puts the product to the test it appears that it has fallen short of ridding the body of toxin...
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Johns Hopkins Hospital cures Baltimore woman from sickle cell disease with bone marrow transplant procedure.
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Studies show that excessive alcohol and smoking may accelerate the development for Alzheimer's disease.
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Red foods have amazing health benefits. Learn about what's to gain by adding some red fruits and vegetables to your diet.
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Cyberkinetics Neurotechnology Systems latest development, BrainGate is a promising device that helps severely paralyzed patients to interact with the world around them. The technology behind BrainGat...
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A report released by the National Toxicology Program has found some basis to be concerned about the safety of Bisphenol A. Find out what Congress and the FDA have to say about it. Read more.
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An experimental drug, GDC-0449 has been shown to shrink tumors in patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma. The study is promising for this patient population and the developers of the drug are pl...
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You're at a social function and the topic is cancer. That's right up your alley so you give your two cents. There's an awkward silence. Do you have food stuck between your teeth? No, the tension i...
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The noise is loud and interrupts your thoughts. No, the neighbors aren't throwing a party that you haven't been invited to and that persistent sound you keep hearing is tinnitus. Read more to learn a...
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As a Brooklyn native, I've heard some negative beliefs about my borough while traveling. Most notably, I remember being asked if I owned a gun when I was in England. Like most places there is good a...
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Billions of dollars are being held by state agencies. Who does this money belong to? Millions of people across the country that have unclaimed money or property. Check with your state comptroller's...
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Thomas Beatie and his wife Nancy appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show for an exclusive interview.
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April 1st is full of jokes and hoaxes. Hoax or not the pregnancy of Thomas Beatie, a transgender man, captivated the world's curiosity and has us buzzing with questions. Catch the exclusive intervie...
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Exchanging marital vows may offer more than spending a lifetime with the "one" you've decided to love and honor. Your bar hopping days may be over but a jolt of better health is just beginning. Stud...
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Close to 1000 cases of Aunt Jemima were found to have Salmonella. Read more to find out which boxes were contaminated.
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A Long Island pizzeria worker is found to have typhoid fever. NYC health officials notified the Nassau County Department of Health. Patrons of the Italian pizzeria chain are advised to keep an eye o...
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Honduran cantaloupes are responsible for the recent Salmonella outbreak in 16 states.
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Are you or someone you know currently taking Spiriva? Well, you may want to discuss the FDA's latest news regarding Spiriva and its possible link to stroke with your doctor.
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Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week is almost over but, our efforts to help the cause need to continue. Read more to learn about the disease and what you can do to help.
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Airborne settles with unsatisfied consumers for 23 million dollars. If you've purchased this product and saw no results some money is coming your way. Read more and find out how to claim your refund...
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Have you been having "Smackdown" matches with your bed? If you're not getting enough sleep at night and you're a woman you may want to increase your shut eye. Recent findings show that women face mo...
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Brain Awareness week is from March 10th through the 16th. Read more to learn about your brain, advances in the field and spread the truth regarding how much of our brain we really use.
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Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatments available for depression.
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Tuesday, February 26, Yao Ming was reported to be out for the remainder of the season due to a stress fracture in his left foot. Read on to understand what this means for the NBA All Star and others ...
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A Western-pattern of eating has been associated with growing health problems in the United States. Read about recent findings from studies and how to take measures toward a healthier diet.
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It's Valentine's Day and whether you're in a relationship or living the single life you'll plan on having a great time. But, while you're out enjoying yourself consider a few of the creative ideas in...
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Surprisingly, research reveals that vitamins may not always be good for your health. Recent studies have shown that taking vitamins can be problematic for cancer patients. In the US, over 10 million...
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CT angiography is a medical procedure that gets into your "business." The business of your health, that is, while being minimally invasive. It is a quick and safe process that provides your doctor w...
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A look at the American Heart Association's updated guidelines on the approach and management of cardiovascular disease in women.
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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare yet devastating disease. In PKU, phenylalanine builds up in the body because of an enzyme deficiency resulting in neurological complications. The FDA has approved the...
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The hemoglobin C trait in red blood cells is abnormal. Fortunately, most people only have minor symptoms and go on to live normal lives. Problems ensue if both parents carry abnormal hemoglobin type...
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Clostridium sordellii is a rare bacterium that has been associated with the development of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) in obstetrics.
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NYC takes action by educating residents about the rising bedbug issue through a series of seminars.
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Sutent was approved on January 26, 2006 for the treatment of rare gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) and renal cell carcinomas (RCC).
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According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the cause of approximately 40% of all deaths in the United States. So, how can you avoid becoming a part of this statistic?...
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In Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, individuals have an abnormal connection known as the accessory pathway or the bundle of Kent. The bundle is a result of incorrect signals during fetal heart develop...
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