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Exercise can help reduce many autistic behaviors, improve coordination, and reduce stress and anxiety.
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Published: Apr 16, 2008
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Sensational headlines but really a very ordinary story.
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Published: Apr 11, 2008
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A few haiku to remind us of spring and new beginnings...
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Published: Apr 07, 2008
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We each have a unique mind/body makeup; an inherited combination of mind/body principles that form our unique mental and physical characteristics.
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Published: Apr 07, 2008
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Kissing is good for us! Besides making us feel good, kissing triggers a whole spectrum of physiological processes in our bodies.
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Published: Mar 18, 2008
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Twins, Triplets, Quads, Quints, Septuplets, Octuplets, Identicals, Fraternals DNA, Zygotes, Splitting Eggs and Dividing Cells! WHEW! Here's some unusual and hopefully interesting facts about multipl...
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Published: Mar 11, 2008
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Failed Abortion Stories. The article is neither pro-choice nor pro-life. It is just an article about something I read and found interesting.
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Published: Mar 11, 2008
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Some thoughts and a little poem about my mother and how things change as we age. . .
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Published: Mar 10, 2008
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In 1889 the Marufuku Company of Japan began manufacturing Western Playing cards. Today that company has been renamed and is the all-time leader of video game systems--NINTENDO!
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Published: Mar 10, 2008
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Review of the little hand held device that files and removes calluses: The Ped Egg.
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Published: Jan 10, 2008
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Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is an extremely rare genetic skin condition that causes the skin to be so fragile that just the slightest touch can tear and cause trauma to the skin causing burn-like les...
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Published: Jan 10, 2008
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An original poem by Doreen Bradley Satter.
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Published: Jan 06, 2008
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Original Haiku by Doreen Bradley Satter
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Published: Jan 05, 2008
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Some simple rules of Haiku and examples of my work along with an introduction to 'Alphabet Haiku'.
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Published: Jan 05, 2008
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Jenkem is a drug made from human waste, feces and urine, and it is causing quite a stink. It's hard to know if it's just a hoax but I think it's just a matter of time before young people are using th...
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Published: Dec 05, 2007
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Most babies are in a head-down or vertex position just before birth making a vaginal birth usually safe and possible. Sometimes the baby will be in position with the buttocks or feet first in the moth...
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Published: Nov 23, 2007
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If you are a parent of a newborn baby, physicians are recommending that you get a whooping cough booster. Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough has more than tripled in the US between the years ...
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Published: Nov 20, 2007
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Pregnancy myths have been around for a long time. Many pregnancy myths have arisen regarding the unique challenges of pregnancy. Here are a few that can now be safely ignored.
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Published: Nov 19, 2007
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Pseudopregnancy also known by the terms grosses nerveuse, false pregnancy, feigned pregnancy, imaginary pregnancy, hysterical pregnancy, phantom pregnancy, pseudocyesis and spurious pregnancy is an un...
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Published: Nov 13, 2007
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During the Fall of 2007 MRSA infection is reaching epidemic proportions. As many as one third of all people have staphylococcus aureus bacteria on the skin and in the nose.
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Published: Nov 09, 2007
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Obesity is a serious medical problem in dogs. As Americans grow fat, so do their pets. We feed our pets too much. We give them too many treats and table scraps.
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Published: Jul 18, 2007
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Back pain is the second leading medical complaint in the U.S. It is estimated there is a 95% chance an individual will have back pain sometime in his or her life. The back wears out as a result of the...
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Published: May 25, 2007
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There is no need to face a future with wobbly, ill-fitting dentures or loose bridgework. Now there is a new solution to replace missing teeth: dental implants.
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Published: May 18, 2007
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"A statistically significant connection" was found between thimerosal and tics, verbal delays and ADHD/ADD and autism.
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Published: May 08, 2007
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This is a true story that happened to my children and I many years ago. Can you explain it?
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Published: May 04, 2007
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Alzheimer's disease is very common. Scientists estimate that as many as 4.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease.
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Published: May 04, 2007
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There have been many documented studies on the health benefits of having a pet. Most studies have focused on dogs and cats, but other species provide much comfort too. There is a proven link between p...
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Published: Apr 12, 2007
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Parasomnia means 'around sleep' and parasomnias are a group of unwanted, episodic physical phenomena that happen during different stages of sleep or are exaggerated by sleep.
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Published: Apr 04, 2007
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If you are looking for a new hobby, perhaps oil painting is for you. There are many pluses involved, including hours of pleasure and perhaps some beautiful new pictures to hang in your home.
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Published: Mar 23, 2007
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During the long, dreary, winter months it is fun to dream about creating a new spring garden. To recreate a garden of your memories, begin by revisiting, in your mind, each section of the garden and ...
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Published: Mar 23, 2007
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Binge Eating Disorder and Binge-Purge Syndrome (bulimia nervosa are not the same thing. Binge eating disorder is probably the most common eating disorder affecting about 2% of all adults. Children a...
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Published: Mar 23, 2007
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The gerbera daisy was first brought to this country in the 1920's, and it has proven to be the perfect flower for all seasons.
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Published: Mar 23, 2007
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An interesting phenomenon that happens much more frequently than most people realize is the Vanishing Twin Syndrome. Some researchers believe this phenomenon many occur in as many as 1 in 8 pregnancie...
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Published: Mar 21, 2007
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This is my true story for the "My Biggest Secret" contest. This is BAD, really B-A-D! PROMISE me you won't tell a soul about this...
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Published: Mar 19, 2007
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A review of the Harris Ranch Inn and Restaurant, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco on Interstate 5 in Coalinga, California.
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Published: Mar 15, 2007
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Cracked heels are a very common foot problem. They are called heel fissures and are caused by dry skin. The thick skin or callus around the rim of the heel makes the problem worse, but with this simpl...
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Published: Mar 15, 2007
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Ants are among the smartest and most prevalent insects on Earth. A new, safer product will help you control ants in your home.
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Published: Mar 14, 2007
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Prayer is a controversial topic. I am writing this entirely from my personal perspective and these suggestions can be modified in any way to suit individual needs.
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Published: Mar 08, 2007
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one-fourth of all Americans are afraid of having dental procedures done. Some new innovations and technology may make you forget your dental phobia.
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Published: Mar 02, 2007
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A 'How To' Tutorial for setting up a basic watercolor painting set. For the beginning watercolor artist, having the right materials at your disposal can make painting a real pleasure.
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Published: Mar 01, 2007
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If your Yorkie is a 'show dog' you will have to resign yourself to a rigorous grooming schedule for the entire time you will be showing your dog. If your Yorkie is a family pet, you will probably be m...
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Published: Mar 01, 2007
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A clothes closet can be one of the scariest places in the home. Here is a quick 'How To tutorial' to help you get and stay organized.
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Published: Feb 28, 2007
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Preserving meat has been happening since ancient times. Corning is a technique for preserving raw meats for long periods by soaking in salt brine, and was used before the days of commercial refrigerat...
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Published: Feb 23, 2007
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Pregnant mothers who consume less than 12 ounces (340 grams) per week of seafood are at increased risk of their children being in the lowest quartile of verbal I.Q. compared with the children whose mo...
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Published: Feb 22, 2007
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Ventriloquism is a practiced skill that is achieved by throwing one's voice. The voice appears to be actually coming from a dummy, sitting on the ventriloquist's lap. There is no sign that the ventril...
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Published: Feb 20, 2007
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Anna Nicole Smith was famous for being famous. Her Marilyn Monroe looks, her exaggerated curves, her little-girl voice, her dumb blond persona mimicked her childhood idol. Both their lives were surrou...
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Published: Feb 20, 2007
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There's a crisis in California, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Florida and Georgia--A honeybee crisis called Colony Collapse Disorder. The honeybees are disappearing!
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Published: Feb 20, 2007
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We have about 5 million hairs on our body. Many post-menopausal women will swear that half of them have sprouted on their faces! These unwanted hairs are just one more curse we baby boomers face as ...
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Published: Feb 19, 2007
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Many scientific tests have proven that mental exercises can boost brain function. Older people who do things to keep their wits sharp are less forgetful and experience fewer 'senior moments'.
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Published: Feb 19, 2007
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Aquatic Glassel is a product that will turn your existing fireplace or outdoor fire pit into a stunning show piece without soot, ash, smoke, odor or pollutants.
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Published: Feb 18, 2007
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Many times, gays and lesbians visiting and vacationing away from home do not find it to be always an easy and comfortable occasion. Many towns, cities and areas of the U.S. are not 'gay-friendly' and ...
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Published: Feb 13, 2007
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Reverse sneezing and collapsing trachea are seen frequently in small breed dogs. While alarming, reverse sneezing is not a health problem and is a common occurrence in small breed dogs. Collapsing tr...
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Published: Feb 09, 2007
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Costello syndrome is a rare genetic disorder. Distinctive facial features and extra skin are some of the characteristics.
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Published: Feb 09, 2007
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Doctors are offering a new alternative to hip replacement for baby boomers. Now there is no longer the need to wait until your 60's for a hip fix. The alternative? hip resurfacing.
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Published: Feb 06, 2007
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McCune-Albright Syndrome is a genetic condition. It is unique among all genetic diseases as it is the only genetic disease that is never inherited.
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Published: Feb 03, 2007
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Sleepsex is not necessarily always problematic. Many people report that they happily incorporate it into their normal sex lives and believe it happens because of sex appeal and say it is an extreme tu...
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Published: Jan 31, 2007
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The fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a razzle-dazzle, song and dance, vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the 1930's and 1940's. The performers range in age from 59 to 83!
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Published: Jan 31, 2007
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This syndrome affects only males and is caused by the wrong number of chromosomes upsetting the natural balance of the body. This upset leads to a feminine body build (including breasts), underdevelop...
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Published: Jan 31, 2007
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Triple X syndrome is not inherited, but usually occurs as a random event during the formation of the reproductive cells. Triple-X syndrome is also known as Triplo X syndrome, Trisomy X, 47,XXX and XXX...
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Published: Jan 30, 2007
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Rett Syndrome is a childhood neurodevelopment disorder. This is condition that almost exclusively occurs in females. It happens about once in every 10,000-15,000 live female births, and it is seen in ...
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Published: Jan 30, 2007
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Known as the 8th Wonder of the World, Palm Spring's Aerial Tramway rises over two and one half miles to a scenic wonderland in Mt. St. Jacinto State Park.
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Published: Jan 30, 2007
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A new, more potent version of the 'chicken pox vaccine' is now available for people over the age of 60 who are at the greatest risk of developing shingles and the persistent, long-term nerve pain call...
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Published: Jan 25, 2007
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Bowel compactions and bowel obstructions are painful, dangerous conditions.
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Published: Jan 25, 2007
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Normal puberty begins between the ages 8 and 13 in girls and 10 and 15 in boys. It can be a bit later or a bit earlier that this, but when it happens very early, sometimes beginning as early as SIX MO...
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Published: Jan 22, 2007
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Remembering old saying from childhood is fun and kind of comforting. Can you remember things your parents, grandparents or other relatives used to say?
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Published: Jan 20, 2007
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Phantom limb pain as first documented by a French military surgeon in the mid 1500's. Patients complain of severe pain in the missing limb following an amputation.
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Published: Jan 18, 2007
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About 20% of the world's population suffers from chronic pain. Chronic pain is when the pain signals keep firing in the nervous system for weeks, months and even years.
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Published: Jan 17, 2007
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There can be more than 100 different types of parasite worms living in human bodies! A tape worm can be as long as 35 feet at maturity and live for up to 10 years!
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Published: Jan 17, 2007
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A hydrocele is a collection of watery fluid around the testicle and causes a painless, enlarged scrotum. A pediatric inguinal hernia is a protrusion of an organ, usually the intestine, into the groin....
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Published: Jan 17, 2007
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It has been long thought that the condition associated with vampire legends is porphyria. A vampire's characteristics are similar to those of porphyrics and this might have been the misconception in ...
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Published: Jan 13, 2007
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New Research studies use genetic clues to help predict survival rates in lung cancer,to predict longevity and cognitive function in the aging population, and in helping predict persons at risk for sub...
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Published: Jan 11, 2007
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Research finds that chocolate can make women sexier and when eaten during pregnancy, makes babies happier and more secure.
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Published: Jan 10, 2007
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The foot is a highly mechanical apparatus made of many bones, tendons, ligaments and other coordinated structures. Several common foot conditions--deformities of the toes--can cause pain and loss of t...
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Published: Jan 09, 2007
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Never in the history of the world have we witnessed a more horrendous devastation from a disease that we have only known for 26 years and have done so little to control.
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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Squirt boating is a subcategory of whitewater kayaking. The boat is designed to be as low in volume as possible and still be able to float. 80%-90% of the boat sits underwater.
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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The drug Salsalate has been around since the 1800's. Many physicians have called Salsalate, a 'miracle drug' and say that if it had been discovered in recent times, it would only be available by presc...
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Published: Jan 03, 2007
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OHSU's $57 million Aerial Tram is the first of its kind in the world.
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Published: Jan 02, 2007
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Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the most toxic substance you'll come into contact with in your daily life at home, at work, in the car, RV or boat.
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Published: Jan 02, 2007
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Senseless Tasing and killings in Portland, Oregon
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Published: Dec 29, 2006
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This is a huge name for a tiny bacteria that causes horrendous damage and even death.
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Published: Dec 29, 2006
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This is a condition that develops after a weekend or holiday drinking binge or in people who do not drink much during the year and suddenly have a number of drinks in quick succession during a party o...
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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This is a very real and frightening sleep disorder that children experience.
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Many think that hydrogen peroxide is one of the greatest healing miracles of all time.
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Published: Dec 28, 2006
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Baby Bottle Syndrome is the rapid decay of baby teeth in infants and children from frequent, long exposure to liquids containing sugars.
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Published: Dec 23, 2006
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Today, tooth decay has become less of a problem for children. During the last twenty years, tooth decay (cavities) has dropped by 50%.
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Published: Dec 22, 2006
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Rhode Island is positioned in a perfect location along the northeast corner of the United States. Sandwiched between Boston and New York State, beautiful Rhode Island sits amid the largest concentrati...
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Published: Dec 22, 2006
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This year, 6.2 million Americans over the age of 60 have decided to downsize.
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Published: Dec 20, 2006
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Over-view of Batten Disease, a rare and fatal neurodegenerative disorder and the role OHSU in Portland, Oregon is playing with experimental stem cell transplants.
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Published: Dec 20, 2006
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Other than the common cold, an ear infection is the most diagnosed childhood illness in the United States. One third of all children have at least one ear infection by the time they reach age 3.
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Published: Dec 19, 2006
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Finland is one of the world's best kept secrets. It is truly a beautiful country with very proud people who have a great love for their country, nature and the environment.
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Published: Dec 16, 2006
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A UTI of the bladder (bladder infection) is probably the most common UTI. it is painful and annoying and it can lead to serious consequences if the infection spreads to the kidneys.
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Published: Dec 16, 2006
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An ostomy is a surgical opening that is created on the abdominal wall for waste products to move out of the body.
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Published: Dec 13, 2006
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Bridgeport Village is a dining and entertainment experience unlike any other in the Pacific Northwest.
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Published: Dec 12, 2006
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A bone spur or ostophyte is a bony projection that forms along joints. A bone spur can cause extreme pain in the knee, elbow, hip, shoulder, spine, nose, mouth, heel, fingers, toes, or neck.
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Published: Dec 12, 2006
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Osgood Slaughter Disease is an inflammation of the patellar tendon where the knee meets the top of the tibia (shinbone). The condition is caused by stress on the tendon that attaches the muscle at the...
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Published: Dec 12, 2006
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A study done in Denmark on cell phones raising cancer risks was released yesterday. The entire country of Denmark was involved with more than 400,000 Danish cellular telephone users
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Published: Dec 12, 2006
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder is a true mental diagnosis for people who need admiration, lack empathy and have a grandiose sense of their self-importance.
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Published: Dec 12, 2006
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There is nothing more embarrassing than a bad case of nail fungus. Nail fungus is rarely disabling or really even painful but it is a nuisance.
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Published: Dec 07, 2006
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A teratoma is a type of rare congenital tumor. It is seen predominantly in girls with a ratio of four females to one male. It is the most common tumor of the newborn with an incidence of 1 in 40,000 l...
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Published: Dec 07, 2006
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Gastroschsis is a defect or hole in the abdominal wall that lets the abdominal contents protrude outside the body.
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Published: Dec 07, 2006
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Wilms' tumor is a cancer of the kidney that affects children almost exclusively. It's the most common malignant tumor of the kidney in children and it usually occurs about the age of 2 or 3.
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Published: Dec 06, 2006
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The first generation to be raised on rock-n-roll is experiencing more hearing loss than any other generation.
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Published: Dec 06, 2006
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Tics are muscle movements that occur repeatedly in brief, sudden uncontrollable spasms, they often involve muscles of the face and eyes.
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Published: Dec 06, 2006
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Bell's Palsy affects approximately 40,000 American's a year. Usually the paralysis is only one-sided, but it isn't uncommon to have both sides affected. .
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Published: Dec 06, 2006
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The term vocal cord growth or lesion refers to a group of non-cancerous (benign), abnormal growths in or along the covering of the vocal cord.
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Published: Dec 06, 2006
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Reye's s syndrome is sudden (acute) brain damage (encephalopathy) and liver function problems of unknown causes. Reye's syndrome is a rare and life-threatening condition
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Published: Dec 05, 2006
