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PSA Test: More Harm Than Good?

August 31st, 2009 Comments off

Study: The PSA prostate screening test does more harm than good for the “vast majority” of men. For each death averted, 50 men may suffer needless treatment.

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Statins May Perform Better as a Solo Act

August 31st, 2009 1 comment

Statins may do their best work at lowering cholesterol levels alone, according to a new review of research on the popular drugs.

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Mediterranean Diet Helps Control Diabetes

August 31st, 2009 Comments off

Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may help people with type 2 diabetes keep their disease under control without drugs better than following a typical low-fat diet.

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A Few Whiffs of Smoke May Harm Your Heart

August 31st, 2009 Comments off

Exposure to even a small amount of smoke – whether it’s from your own cigarette or someone else’s — greatly increases your risk of dying from heart disease.

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A Few Whiffs of Smoke May Harm Your Heart