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People who sleep longer twice as likely to develop dementia
Date: Feb-23-2017New research finds people who consistently sleep more than 9 hours per night are at a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Skin health: Friendly bacteria keep harmful Staph in check
Date: Feb-23-2017The mix of bacteria on our skin influences its health. Now, scientists show how harmful Staphylococcus aureus is kept in check by skin-friendly cousins.
Sexual side effects of antidepressants: Symptoms and treatment
Date: Feb-23-2017How do antidepressants cause sexual side effects and what are the side effects in men and women? Which antidepressants cause fewer sexual side effects?
Eating fruits and vegetables reduces lung disease risk
Date: Feb-23-2017Evidence is steadily mounting that diet can influence lung health. The latest study demonstrates a link between eating fruit and veg and reduced COPD risk.
Periodontitis may be an early sign of type 2 diabetes
Date: Feb-23-2017New research suggests people with severe gum disease - also known as periodontitis - may have undiagnosed diabetes and prediabetes.
Schirmer's test: What to expect with the dry eye test
Date: Feb-23-2017What is the Schirmer's test, why is the test used, and who should have a Schirmer's test? What should be expected and what do the results mean?
Genital herpes in pregnancy may raise autism risk for offspring
Date: Feb-22-2017Researchers suggest that mothers with a greater immune response to herpes simplex virus 2 in pregnancy may be more likely to have children with autism.
Preeclampsia raises risk of heart disease, heart failure
Date: Feb-22-2017A new meta-analysis shows women who had preeclampsia during pregnancy find themselves at a significantly higher risk of heart disease later in life.
Life expectancy set to rise in industrialized countries
Date: Feb-22-2017Scientists predict that life expectancy is likely to continue rising in developed nations, potentially exceeding 90 years for women in South Korea by 2030.
HIV rash: What does it look like and how long does it last?
Date: Feb-22-2017Rashes are one of the earliest symptoms of an HIV infection. Learn about the types of rash that can occur, their duration, and treatment options.
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