Mass. Blocks Higher Insurance Charges For Most Smokers
Youve heard all the campaigns and statistics: Smoking Kills. Its the leading cause of preventable death in the U.S.
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Brain Game: Dear Neighbor
Our neighbor to the southwest has yet to pull out the mower recently, so here's hoping that the gentle telepathic message delivered in today's mentalfloss.com Brain Game Wednesday Wordplay...
Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study
TUESDAY, May 21 (HealthDay News) Use of the antidepressant Lexapro appears to help prevent a potentially serious stress-related heart condition, a new study finds.
16 Simple Concepts Made Simpler on Simple Wikipedia
Simple English Wikipedia was launched in 2003 as a resource for "people with different needs, such as students, children, adults with learning difficulties and people who are trying to learn...
RAND: As hospital gatekeepers, ER docs play a critical role in controlling healthcare costs
Insightful new healthcare research from the RAND Corp. emphasizes the growing influence on healthcare spending based on decisions made by the 4 percent of U.S. physicians who work in emergency rooms.
Top stories in health and medicine, May 22, 2013
1. Asthma Tied to Sleep Apnea . Patients with asthma were also more likely to develop obstructive sleep apnea.
Busy Parents' Plan for Losing Weight
Losing weight when you're a parent can be a challenge. But it doesn't have to be overwhelming. With a little planning and these tips, you may find it easier than you think.
5 Simple Words that Could Ruin Your Relationship
Words are powerful. They can cut you, heal you, inspire you, and stop you from certain actions. Learning the language ofa strong, healthy relationship or marriagetakes time and diligence, but...
California UC Hospital 2 Day Strike Begins on Tuesday-Contract Pension and Patient Safety Issues
Elective surgeries have been cancelled at the facilities and UCLA has hired additional replacements for the duration of the strike. Thus far the union has refused to accept a new pension plan. The...
