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Watch Your Strep With a Sore Throat
About 15 million people in the US see a doctor annually for a sore throat. Many are misdiagnosed with strep, and up to 70 percent are given antibiotics that will not fight a virus.
Better Booty Bumping with Arthritis
Living with arthritis can affect many aspects of your daily life - even your sex life. Both the physical and mental tolls of arthritis can make sex unappealing or just plain difficult.
FDA Approves Humira to Treat Ulcerative Colitis
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approved use of Humira ( adalimumab ) to include treatment of moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis in adults.
Medications for Mental Illness: a Risk Factor for Obesity?
What is the connection between mental illness, medication and being overweight? Science is uncovering evidence that managing a psychiatric condition with drugs may be a risk factor for obesity.
Is ADHD Putting Young Women in Danger?
Did you know that ADHD affects people past childhood? For young women, the disorder could be potentially harmful.
A Chat With The Makers Of New Colorectal Cancer Drug
People living with colorectal cancer that has spread to other areas of the body now have a new therapy option. Unlike so many late-stage cancer treatments, this isn’t an intravenous drug - rather, a tablet.
Heart and Diabetes Risks in Lupus
People with lupus are at risk of a variety of heart-related problems. So, researchers wanted to see what factors may lead to metabolic syndrome (a condition that boosts heart disease risk) in lupus patients.
Mom's Depression Impacts Others Too
Mothers of young children who are experiencing depression may feel too overwhelmed to seek help for their mental health. However, doing so could be good for their children too.
Pain is More Than Expensive
The U.S. economy feels the impact of lower worker production and higher healthcare costs due to chronic pain. What can be done to help patients feel better and get back to work?
Yogurt Linked to Lower Blood Pressure
Yogurt has long been favored as part of a healthy diet or in conjunction with weight loss plans. However, it may also offer a hidden benefit.