Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Hormone Therapy: More Harm Than Good?

Using hormone therapy to prevent chronic health issues may do more harm than good
Wednesday, May 17, 2017       
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Hormone Therapy Not Advised for Preventing Disease After Menopause

Using hormone therapy to prevent chronic health issues, such as heart disease and bone loss, in postmenopausal women may do more harm than good, the U.S. Preventive...
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Sunscreen 101

Many people make mistakes when using sunscreen that could increase their risk of skin cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers set up free sunscreen dispensers at the...
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'Healthy Obese' May Be a Myth

The so-called 'healthy obese' don't get off scot-free. They still have a higher risk of heart disease than normal-weight people, a new British study finds. Folks dubbed healthy obese...
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Angela Bassett Puts the Spotlight on Heart Health

Actress Angela Bassett has graced film and TV screens with a wide range of award-winning performances for decades. But her latest role is that of spokeswoman, raising...
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Heart Attack Risk Spikes After Respiratory Infection, Study Finds

The risk of heart attack increases sharply after a respiratory infection, a new study finds. But the absolute risk that any one episode will cause a heart attack is low, the Australian...
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Smiling Adds Years, But Not in a Good Way, Study Finds

Want to look younger? Don't crack a smile, a new study suggests. Participants were shown pictures of people with smiling, neutral and surprised expressions. Compared to those...
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Health Tip: Protect Your Feet From Warts

Warts are small bumps, caused by a virus, that are highly contagious. The American Podiatric Medical Association suggests how to reduce your risk of developing warts on...
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