Thursday, July 13, 2017

Taking the Stairs May Get Easier

Researchers say they've developed stairs that could be of help to seniors and disabled people
Thursday, July 13, 2017       
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Taking the Stairs May Soon Get Easier

Does a long staircase leave you weak? Take heart -- researchers say they've developed stairs that 'recycle' a person's energy, which could be of help to seniors and disabled...
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CT Scans Might Help Gauge Heart Attack Risk

A new CT scan analysis may allow doctors to identify blood vessel inflammation before heart problems actually crop up, researchers report. Detecting inflammation before...
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Better Diet, Longer Life?

Middle-aged and older adults who start eating better also tend to live longer, a large new study shows. The findings, reported in the July 13 issue of the New England Journal...
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Most Medicaid Recipients Happy With Their Health Care: Survey

As Senate Republicans look to slash Medicaid spending over the next decade, a new national survey illustrates just how popular the government health insurance program is...
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Reset Your Taste Buds for Less Sugar

Did you know that flavored yogurt in the United States has a lot more sugar than it does in other countries? That's because our national sweet tooth is out of control. And the more...
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FDA Approves New Drug for Sickle Cell Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first new drug for sickle cell disease in nearly two decades. Endari (L-glutamine oral powder) helps reduce severe...
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