Tuesday, June 14, 2016

WHO: "Low risk" of Zika spreading from Rio Olympics

World Health Organization officials seek to allay fears as more than a million people prepare to descend on Brazil

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Breastfeeding a Boon to Preemies' Hearts: Study

Improvements seen in function and size 20 years later



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OCR issues warning on third-party apps

The U.S. Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights has issued a warning on the risks of using third-party application software by entities covered by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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Dentists: Be wary of phishing scams

The State Bar of Michigan emailed its members June 9, warning lawyers of a new phishing attack targeting bar associations around the country.

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Diabetes Drug Victoza May Help the Heart: Study

Daily, injected medication shows 'encouraging' results in international trial



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Mayo Clinic Minute: Look Closely at Meat Labels



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The way spouses fight may hold clues to future health

Angry outbursts or emotional withdrawal? How couples deal with conflict may have a lasting impact

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What long-term marijuana use may do to your brain

Study suggests that brain changes related to heavy marijuana use could be a precursor to addiction

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5 Diet Drugs: Which Ones Work?

Side effects are one consideration, study says



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Opioids Raise Deadly Heart Risks for Some

Much of the risk for early death was related to cardiovascular complications, not overdoses



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Kellogg Snack Products Recalled

Kellogg Snack Products Recalled



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OMS : Stock de vaccins contre la fièvre jaune - Questions et réponses



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This man lived 555 days without a heart

As he awaited a heart transplant, Stan Larkin survived for a year and a half on a special artificial heart device he carried around in a backpack

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Leftover painkillers get shared, raising risk

Two studies shed light on the over-prescription of opioid painkillers and how some Americans gain access to the drugs

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Could eating more of this help you live longer?

People who ate three or more servings a day had a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, researchers say

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Sales of Zecurity Migraine Skin Patches Halted

Sales of Zecurity Migraine Skin Patches Halted



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ADHD Drug Holidays: Should Your Kid Take One?

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WebMD talks to experts about the pros and cons of giving kids a "drug holiday" from ADHD medication.



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15 Minutes of Exercise May Boost Life Span

Study finds even modest daily workouts make a difference for older adults



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Advocacy and third party issues webinar

Learn what the ADA is doing to help dentists navigate dental benefit plans in an upcoming webinar.

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USDA Honors Wells Fargo as “Champion of Rural Housing”

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2016 – USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Lisa Mensah today presented Wells Fargo with a Champion of Rural Housing award as part of USDA’s observance of National Homeownership Month.

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Obama's 3-Pronged Effort to Speed Organ Transplant

Reduce waitlist, increase donors and advance research are priorities



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Spikes in Blood Pressure Don't Always Need ER Care

Most cases of 'hypertensive urgency' can be treated safely in doctor's office, large study finds



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WHO: Yellow fever vaccines global stockpile - Questions and answers (Q&A)



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Could More Whole Grains Help You Live Longer?

Three servings a day lessens risk of dying from heart disease and cancer, study suggests



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Heart disease in women: Understand symptoms and risk factors

All women face the threat of heart disease. Find out how symptoms, risk factors and prevention can be unique for women.



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Angiotensin II receptor blockers

Angiotensin II receptor blockers, sometimes called angiotensin II inhibitors, treat a variety of conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart failure and scleroderma.

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