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Breaking News: Plastic Surgery: Is Striving for Perfection Worth It?
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Boothwyn :: PA :: USA | updated Thu Dec 03 10:45:13 -0800 2009 | health-news

You notice a small wrinkle by your eye, a sign of age;or your breasts are too small and you can't wait til they grow;or you're not happy with any part of your body and you want Heidi Klum's body. All...
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Tue Dec 01 14:04:58 -0800 2009 | health-news

Iowa-It's a subject many people avoid.The suicide rate has increased 14% in just one year in Iowa. Professionals say it's a topic that needs more attention. In 2008, Iowa's suicide rate increased dramatically.376 Iowans killed themselfs last year.That's up 14%...
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Tue Nov 24 08:08:52 -0800 2009 | health-news

( Home Remedies) 1)Urinary Tract Infection-Drink cranberry juice 2)Headaches-Drink a cup of coffee.(caffeine can provide relief) 3)Yeast Infection-Eating yogurt contains(good)bacteria.That may keep yeast under control.(It will not cure a yeast infection that is developed,)Women that ate...
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Current World News: Four Foods That Could Help Fight Cancer
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Thu Nov 19 09:34:18 -0800 2009 | health-news

Here are four foods that help fight cancer: Skim Milk:Have two servings of nonfat or lowfat dairy daily.Calcium may bind to potential cancer-causing acids in the colon and stunt cancer growth by reducing cell multiplication in the colon lining. Galic:Cook...
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Fri Nov 27 19:57:21 -0800 2009 | health-news

N.J.-A hospital in New Jersey is cutting ties out of its dress code. The new policy took effect Tuesday. The hospital said the harmful bacteria can remain on clothing,such as neckties and can spread infection.
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Current Event: Toys With High Levels Of LEAD!
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Sat Nov 21 10:16:06 -0800 2009 | health-news

Be cautious when buying toys with the Barbie and Disney logos. These have high levels of Lead: 1)Barbie Bike Flair Accessory Kit 2)Disney Tinkerbell Water Lily Necklace 3)Dora The Explorer Activity Tote Lead can cause irreversible brain damage. The Consumer...
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Tue Nov 17 23:23:09 -0800 2009 | health-news

Did you know: 1) It may not be your pet that's causing your allergies.It could be dust mites from your animal's bed or yours.Or mold underneath antiques in small places. 2) Obese children and adolescents have a higher risk of...
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Philadelphia :: PA :: USA | updated Mon Oct 12 18:43:21 -0700 2009 | health-news

According to the Huffington Post , a CIGNA employee gave the finger -- figuratively -- to a woman whose daughter passed away after the insurance giant refused to cover her liver transplant. Hilda and Krikor Sarkisyan went to CIGNA’s Philadelphia...
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Sun Nov 15 17:56:29 -0800 2009 | health-news

If you had Chickenpox as a child,you could get Shingles now. The chickenpox virus is still in your body. It can resurface as Shingles,a painful blistering rash.It usually lasts up to 30 days.Some people can experience long-term pain that can...
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Breaking World News: Cholesterol And Your Lifestyle
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Belle Vernon :: PA :: USA | updated Wed Nov 18 00:48:26 -0800 2009 | health-news

If changing your lifesytle habits by increasing exercise,improving your diet and losing weight does not lower your cholesterol levels sufficiently,drug therapy may help. There are certainly many cases which diet and lifestyle changes alone are not sufficient.This is particularly true...
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