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Lab Tests Show Experimental Ebola Treatments Are Effective: CDC

Lab Tests Show Experimental Ebola Treatments Are Effective: CDC

THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Two experimental Ebola treatments being used in the current outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo proved effective in laboratory tests with human cells, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. Latest Infectious Disease News The tests showed that the treatments — the antiviral remdesivir […]

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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, Blood Clot in the Legs)

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, Blood Clot in the Legs)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) definition and facts There are both superficial and deep veins in the limbs or extremities (arms and legs). A blood clot in the deep veins is a concern because it can cause life-threatening complications. A blood clot (thrombus) in the deep venous system of the leg becomes dangerous if a piece […]

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No Amount of Running Is Too Hard on Your Heart

No Amount of Running Is Too Hard on Your Heart

Latest Heart News THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Ultramarathons are grueling races that typically range anywhere from 30 to 100 miles, but new research suggests that even these distances don’t tax the heart unduly. “The good news is that while experienced runners pushed their heart limits during the ultramarathon, they did not show […]

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More Evidence Fried Food Ups Heart Disease, Stroke Risk

More Evidence Fried Food Ups Heart Disease, Stroke Risk

By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Check out the menus at any county fair — corn dogs, fried Oreos, even fried butter — and you’ll quickly see that Americans love fried foods. But yet another study suggests that it’s time to put that corn dog down. The […]

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How to Find Your Best Exercise Style

How to Find Your Best Exercise Style

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Exercise & Fitness News THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Are you trapped in an exercise routine that’s good for your body, but isn’t motivating your spirit? It’s time to find your exercise style. One way is to make a list of the pros and cons of the exercise […]

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Kidney Pain

Kidney Pain

Source: Getty Images Kidney pain definition and facts The function and purpose of the kidneys are to remove excess fluid and waste products from the body. The kidneys are organs that are located in the upper abdominal area against the back muscles on both the left and right side of the body. Kidney pain and […]

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12 Foods to Eat to Relieve Constipation

12 Foods to Eat to Relieve Constipation

REFERENCES: Allaturi, A. et al. Randomised clinical trial: dried plums (prunes) vs. psyllium for constipation. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2011 Apr;33(7):822-8<http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21323688> Calories in Popcorn, Air-popped. Caloriecount. Jul 26, 2015<http://www.caloriecount.com/calories-popcorn-air-popped-i19034> Holma, R. et al. Constipation Is Relieved More by Rye Bread Than Wheat Bread or Laxatives without Increased Adverse Gastrointestinal Effects. Journal of Nutrition. 20 January 2010. […]

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Health Tip: Foods With Lactose

Health Tip: Foods With Lactose

(HealthDay News) — Intolerance to lactose, if present at all, varies from person to person, the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases says. Latest Digestion News For many, symptoms can be avoided by reducing the amount of lactose consumed in dairy foods or beverages. But first you have to know that […]