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‘Jeopardy’ Host Alex Trebek Reveals He Has Pancreatic Cancer

‘Jeopardy’ Host Alex Trebek Reveals He Has Pancreatic Cancer

By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter Latest Cancer News THURSDAY, March 7, 2019 (HealthDay News) — In a special announcement aired Wednesday on the “Jeopardy” YouTube channel, long-time host Alex Trebek announced he has stage 4 pancreatic cancer, but intends to “fight” the disease. Trebek, 78, said he was concerned about the media reporting his condition inaccurately, […]

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MMR vaccine does not cause autism, even in those most at risk

MMR vaccine does not cause autism, even in those most at risk

A new large-scale Danish study searches for connections between autism and the MMR vaccine. In particular, they investigate at-risk individuals. Once again, no links are found. The latest study to look at MMR vaccines and autism goes an extra step. The furor surrounding vaccines and their relationship with autism has been rumbling along for decades. […]

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Wisconsin Man Charged After Breaking Measles Quarantine

Wisconsin Man Charged After Breaking Measles Quarantine

A Wisconsin man faces criminal charges after he broke a measles quarantine to go to the gym. Latest Infectious Disease News Court documents show that Jeffery Murawski, 57, of Brookfield, was charged Feb. 22 with a misdemeanor count of willfully violating the recommendations of a local health officer or subjecting others to danger of contracting […]

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Salmonella Spurs Recall of Sunstone Organics Kratom

Salmonella Spurs Recall of Sunstone Organics Kratom

Two lots of Sunstone Organics Kratom are being recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. Latest Infectious Disease News The lots include Sunstone Organics White Vein Kratom Lot 119 and Sunstone Organics Maeng Da Kratom Lot 124A in both capsules and powder form and in all sizes. No reports of illness associated with the recalled products […]

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chlorthalidone (Thalitone)

chlorthalidone (Thalitone)

What brand names are available for chlorthalidone? Hygroton, Thalitone (both discontinued in U.S.A.) Is chlorthalidone available as a generic drug? GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes Do I need a prescription for chlorthalidone? Yes What are the uses for chlorthalidone? Chlorthalidone is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and edema (fluid retention). What […]

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High Testosterone Levels Are Bad News for the Heart

High Testosterone Levels Are Bad News for the Heart

By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News THURSDAY, March 7, 2019 (HealthDay News) — High testosterone levels can drastically increase a man’s risk of heart failure and stroke-causing blood clots, a new study reports. Men with a genetic predisposition to high testosterone levels have a nearly eightfold increased risk of heart failure and twice the […]

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dopamine (Intropin)

dopamine (Intropin)

Is dopamine-injection available as a generic drug? GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes Do I need a prescription for dopamine-injection? Yes What are the uses for dopamine-injection? Dopamine is prescribed to correct hemodynamic status in patients with shock syndrome due to This means dopamine may be capable of improving urine flow, blood pressure, blood flow to vital organs, […]

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Heavier People May Be More Likely to Survive a Stroke

Heavier People May Be More Likely to Survive a Stroke

By Maureen SalamonHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, March 6, 2019 (HealthDay News) — While it’s long been understood that being overweight or obese raises the odds of stroke, new research indicates those carrying extra weight are far less likely to die after having such a “brain attack.” For the study, scientists analyzed more than […]

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Recipe for a Healthy Heart: Big Breakfasts, Less TV

Recipe for a Healthy Heart: Big Breakfasts, Less TV

Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, March 6, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Want a healthier heart? Get at least a fifth of your daily calories from your breakfast and stop watching so much TV. Those are the conclusions of two studies to be presented next week at the annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology (ACC). […]

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First Steps After a Diabetes Diagnosis

First Steps After a Diabetes Diagnosis

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Diabetes News THURSDAY, March 7, 2019 (HealthDay News) — When you’re diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor is likely to start you on a program to lower blood sugar and help insulin work more efficiently — a regimen that may include a modified diet, exercise and possibly medication. Starting (or ramping […]