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Getting Rid of Unwanted Hair?
When someone whispers that they recently had "some work done," right away the questions start: What was it really like? Did it hurt? Where did you get it done? How much did it cost? But even today, in our youth-obsessed world, people are reluctant to talk about the procedures. So when someone starts... more
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Re-Thinking Ginkgo Biloba ...
Ginkgo biloba is probably the herb most widely used in the United States and Europe by people hoping to prevent memory decline and dementia. If you're someone who has been taking this herb to keep your brain healthy, you may want to reconsider where you spend your money. more
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Study: 'Healthy Obesity' Doesn't Exist
For many men, particularly those in their early 40s, weight gain is just a "symptom of age" with no immediate threat. However, no man who is overweight, at any age, is truly healthy over the long term, a new study finds. more
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Cleanliness Reduces E. Coli Risk
Many people have experienced the discomfort of urinary tract infections, or UTIs. These are usually due to the bacteria Escherichia coli. E. coli normally colonize the lower intestinal tract, but they can get up into the urinary system and cause infection. more
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Not Your Mother's Maternity Ward
At Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia, Minn., women can now give birth in rooms with whirlpool tubs and wi-fi. At Fairview Southdale in Edina, Minn., new moms can hire a massage therapist or a portrait photographer. more
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How to Order a Healthier Pizza
With plenty of basketball games on TV this season, pizza is likely to be on many a dinner menu. Here are ways to make this old favorite healthier, nutritionists say: more
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How to Guard Against Gray Hair
Most gray hairs are unavoidable, the result of aging and genetics. But doctors and hairdressers say there are steps you can try to fight premature loss of pigment: more
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CT Scan: What to Expect
A trip to the doctor is a big enough hassle without having to deal with a fear of the unknown. Having a procedure for the first time can fill a patient with dread. For the uninitiated, here's a short lesson on what to expect if you get a CT scan. more
