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Illnesses from Mosquito, Tick, and Flea Bites Increasing in the US
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- Written by CDC CDC
- Published: 02 May 2018 02 May 2018
Washington, DC - Illnesses from mosquito, tick, and flea bites have tripled in the U.S., with more than 640,000 cases reported during the 13 years from 2004 through 2016. Nine new germs spread by mosquitoes and ticks were discovered or introduced into the United States during this time.
Five healthy habits may add more than a decade to life
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- Written by American Heart Association American Heart Association
- Published: 30 April 2018 30 April 2018
Dallas, Texas - Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including eating a healthy diet, regular exercise and not smoking, could prolong life expectancy at age 50 by 14 years for women and just over 12 years for men, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation.
Understanding stereotactic radiosurgery
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- Written by Laurel J. Kelly Laurel J. Kelly
- Published: 30 April 2018 30 April 2018
Rochester, Minnesota - Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) uses many precisely focused radiation beams to treat tumors and other problems in the brain, neck and other parts of the body.
Oral cancer screening
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic
- Published: 30 April 2018 30 April 2018
Scottsdale, Arizona - Oral cancer screening is an examination performed by a dentist or doctor to look for signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in your mouth.
Combat allergies like a pro by learning how to use your nasal spray properly
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Minute Mayo Clinic Minute
- Published: 30 April 2018 30 April 2018
Scottsdale, Arizona - For millions of Americans, spring allergies wreak havoc on their sinuses, and many use a nasal spray for relief.