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Bone Marrow Donation Can Save Lives
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- Written by Dr. Dennis Gastineau Dr. Dennis Gastineau
- Published: 05 September 2016 05 September 2016
Rochester, Minnesota - Bone marrow donation can save lives, and there’s always a need for people willing to donate. Although age is sometimes a factor, the most important criteria for being a donor is to have the stem cells in your bone marrow match those of the recipient. To be considered as a donor, you can join the registry of potential bone marrow donors that’s maintained by the National Marrow Donor Program.
Aerobic exercise: How to warm up and cool down
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Staff Mayo Clinic Staff
- Published: 05 September 2016 05 September 2016
Rochester, Minnesota - Before you jump on the elliptical machine or hit the running trails, consider doing a brief warm-up first. And, think about following your workout with a quick cool-down session. Sure, a warm-up and cool-down may add a few minutes to your exercise routine, but they also might reduce stress on your heart and other muscles.
Two thirds of US adults believe pharmacies should not sell tobacco
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 03 September 2016 03 September 2016
Washington, DC - Two-thirds of American adults believe pharmacies should not be allowed to sell tobacco, while 14 percent strongly oppose such a policy, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published today in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Researchers also found nearly half of cigarette smokers, as well as nearly half of tobacco users who don’t smoke cigarettes, support such a policy.
Does caffeine affect blood sugar?
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- Written by M. Regina Castro, M.D. M. Regina Castro, M.D.
- Published: 05 September 2016 05 September 2016
Yuma, Arizona - The average U.S. adult consumes about two 8-ounce cups (474 milliliters) of coffee a day, which can contain around 280 milligrams of caffeine. For most young, healthy adults, caffeine doesn't appear to noticeably affect blood sugar (glucose) levels, and consumption up to 400 milligrams a day appears to be safe.
FDA issues final rule on safety and effectiveness of antibacterial soaps
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 03 September 2016 03 September 2016
Washington, DC - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration yesterday issued a final rule establishing that over-the-counter (OTC) consumer antiseptic wash products containing certain active ingredients can no longer be marketed. Companies will no longer be able to market antibacterial washes with these ingredients because manufacturers did not demonstrate that the ingredients are both safe for long-term daily use and more effective than plain soap and water in preventing illness and the spread of certain infections. Some manufacturers have already started removing these ingredients from their products.