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Tips to avoid a misdiagnosis from ER doctors
Communicating effectively during an ER visit is extremely important. One way to do that is in the first 10 seconds.
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Lesser-known symptoms of early heart attack
There are five lesser-known symptoms you need to know about the risk of early heart attack.
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'Virtual partner': therapy for aphasia patients
Scientists are using new technology to make treatment for aphasia patients more accessible.
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Diabetes risk: lesser-known symptoms to monitor
There are well-known symptoms of diabetes, plus several warning signs you may not be familiar with.
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Back-to-school tips: Beyond supplies and shots
School supplies, new clothes, vaccinations, eye exams -- you might still be skipping some back-to-school basics.
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Kite Patch: Secret weapon to battle mosquitoes
Scientists have developed the Kite Patch, a secret weapon to battle the world's tiniest enemy: The mosquito.
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Engineering intestines through stem cells
Researchers hope a regenerative capacity breakthrough will help children born with gastrointestinal defects.
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Back-to-school vaccinations: Kids up to date?
The first day of school is near, and doctors say it's time to make sure your kids are up to date with their shots.
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Consumer Reports ranks surgical facilities
For the first time, Consumer Reports has released a list for the best and worst surgical facilities in the country.
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Kids study brain science at UCLA day camp
UCLA researchers let kids in the laboratory study how the brain works for their science summer camp session.
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Virtual-reality therapy may help with autism
A new kind of 'virtual reality' therapy may help those who have autism and have difficulty interacting with others.
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Living with purpose equals better health
A new study reveals there more to the idea that optimistic and happy people tend to have healthier outlooks.
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Beta blockers used to make birthmarks go away
It's not magic, it's medicine -- an old drug is being used in a new way to make certain birthmarks disappear in babies.
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New exhibit shows how poor habits hurt health
There is a new exhibit giving Southern Californians a wake-up call by showing them how poor habits hurt our health.
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'Cast therapy' rewires brain in side weakness
A new form of therapy aims to help children with weakness on one side get stronger.
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Skin cancer treatment that's less invasive
Some types of treatment for skin cancer can be painful or leave scars, but there's a different and less invasive option.
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Hormone could help heal brain injuries
Researchers are hoping a hormone that our bodies produce naturally can help heal traumatic brain injuries.
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Stem cells could relieve arthritis pain
A new procedure with stem cell injections could offer a lot of people some much-needed relief from arthritis pain.
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Stem cells used to save kids w/ heart defects
More than 35,000 babies are born with a heart defect. Now, doctors are using stem cells to save their smallest patients.
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Early puberty causing surge in childhood acne?
Acne in children is a skin issue dermatologists say they're treating more often than ever before.
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Study: Obesity raises risk of heart disease
Doctors say each year a person carries excess weight, their risk of heart disease rises 2 to 4 percent.
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Risk factors, genetics tied to alcoholism
There are signs indicating who might be genetically predisposed to alcoholism.
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Clinic's camp helps hearing-impaired children
The John Tracy Clinic in Los Angeles offers hearing-impaired children and their families a unique learning experience.
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Obesity makes cancer harder to treat - study
Researchers say obesity accelerates leukemia cells' growth and also makes the cancer cells harder to treat.
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'A Fresh Chapter' helps cancer survivors heal
Cancer survivors who are looking for emotional healing and inspiration now have help in writing a fresh chapter.
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Night shifts increase breast cancer risk?
A new Canadian study suggests working night shifts for 30 years can double a woman's risk for breast cancer.
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Docs study brains of preemies for ADHD link
Scientists pinpointed differences in the developing brain that may increase the risk of cognitive disabilities like ADHD.
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Small vices can add up to health problems
Seemingly harmless habits could actually be bad for your health. We all have them. What's your hardest habit to break?
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Tele-monitoring blood pressure effective: study
Experts estimate nearly 1 in 3 Americans has hypertension, or high blood pressure. The key is taking an active role.
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Doc's book relates losing daughter to anorexia
In a new book, a local heart surgeon admits how helpless he felt as he tried to save his daughter.
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FDA OKs new non-hormonal menopause treatment
The Food and Drug Administration just approved the first non-hormonal drug to treat hot flashes.
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Some fish linked to lower breast cancer risk
Scientists say women may get an extra dose of protection by adding specific kinds of fish to their diet.
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Prostate cancer treatment risks, benefits
There are a number of treatment options for prostate cancer. A new study took a look at the risks and benefits of treatments.
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LA man has successful double lung transplant
The family of a local man who needed a lung transplant fought to save his life by spreading awareness about organ donation.
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Plastic surgery for pets? Some owners say yes
Some people are paying big bucks for plastic surgery procedures that make their dog or cat have the 'right look.'
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Women 35-40 are still fertile, new study says
A new study shows that women concerned about getting pregnant between the ages of 35 to 40 don't have to worry.
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Stroke recognition crucial for quick treatment
Every minute a stroke patient is delayed in getting to an ER to receive treatment, precious brain tissue is lost.
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Yoga may help kids' mental, physical health
Some doctors say yoga can help children battling health issues, such as chronic headaches and attention deficit disorder.
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