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Electric device helps treat chronic back pain
Technology that's been used for other ailments now holds new promise for people with low back pain.
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Gov't shutdown puts clinical trials on hold
The ongoing government shutdown is putting some critical medical research on indefinite hold.
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Egg-freezing more accepted; technology improves
Egg-freezing has more and more young, healthy women considering options that postpone parenthood.
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Drug 'lights up' tumor cells in brain
Surgeons aren't able to get entire brain tumors removed. Now doctors can light up the tumor to see it better than before.
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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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Risk factors, genetics tied to alcoholism
There are signs indicating who might be genetically predisposed to alcoholism.
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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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DNA from 3 people to create embryos in UK?
A controversial technique to create embryos using DNA from three people may soon be allowed in Britain.
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Robots to help kids with autism improve focus?
Researchers find robots can help kids with autism learn how to pay attention and develop other crucial skills.
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Photos: EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women LA 2013
Nearly 30,000 people turned out for the 20th annual EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women in Los Angeles. See photos.
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Revlon Run/Walk honors loved ones, survivors
The EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women on Saturday drew cancer survivors as well as those honoring the memories of loved ones.
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Video: 24-year cancer survivor talks at Revlon event
A cancer survivor of 24 years talked about her journey at the EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women on Saturday.
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Video: Ellen Leyva talks Revlon Run/Walk for Women
Eyewitness News anchor Ellen Leyva spoke about the importance of the EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women on Saturday.
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Video: Revlon Run/Walk honors loved ones, survivors
The EIF Revlon Run/Walk for Women on Saturday drew cancer survivors as well as those honoring the memories of loved ones.
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Photos: Revlon Run/Walk for Women LA 2012
Nearly 40,000 people turned out for the 19th annual Revlon Run/Walk for Women in Los Angeles in L.A. See the photos.
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Video: Cancer study seeks long-term participants
Cancer researchers say the general public may able to help them in their search for a cure for cancer.
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CDC: Web info unreliable for pregnancy, meds
About 90 percent of pregnant women in the United States take at least one medication. There's conflicting info online.
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Nanoscale MRI improves resolution by 10,000x
There's a new nanoscale MRI that is so precise it can pinpoint your molecules.
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Traffic pollution, pregnancy and cancer: study
Is there a connection between traffic pollution and higher rates of cancer in children?
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Tiny heart pump helps child transplant patients
To keep kids alive waiting on the transplant list, doctors may use artificial pumps. Some are way too big.
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Dissolving stent reduces clot, fracture risks
A new dissolving stent releases medication into the blood vessel, then disappears after the artery heals.
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Food allergies on the rise, doctors say
Many don't realize how serious food allergies are and how quickly they can escalate into severe, even fatal, reactions.
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Vivitrol helps patients beat opioid addictions
An FDA report finds fatal overdoses from painkillers are rising. But there's hope for people struggling for sobriety.
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Benefits of vitamin D supplements studied
With sales of vitamin D at an all-time high, Consumer Reports put vitamin D to the test.
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Pill developed to treat cystic fibrosis
A new treatment has reduced the number of pills people living with cystic fibrosis need to take from 20 to one a day.
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Video: Pill developed to treat cystic fibrosis
A new treatment has reduced the number of pills people living with cystic fibrosis need to take from 20 to one a day.
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Chelation therapy studied for heart treatment
A new study shows that chelation therapy may be some benefit for heart patients.
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Excess 'good' bacteria may up obesity risk
A new study suggests that too much 'good' bacteria in your digestive system may increase your risk for obesity.
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Freezing eggs: 'quantum leap' in effectiveness
Thanks to new technology, freezing eggs for future use is a growing trend among some women.
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Group helps families cope w/kids' heart defect
A rare heart defect in kids used to be lethal. But now parents are learning it doesn't have to be that way.
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Docs seek earlier pancreatic cancer diagnoses
Pancreatic cancer is often difficult to diagnose, especially at its earliest stage.
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Doctors give top 7 tips to live a longer life
We exercise, we eat right in the hopes of staying healthy for as long as possible. How long do you want to live?
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Room makeovers for children's hospital rooms
Long hospital stays are tough for everyone, but it can be especially hard on young patients.
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Diagnostic tool predicts seniors' survivability
A University of California team has developed a tool to help predict senior citizens' 10-year survivability rates.
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Research shows beer can be good for you
While we've heard all about the bad things beer can do to our bodies, in moderation it could do some good too.
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Stem-cell cancer treatment uses placenta blood
Chemotherapy and marrow transplants help fight cancer, but a matching donor is needed. Stem cells may offer a solution.
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Concern over antibiotic-resistant 'super' bugs
There are growing concerns that antibiotic resistance is leading to more 'super' bugs that can't easily be treated.
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Video: Magazine poll reveals dirty kitchen habits
Licking the cooking spoon, double-dipping and the five-second rule are food habits that can make you and others sick.
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Prolonged sitting linked to certain diseases
Whether it is work, traffic or even downtime, we are sitting more than ever before and it's taking a toll on our health.
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Video: Prolonged sitting linked to certain diseases
Whether it is work, traffic, or even downtime, we are sitting more than ever before and it's taking a toll on our health.
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Bone marrow expedites knee-replacement healing?
A local doctor has developed a bone-marrow injection designed to regenerate knee cells.
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Some cancer screening unnecessary: analysis
A new Consumer Reports analysis suggests some cancer screening tests may be unnecessary.
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Soldier shows off functioning implanted arms
A soldier who lost all his arms and legs serving in Iraq rolled his own wheelchair into a Tuesday news conference.
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Body cast offers hope for kids with scoliosis
Scoliosis spinal curvature can be improved with surgeries and metal rods, but something simple could cure it for some.
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Bionic suit helps spinal cord injury patients
A new bionic suit is helping paralyzed patients walk. The technology is now available in Southern California.
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Menopause linked to higher brain aneurysm risk
Women are at a higher risk for aneurysms. Researchers are looking at how a major change in a woman's life could be to blame.
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Sleep-deprivation study: 'power nap' beneficial
Researchers studied how getting sleep-deprived workers with a little more sleep might affect performance and attention.
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Rare extra-sensitive hearing condition treated
A Norwalk man thought he was going crazy because he couldn't stop hearing the sounds of his body inside his head.
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Soda may worsen knee pain - Harvard study
Drinking soda may worsen knee pain, according to a new study done by Harvard Medical School researchers.
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Parkinson's disease protein found in intestines
A recent study turned up a Parkinson's disease protein in the intestinal wall, which may change treatment.
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