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The cost of treatment is one thing doctors don't normally discuss with patients. But that may be changing.
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If you are a fan of Oreos and can't eat just one, there might be a good reason why.
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Trial and error. Many breast cancer patients spend months in the waiting game, but a new technique could speed up how long it takes to see if a treatment is working.
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BPA may raise the risk of miscarriage in women who are prone to fertility issues, according to a new study on the chemical found in many plastics and canned food linings.
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A good night's sleep may be the answer to having well-behaved children.
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Consumer Reports has launched a website to help Americans navigate the new health care law.
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New research finds a supplement taking by millions of Americans to prevent brittle bone disease doesn't seem to work.
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Deadly peanut allergies are on the rise, but an experimental skin patch being tested around the world and now here in Chicago could finally offer young patients a whole new option.
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Your doctor is supposed to be your medical confidante. Still, many people omit critical details or outright lie when questioned by your doctors.
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Call your doctor if you're planning on traveling, especially internationally.
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There is a new style of yoga that uses noise to help people relax.
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There are some basic screening tools doctors use to confirm a woman's pregnancy is normal or find a possible problem, but now a panel of experts says some of them are outdated, like the measurements doctors use to predict potential miscarriage.
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Two dozen cases of liver damage in Hawaii are now blamed on OxyElite Pro, a popular weight loss product.
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A study from Northwestern University and the University of California reveals the so-called "happy hormone," serotonin, influences long-term relationships.
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Many people have added weight loss apps to their smartphones. But do the apps really help?
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Health department officials say it's never too late to get a flu shot - but the earlier, the better.
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Some women facing early stage breast cancer may think having both breasts removed is the best insurance against a recurrence. But is it necessary?
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There's a garden growing in your gut! Find out what one doctor says acts like miracle grow for your insides.
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A lot of the money spent on prostate cancer screening provides little benefit for older men, according to a study conducted by researchers at Yale University.
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Next time you're treated for a cold, bronchitis or the flu you may want to question your doctor if you're prescribed antibiotics.
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Thousands of Illinois residents visited the state's health insurance online marketplace on the first day of the program.
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Dr. Claudia Perez, a breast cancer surgeon at Loyola University Medical Center, talks to ABC7 Chicago.
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New techniques can cut the risk of getting lasik.
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New techniques can cut the risk of getting lasik.
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Researchers hope cancer gene ''Atlas'' could crack the code for a cure to the deadliest cancers, including leukemia, breast and brain.
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The vaccine usually covers three strains, but if you want the new version that protects you against four strains, you'll have to act fast.
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The peptide called Lunasin, which is found in the milky liquid that's normally discarded at soy processing plants, has a lot to offer, according to a new study.
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When it comes to super foods, soy is king. From lowering cholesterol to reducing the risk of certain cancers, the natural ingredient boasts celebrity status.
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Is marriage good for your health? A new study suggests married people may live longer.
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Prostate cancer patients may do just fine with fewer weeks of hormone therapy before they begin radiation treatment. Also, a new study finds cutting back on androgen suppression treatment also reduces difficult side effects.
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You are what you eat, and what you eat could cure what ails you.
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Some large corporations are changing the way they provide worker health care.
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Who will have chronic pain? Brain scans could determine the likelihood of persistent pain.
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Dogs often appear as if they have an endless amount of energy, but they are susceptible to all sorts of illnesses; some can even be life threatening. But when should you call the vet?
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Breakfast may not be as important as once thought- if you're trying to lose weight.
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TV commercials, along with radio, print and other media ads show off real-life former smokers in gritty, if not shocking, ways with their health problems on graphic display.
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A new Harvard study suggests that women should begin getting mammograms before age 50.
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A new treatment for asthma called thermal bronchoplasty has some patients breathing easier.
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Three local healthcare organizations are joining forces to battle prostate cancer.
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Getting in control of your weight can feel impossible without the right help, which could be why more and more people are turning to health coaches to improve their quality of life.
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Birth rates in U.S. may be leveling off after a four-year drop.
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Children like adults are increasingly trying electronic cigarettes, according to the first large national study to gauge use by middle and high school students.
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The flu season is coming, and this year you may be able to get a new vaccine that offers more protection.
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An Oak Lawn man is the first Cook County resident to contract the West Nile Virus this year.
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A drug nicknamed ''Molly'' is being glamorized in songs and other areas of pop culture. But it's also being blamed for a new rash of deaths.
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Raising your voice at a teenager only leads to more behavioral issues in the long run, according to a new parenting study.
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Can't get enough shuteye? Nearly 9 million U.S. adults resort to prescription sleeping pills - and most are white, female, educated or 50 or older, according to the first government study of its kind.
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Nearly 9 million U.S. adults resort to prescription sleeping pills - and most are white, female, educated or 50 or older.
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The flu season is coming, and this year you may be able to get a new vaccine that offers more protection.
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The intensity of your exercise is more important than how long you do it when it comes to keeping weight off.
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