Health and Fitness
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Unusual arthritis a struggle for doctorJul 26, 2011 1:00 am - WASHINGTON — Dr. Sue Zieman can almost set her watch by her disease: Twice a day, she gets a fever and the already arthritic joints in her arms and hands, legs and feet ...
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How to properly clean flooded basementsJul 26, 2011 12:00 am - Suburban residents left with mess after weekend storms
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Mt. Prospect girl loses battle with cancerJul 26, 2011 12:00 am - A Mount Prospect girl whose leukemia diagnosis sparked an outpouring of support from the community over the last year has lost her battle with the disease. Molly Kohl di...
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'Integrative' approach can make hospital care betterJul 25, 2011 1:00 am - Most hospitals and medical centers advertise when their doctors and programs are top ranked. But, there are many ranking systems and it can be confusing. So, how do you ...
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Tips for avoiding toenail fungusJul 25, 2011 1:00 am - Here are some tips for preventing toenail fungus, excerpted from the Mayo Clinic's website: • Keep your nails short, dry and clean. Trim nails straight across and file d...
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Body weight workout quick and easyJul 25, 2011 1:00 am - Our body weight workout is a great routine to have during times where traditional workouts just aren't an option, such as while you're traveling, days when you don't hav...
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Sugar levels have a yo-yo effectJul 25, 2011 1:00 am - Q. I have been a Type 2 diabetic for 20 years. I have been having a lot of trouble keeping my blood sugar levels steady. They keep dropping down to 50. Two years ago...
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Laser treatment possible solution to toenail fungusJul 25, 2011 1:00 am - For people with toenail fungus, there is no good time to wear sandals. Not even at the beach in July. Toenail fungus causes nails to become thick, yellow and brittle in ...
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Studies show benefits of pet ownershipJul 25, 2011 12:00 am - Lots of research has indicated that having a dog or a cat can help people live happier, healthier lives. But it's been unclear whether there really is a cause-and-effect...
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Maximizing kids' summer vacation isn't easyJul 25, 2011 12:00 am - Several friends were waxing rhapsodic recently about magical childhood summers filled with endless hours of freedom to strike up stickball games, read the entire series ...