Health and Fitness
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Irradiation underused to fight E. coliJun 13, 2011 1:00 am - WASHINGTON — Zapping salad fixings with just a bit of radiation can kill dangerous E. coli and other bacteria — and food safety experts say Europe’s massive outbreak sho...
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Exercises can help strengthen your coreJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - This month’s strength training workout is designed to challenge your body’s core and joint stability. By improving your overall stability, you’ll increase strength and n...
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Night races growing in popularityJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - WASHINGTON — If you’re wondering why night races are growing in popularity, just think about the advantages. You don’t need to set your alarm. You’re not in the blazing ...
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‘Good’ bacteria provides us with many benefitsJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - Can beneficial bacteria protect us from pathological bacteria? According to a recent medical study, the answer seems to be yes. Over the past few years, there have been...
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Adult vaccines can prevent future health costsJun 12, 2011 7:00 am - TRENTON, N.J. — Looking to hold down your health care costs? Vaccines are a cost-effective way to reduce health risks, but they are often overlooked by adults. Many fami...
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Health care law waivers stir suspicion of favorsJun 12, 2011 6:00 am - WASHINGTON — Call it the Department of Waivers and Adjustments. It’s doing a brisk business with the new health care law. President Barack Obama’s administration has gra...
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Chronic pain workshop in Hoffman EstatesJun 12, 2011 12:00 am - In an effort to assist people in coping with chronic pain and illness, the Village of Hoffman Estates Department of Health and Human Services is hosting a workshop from ...
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Irradiation underused to fight E. coli in foodsJun 11, 2011 6:00 am - WASHINGTON — Zapping salad fixings with just a bit of radiation can kill dangerous E. coli and other bacteria — and food safety experts say Europe’s massive outbreak sho...
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Pfizer starts first ‘virtual’ clinical study in U.S.Jun 11, 2011 6:00 am - TRENTON, N.J. — Drugmaker Pfizer Inc. is running the first U.S. clinical study in which patients participate by using mobile phones and the Internet, rather than repeate...
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Hobbies arthritis sufferers can enjoyJun 10, 2011 12:00 am - Furthermore, individuals with arthritis may shy away from the activities they once enjoyed because the pain is simply too overwhelming. Instead of simply sitting on the ...