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Looking to get in shape? There are few physical exercises that burn as many calories as running. But a new study shows that running too much can actually damage the heart and shorten one’s lifespan. That’s the finding of Dr. Martin Matsumura, who serves as co-director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. […]
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How much exposure to radiofrequency airwaves emitted by cellphones is dangerous? Unfortunately, no one really knows — which is why one expert panel is insisting that a new study examining the potential health risks of exposure to these airwaves be aggressively pursued. In a report released on Tuesday, the Royal Society of Canada — a […]
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If you live in the upper part of North America, you’ve probably been dying to see winter finally come to an end. But those suffering from seasonal allergies know spring will bring its own challenges. So, which U.S. cities are the worst for allergies? Overall, it appears spring time will be hardest on southerners. According […]
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A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that one in 68 American children are currently dealing with autism. Two years ago a similar CDC report showed that one in 88 children had been diagnosed as autistic. In terms of overall numbers, that means autism now affects roughly 1.2 million young […]
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We already know that a Mediterranean diet — which involves the consumption of fish, nuts, vegetables, and fruits — is good for the heart. Now, research suggests the diet can also help reduce the risk of diabetes. A new report from the Harokopio University in Athens, Greece, says adhering to the Mediterranean diet can actually […]
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