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What is ALS?
Icy ChallengeWhat is ALS?In recent weeks, it seems that everyone is getting in the act—that is the “ice bucket challenge”—from Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, Bill Gates and even late-night talk show host...
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3 sleepwalking myths debunked
Wake-up call3 sleepwalking myths debunkedSome of the things you once thought true about sleepwalking may not be, according to a study published recently in The Lancet Neurology journal. The study, led...
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Study: Smoking is a real ‘backbreaker’
Kick the habitStudy: Smoking is a real ‘backbreaker’That next pack of smokes might just break your back. Smokers are three times more likely than nonsmokers to develop chronic back pain, according to...
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5 tips for a migraine-free holiday season
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Do you sacrifice sleep for work?
Sleep studyDo you sacrifice sleep for work?A new study shows people are exchanging work for a good night’s sleep, and trying to make up for the lack of shut-eye on the weekends. A team of researchers...
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Worrying may have a positive side
Smart ProblemsWorrying may have a positive sideIs there a positive side to worrying? According to a recent study, worrying can be a sign of intelligence. A team at Lakehead University in Ontario...
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‘Exploding head syndrome’ surprisingly not uncommon in college students
Scary noises‘Exploding head syndrome’ surprisingly not uncommon in college studentsA person hearing a frighteningly loud noise or explosion in their head as they fall asleep may not be as uncommon as...
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Mediterranean diet linked to better memory
Stay sharpMediterranean diet linked to better memoryOlder adults may experience improved memory if they eat a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra virgin olive oil or nuts, according to a new...
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Pro golfer’s condition sheds light on vertigo
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Clumsy? Try ballet
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Rare autoimmune disease won’t stop man’s passion for sports
Bear downRare autoimmune disease won’t stop man’s passion for sportsFrank Tanzillo is what most would call a super fan. “Frank has had a passion for sports his entire life,” says his wife, Lori...
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Do you have early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease?
Subtle signsDo you have early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease?Muhammad Ali, boxing legend and humanitarian, recently passed away at 74 years old. While it’s been reported he died in the hospital...
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Is there a benefit to being a ‘worrier’?
Smart ProblemsIs there a benefit to being a ‘worrier’?Is there a positive side to worrying? According to one study, worrying may be a sign of intelligence. A team at Lakehead University in Ontario...
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How a 7 year-old boy saved his mom’s life
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Strokes on the rise among younger people; do you know the signs?
DON’T DELAYStrokes on the rise among younger people; do you know the signs?At age 34, Katie May was a successful businesswoman and model. Her massive social media presence led her to be dubbed the...
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Here’s why your mom calls you by the wrong name
Name GameHere’s why your mom calls you by the wrong nameYou’ve most likely experienced it at some point: your parent calls you by your sibling’s name, or even the family dog’s. Why does this happen?...
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What is the link between degenerative brain disease and contact sports?
What is the link between degenerative brain disease and contact sports?A recent study published in the medical journal JAMA reports Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, also known at CTE, was found in 99...
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Every second counts: “Now, walking is a gift.”
Every second counts: “Now, walking is a gift.”“I was completely taken off guard,” says Ginny, who was brought to the ER after experiencing numbness in her face and difficulty speaking and walking....
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Strokes on the rise among younger people – do you know the signs?
Strokes on the rise among younger people – do you know the signs?At age 34, Katie May was a successful businesswoman and model. Her massive social media presence led her to be dubbed the “Queen of...
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What Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Parkinson’s diagnosis means
What Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Parkinson’s diagnosis meansLast Friday, politician and civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson announced he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Rev. Jackson is a...
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