Daily Archives: May 30, 2008

Be Safe from Anaphylaxis

May 30th, 2008 - 4:40 pm

Every year up to two thousand people in the United States and Canada die from anaphylaxis – a serious allergic reaction. The most common causes are allergies to peanuts, insect bites and seafood. But not all anaphylactic reactions are severe. They can … Continue reading →

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Acid Reflux Study

May 30th, 2008 - 4:11 pm

A sore throat, chronic cough and bronchitis that just won’t go away. Think you might have a lingering cold? Maybe. But doctors at Mayo Clinic say that, for some people, those symptoms might actually be caused by acid reflux. Share/Bookmark

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Kids and Healthy Eating

May 30th, 2008 - 4:04 pm

The statistics are alarming. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 16 percent of school-aged children are overweight. And that number is likely growing. Many of those overweight kids are at risk of health problems such as high … Continue reading →

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Hot Flashes in Men

May 30th, 2008 - 4:00 pm

Every year thousands of women get hot flashes as they near menopause. The intense sweating can be a nuisance and embarrassing. But did you know that men can get hot flashes too? The problem is very common among men who’ve … Continue reading →

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