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More Regular Meals May Improve Dementia Care

In small study, improved nutrition appeared to help patients' memory, daily function.

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When Kids Exercise More, Their Grades Might Rise Too

Study of young students questions value of phasing out PE in public schools.

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Too Much Sitting Could Court Diabetes, Study Finds

There was an effect on blood sugar, other factors even when exercise was factored in.

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In India, Fighting TB with Fingerprints

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Newest Diabetes Drugs Linked to Higher Pancreatitis Risk

Patients on Januvia, Byetta twice as likely to develop condition, study says.

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OECD urges countries to harmonise clinical trial regulations to boost medical research and save lives

Increasingly complex and inconsistent clinical trial regulations are causing delays, raising costs and leading to a decline in the number of international trials conducted by academics for non-commerical purposes. In the European Union alone, the number of applications for clinical trials fell by 25% between 2007 and 2011.

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Slow-Growing Babies Nearly Catch Up With Peers by Teens

Large study found those with delayed weight gain reached normal range by 13.

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Food Allergies Tied to Impaired Growth in Kids

Early study suggests that avoiding allergy triggers might be a factor.

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Exercise Safety Tips for People With Heart Disease

Start by talking to your doctor, experts advise.

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'Smarter Lunchroom' May Lead to Healthier Choices

Attractive positioning of fruits and veggies influences what kids eat, researchers find.

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