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Kids' Headaches Rarely Due to Vision Problems, Study Finds
Findings refute common belief that eyeglasses will cure recurring headaches in children.
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Tick-Borne Illnesses in U.S. Move Beyond Lyme Disease
Malaria-like babesiosis has gained traction in Northeast, researchers say.
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Cataract Patients Relax to a Soothing Beat, Study Says
Audio therapy may reduce anxiety during this common procedure.
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New international protocol adopted to combat illicit trade in tobacco products
The delegates of more than 140 Parties to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) adopted a new international treaty Monday, setting the rules for combating illegal trade through control of the supply chain and international cooperation.
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In Nigeria, Time Running Out for Kids Poisoned by Lead
Omema survived lead poisoning but her caretakers say she can't hear or speak and is constantly sickly. Parents say they can't count the number of children that have been killed by lead poisoning in recent years.
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Experimental Malaria Vaccine Falls Short
The world's first experimental malaria vaccine produced disappointing results in a large-scale test among African infants, raising questions about its potential for fighting the disease.
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Pregnant Women With Bipolar Disorder May Have Higher Risk of Premature Birth
Study found link whether mood disorder was being treated or not.
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Steroid-Meningitis Toll Now 32 Dead, 438 Sickened, CDC Says
Infections still limited to 19 states, with Michigan and Tennessee hit hardest.
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Common Antidepressants Tied to Higher Bleeding Risk in Warfarin Users
SSRIs include Prozac, Paxil, but experts say findings aren't reason for patients to drop medications.
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