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NIH study shows no benefit of omega-3 or other nutritional supplements for cognitive decline

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NIH study raises doubt about any benefits omega-3 and dietary supplements like these may have for cognitive decline.

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New Moms Can Avoid Back Injury When Caring for Their Babies

Proper lifting techniques are essential for both parents.

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Antiviral Drug May Prevent Ebola, Small Study Suggests

Health care workers deemed at high risk for infection didn't get sick after treatment with anti-flu regimen.

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Flu Vaccine Protects Nursing Home Residents, Study Finds

Despite debate on effectiveness in elderly, it saved thousands of lives, prevented hospitalizations.

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Civilian needs mount in Yemen as medical supplies dwindle – UN health agency

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World Health Organization Representative for Yemen Dr. Ahmed Shadoul briefs the press.

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Ebola aftermath is ‘best chance’ to transform future epidemic response – UN health agency

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Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone: WHO staff talking to mothers on getting children to health care.

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Low-Dose Aspirin, Other Painkillers May Lower Colon Cancer Risk

Low-Dose Aspirin, Other Painkillers May Lower Colon Cancer Risk

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Exercise Best Bet Against Diabetes for College Graduates

Less educated need more help preventing and managing blood sugar disease, researcher says.

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Back-to-School Tips for Healthy Teeth

Dental hygiene, good diet and regular checkups make for pearly whites, expert says.

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Mandatory Life Jacket Laws Could Reduce Boating Deaths

Regulation would also result in fewer people dying from drowning, researchers say.

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