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  Readmission Rates for Children May Not Reflect Hospital Performance

  Study suggests that parents should base decisions on other factors

  • Posted August 27, 2013
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  Spinal Fluid Test May Aid Early Detection of Parkinson’s Disease

  New study findings also might help predict how quickly the disease will progress, researchers say

  • Posted August 27, 2013
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  Does Learning Begin in the Womb?

  An early introduction to words and sound may stimulate speech and language development after birth.

  • Posted August 27, 2013
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  Health Tip: Kids Shouldn’t Watch Too Much TV

  Young coach potatoes more prone to obesity

  • Posted August 27, 2013
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  ‘Maintain, Don’t Gain’ May Work Best for Obese Black Women

  Study aimed at this high-risk group found weight-maintenance approach was more effective than weight-loss program

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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  U.S. Schools Show Progress in Healthy Behaviors, CDC Says

  Report highlights good news: better nutrition, more physical activity and tobacco bans

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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  Terms Docs Use Can Influence Patients’ Cancer Choices

  Clearer definitions might avoid unnecessary treatments, study says

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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  New Defibrillator Works Without Wires Touching Heart

  Device is more durable, making it an alternative for younger patients, researchers say

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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  Babies May Remember Words Heard Before Birth

  Study found repeated exposure to a 'pseudoword' during late stages of pregnancy led infant's brains to react to it

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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  Too Many Unnecessary Thyroid Biopsies Performed, Experts Say

  Simplified guidelines could reduce number of uncomfortable, worrying procedures

  • Posted August 26, 2013
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