March 8, 2017 — House Republicans have unveiled their replacement plan for the Affordable Care Act. The bill, called the American Health Care Act, keeps a number of the current law’s provisions in place but dramatically...
Read MoreOn March 12, most of us (unless you live in Arizona or Hawaii) will set our clocks ahead one hour. Losing an hour of sleep to gain an extra hour of sunlight may seem like a small change, but springing forward interrupts your...
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Read MoreSays the products are no better than traditional soap, and may pose risk of bacterial resistance The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is banning most antibacterial soaps and body washes currently on store shelves, arguing that...
Read MoreBananas are a fascinating fruit in terms of their carbohydrate and sugar content. Even though bananas are a fruit that tastes quite sweet when ripe—containing 14-15 grams of total sugar—bananas receive a rating of low in their...
Read MoreA CDC expert explains why your child needs the flu vaccine, how many doses to get, and when. Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD Every fall, millions of U.S. children get flu vaccinations at their pediatricians’ offices. The...
Read MoreWebMD News from HealthDay Aug. 18, 2016 — The experimental drug esketamine (also known as ketamine) has been placed on the fast track for U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for treating major depression, according...
Read MoreNot all lettuce is created equal, but if you start your meal with a salad made of romaine lettuce you will be sure to add not only a variety of textures and flavors to your meal but an enormous amount of nutritional value. The...
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Can turkey help stabilize insulin levels? The George Mateljan Foundation is a not-for-profit...
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By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Aug. 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) — It’s...
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Read MoreBy Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Aug. 3, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Some skin products contain mercury and pose a threat to your health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. It’s important to check...
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