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Common Menopause Therapy May Raise Cancer Risk

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is used by millions of women to treat menopause. HRT, however, has been shown to pose health risks, including increasing the chances of getting ovarian cancer.

Women, Sex and Sjogren's Syndrome

Sjogren's syndrome — many have never heard of it. This condition with the hard-to-pronounce name (it's "show-grins") is a common autoimmune disease, however, and it may be linked to sexual problems in women.

Smoking May Be Even Riskier Than Once Thought

Smokers, it’s never too late to quit — and there may now be even more good reasons to do so.

How a Healthy Heart May Keep You Mobile

A heart-friendly lifestyle is one of your best bets for preventing strokes and heart attacks, and it may help many stay mobile and independent for longer as they age.

Good News After Cancer Scares for Hopeful Moms-to-Be

Getting abnormal Pap smear results can be scary — a fear that is sometimes compounded by a fear that follow-up procedures may reduce fertility. New evidence suggests, however, that many women who undergo these procedures can expect joyful surprises later in life.

Ride Your Way to Motor Improvement After Stroke

The last thing you want after a stroke is someone making you ride a bicycle at a fast pace, but that might be just what you need.

Pepperidge Farm Bagels Recalled

Pepperidge Farm is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of bagels because they may contain undeclared allergens, including peanuts and almonds.

Hospira Recalls Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection

Hospira, Inc., (NYSE: HSP) has announced a voluntary recall of ketorolac tromethamine injection, USP in the United States and Singapore due to potential particulate.

FDA Approves Rx for Diabetic Retinopathy

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today expanded the approved use for Lucentis (ranibizumab injection) 0.3 mg to treat diabetic retinopathy (DR) in patients with diabetic macular edema (DME).

Stroke Patients May Need to Put the Brakes on Driving

While some stroke survivors may resume routine activities, not all return to their normal abilities. Even a mild stroke can make driving a dangerous proposition.

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