Thursday 19 September 2019

530 Sick, 7 Dead from Mysterious Vaping Illnesses

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The 530 cases in 38 states and one territory include both confirmed and probable ones, said Anne Schuchat, MD, principal deputy director of the CDC. The seven deaths are from six states.



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Should You Keep Taking Zantac for Your Heartburn?


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Just 2 Weeks on the Couch Starts to Damage Your Body

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After two weeks of couch potato life, the study volunteers underwent a battery of testing. These results were compared to findings measured when the study started.



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Are Personalized Diets Ready for Prime Time?

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Personalized diets use your own microbiome to outline the best foods for your own body. But not everyone is convinced they're the answer.



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Is It Time to Quit Vaping?


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