Friday 5 October 2018

Low-Dose Aspirin May Cut Ovarian Cancer Risk

Researchers say that women who reported recent, regular use of low-dose aspirin (100 milligrams or less) had a 23 percent lower risk of developing ovarian cancer than those who did not regularly take aspirin.



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FDA Allows Sales of First Self-Fitting Hearing Aid

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The Bose Hearing Aid is for mild to moderate hearing loss. It's the first of its kind where users can set and fit it themselves.



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'Broken Heart Syndrome' Needs Careful Monitoring

Broken heart syndrome, a sudden weakening of the heart muscle brought on by stressful events, can lead to bigger heart problems, and people who have it should be monitored closely, a new study says.



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Mediterranean Diet May Help Preserve Your Vision

The Mediterranean diet’s combination of fruits, legumes, whole grains, olive oil and fish seems to reduce the risk of late-stage age-related macular degeneration, a new study finds.



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Study: Vitamin D Supplements Don't Build Bone

A review of previously published studies found that taking either high or low doses of vitamin D supplements didn't prevent fractures or falls, or improve bone density.



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