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Chronic Heartburn May Boost Risk for Esophageal Cancer
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Inflammation of tissue lining the esophagus could be the cause, study says
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 FRIDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Inflammation caused by chronic heartburn may increase the risk of esophageal cancer, a new study finds.
The condition -- formally known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) -- occurs when a muscle at the end of the esophagus doesn't close properly, allowing stomach contents to leak back into the esophagus and irritate it.
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Research With Dogs Points to Early Test for Arthritis
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One drop of blood can predict the joint disease before symptoms appear, scientists say
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 FRIDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- A new test that can detect and predict osteoarthritis before patients experience symptoms was developed by analyzing the joints of dogs with arthritis.
Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, affects more than 27 million adults in the United States. Early detection of the disease, which causes pain and swelling in the joints, would allow bet |
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• 'Bad' Fat May Hurt Brain Function Over Time
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But researchers report that 'good' fat may help preserve thinking and memory
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• Military Marriages Stay Strong in Face of Challenges: Study
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U.S. service members no more likely to divorce than civilians, researchers say
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• Underage Drinkers Can Easily Order Alcohol From the Internet
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Study found young online buyers were successful nearly half the time
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• Diabetes Can Take a Toll on Your Emotions
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And this psychological component may make it harder to control the blood-sugar disorder, experts say
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• Tiny Tots in the Dentist's Chair Among Changes in Pediatric Dentistry
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Options for kids now include sealants and early removal of wisdom teeth
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• Test Baby Boomers for Hepatitis C, Says CDC
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Undetected disease can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, agency notes
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• Gene Tests May Not Drive Patients to More Medical Care
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Knowing personal risks for certain diseases doesn't seem to spur health care overuse, study finds
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• Healthy Dieting in Pregnancy May Be Helpful
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Review found fewer excess pounds and complications with healthy diet vs. exercise
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• From One Generation to the Next, Dental Care Changes
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Mom of 3 notes less trepidation from kids, more choices from dentists
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