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12 Common Health Myths Debunked
Despite what your parents told you, swallowed gum won't take 7 years to digest. And that's just one of the things they got wrong! Read Summary > -
FDA Advises Against Avastin for Breast Cancer
U.S. Food and Drug Administration officials have recommended revoking approval of the medication Avastin (bevacizumab) for the treatment of breast cancer. Read Summary > -
Extra Servings of Exercise Help Nibble Away at Holiday Calories
Treating yourself to small servings of extra food during the holiday season can cause you to pack on the pounds, but sneaking small extra servings of exercise may help, experts say. Read Summary > -
Need for Support Extends Far Past Chemo: Study
Maintaining support from family and informal support groups remains important even after women finish chemotherapy, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Researchers Determine Safest Surgical Margin for Removal During Breast Surgery
Taking an extra 2millimeter margin of healthy breast tissue during breast surgery may help prevent residual breast cancer, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Clenching Muscles May Boost Will Power
Researchers found that it didn't matter which muscle was tightened--finger, calf, hand, or biceps, but the will-power boost only worked during the moment they faced the self-control dilemma. Read Summary > -
Yoga May Soothe Fibromyalgia, Arthritis Pain
A two-hour weekly Hatha yoga class that combines poses with meditation and discussion may help people who suffer from fibromyalgia and chronic pain, such as arthritis. Read Summary > -
Low Vitamin D Linked to Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study
Women who are diagnosed with late-stage and aggressive breast cancer are more likely to have a low vitamin D level than women who have less aggressive cancer. Read Summary >
