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Tai Chi may improve knee pain in older adults
New research published in the journal Arthritis Care & Research has found that regular Tai Chi exercise may both reduce pain and improve function in older adults with osteoarthritis of the knee. Read Summary > -
Tips for a safe Halloween
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers this list of safety tips on treats, costumes, pumpkins, and trick-or-treating. Read Summary > -
Knee pain condition may improve with therapy: study
People who suffer from the severe knee pain condition known as patellofemoral pain syndrome fare better with supervised physical therapy than they do taking a "wait and see" approach, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Healthcare system wastes as much as $800 billion each year: report
A new report from Thomson Reuters has found that the U.S. healthcare system wastes up to $800 billion every year, and that proposed healthcare reform measures could be paid for by eliminating these wasteful practices. Read Summary > -
Feds to halt medical marijuana prosecutions
President Obama's administration has decided to cease prosecutions of medical marijuana suppliers and users, provided they obey state laws concerning the drug's use for medical purposes. Read Summary > -
Dextrose may prevent post-op nausea
According to new research, giving patients dextrose--a form of glucose--may help prevent the nausea and vomiting many experience after surgery. Read Summary > -
Duke's 'Coach K' says OA can be beaten
Duke University basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski talks about how he's winning his battle against osteoarthritis. Read Summary > -
Glucosamine doesn't prevent joint damage: study
University of Pittsburgh researchers say the popular arthritis supplement glucosamine does not prevent joint damage in patients with osteoarthritis. Read Summary >
