Health Discoveries in 2011-03
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Mercury from fish not harmful to heart health
March 28, 2011
Research at the Harvard School of Public Health and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston shows that heart health isn't compromised by eating fish that contains mercury.
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Immunity research on prostate cancer targets gene
March 28, 2011
A prostate cancer study by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) has found that the gene FOXO3 affects the immune response in cancer cells and can be targeted to fight the disease.
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March campaigns focus on eye health
March 16, 2011
Two awareness campaigns in March focus on maintaining healthy eyes, both in the workplace and at home.
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Earlier rehab after knee surgery has many benefits
March 8, 2011
Healing after knee replacement quickens if patients start rehabilitation within 24 hours after their surgery, a new Spanish study has found.
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Oral steroids show positive results for rhinosinusitis
March 3, 2011
A Scottish study indicates that a short regimen of oral steroids, rather than using steroid nasal spray, may have better results for people who suffer from chronic rhinosinusitis.
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