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National Pork Board statement on porcine epidemic diarrhea virus
The USDA has confirmed that porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) has been identified in the United States for the first time through testing at the National Veterinary Services Laboratory. This is not a new virus, nor is it a regulatory/reportable...Tags: Gastroenteritis, Epidemics and Plagues, Symptoms, Viral Diseases and Infections, Diarrhea
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Finding PED disease in swine herds
How do you diagnose a disease that hasn't been seen here before? That's the question that veterinary diagnostic labs, including ours here at SDSU, are grappling with. During the past couple weeks, a disease that previously had not been seen in the...Tags: Vaccines, South Dakota State University, Gastroenteritis, Viral Diseases and Infections, Diarrhea
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More salt in food, but should we take recommended limits with a grain of skepticism?
While many doctors urge patients to curb their sodium intake for better health, the processed food and restaurant industries continue to spike products with large amounts of sodium, according to a recent study. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans in...
Tags: University of Chicago, American Medical Association, Food Industry, Northwestern University, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Pharmacy clinics draw skepticism even as customers flock in
When Akim Reid needed a physical for his job, he couldn't turn to his regular doctor - he doesn't have one. The Loxahatchee, Fla., resident called around for someone to do the exam. Everyone he called could see him . next month. So he went online for a...Tags: Jupiter, Strep Throat, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Flu, Hospitals and Clinics
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What would the world be like if life span were to increase dramatically?
Imagine, for a moment, what might happen if science succeeds in eradicating disease and people live far longer than they do today. Do we toast to the extra years spent embracing loved ones and traveling the planet (maybe other planets?) and learning new...Tags: Arts and Culture, Career and Workplace, Sociology, Global Expansion, Drugs and Medicines
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Scrabble at the Bain Center
Activity Pals For single seniors. Get together with others to attend events, shop, go sightseeing, dine out and more. 301-596-6385. The Bain Center 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia. 410-313-7213. •Acting Up! Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. A theater...Tags: Parkinson's Disease, Museums, Arts and Culture, Medicare, Chess Playing
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Superbug study: 'Universal' MRSA control may make the most sense
Using antibacterial soap and ointments to treat all patients in an intensive care unit — not just those who test positive for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA — reduced presence of the antibiotic-resistant superbug by 37%...
Tags: Harvard Medical School, MRSA, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Hospitals and Clinics, Science and Technology
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Visualizing weight loss surgery through hypnosis
From cutting meals to going under the knife, there are lots of ways to lose weight. Some work, some don't, but we found a couple who says they fooled their brains into thinking they had bariatric surgery. So is it hype or can it really help? Every...
Tags: Diabetes, Weight Loss Surgery, Weight, Health Insurance Cost, Weight Loss
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Certain berry blends sold under Harris Teeter label linked to Hepatitis A outbreak
The Virginia Department of Health and Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services are warning consumers not to eat certain lots of frozen Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Berry Blend sold under the Harris Teeter brand in Virginia, as they...
Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Abdominal Pain, Agriculture, Symptoms, Harris Teeter, Inc.
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Regular exercise has powerful effect on brain health
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm 68 and understand that exercise is good for my health, but I recently read that exercise can also reduce the risk of developing dementia. Is that true, and if so, do researchers know why? ANSWER: Perhaps one of the most feared...Tags: Osteoporosis, MRI (imaging), Hospitals and Clinics, High Blood Pressure, Medical Research
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Community leaders dash for dollars and coveted title
Twenty-three individuals have stepped up to the plate to raise funds on behalf of the Palm Beach chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The 2013 Man & Woman of the Year candidates are taking part in two campaigns within the chapter. The South...Tags: Leukemia, Boca Raton, Kravis Center, Human Interest, Elections
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Local young professionals fundraise to find a cure for cystic fibrosis with annual gala
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host "Fort Lauderdale's Finest" gala June 22, which honors young professionals for their success in business, outstanding leadership and their fundraising commitment to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The evening will...Tags: Broward County, Photography and Video, Fort Lauderdale, Cystic Fibrosis, Services and Shopping
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