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New research suggests that a wait-and-watch approach for prostate cancer isn't being used often enough

Radiation Therapy Most Common Treatment for Prostate Cancer

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Research raises concerns about possible overuse of radiation therapy
More people are dying from hypothermia in the United States

CDC: Increase in Hypothermia Deaths Over Past Decade

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Those most at risk include seniors, the mentally ill, and those living alone
Based on prior evidence

Ebola Transmitted Via Cough Possible, Not Likely

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Researchers suggest close contact with droplets could create exposure
Fast-replicating strains of HIV damage the immune system in the very early stages of infection

Fast-Replicating HIV Strains Damage Immune System Earlier

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These fast-replicating strains appear to result in quicker progression
The use of power morcellation to remove fibroids in the uterus can end up spreading bits of hidden cancerous tumors throughout the abdomen

Cancer Prevalence Low in Power Morcellation Fibroid Removal

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Researchers call the findings 'reassuring,' but FDA warnings remain for older women
Skin damage caused by ultraviolet radiation continues long after sun exposure

Sun Damage to Skin Can Continue After Dark

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Chemiexcitation is a slow process; "an evening-after" sunscreen possible prevention
A new study may dampen some of the enthusiasm about treadmill desks. Researchers found that the desks are expensive

Researchers Question Benefits of Treadmill Desks

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They add about 1,000 steps to a user's day
For patients with coronary chronic total occlusion and well-developed collateral circulation

Revascularization Cuts Mortality, MACE in Coronary CTO

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Revascularization versus medication linked to reduced incidence of cardiac mortality, MACE
Endoscopes that were used to perform digestive procedures between October and January were contaminated with carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae

Duodenoscopes Infected With CRE at UCLA Med Center

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Endoscopes blamed for spread of potentially deadly bacteria
The Affordable Care Act remains one of the most significant -- and controversial -- achievements of President Barack Obama's presidency. And Americans remain deeply divided over the health-care reform law that was signed by Obama five years ago

HealthDay/Harris Poll: Americans Still Divided Over ACA

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A consistent 30 percent of Americans favor repeal of Affordable Care Act