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09/10/2009 - Articles
Alzheimer's Test: DIY Alzheimer’s test, fast and accurate

Alzheimer's Test: DIY Alzheimer’s test, fast and accurate

Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is a disease that affects many people over the age of 50. Characterized by memory loss, loss in reasoning and decision-making ability; it affects not only the victim, but also friends and relatives. Read more

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09/10/2009 - Articles
Broken Hip

Broken Hip: How to Survive a Broken Hip?

A broken hip is a complete or partial break in the proximal end of the femur (also called thighbone), near the hip joint..About 300,000 Americans are hospitalized for a broken hip every year. Falls leading to a broken hip are fairly common in older folk. The outcome after surgery seems to depend a lot on the risk of postoperative complications, which themselves are influenced by the general health of the patient before their injury. Read more

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09/09/2009 - Articles

Warfarin risks and benefits revealed

Warfarin is an anticoagulant drug that is used in treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF), a condition affecting as many as 2.3 million Americans.  In AF, the upper chambers of the heart beat out of sync, which can increase the risk of blood clotting and ischemic stroke.  Read more

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09/08/2009 - Articles

Gout and Alcohol Intake

Gout has been associated with drinking too much alcohol throughout the ages, but only now has a study been done that analyses which sort of drink is most responsible. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
Trip Tips

Trip Tips: Introduction to the Series

Travel is one of the finest and most life-enhancing stimulants to good health, happiness and longevity. But there are many challenges and pitfalls that this series of hints, tips and advice will help you avoid. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
Trip Tips

Trip Tips #1: Tips on Tips

The traumas of tipping can spoil otherwise enjoyable dining and other travel experiences. Here the mysteries are removed and simple solutions suggested. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
Trip Tips

Trip Tips #2: Avoiding Travel Agent Traumas

Travel scams come in all forms and often in enticing disguises. Here are some ways to ensure that you have a reliable travel agent. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
Trip Tips

Trip Tips #3 : Getting the Best from Car Rentals -- From Subcompact to Super Luxury and Other Hiring Hints

Car rentals can be complex and full of hidden scams. Here's how to ensure you get the best treatment and price. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
Trip Tips

Trip Tips #4: Terrific Trip-Netting Sites

Despite the fickleness of websites, here are a dozen of the most reliable addresses for travel information and advice. Read more

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09/04/2009 - Articles
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Trip Tips #5: Turning Economy Blues into Bonanzas

Here's how to make your airstrips far more convenient, comfortable, entertaining and pleasurable. Read more

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