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Lower-fat diet reduces risk of dying from breast cancer, major study says
The study showed that women could improve their health with modest changes in what and how much they eat. “This is dietary moderation, it’s not...
How much coffee is too much? New study explores health risks
There is little evidence that drinking moderate amounts of coffee — three to four cups a day — poses any health risk. The key words...
What’s behind the increase of hepatitis C cases in Washington state? VIEW
Cases of hepatitis C have risen over the past few years, affecting IV drug users and baby boomers most. But many people with hepatitis C...
Mexico City declares pollution alert over smoke from fires
MEXICO CITY — Mexico City declared a pollution emergency Tuesday because of smoke from brushfires that has cast a pall over the city of 9...
What helps prevent dementia? Try exercise, not vitamin pills
Since there is no cure, new guidelines from the WHO, similar to what the Alzheimer's Association has been saying, recommend an overall healthy, active lifestyle,...