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Study: how sharply should we cut salt?

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:23:58 GMT

Make no mistake: Most Americans eat way too much, not just from salt shakers but because of sodium hidden inside processed foods and restaurant meals. But there's no good evidence that eating super-low levels offers benefits.

United by loss

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:56:38 GMT

Teen transplant receives heart of childhood friend killed by hit-and-run driver.

Keeping organs 'alive' outside the body

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:06:14 GMT

Placing healthy organs in the same container we use to keep soda cold at a picnic seems archaic. But until recently, it was the only option hospitals had. That changed with heart-in-a-box.

Heart attacks: What you should know

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:06:48 GMT

Immediate medical attention is crucial if you are having a heart attack. After a heart attack, it's important to reflect upon your lifestyle.

Sleep paralysis affects many people

Shannon Halligan — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 20:24:57 GMT

It's a condition that may be more common than you think, sleep paralysis.

Finding fitness that works for you

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 23:17:54 GMT

Researching a health topic can lead to confusion, frustration for newbies

Stomach virus causing pain and nausea

Nick Bannin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:43:11 GMT

An illness that's affected many of us in western Massachusetts isn't the flu.

Dying wish fulfilled

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:35:37 GMT

All Jorie Rogers wanted was for her son to have the most amazing first birthday party ever.

Going the Distance

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:47:53 GMT

When it comes to race training, "No pain, No gain" is a common motto for hard-core runners. But when the pain is more than some soreness or muscle stiffness, it is time to stop.

Diabetes: Early Lessons

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:44:49 GMT

Fourth grade students at De Escandon Elementary in Edinburg, Texas are learning about diabetes.

Heart repair advances reduces surgeries

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 20:21:22 GMT

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Energy drinks & your heart

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 15:07:11 GMT

Study finds energy drinks have an immediate impact on heart rate and blood pressure.