The zinc in nasal sprays and gels meant to treat colds can damage nerves and make it hard to smell, the government says. The maker of Zicam disagrees.
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Zicam Can Cause Loss Of Smell, FDA Says – 422th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009MySpace Friend Gives Woman Kidney – 432th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009Talking about drag racing online leads a woman to an organ donor and new best friend.
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Cost A Major Issue As Senate Starts Health Care – 423th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009Senate Democrats on Wednesday took the first major step toward a sweeping overhaul of the health care system in over a decade, pushing legislation despite strenuous GOP opposition and uncertainty about its provisions and costs.
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Why High Health Costs Hurt Economy – 433th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009How big a role does health care play in the nation’s economy?
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Menopause Hurts Women’s Ability To Learn – 424th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009As a woman experiences her final menstrual periods, her brain can’t pick up new information as well, a study says.
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Little Proof UN Health Programs Work – 434th Edition
Thursday, June 18th, 2009The world has spent billions trying to save people from death and disease in poor countries, but just what the world’s gotten for its money isn’t clear
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Obama Puts $1T Price Tag On Health Reform – 419th Edition
Monday, June 15th, 2009President Barack Obama bluntly told doctors Monday he opposes their highest legislative priority — limiting malpractice awards — and got a smattering of boos from an audience he was here to court for his health care overhaul plan.
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Porn Industry Worries About HIV Case – 420th Edition
Monday, June 15th, 2009Health officials look into the latest HIV case reported in California’s multibillion-dollar porn industry.
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Light Popcorn Makes Great Snack On Diet – 421th Edition
Monday, June 15th, 2009Popcorn is a tasty treat, and it fills you up so you don’t crave other foods. But do non-fatty, “light” versions from the microwave really taste great?
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Friend Says Boy Responding To Forced Chemotherapy – 418th Edition
Monday, June 15th, 2009X-rays show the tumor in the chest of a 13-year-old boy who resisted treatment has shrunk significantly after two courses of court-ordered chemotherapy, a family spokesman said Monday.
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