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Coping with Allergy Season
Sneezing, irritated skin, watery eyes -- it's springtime again, and allergy season is upon us.
Breathing Smog While Pregnant May Worsen Asthma in Offspring
Prenatal exposure linked to later lung dysfunction, researchers say
Screening for Lung Cancer Might Benefit Those at Highest Risk
But it's not appropriate for most people, researchers say
    Sleep Apnea Linked to Higher Cancer Death Risk
    Cancer compensates, spreads in search for oxygen, researcher suggests
    Study Ties Secondhand Smoke to Bladder Irritation in Kids
    Children aged 4 to 10 were at particular risk from exposure
    Keeping Your Family Safe From Dog Bites
    Medical, veterinary experts offer prevention tips
    Females, Young Athletes Take Longer to Get Over Concussions
    Study found they scored worse on visual memory tests, with symptoms lingering 2 weeks after injury
    Fees Lead Some Kids to Skip After-School Sports: Survey
    Total cost of participating in a sport averages $381, results show
    One-Third of U.S. Homeless Population Is Obese: Study
    They may rely on cheap, fattening foods to fill up, researchers say
    Melanoma a Big Threat to Older Men
    They're less likely than women to take sun precautions and check for growths, survey results show
    Research With Dogs Points to Early Test for Arthritis
    One drop of blood can predict the joint disease before symptoms appear, scientists say
    Underage Drinkers Can Easily Order Alcohol From the Internet
    Study found young online buyers were successful nearly half the time
    Test Baby Boomers for Hepatitis C, Says CDC
    Undetected disease can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, agency notes
    Gene Tests May Not Drive Patients to More Medical Care
    Knowing personal risks for certain diseases doesn't seem to spur health care overuse, study finds
    Chronic Heartburn May Boost Risk for Esophageal Cancer
    Inflammation of tissue lining the esophagus could be the cause, study says
    Military Marriages Stay Strong in Face of Challenges: Study
    U.S. service members no more likely to divorce than civilians, researchers say
    Tiny Tots in the Dentist's Chair Among Changes in Pediatric Dentistry
    Options for kids now include sealants and early removal of wisdom teeth
    From One Generation to the Next, Dental Care Changes
    Mom of 3 notes less trepidation from kids, more choices from dentists
    'Bad' Fat May Hurt Brain Function Over Time
    But researchers report that 'good' fat may help preserve thinking and memory
    Healthy Dieting in Pregnancy May Be Helpful
    Review found fewer excess pounds and complications with healthy diet vs. exercise
    Diabetes Can Take a Toll on Your Emotions
    And this psychological component may make it harder to control the blood-sugar disorder, experts say
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