More women over 30 seeking treatment for disorders such as anorexia, bulimia
By AMY FORLITI Associated Press Writer
      MINNEAPOLIS Kelli Smith was nervous as she walked into the Philadelphia treatment center, seeking help at last for her anorexia. Looking around at the other patients, she was struck by how young they seemed. "I just kind of looked around and I thought, 'Oh, where is someone my age?'" recalls Smith.
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Step two in becoming fit by September
By PAUL CAUDILL
      It is week two now and you should be on your way feeling better after the little bit of walking you performed last week. The plans for this week will be a little bit longer than last week, but do not worry, as you will easily be able walk the extra time.
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What causes heart valves to go bad?
By PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D.
      DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I had a double heart bypass done seven years ago. I have emphysema. Now I have three out of four heart valves that are bad. My doctor says I need surgery, but he wants to put it off as long as possible because of my health. I have had many surgeries, but for the first time in my life, I am scared of surgery.
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