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ATLANTA The Atkins diet may have proved itself after all: A low-carb diet and a Mediterranean-style regimen helped people lose more weight than a traditional low-fat diet in one of the longest and largest studies to compare the dueling weight-loss techniques. More ... DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Isn't it odd to come down with asthma at age 66? They tell me I have it. I had a cough that started this past winter, and it wouldn't go away. It comes in spurts and is always worse at night. My family doctor sent me to a lung doctor, who did all sorts of tests on me; his verdict was asthma. No one believes me when I say I have asthma. More ... CHICAGO One of the largest studies of its kind shows just how sluggish American children become once they hit the teen years: While 90 percent of 9-year-olds get a couple of hours of exercise most days, fewer than 3 percent of 15- year-olds do. More ... In today's busy world, your doctor appointment may only last 10 to 15 minutes. It is important to be prepared so you get the most out of your visit. Know Your Stuff Come to every appointment with the following: • A list of questions. It is very easy to forget what you wanted to ask, and you may not be able to get in touch with your doctor later. More ... Christine Day, a certified nursing assistant at the Letcher County Health Department checked Elisha Baker's blood pressure July 18 at the Blair Mall at Ermine. Free health screenings and educational materials were provided at the health and fitness fair. More ... |
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