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Treating a Frozen Shoulder

“Frozen shoulder” is a painful, inflammatory condition that affects mostly people from ages 40-60. It can be treated with steroids, physical therapy, and rest...
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COVID & Monoclonal Antibody Treatment

Two new drugs, monoclonal antibodies that must be given by infusion, have had remarkable success in reducing hospitalizations and deaths by 60- 70 percent in COVID-19 patients, according to Mayo Clinic research.  The drugs are being used under an emergency use authorization by the FDA...
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The Bionic Arm

New prosthetics that work with the brain to move when the patient thinks about it are leading the way in making artificial limbs more lifelike and useful.  These prosthetics aren't readily available now, but researchers say they are a significant advancement...
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Keeping Kids Safe from COVID in Schools

The CDC offers tips for keeping kids safe in school, in light of the growing number of children coming down with cases of COVID-19...
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Sugar and Cancer

There is no direct link between increased sugar consumption and cancer, but researchers say that there is a relationship between eating a lot of sugar and an increased risk for certain types of cancer...
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Flu & COVID Vaccines for Pregnant Women

An OB/GYN tells us why pregnant women are at increased risk for severe illness from flu and COVID-19, and stresses the importance of vaccination...
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Reducing the Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes

Many people gained a lot of weight and stopped exercising during the pandemic lockdown and did not go for their usual preventative screenings. This has put many at risk for dangerous events like heart attacks and strokes. The American Heart Association wants people to schedule those preventive tests and get back in to see their…...
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Obesity and Long-Term COVID

Researchers from the Cleveland Clinic say people infected with COVID-19 have a much higher risk of getting long-term COVID-19 symptoms.  That’s why it is imperative that they get vaccinated...
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