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Deep Brain Stimulation May Help in Early Stages of Parkinson's

Study finding suggests therapy could be useful for more than just advanced cases.

2/13/2013

'Hovering' Moms May Take Fun Out of Play

Preschoolers in study played most cheerfully when mothers were warm but non-interfering.

2/13/2013

Little-Known Respiratory Infection Sends Many Kids to Hospital

Discovered in 2001, human metapneumovirus is worse in very young, very old.

2/13/2013

Valentine's Day a Show of Wealth for Single Men?

Unmarried guys spend the most, signaling their fitness as mates, expert says

2/13/2013

Patients Urged to Watch for Trouble After Colon Surgery

Wound drainage, bowel problems, fever can signal post-op complications, expert panel says.

2/13/2013

Outdoor Fast-Food Ads Linked to Obesity, Study Suggests

Where neighborhood advertising promotes eating, more residents are overweight, research finds.

2/13/2013

Report Calls for Better U.S. Efforts to Fight Counterfeit Drugs

Institute of Medicine panel says international cooperation also needed to combat public health threat.

2/13/2013

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