Being Single in Midlife Could Raise Risk for Dementia Later

If you are single and in your 40s, it might be a healthy idea to get hitched.  A new Scandinavian study found unmarried middle-aged people are more likely to develop cognitive impairment than their partnered counterparts.
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Health Hazards in Household Cleaners Exposed
A clean, fresh-smelling home may actually be bad for your health, depending on what type of cleaning and air freshening products you use.
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25 Million Americans Are 'Underinsured'
The number of American adults who had inadequate health insurance to cover their medical expenses rose 60 percent from 2003 to 2007, from 16 million to more than 25 million people.
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Researchers Map America's Deadliest Roads
You can now find the deadliest road in your town or your route to work through an online interactive map program that aims to increase public awareness of the need to drive safely.
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Web Site Demystifies Lab Tests
For many Americans, the meanings of various lab tests have long been the Bermuda Triangle of health care: poorly explained and often mysterious.
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Surgery for Endometriosis: Pros and Cons
At some point in your treatment for endometriosis, your doctor will likely recommend surgery. What type of surgery, how the surgery is performed and, most importantly, the reason for the surgery should all be part of your decision as to whether or not to undergo any operation.
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Listen Up: Healthy Hearing is a Blast
Love 'em or hate 'em, this is the season for fireworks. While crowds of people are oohing and aahing at the latest pyrotechnic extravaganza, they may also be risking noise-induced hearing loss.
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