Why Would You Need an MRI Scan?

MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging) is a noninvasive medical test that is used by physicians to help diagnose and treat medical conditions.  MRI uses powerful magnetic field and radio frequency pulses t...
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CDC: The rise of prescription drug deaths

The rise of prescription drug deaths concerns public health officials as statistics released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show how deaths have quadrupled between 1999 and 20...
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Flu Season Approaches: Get vaccinated

As we head into the flu season, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has different advice this year for the flu vaccine. Who should be vaccinated The government recommends a yearly inf...
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Challenge for Healthcare.gov: Tax Forms

Many Americans won’t forget the federal agency that had delays in launching the health insurance website just last fall. Any defects on this one could cause a possible delay for tax refunds to many A...
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How to Deal with Fall Allergies

  If you have fall allergies, you may have noticed that you are sniffling and sneezing much more this year than past years.  That is because pollen count in Dallas have increased much more.  Due...
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Bed Bugs: Vacation Crashers, Be Aware!

Taking a vacation is one of the most relaxing things to do to get away from a stress filled life. From going somewhere tropical like the Bahamas to getting some skiing done in the mountains of Colora...