Arthritis in the Shoulder
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com The shoulder is involved in almost every movement of the upper body, so it should come as no surprise that it can also hurt. About 5% of all visits to primary care physicians are for shoulder troubles, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons estimates that four million Americans seek medical care each year for shoulder sprains, strains, dislocations, or other problems. Arthritis in the shoulder can cause severe pain and limited range of motion. Here are some common questions about shoulder arthritis. More... Posted in Arthritis on June 15, 2009
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When Should You Treat Your BPH?
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts; www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com How do you know if your BPH is serious enough to require treatment? The International Prostate Symptoms Score was developed to help men evaluate the severity of their BPH symptoms. Johns Hopkins encourages you to take this self-administered test and then read this Health Alert before talking with your urologist about your BPH treatment options. More... Posted in Enlarged Prostate on June 23, 2009
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Energy Drinks: Beverages With an Unhealthy Boost
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com You've seen them in the grocery store refrigerated coolers, with fancy names, like Red Bull, Monster, Full Throttle, and Rockstar. They're the so-called 'energy drinks' that come loaded with caffeine, sugar, vitamins, minerals, and other ingredients. But are they really good for you? Johns Hopkins reviews the data. More... Posted in Healthy Living on June 3, 2009
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Beverages With an Unhealthy Boost
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com You've seen them in the grocery store refrigerated coolers, with fancy names, like Red Bull, Monster, Full Throttle, and Rockstar. They're the so-called 'energy drinks' that come loaded with caffeine, sugar, vitamins, minerals, and other ingredients. But are they really good for you? Johns Hopkins reviews the data. More... Posted in Heart Health on June 26, 2009
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Living Better With Poor Vision
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By Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com Taking a brisk walk is tough to do when you cant see well. Still, some people with limited vision clip along quite well, and researchers at Johns Hopkins are trying to understand why some with poor vision fare better than others and which of their lessons can be passed along. More... Posted in Vision on July 3, 2009
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