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Ay, there’s the rub: Which type of massage is right for you?

Who doesn’t feel exhilarated at the thought of a great massage? They offer a range of pleasurable sensations ...

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Quick action, trauma team save shark-bite victim from disability

The ocean is full of surprises – some breathtaking, others terrifying. For Eddie Jarmakowicz, a day of spearfishing ...

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Pulmonary nodules: Early screening lowers lung cancer risk

Finding out you have a pulmonary nodule can be an unwelcome surprise – especially if you haven’t had ...

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Surgical options for repairing abdominal hernias keep improving

Have you noticed a bulge in your abdomen that appears when you stand, cough or strain – but ...

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Hand osteoarthritis: Common and unpleasant, but treatable

Have you noticed that opening jars, buttoning shirts, or even holding a pan has become more cumbersome or ...

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Latest on treatment for tennis (and golf) elbow

It takes a lot of hard work and elbow grease to become a good tennis or golf player. ...

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Nobody’s perfect, so don’t be too hard on yourself

Being hypercritical and hard on yourself as a means of motivation can be counterproductive in a bunch of ...

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Liquid biopsies find cancer sooner, help doctors tailor treatment

Cancer detection and treatment may be on the cusp of a paradigm shift thanks to the rise of ...

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For optimal recovery, start post-surgery physical therapy promptly

So, you finally took the plunge and got a knee replacement after years of limping around in pain. ...

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‘It’s challenging’: Trying to solve the puzzle of adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a gynecologic condition that causes endometrial tissue in the lining of the uterus to grow into ...

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Advances in kidney cancer treatment offer patients new hope

The Kidney Cancer Association reports that – just since Jan. 1, 2024 – an impressive 79 new clinical ...

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How a short midday nap can boost your cognitive health

In a fast-paced, sleep-deprived world, napping may seem like a luxury – or worse, a sign of laziness. ...