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Information collected between 2001 and 2006 shows researchers that MRSA, a deadly superbug, is present in the nasal cavities of people with chronic and acute sinusitis.
 
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In a new research study, lab rats were fed a high salt diet and grapes. The grapes helped to lower the rats blood pressure despite the increased sodium intake.
 
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This test may prove to be a simple and less invasive method of detecting diabetic retinopathy and other vision-related problems.
 
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All Americans Should Have Equal Mental Health CareGeorge Bush
President Bush signed a bill into law that provides guidelines for equal mental health care for all Americans.
Salt No Longer Linked to HypertensionSalt Shaker
For the longest time, salt or sodium was thought to be one of the contributing causes of high blood pressure or hypertension.
Olive Oil May Reduce HungerOlives
Researchers have found a link between the fatty acids in olive oil and hunger reduction according to a new study.
Exotic Animals May Carry Disease Risk Into Home Cockatoo
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