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The seven worst habits of workaholics revealed
You might be working harder and longer in a desperate bid to succeed, but if you are doing so at the cost of your health, then you need to get rid of those workaholic habits. ANI

The fountain of youth may lie in a low-calorie diet
Want to know the mantra for slowing down the aging process and living longer? Well, then here it is: cut back on those calories, thats what a New Saint Louis University research suggests. ANI

Small pox drug may harbour common cold cure
Scientists at Saint Louis University have found that a smallpox drug may harbour the cure for a common cold. ANI

Probiotics May Benefit Health and Quality of Life of Older People
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The 4 simple steps to reverse damage from fast food diet
You can reverse the damage caused to liver and other vital organs due to unhealthy eating habits, by simply quitting the detrimental lifestyle, says a leading liver specialist at Saint Louis University. ANI

Obese pregnant women need to control calorie intake, maintain active lifestyle
Overweight pregnant women need to control their calorie intake and maintain a physically active lifestyle in order to fight hypertension and diabetes, says an expert. ANI

Now, a robotic dog that eases loneliness like a real pooch
For those who cant look after their pet dog but would love to keep one, Sony has manufactured a doggie robot, Aibo, which is almost similar to real dogs in terms of alleviating loneliness and causing emotional attachments. ANI

The Dos and Donts for parents to monitor teen dating
When it comes to teenage dating and relationships, parents need to lay down boundaries, says a Saint Louis University physician. ANI

Physicians uncertain of therapeutic approaches for heart failure patients
Researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine have found that most physicians are uncertain about the approaches to care for heart failure patients. ANI

Study sheds more light on poxviruses ability to evade immune system
Scientists have charted the structure and actions of a powerful substance that enables poxviruses to evade the immune system. ANI

Study sheds more light on poxviruses ability to evade immune system
Scientists have charted the structure and actions of a powerful substance that enables poxviruses to evade the immune system. ANI

Small tumours linked to higher likelihood of surviving pancreatic cancer
A recent study, led by an Indian researcher, has revealed that the chances of surviving pancreatic cancer significantly increases if the tumours are smallest. ANI

Study shows how to prevent muscle weakness caused by myasthenia gravis
Researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine have found that severe muscle weakness caused by myasthenia gravis, a debilitating autoimmune disorder, can be stopped or reversed by blocking a key step in the immune response that triggers the disease. ANI

Seven steps to keep cold and flu at bay in winter
With winters, comes the dreaded cold and flu. However, following a few simple actions is all one needs to do to significantly reduce your chances of getting sick or spreading germs to family, friends and coworkers. ANI

New Clean Technology and Semiconductor Analysts Strengthen Piper Jaffray Research Expertise and St. Louis Market Presence
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Doc advises spontaneous physical fun to stay young
If you are willing to stay young, just add some sizzle, such as dancing, drinking wine and eating chocolate, to your lifestyle, according to a new book. ANI

Interferon does not slow, halt progression of Hepatitis C in some patients
A new study has found that interferon does not slow or stop the progression of chronic hepatitis C and advanced liver disease in patients who havent responded to earlier attempts to get rid of the disease. ANI

Chemical that triggers Parkinsons disease identified
A team of researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine has identified the key brain chemical that triggers Parkinsons disease. ANI

Injectable protein may attack source of Alzheimers disease
Researchers have identified a special protein, which when injected in mice that have an animal version of Alzheimers disease can help reverse learning problems. ANI

Injectable protein may attack source of Alzheimers disease
Researchers have identified a special protein, which when injected in mice that have an animal version of Alzheimers disease can help reverse learning problems. ANI

Obese moms-to-be dont have to gain weight
A Saint Louis University study has found that during pregnancy, severely obese women should lose weight while obese women should gain less weight than recommended. ANI

Researchers find how cholesterol plays a part in heart disease and stroke
Researchers at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine have discovered that cholesterol contributes to atherosclerosis. ANI

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