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A New Autism Guideline Focuses On Early Diagnosis and Treatment
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A New Autism Guideline Focuses On Early Diagnosis and Treatment

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its recommendations for the first time in 12 years when it comes to autism diagnoses. Instead of waiting for formal evaluations, they are urging doctors to identify at-risk children as soon as possible. They would like doctors to begin checking for signs of autism at every well-baby visit…

‘Intermittent Fasting’ Diets Could Boost Your Overall Health Significantly
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‘Intermittent Fasting’ Diets Could Boost Your Overall Health Significantly

We’ve covered the four ‘health’ fads of 2019 that can be bad for you, but here is one that could be good for you! Millions of people make New Year’s resolutions to get fit, lose weight, or eat better. But oftentimes people bite off more than they can chew (pun intended) and set themselves up…

Drinking Alcohol In Moderation Could Lower Risk For Heart Conditions, New Study Finds
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Drinking Alcohol In Moderation Could Lower Risk For Heart Conditions, New Study Finds

A study out of the UK finds that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol could be good for many heart conditions. However, one study in Japan linked even just a little bit of alcohol to increased cancer risk. So, the jury is still out on how beneficial or detrimental alcohol can be on your overall health….

Low-Dose Aspirin May Lower Breast Cancer Risk
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Low-Dose Aspirin May Lower Breast Cancer Risk

In the ongoing ‘California Teachers Study,’ participants have continued to provide important information about their health and lives. More than 57,000 women participating in the study reported their use of aspirin. Researchers found a 20% risk reduction for a common subtype of breast cancer, hormone-receptor positive, HER2 negative, in those taking baby aspirin at least…

Researchers found “Night Owls” can face higher risks for diabetes, heart disease, and cancer
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Researchers found “Night Owls” can face higher risks for diabetes, heart disease, and cancer

Are you a night owl who also work a 9-5 job? If so, you could be doing damage to their health. Luckily, you can make four easy changes to your lifestyle to boost work performance and improve wellbeing. People who thrive at night can really struggle with traditional workday hours that are geared towards morning…

The Benefits of Playing Music Help Your Brain More Than Any Other Activity
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The Benefits of Playing Music Help Your Brain More Than Any Other Activity

Music has powerful effects on our brains. It doesn’t matter if it’s hip-hop, R&B, jazz, electronic, or classical. If you like what’s playing, you’ll feel good and improve your mood. And, according to new research, musical training could help improve your focus. Music and Attention Researchers looked at 18 professional musicians who had been practicing…

Three-Drug Chemo Cocktail Can Improve Survivorship For Pancreatic Cancer
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Three-Drug Chemo Cocktail Can Improve Survivorship For Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic cancer is often deadly. I see this first hand in my practice more often than I’d like. And, unfortunately, a number of my patients have died from it. Detroit’s beloved Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, also succumbed to this illness. The standard treatment for pancreatic cancer is the two drugs nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine. But,…