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Your Health: Sneezin' and Wheezin'

Could It Be Global Warming?

There was a time—say, in the last decade—when doctors were quick to point out at least one benefit of getting older: You were likely to outgrow existing allergies.
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Your Health: In-and-Out Surgeries Are Good, Right?

Healthy Living

The Ups and Downs of Outpatient Procedures

Thirty years ago, having surgery meant spending at least one night in the hospital. In fact you might find yourself spending days there. More>>

Your Health: Sugar

Healthy Living

Myth Buster: Sugar Causes Diabetes

Myth: Eating too much sugar leads to diabetes. Facts: Contrary to popular belief, sugar doesn’t cause diabetes. More>>

Your Health: Living With Alzheimer's

Diseases & Conditions

Alzheimer's: Why There’s Real Reason to Hope

From two "landmark" medicines that target Alzheimer's in a totally new way, researchers are reporting some encouraging results. More>>

Your Health: Discoveries - Alzheimer's

Discoveries

New Knees and Hips—They're Worth the Hassle

Recovery from knee or hip replacement can be difficult and long, but in the end older patients get significant relief from the pain. More>>

Your Health: Drug Dispensers

Medications

Databank USA: Drug Dispensers

A look at the number of independent community pharmacies in each state, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands in 2007. More>>

Your Health: Off-Label Drugs

Medications

Drugs—and Dollars—Down the Drain

Every week two nurses gather at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale in New York to toss perfectly good pills down the toilet. More>>

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Q. I need help with my prescription drug costs and I'm too young for Medicare. What can I do?

A. Contact the manufacturer of your medicine: Most companies offer free or low-cost prescription drugs to low-income people who meet their eligibility guidelines. More>>

Q. How can I find out if a brand-name drug has a generic equivalent?

A. The simplest way to check if a brand-name drug has a generic equivalent is to ask your doctor or pharmacist. More>>

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