Saturday, December 1, 2018

Younger School Entry Could Set Stage for ADHD Diagnosis by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS


By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

The youngest children in kindergarten are more likely to be diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in early grades, a study shows, an intriguing finding for parents on the fence about when to start their child in school.

Published: November 27, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Thursday, November 29, 2018

It Looked Like a Beer Belly. It Turned Out He Had a 77-Pound Tumor. by CHRISTINA CARON


By CHRISTINA CARON

As his stomach grew and the rest of his body got thinner, Hector Hernandez knew something was wrong, but he never suspected it was cancer.

Published: November 28, 2018 at 07:00PM

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You Don’t Want French Fries With That by CHRISTOPHER MELE


By CHRISTOPHER MELE

Fries are unhealthy but undeniably tasty, so if you do indulge, here is some expert advice.

Published: November 28, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Belgium Investigates Doctors Who Euthanized Autistic Woman by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS


By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Belgian officials are investigating whether doctors improperly euthanized a woman with autism, the first criminal investigation in a euthanasia case since the practice was legalized in 2002 in the European nation.

Published: November 26, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Battle Against Ebola in Congo Pits Medical Hope Against Local Chaos by DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.


By DONALD G. McNEIL Jr.

A vaccine and new treatments are on hand, but the outbreak is in an area rife with unpredictable gunfire, bandits and suspicion of outsiders.

Published: November 26, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Juul’s New Product: Less Nicotine, More Intense Vapor by SHEILA KAPLAN


By SHEILA KAPLAN

In an effort to expand overseas sales, the company is designing a way to reduce nicotine levels but enhance the rate of absorption in the body.

Published: November 26, 2018 at 07:00PM

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Monday, November 26, 2018

Only Romaine From Central and Northern California Is Unsafe, F.D.A. Says by SHEILA KAPLAN


By SHEILA KAPLAN

Federal health officials believe it’s safe to eat the lettuce if it’s grown in greenhouses or other regions — and is labeled as such.

Published: November 25, 2018 at 07:00PM

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