EXTEpilepsy Drug Aids Muscle Disorder (HealthDay)The epilepsy drug valproate appears to ease the symptoms of adults who have a genetic disorder called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), which seriously weakens muscles, a small U.S. study finds.
Women, Men May Start Smoking for Different Reasons (HealthDay)Social pressure and other environmental factors are more likely to trigger smoking in women, while genetic factors play a larger role in determining whether or not men pick up the habit, U.S. research suggests.
Secondhand Smoke a Threat to All, Surgeon General Warns (HealthDay)No amount of secondhand smoke is safe.
Protein May Fight Lung Cancers (HealthDay)Spanish ID:533427–>
Poor Sleep Contributes to Health Problems (HealthDay)New studies are discovering just how vital sleep is to overall health.
Poor Sleep Can Have Big Impact on Kids (HealthDay)Sleep-related breathing and movement disorders in children are linked to attention-deficit and behavioral problems, researchers report.
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