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When Kids Are Hospitalized, Parents Fret About Errors (HealthDay)

August 7, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

HealthDay - FRIDAY, Aug. 7 (HealthDay News) — Many parents worry that their child may be the victim of medical errors while in the hospital, a new study has found.

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TNF Blockers May Help Some With Rheumatoid Arthritis (HealthDay)

August 6, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

HealthDay - THURSDAY, Aug. 6 (HealthDay News) — Patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who respond poorly to standard treatment with methotrexate may benefit from additional treatment with tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers, a Swedish study suggests.

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Autism May Be Linked to Mom’s Autoimmune Disease (HealthDay)

July 6, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment 

HealthDay - MONDAY, July 6 (HealthDay News) — Children of mothers who have autoimmune diseases such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and celiac disease have up to a three times greater risk for autism, a new study finds.

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Health Tip: Understanding Hay Fever (HealthDay)

June 30, 2009 by · Leave a Comment 

HealthDay - (HealthDay News) — Hay fever — an allergic reaction to pollen — is what causes the runny eyes, sneezing, swelling and itching that makes you miserable when you head outside.

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