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New stem cell lines approved for tax-paid research (AP) (Dec-2, 17:44 EDT )-- AP - Scientists can start using taxpayer dollars to do research with 13 batches of embryonic stem cells and the government says dozens more cell lines should be available soon, opening a new era for the potentially life-saving field.
Fatty acids in diet affect ulcerative colitis risk (Reuters) (Dec-2, 17:13 EDT )-- Reuters - People who eat lots of red meat, cook with certain types of oil, and use some kinds of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA)-heavy margarines may be increasing their risk of a painful inflammatory bowel disease, a study in more than 200,000...
In Women, Aspirin Might Ward Off Eye Trouble (HealthDay) (Dec-2, 17:04 EDT )-- HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, Dec. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Women who take low-dose aspirin to protect their heart might be helping their eyes as well.
Sugary Colas Tied to Gestational Diabetes (HealthDay) (Dec-2, 17:04 EDT )-- HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, Dec. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Women who drink five or more servings of sugar-sweetened cola per week before they conceive increase their risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy, a new study indicates.
Health Highlights: Dec. 2, 2009 (HealthDay) (Dec-2, 17:04 EDT )-- HealthDay - Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:
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