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April 2012
NCH publishes monthly newsletters covering several health topics that may be of interest to you. Please click on a newsletter below:
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Breast Health News
A drug that can cut the risk for breast cancer has a serious down side: Aromasin appears to cause bone loss in postmenopausal women.
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Diabetes Health News
Diabetes complications can affect the eyes, kidneys, heart - and hearing. Women with poorly controlled diabetes may be at higher risk for hearing loss than those who keep their blood sugar well controlled. Read More
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For Your Child News
A small but growing number of moms-to-be are choosing to deliver their babies at home. But a new study finds that babies born at home are at higher risk for complications, including low Apgar scores and seizures. Read More
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Heart Care News
Thanks to a push by public health agencies like the CDC, some Americans are eating less trans fats. That's good news for heart health, because trans fats raise the risk for cardiovascular disease.Read More
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Men's Health News
Men who smoke in middle age have a more rapid decline in memory, learning, and thinking than women who smoke. And the effects linger even after men quit smoking.Read More
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Mind & Body News
Researchers say that looking at how fast an older patient walks and how strong the person's grip is may help doctors predict who is at risk for age-related dementia.
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Women's Health News
Women who spend most of their life breathing air pollution are more likely to have a decline in mental functioning as they age, a new study says. Read More
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