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Millions of Baby Boomers Could Have Hepatitis C

By Shauna Wright Yesterday | TheCheckup.com

Federal health officials are warning that deaths from the liver-destroying hepatitis C virus are on the rise, and that baby boomers are especially at risk.

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Scientists Develop New Way To Treat Prostate, Pancreatic Cancer

By Daryl Nelson 3 days ago | TheCheckup.com

Researchers in Sweden may have developed new technology to properly monitor laser light therapy to treat prostate and pancreatic cancer.

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Should Healthcare Plans Be Required to Cover Costs of Birth Control? — Survey of the Day

By Jeremy Taylor 6 days ago

Last week, President Obama issued a directive which would require all health insurance plans to cover the cost of birth control.

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Mars Cuts King-Size Candy Bars

By Althea Fung 6 days ago | TheCheckup.com

Mars Inc., makers of Snickers and M&Ms, announced Thursday it will phase out the king-size version of its candy bars, the Chicago Tribune reports.

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Why Do the Rich Live Longer Than the Poor?

By maurachwastyk 6 days ago

Wondering how long someone might live? You might want to just check their bank account. Wealthy people have a longer life expectancy, researchers have found. But the question is: why?

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Study: Noticing Your Partners Efforts to Change Can Improve Your Relationship

By Daryl Nelson 1 week ago | TheCheckup.com

Feel like your partner will never change?

A new Northwestern University study shows that the more you believe your partner is capable of change and perceive that he or she is trying to improve, the more secure and happy you will feel in your relationship.

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Do Pet Owners’ Have Healthier Hearts?

By Shauna Wright 1 week ago | TheCheckup.com

Having a pet has been found to lower stress levels. Now, a new study finds for those living with chronic disease having a furry friend improves heart health.

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Can Vodka Make Men More Creative?

By Shauna Wright 2 weeks ago | TheCheckup.com

Need a creative boost? Have a shot of vodka.

A new study from researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago found slightly inebriated men solved more problems requiring verbal resourcefulness in less time than did their sober counterparts.

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