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Diet Teaches You To Eat More, Weigh Less

Eating whatever you want without gaining weight is a dream for many people. One diet claims to offer something like that. More
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Experts Share Advice To Help Campers Avoid Feeling Homesick

Going to camp is a summer tradition for many children. Experts said one of the biggest challenges many of those children will face is feeling homesick. More

2 More Mich. Residents Die From H1N1

Michigan officials are reporting two more state residents have died from swine flu. More

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Procedure Relieves Enlarged Prostate

Doctors say a growing number of men suffering from an enlarged prostate are opting for a medical procedure, instead of medication because the pills are simply too expensive. More

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Mich. Reports Spike In H1N1 Cases

The number of H1N1 swine flu cases continues to rise in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Community Health reported 418 confirmed cases. More

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Swine Flu Cases In Mich. Climbing
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OCC Presents Health And Career Workshops

Oakland Community College's Highland Lakes Campus in Waterford will present a program combining health screenings and career workshops on June 12. More

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FDA Warns Dietary Supplements May Contain Hidden Ingredients

Tests conducted by the Food and Drug Administration found many diet supplements that claim to be "natural" or to contain only "herbal ingredients" actually contain hidden drugs that have not been approved for use in the United States. More

Supplements May Contain Hidden Ingredients

Health Experts Reveal Teen Drug Secrets

Health educators teach parents about new ways children are getting high and places they may be hiding drugs in a course called "Drugs 101: What Parents Need To Know." More
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Fast Food: 6 Ways To Healthier Meals

Can fast food be part of a weight-loss or healthy diet plan? An occasional stop at a fast-food restaurant can fit into your diet, but the key is to choose wisely. More

How To Stage An Intervention

Conducting an intervention for someone who's stuck in a cycle of destructive behavior requires a steadfast commitment to action from friends, family and co-workers. More

Is My Illness A Disability?

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Getting adequate calcium and vitamin D is an important factor in reducing your risk and treating osteoporosis. In some cases you may even be able to replace bone you've lost. More

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It's important to treat symptoms early to prevent permanent damage to your heart. Some people who have coronary artery disease do not have any symptoms. More

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  The Port Huron Police Department discovered threatening letters to the city government while conducting a search at a resident's home Wednesday.
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