New advances against arthritis; science is making great strides in preventing and threating this all-too-common affliction

Article Abstract:

There are about 40 million people in the US who have arthritis. Although 'arthritis' is an overall term that refers to some 100 joint conditions, the two most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Prevention and treatment methods are discussed.

Research, Prevention, Physiological aspects, Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Glucosamine

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The fight against stroke

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Strokes are discussed with emphasis on the reasons for their occurrence and treatments to prevent them. One in three people who suffer from strokes are under 65, but measures can be taken to reduce risks such as stopping smoking.

Causes of, Stroke (Disease), Stroke, Stroke patients

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Now let's fight government cutbacks - and obesity

Article Abstract:

C. Everett Koop believes that the government should ensure that the health care system provides appropriate and flexible care. He recommends a government assault on the problem of obesity that focuses on the value of exercise.

Health aspects, Analysis, Interview, Obesity, Medical policy, Health policy, Koop, C. Everett

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