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Is iron hard on your heart?

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Various research studies are indicating that high iron levels in the body may increase the risk of heart attack. A serum ferritin test may be taken to determine the body's iron level, and it is possible for men to lower their iron levels by donating blood a few times a year.

Author: Schmitz, Anthony
Publisher: Time Inc., Health
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 1993
Health aspects, Research, Heart attack, Iron in the body, Iron (Nutrient)

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Passage to another province

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A woman diagnosed with Shy-Drager syndrome, a terminal neurological disease, understands the reality of the disease after receiving her diagnosis and an explanation of its physical manifestations. The psychological aspects of accepting a terminal illness are addressed.

Author: Schmitz, Anthony
Publisher: Time Inc., Health
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 1992
Psychological aspects, Terminally ill persons, Terminally ill, Shy-Drager syndrome

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A shot in the dark

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Injections of Depo-Provera are growing in popularity as a treatment for sex offenders such as pedophiles, rapists and exhibitionists. The drug mimics the female hormone progesterone and diminishes sex drive and the ability to perform sexually in men.

Author: Schmitz, Anthony
Publisher: Time Inc., Health
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 1993
Usage, Sex offenders, Physiological aspects, Drug therapy, Psychosexual disorders, Depo-Provera (Contraceptive)

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