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3 share Nobel prize for work on AIDS and cancer
By KARL RITTER and MATT MOORE, Associated Press Writers; Oct 6, 2008 08:26 AM PDT
AP - Three European scientists shared the 2008 Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for separate discoveries of viruses that cause AIDS and cervical cancer, breakthroughs that helped doctors fight the deadly diseases. Full Story
Research on AIDS virus and cancer wins Nobel Medicine Prize
Oct 6, 2008 02:41 PM PDT, AFP
AFP - French and German scientists credited with the discovery of the viruses behind AIDS and cervical cancer won Monday the Nobel Medicine Prize, the first of the prestigious awards to be announced this year.
Latest warning highlights dangers of microwaving
Oct 6, 2008 02:17 PM PDT, Associated Press
AP - Zapping frozen meals in the microwave may be fast and easy, but it also can make you sick if it's not done properly.
Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - SUNDAY, Oct. 5 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are overweight and who have high insulin levels when they are diagnosed with prostate cancer may be more likely to die from the disease, research shows.
Health Tip: Boost Your Energy
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- If you often feel out of breath or seem to tire easily, you probably should better pace yourself.
Health Tip: Biking Safely
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- Proper supervision and wearing protective gear, especially a helmet, are critical to biking safely.
Free Prescription Drug Samples Pose Risk to Kids
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Free prescription drug samples distributed to pediatric patients may be unsafe, research suggests.
For Some Animals, There's No Place at Home
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Exposing your children to the joys of pet ownership may, in some cases, also mean exposing them to infections and injuries.
Health Highlights: Oct. 6, 2008
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Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 6, 2008
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New Test Detects Rare Leukemia More Quickly
Oct 6, 2008 02:03 PM PDT, HealthDayHealthDay - MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- A new technique may help doctors diagnose a rare form of leukemia in a matter of hours instead of weeks, researchers say.
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