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March 16, 2010

CDC: Nearly 50% of Black Women Ages 14 to 49 Have Genital Herpes

Study: Sugary Drinks Not So Sweet for Our Health

March 11, 2010

Study: Red Wine May Trim Women’s Waistlines

Alzheimer’s Afflicts More Blacks, Not Just the Elderly

March 9, 2010

Study: Sunlight May Protect Men From Kidney Cancer

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March 11, 2010

Vitamin Deliberations
Doctors agree that vitamin D plays a crucial role in many body functions and protects us from a wide range of diseases. They also agree that African Americans are prone to deficiencies. What they disagree on is how to ensure we get enough of this vital nutrient.

February 24, 2010

Deep Vein Thrombosis: Not Just for Frequent Fliers
If you think these potentially deadly blood clots only develop because of sitting during long plane rides, think again.

February 11, 2010

She’s Standing Up for Women and Girls
Researcher Sarah Dillon, president and founder of GoGirl, brings the female urination device to the 21st century. A diverse range of clients—from soldiers and active outdoors girls to women with arthritis or hip problems—is responding to the product and its message of empowerment.

January 28, 2010

Crohn’s Disease Does Not Define Me
How two African-American women translated their Crohn’s disease diagnosis into an opportunity to educate and empower others about the inflammatory bowel condition.

January 15, 2010

Quantum Leap: How Do Drugs Go From Research to Retail?
Benlysta is close to becoming the first new med the FDA has approved in 50 years to fight lupus. Just how does a new drug get fast-tracked onto pharmacy shelves? Real Health spoke with Jerry Parrott, of the Human Genome Sciences, one of the companies researching Benlysta, about the FDA process and this potential lupus breakthrough.

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Fitness Bound: Michelle Paige Paterson
New York State’s first lady is solid in her commitment to fight childhood obesity. She launched an exercise program that’s inspiring millions of middle schoolers to take their first steps toward a healthier future. 

Body Talk: Are You Listening?
Don’t ignore episodic bouts of pain and discomfort. The warning signs below could be very serious.

Schoolhouse Stigma
“How was school?” may be a hard question for kids with HIV.

New Ways to Treat HIV-Positive Kids
Kids with HIV are healthier than ever, but stigma persists.

Lights Out
When is fainting harmless, and when does it signal a major problem?

40 (Plus) Winks
Getting more sleep could save your life. 

Not Ready for Parenthood?
How to find a birth control method that’s right for you.

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