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HR expert offers tips on how businesses can minimize impact of flu
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January 11, 2013, 2:32PM
Don't become your office's version of Typhoid Mary, says HR expert, stay home if you have the flu Full story »
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Johnson & Johnson prostate cancer drug gains European Commission approval
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January 11, 2013, 2:18PM
The European Commission has approved use of Johnson & Johnson's prostate cancer drug earlier in treatment, making it available for more men, the company said today. Zytiga, known chemically as abiraterone, can now be given to men with advanced prostate cancer that hasn't responded to hormonal treatment and who have not yet had chemotherapy. Until now, the once-a-day pill... Full story »
Merck to halt cholesterol drug sales overseas
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January 11, 2013, 10:52AM
The medicine is approved in 70 countries and sold in 40. Merck said last month it wouldn’t seek U.S. approval after findings revealed Tredaptive didn’t reduce heart attacks or strokes and led to non-fatal serious side effects. Full story »
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Flu Jersey: Statewide sniffles plague N.J. residents as illness infects all counties
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January 11, 2013, 6:35AM
The Centers for Disease Control is reporting this to be one of the more difficult flu seasons the nation has seen in several years and New Jersey has not been spared Full story »
What is a burpee and why would you want to do it?
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January 10, 2013, 8:30AM
An exercise routine based on mindless cardio such as walking or jogging on the treadmill, can and certainly will help you burn calories. But such exercises can be boring, and have little benefit past burning calories. An exercise that is far more dynamic in nature, and can also help improve your core strength, balance, and power is the burpee.... Full story »
Expensive breast cancer screening does not mean better outcomes, study finds
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January 09, 2013, 8:44AM
Medicare spends more than $1 billion a year on breast cancer screenings but there is no evidence that higher spending benefits older women. Full story »
New study sheds light on why we're overeating
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January 09, 2013, 8:30AM
It is no secret that sugar is one of the main ingredients in today’s foods that are making us fat. But scientists have taken a closer look at how the body processes fructose, a form of sugar, to further determine how it contributes to weight gain. They have concluded that it triggers the brain to overeat. Fructose is a... Full story »
7-Eleven joining trend towards healthy food options
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January 08, 2013, 9:00AM
The food world is turning fresh and 7-Eleven is hopping on the bandwagon. 7-Eleven is famous for convenience items full of sugar and fat, and everything you need for that road trip, morning commute or lunchtime break. The Slurpee’s, hot dogs, and candy galore have been the convenience stores’ claim to fame, but the company is refocusing its business... Full story »
Flu reports spike in N.J., early warnings show rough winter ahead
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January 08, 2013, 6:00AM
There have been about twice the reported number of emergency room visits attributable to influenza as there were during the same week last year, according to the CDC Full story »
Your medical chart could, maybe should, include exercise minutes
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January 07, 2013, 11:03AM
One recent national survey indicated only a third of Americans said their doctors asked about or prescribed physical activity Full story »
Few Americans know all the risks of obesity
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January 07, 2013, 9:29AM
Heart disease and diabetes get all the attention, but what about the many other ways obesity can damage your health? Full story »
Finding the right running program for you
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January 07, 2013, 8:00AM
Searching for “running programs” results in dozens of choices to choose from, which may not be clear for which is going to suit your goals. Whether you are trying to finish your first charity 5k or want to get your personal record in the marathon, you should do your research about which program to choose. If your goal is... Full story »
Toms River 'medical home' may be future of N.J. health care
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January 07, 2013, 7:00AM
"This kind of model of a face-to-face home base that is totally integrated for medical care is the only way to produce better health outcomes" Full story »
Food safety law set to go into effect
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January 04, 2013, 2:22PM
The law is the biggest change to food industry oversight since 1938. It was prompted, in part, by recalls of tainted cookie dough, spinach, jalapenos and peanuts that killed at least nine people and sickened more than 700 in 2008 and 2009. Full story »
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