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Food Allergies: Diet? Environment? Why Increasing? 0
Two-year-old Ethan Wily had a cold recently, so at first it wasn’t surprising that he started coughing last week after eating some pistachio gelato. But he started coughing up mucus, and then gasping for air. His parents gave him an…- Professional Medical
- Tags: Diet and Nutrition News
Grilled Poundcake with Cherry Compote 0
This recipe calls for a store bought pound cake, but feel free to make your own if you want. If you caught the “Good Eats” this past week, you might know that pound cake can be a bit of a…- Professional Medical
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Monitoring Devices Help Elderly Stay at Home 0
In the wee hours of July 14, Elizabeth Roach, a 70-year-old widow, got out of bed and went to the living room of her Virginia ranch home. She sat in her favorite chair for 15 minutes, then returned to bed.…- Professional Medical
- Tags: Aging & Wellness Caregiving Safety
COBRA Confusion 0
Bill Bregar thought he was doing everything right. With his former employer’s health insurance due to run out in May 2009, he believed that his visit with his wife to the Social Security office to sign up for Medicare would…- Professional Medical
- Tags: Health Care Medicare
Limit Salt Intake: Avoid Processed Foods 0
The average person in the U.S. consumes 3,500 milligrams of sodium a day. That’s equivalent to almost 9 grams of salt, or nearly 2 teaspoonfuls—way more than the 2,300 milligrams per day suggested by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. But…- Professional Medical
- Tags: Diet and Nutrition Recommendations
Scallops in Buttery Wine Sauce 0
This simple, classic combination highlights the delicate flavors of fresh scallops without overpowering them. Make it a simply elegant meal by paring them with asparagus and crumbled feta. Be sure to pat the scallops dry with a paper towel to…- Professional Medical
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