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	Triglycerides more closely related to stroke risk than LDL cholesterol, study finds Date: 2012-02-03 17:02:07 A simple cholesterol test may not be all there is to assessing stroke risk in post-menopausal women. A new study suggest that the type of cholesterol a person has may be most important.... Full Story
	Study finds high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in seniors Date: 2012-02-03 17:01:04 Older individuals may benefit from blood testing to measures their vitamin D levels, as a new study out of Germany suggests that the vast majority of seniors may have dangerously low levels of the nutrient.... Full Story
	Seniors urged to consider STD testing Date: 2012-02-03 16:59:54 More seniors may want to consider STD testing, as new evidence shows that older individuals are more sexually active than ever. This increases their chances of contracting an infection like chlamydia or herpes.... Full Story
	High blood sugar may increase heart health risk factor, even in non-diabetics Date: 2012-02-02 17:08:27 Blood tests for glucose levels may reveal cardiovascular damage that could predict a person's long-term risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke, according to a new study from a team of Johns Hopkins University researchers.... Full Story
	Coffee may improve health of liver disease patients Date: 2012-02-02 17:07:20 Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD, is the leading cause of liver damage, but new research suggests that a few cups of coffee per day may be enough to improve the liver panel test scores of individuals with the condition.... Full Story
	Online cholesterol drug retailers offer little information on side effects Date: 2012-02-02 17:01:01 After receiving unhealthy cholesterol test results, many individuals are given a prescription for statins. It is often possible to find these medication online at a lower cost than at traditional pharmacies. However, a new study suggests that doing business with these sites may be risky.... Full Story
	Diet soda may increase heart attack and stroke risk Date: 2012-02-01 16:47:38 Individuals who regularly drink diet soda may benefit from talking to their doctor about cholesterol testing. A new study suggests that those who rely on these beverages may be more likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke.... Full Story
	Timing of urine sample collection makes little difference in STD testing Date: 2012-02-01 16:46:28 When using urine samples for STD tests for chlamydia, the timing of when the sample is collected does not greatly affect the accuracy of the test results, according to a new study published in the Annals of Family Medicine.... Full Story
	Bacterial imbalance may be behind liver disease Date: 2012-02-01 16:45:00 Unhealthy liver panel test results are generally thought to be the consequence of lifestyle factors. Obesity and excessive alcohol consumption can damage the organ and impair its function. However, a new study from a team of Yale University researchers suggests that liver damage and obesity may frequently be caused by contagious microbial imbalances.... Full Story
	Acupuncture may boost fertility treatments Date: 2012-02-01 16:43:36 Women who have learned through FSH testing that they have low levels of fertility and are undergoing treatments for the condition may benefit from seeking acupuncture. New research shows that this therapy may improve the outcome of in vitro fertilization.... Full Story
	STD risk high among teens Date: 2012-02-01 12:34:47 Anyone who engages in sexual activity with another person who has not received an STD test is at risk for becoming infected. However, some groups are particularly vulnerable. Teens and young adults make up what is perhaps the group with the highest risk.... Full Story
	Men who have sex with men and syphilis risk Date: 2012-01-31 12:46:18 Rates of syphilis infection are rising at alarming speeds, and all sexually active young people should take steps to protect themselves from infection, which may include seeking STD testing for themselves and their partners. However, men who have sex with men may want to be extra cautious, as infection rates are particularly high among this group.... Full Story
	Diabetics do not benefit from regular blood sugar testing Date: 2012-01-31 16:24:03 Many individuals with type 2 diabetes are instructed by their doctors to take regular blood tests to measure their glucose levels. However, new research indicates that this may not be linked to better health or treatment outcomes.... Full Story
	Feds step up HIV prevention efforts Date: 2012-01-30 16:22:39 HIV testing is considered one of the most important elements in preventing the spread of the infection, and the federal government is now doing more to help connect people to clinics that offer screening.... Full Story
	New study links vitamin D to fertility Date: 2012-01-30 16:21:39 For men and women who have learned through FSH testing that they may have fertility issues, simply spending a little more time in the sun could help increase their chances of conceiving. A new study has shown that vitamin D is closely linked to fertility in men and women.... Full Story

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