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Beth Israel Deaconess, Cambridge Health Alliance form partnership
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a downtown Boston hospital aggressively courting health providers in the suburbs, has formed a partnership with Cambridge Health Alliance, the two hospital systems announced Thursday.

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Urology group stops recommending routine PSA screening for men
A large physicians group representing urologists who treat prostate cancer has stopped recommending a routine blood test to screen for prostate cancer saying that men should decide for themselves whether to be screened for the prostate specific antigen marker.

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This finish line is my beginning
For the first time I am very, very nervous about an upcoming race. I'm not nervous because I want to run fast (even though I...

Physician group: No more routine PSA tests for men

A large physicians group representing urologists who treat prostate cancer has stopped recommending a routine blood test to screen for prostate cancer.

5 ways to avoid park ride injuries

Researchers found in a new study that nearly 93,000 emergency room visits in children from 1990 through 2010 were due to an injury from an amusement park ride. More than 70 percent occurred during May through September.
Face transplant recipient reveals new look

Face transplant recipient reveals new look

Carmen Blandin Tarleton, who was disfigured after an attack by her ex-husband, underwent a transformative face transplant.
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Fitness ideas for couples

Fitness ideas for couples
Studies show people are more likely to work out when they've got a partner. So grab yours and try these fun activities.

Former Dana Farber director remembered for contribution to curing childhood cancer

Dr. Emil “Tom” Frei III, credited with proving that combinations of chemotherapy drugs could cure pediatric leukemia and thwart the progression of adult cancers, has died.
Should pregnant women see a chiropractor?
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Should pregnant women see a chiropractor?

Chiropractor Maegan Istok answers basic questions on chiropractic care during pregnancy.

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Craft fresh juice at home
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Craft fresh juice at home

Drinking fresh juices loaded with fruits and vegetables has come back into vogue, prompting many folks to try their hand at making juice at home. But where should you start?

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Assisted suicide measure narrowly defeated

Assisted suicide measure
narrowly defeated

A divisive ballot initiative that would allow terminally ill patients to end their lives with medication prescribed by physicians was narrowly defeated. The Death with Dignity Campaign conceded.

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A rampant prescription
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A rampant prescription

A Boston Globe investigation found that roughly 185,000 US nursing home residents received antipsychotic drugs in 2010 contrary to government recommendations.

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Why you should share ellipticals
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Why you should share ellipticals

You may be a gymrat if you get angry when someone is on “your” treadmill… not sharing however does not fit the holiday spirit… nor is it terribly good for exercise.

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Social networks after an emergency: who did you text after the Boston Marathon bombings?
Researchers at Northeastern University are asking people to download an app that will help them understand how, exactly, we communicated and connected in the aftermath of a tragedy. Did we call the people we are in touch with most frequently, or were we flooded with voicemails and messages from people we haven't spoken to in weeks?

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Who should get prenatal genetic counseling?
There are many reasons that women and couples receive prenatal genetic counseling.
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