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According to a new study, published online in the May 10 issue of Current Biology, social jet lag is a syndrome caused by the mismatch between the body's biological clock and our actual sleep schedules. Researchers recommend people spend more time outdoors in daylight or sit by a window, or else their body clock will
READ MOREThis four-part documentary series, premiering Monday and Tuesday (5/15) at 8 p.m., showcases all of the factors feeding the public health crisis, and the physical and emotional toll it takes on those suffering. New York Daily News, 5/14/2012
READ MORE“American Masters” will profile Johnny Carson tonight to celebrate the 50th anniversary of him taking over “The Tonight Show.” New York Post, 5/14/2012
READ MOREKelly Clarkson said she was so touched by a viral video showing young patients at Seattle Children's Hospital (many of whom have lost their hair during cancer treatment) lip-syncing and dancing with nurses to her song, that she sent a video response to the kids explaining how moved she was. The “Stronger” video has had
READ MOREA growing number of elderly people — 88 percent of those over 65 — say they want to live in their own homes, in their own communities, as they age, according to a 2010 AARP survey. 'Granny pods,' although expensive, provide an alternative for those who don't want nursing homes. The New York Times, 5/8/2012
READ MOREThe FDA is warning that taking bone drugs for osteoporosis for longer than five years may put women at an increased risk of femur fractures and other problems. Many women take these drugs, called bisphosphonates, specifically Fosamax, Actonel and Reclast, to help prevent bone loss and fractures. But the concern now is that after three
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