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46 Million Americans Suffer From Arthritis
(1/4/08)
Arthritic disease is the most common cause of disability in the United States and now affects 46 million Americans, or more than 21 percent of the adult population, a major new report finds.

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Bone Density Tests Do Predict Women's Fracture Risk
(12/18/07)
Largest, longest study ever supports screening and prevention of osteoporosis.

How To Spot, And Beat, The Holiday Blues
(12/8/07)
Elderly may be especially prone to depression this time of year, experts say.

Diabetes Drug Avandia Could Weaken Bones
(12/2/07)
Mouse study suggests it boosts production of bone-eroding cells.

Back Pain Prevention Should Start With A Plan
(11/24/07)
Traveling or just under stress, holiday period is perfect time to lighten your load.

Exercise Eases Fibromyalgia Symptoms: Study
(11/12/07)
Biggest beneficiaries were women who also received training to manage the condition.

NSAID Drug Therapy Fails To Ease Back Pain
(11/9/07)
Trial also found no benefit from spinal manipulation.

A Little Wine, Sunlight Help Boost Women's Health
(11/8/07)
Two small studies suggest life-enhancing, life-extending benefits.