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Causes for Obesity in Childhood

By: Victoria Rodriguez-Baziuk

Many researchers believe that there are a number of specific factors that influence the likelihood of childhood obesity. These components affect obesity later in life. more...

H1N1 1976—Did We Learn Anything?

By: Doug Jefferys

We had a swine flu scare back in 1976. Is that experience repeating itself, or is this time different? more...

H1N1 1976—History Is Repeating Itself

By: Doug Jefferys

Many people are not aware that America had a swine flu scare back in 1976. What lessons can we learn from that episode? more...

Statin Drugs May Reduce Your H1N1 Influenza Risk

By: Alicia Richardson

Increasing scientific evidence shows that statins significantly reduces one's risk of acquiring serious infections and dying from such maladies including the H1N1 virus. more...

VA Health Care's Medical Benefits Package

By: David Harris-Gershon

All veterans enrolled in the VA health care system are eligible to receive the same basic VA benefits. However, an individual's financial status determines copay levels. more...

An Overview of Veterans Hospitals

By: Susie Yakowicz

VA medical centers have been providing health care to America's veterans for many years. Learn about their history and what makes them different from private hospitals. more...

VA Health Care—An Introduction to VA Benefits

By: David Harris-Gershon

The Department of Veterans Affairs operates a vast VA health care system which includes a large network of medical facilities and veterans health insurance coverage. more...

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