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Kids should avoid energy drinks, limit sports drinks, pediatricians say Energy drinks are never appropriate for kids, and water is better than sports drinks for most kids who participate in routine exercise.
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'Bath salts' an emerging drug problem, officials report State and national health officials are warning about a new drug fad that involves highly hallucinogenic and potentially lethal synthetic powders known as “bath salts.”
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Even short-term painkiller use may be risky after heart attack Taking even a short course of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and diclofenac, may be dangerous for people who have had a heart attack, according to a study.
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Be wary of teas, supplements for infants, researchers say About 9 percent of moms surveyed reported giving their infants botanicals and teas, sometimes as early as 1 month of age.
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Many young people aren't as healthy as they think, survey suggests Most young adults believe they are living a healthy lifestyle, but their actual behaviors could be setting the stage for stroke down the road, according to a survey by the American Stroke Association.
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