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January 2008

Welcome!

We’re into a new year and while you’re working on your new year’s resolutions, make sure getting enough sleep, drinking alcohol in moderation, and protecting your kids from lead poisoning are on the list. With cold and flu season upon us, find out when to take antibiotics. Check it out!

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Ask Dr. Roizen: Sleep more, eat less

This month Dr. Michael Roizen talks about the link between lack of sleep and obesity. Wait a minute – wouldn’t obesity be caused by too much sleep? No, that isn’t the way it works, explains Dr. Roizen.
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Health effects of drinking alcohol: The good, the bad, and the balance

The health advantages of drinking alcohol are well publicized and so are the risks. The question is, how do you balance the two?
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Don’t play around, get the lead out

Last year many alarmed parents invaded playrooms, trash bags in hand, because of toy recalls. Not a bad idea, really. But how do you know what’s dangerous? And how dangerous is it?
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Know when to take antibiotics – and when Not to!

Are you afraid of bugs? What about the new super-bugs in the news lately? With cold and flu season in full swing, make sure you know when it’s appropriate to take antibiotics – and when it’s best to leave them alone.

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