HIV-2 testing rolled out in US blood banks nationwide
The United States begins using a test that detects HIV-1 and HIV-2 from one blood sample. HIV-2 infections remain rare here but are a major health issue in West Africa. HIV-1 has caused substantial U S AIDS cases and deaths over 11 years.
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Abuse survivors show higher medical issues, Wisconsin study finds
Two Wisconsin physicians report in Mayo Clinic Proceedings that women abused as children face more health problems. Among 110 plus participants abused by older men, many became smokers, contracted venereal disease, or became chronic drinkers or drug abusers, fueling heart, lung, liver and other organ diseases.
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Walking warm ups for power walkers in Arlington VA
Physical therapist Tab Blackburn of Arlington VA notes that fitness walking, popular nationwide, can cause ankle knee and foot injuries. He recommends a three to five minute slow walk plus stretching before and after a power walk to boost blood flow warm tissues and ease joint movement reducing pulled muscles and pain.
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Tab Blackburn
Arlington
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American Physical Therapy Association
Edinburgh study links condom use to herpes spread from oral kisses
Eighteen Edinburgh women contracted genital herpes despite condom use as researchers traced transmission to partners with cold sores. Virus passed on during oral sex from mouth to genital area, according to University of Edinburgh findings.
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Aromatherapy gains traction as scent based healing spreads
Veronica Werbalowsky credits aromatherapy with easing her miscarriage related pains and grief after placing a diffuser by her bed and using rose oil at $200 per ounce. Span of sessions, detox blends by Roz Zollinger, and growing spa use are noted, while experts offer varying scientific views and cautions.
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Werbalowsky
Springs
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Aromatherapy blends listed by aromatherapists
A NYT News Service brief outlines recommended essential oil blends and cautions. Calming uses lavender geranium frankincense, Clarity of mind basil rosemary petitgrain, Deep relaxation chamomile melissa ylang ylang, and more. Some blends note pregnancy and allergy cautions.
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New Laser Surgery Aims to Repair Faulty Vision
The article explains the eye as a camera like system with the cornea lens iris pupil and retina. It notes common vision issues such as myopia astigmatism and presbyopia and mentions eyeglasses contact lenses and emerging laser options as remedies.
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