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Is it really Lyme? Researchers developing a new test to tell

A blacklegged tick – also known as a deer tick. Diagnosing if a tick bite caused Lyme or something else…

August 26, 2017

About those omega-3s: You need them, so eat more fish

Wild salmon and mackerel have upward of 1,500 mg of omega-3s per 3.5-ounce serving.Durango Herald file Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids…

August 24, 2017

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Brain scans may change care for some people with memory loss

The findings, reported Wednesday, mark a first peek at a huge study under way to help determine if Medicare should…

August 22, 2017

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U.S. teen drug overdose deaths inch up after years of decline

A report found drug overdose deaths among U.S. teens inched up in 2015 after years of decline.Associated Press file The…

August 20, 2017

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Tibetan Buddhism-based ‘compassion’ training for doctors targets burnout

Surgical residents along with experienced surgeons train on a mannequin at the Surgical Simulation and Training Laboratory in the Department…

August 16, 2017

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Study boosts hope of ‘liquid biopsies’ for cancer screening

A patient has her blood drawn for a liquid biopsy during an appointment at a hospital in Philadelphia. Scientists have…

August 15, 2017

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Gym-going seniors are benefiting from more than exercise

Hopward Keller from Cape Cod, Massachusetts works out at the Durango Community Recreation Center. In addition to exercise, seniors are…

August 11, 2017

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Report reveals underground U.S. haven for heroin, drug users

None were known to exist in the U.S. until the disclosure in a medical journal, although several states and cities…

August 9, 2017

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Your brain can form new memories while you are asleep, neuroscientists show

A sleep study participant wearing electroencephalogram sensors.Scientifilms, Déchiffrer la conscience via Washington Post The idea that humans can learn while…

August 8, 2017

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Hints that lifestyle changes might guard against dementia

A section of a human brain with Alzheimer’s disease is on display at the Museum of Neuroanatomy at the University…

August 4, 2017

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Mercy named in best state hospitals for nurses list

Mercy Regional Medical CenterDurango Herald file For the past two years, Nurse.org collected more than 39,000 reviews from nurses about…

August 4, 2017

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Durango Natural Medicine to offer free PMS clinic

The clinic will be led by Dr. Leah Linder. Women who suffer from PMS symptoms are welcome to attend. To…

August 4, 2017

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U.S. hospitals set record for fast heart attack care

Dr. Annapoorna Kini, center, performs a non-emergency angioplasty at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Through a blood vessel in…

August 1, 2017

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Heart Safe La Plata to host first-aid, CPR classes

Associated Press file A CPR class for health care providers will be offered from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 9…

July 28, 2017

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Blowing smoke? E-cigarettes might help smokers quit

E-cigarettes appear on display at Vape store in Chicago. Smokers who used e-cigarettes were more likely to kick the habit…

July 26, 2017

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Girl’s HIV infection seems under control without AIDS drugs

A scanning electron micrograph shows multiple round bumps of the HIV-1 virus on a cell surface. In a report released…

July 25, 2017

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Community discussion to address death, dying

Gravestones at Greenmount Cemetery.Durango Herald file Attendees will have an opportunity to discuss ideas that shape how people think about…

July 24, 2017

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Hand therapist to discuss how to manage arthritis

Associated Press file She will discuss symptoms of arthritis, management of arthritis, joint protection and splint options. Attendees will have…

July 23, 2017

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Mercy to offer nutrition class for expecting mothers

Associated Press file The class is for women who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Participants will learn how…

July 22, 2017

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Durango doctor added to Medical Services Board

Fraleydu1-i-syn The Medical Services Board adopts the rules that govern Department of Health Care Policy and Financing programs. The board…

July 21, 2017

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Health plan’s fall brings dread for ‘Obamacare’ recipients

Despite no new bill, most feel anxious about possible change

July 19, 2017

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Hearing is believing: Speech may be a clue to mental decline

Kim Mueller, left, administers a test to Alan Sweet, in which he describes an illustration, as part of a University…

July 18, 2017

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Tumor gene testing urged to tell if drug targets your cancer

Catherine “Katie” Rosenbaum is seen at a cancer fundraiser by Swim Across America. The Richmond, Va., woman’s endometrial cancer was…

July 17, 2017

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Novel leukemia treatment could be 1st U.S. gene therapy

Human T cells belonging to cancer patients arrive at Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.’s Morris Plains, N.J., facility. This laboratory is where…

July 15, 2017