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Group: Flying economy won't raise blood clot risk
CHICAGO — Good news for budget-minded travelers: There's no proof that flying economy-class increases your chances of dangerous blood clots, according to new guidelines from medical specialists.
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Australian Universities Defend Alternative-Medicine Teaching
A group campaigning against alternative medicine has told Australian universities that they are risking their reputations by teaching subjects like chiropractic, homeopathy, iridology and reflexology.
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Reed Schreck: Healthy ’Hawks improve outlook for ’Hogs’ success
Jonathan Toews and Patrick Sharp recently returning from injuries is the best news possible for the Chicago Blackhawks. That also bodes well for the IceHogs. Now Rockford’s roster is as deep as it can be these days.
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Super Bowl ads duke it out during big game's commercial breaks
NEW YORK — The pressure was on. The tension was thick. And then, there were yawns in between. The Super Bowl may have been a nail biter, but the ads were a snooze.
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OSF HealthCare-Rockford Health deal heads to court
ROCKFORD — A hearing in federal court this week that aims to delay the acquisition of Rockford Health System by OSF HealthCare could set the stage for an even bigger fight in Washington. INSIDE: Key dates | CEOs' video message
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Topical BioMedicsOffers Pampering Spa Gift Sets for Men and Women in Time for Valentine's Day
Designed for travelers, sports, fitness, health and wellness and outdoor enthusiasts, do-it-yourselfers and anyone who wants to enjoy everyday activities and needs a bit of TLC, Topricin gift sets from Topical BioMedics make thoughtful Valentine's Day gifts for men and women. ...
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In Wednesday's paper: Chrysler hopes Dart can unseat rivals
DETROIT — Chrysler has jumped back into the business of selling cars with the launch of the new Dodge Dart. And it’s putting its competitors on notice. So the automaker hopes. HOW TO READ THE FULL STORY
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UK universities drop alternative medicine degree programs
Enrollment in acupuncture and other 'complementary medicine' programs has fallen in Britain. A University College London pharmacology professor has led the charge to drop public funding for teaching 'quackery.'
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End alternative medicine degrees say scientists
A group of more than 400 doctors, medical researchers and scientists are urging universities to close down alternative medicine degrees.
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Trends large and small bubbling in spa industry
From color therapy and medi-pedis to frigid blizzard rooms and swankier eyebrow bars, fresh trends are surfacing around the world in the $60 billion spa industry, according to an annual forecast.
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