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Lead poisoning is 100% preventable. Is your adolescent's behavior 'temporary insanity' or something more troubling? High-fat diet may help in epilepsy treatment. PA's childhood polio battle affects how he cares for others. Fear Factor - genetics influence what frightens children. Elder abuse training for MDs aimed at enhancing care for seniors. Insomnia's close links to menopause are examined. Diabetes in mid-life may raise Alheimer's risk. Pediatric medication experts offer solutions to prevent mix-ups. Breast cancer survival may increase with weekly Taxol, study shows. Higher preemie birthweight improves chances of survival. Healthcare job outlook strong despite recession fears. Contraception choices increase for women over 40. Spider and varicose veins may not lead you to the doctor's office. Rare OCD focuses on prayer and religious rituals. Premature birth can affect long-term survival, reproduction rates: new study. 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