Medical Edge Newspaper Column

February 2012 Newspaper Column

February 3

• Moderate Alcohol Intake Has Positive Effects on Heart Health, but Too Much Causes Other Serious Health Concerns

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  Resource: Preventive, Occupational, and Aerospace Medicine in Minnesota

• Brand-name vs. Generic Drugs: Is One Better Than the Other?

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February 10

• Home Treatment Options for Corns and Calluses

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  Resource: Orthopedic Surgery in Minnesota

• Left Untreated, Celiac Disease Can Result in Serious Complications

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  Resource: Celiac Disease

February 17

• Contrast Agents Help Create Clear Picture in Certain Types of MRI Exams

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  Resource: Radiology in Arizona

• Ventricular Tachycardia Causes Abnormal Heart Rhythm

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  Resource: Ventricular tachycardia

February 24

• Steps Can Be Taken to Make Wrinkles Less Noticeable

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  Resource: Dermatology in Minnesota

• Smokers' Brains Change in Response to High Levels of Nicotine

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  Resource: Nicotine Dependence Center in Minnesota