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Health professionals seek to redefine chronic fatigue

By Emily Miller
February 11, 2015February 11, 2015

Chronic fatigue syndrome, a debilitating illness affecting up to 2.5 million Americans, may soon get a new name and set of diagnostic criteria.

Rogue cancer gene discovered by British scientists

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
January 25, 2011June 17, 2014

A distinctive type of genetic material that helps cancer cells distribute themselves throughout the body has been found by researchers at the University of East Anglia who have published their findings in the latest issue of the journal Oncogene.

Tiny explosions could cause cancer, study finds

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
January 11, 2011September 9, 2014

The genetic damage which can result in cells not dying at their appointed time and building up into tumors may be caused in some cases by a minuscule explosion in a single cell, which spreads fragments of DNA over a significant distance, according to research in the medical journal Cell.

Study: Cereal is leader for healthy breakfast options

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
December 29, 2010September 9, 2014

Teenage girls who eat nutritious breakfasts are more likely to have a healthier body weight and lower cholesterol, according to a new study.

ALS registry may help scientists find a cure

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
October 25, 2010September 8, 2014

Health insurance can be an important factor when dealing with debilitating conditions, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

More commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS can lead to muscle weakness and paralysis, while also proving fatal for some who have it. While causes for the condition are not known, a new effort from the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry could help researchers.