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Polymer-based medical implants can produce harmful free radicals News-Medical-Net Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:27 PM PST A polymer is a mesh of chains, which slowly break over time due to the pressure from ordinary wear and tear. When a polymer is squeezed, the pressure breaks chemical bonds and produces free radicals: ions with unpaired electrons, full of untapped energy. These molecules are responsible for aging, DNA damage and cancer in the human body. Young engaged couple set goals of rebuilding body, building future Union City Messenger Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:59 PM PST By KEVIN BOWDEN Staff Reporter Adam Cooley is about to embark on what he and his fiancée hope is a life-changing journey. Cooley is a native of Hickman County, Ky., and a former correctional officer at the Obion County Jail. Beverly Hills Body Grand Opening in Palm Desert KMIR 6 Palm Springs Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:48 PM PST A local clinic celebrates a grand opening and welcomes a popular Beverly Hills plastic surgeon New way to culture stem cells in 3D environment News-Medical-Net Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:57 PM PST Stem cells are the body's mechanics, repairing damaged tissues and organs. Because these cells are able to grow into any type of cell in the body, scientists believe they hold the key to groundbreaking new therapies. To help further this research, scientists from the University of Victoria have found a new way to culture cells in 3D- a significant step forward for regenerative medicine. Police: No signs of trauma to body found in Dells Wisconsin State Journal Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:52 PM PST WISCONSIN DELLS â€" Authorities in Columbia County determined on Friday that there are no signs of violent injury or trauma to the body found against a dam on Wednesday. Cold Air May Raise Heart-Attack Risk During Exercise HealthDay via Yahoo! News Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:49 PM PST FRIDAY, March 2 (HealthDay News) -- Breathing cold air during certain physical activities, such as shoveling snow, increases the body's demand for oxygen, which may put people with heart disease at greater risk for cardiac arrest or death, a new study finds. Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study HealthDay via Yahoo! News Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:49 PM PST FRIDAY, March 2 (HealthDay News) -- Smokers are at higher risk of developing the autoimmune skin condition psoriasis than nonsmokers, a new study finds, possibly because smoking pushes the body's immune system into overdrive, one expert suggests. Health Tip: Help Your Child Develop a Healthy Approach to Eating HealthDay via Yahoo! News Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:49 PM PST (HealthDay News) -- Girls can develop an unhealthy body image and unhealthy eating habits just by watching how others look at their bodies and treat food. CrossFit Gyms a popular fitness craze in Northwest KING5 Seattle Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:43 PM PST CrossFit Gyms are growing in popularity, nation-wide and in the Portland area. Their no-fuss approach and focus on total-body strength building movements are also helping some members recover from injuries. SWCS' state report card to include health score This Week West Side Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:43 PM PST While the South-Western City School District has again opted out of the state’s body mass index screening, changes are on the horizon for state health and wellness requirements.

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