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February 2012 NIH Audio Reports Archive
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February 28, 2012
New NIDA resource helps families navigate addiction treatment options(MP3 - 02:22, 2.18 MB)
A new resource online, Seeking Drug Abuse Treatment: Know What to Ask, will help individuals and families struggling with addition ask the right questions before picking out a drug treatment program.
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February 16, 2012
Autoinjectors offer way to treat prolonged seizures(MP3 - 03:53, 3.55 MB)
An NIH study has found a safe and effective way for paramedics to treat prolonged seizures.
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February 13, 2012
Sjögren’s syndrome(MP3 - 05:04, 4.64 MB)
The autoimmune disorder Sjögren's syndrome can cause dry eyes and dry mouth.
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February 7, 2012
Caffeine charges up a part of the brain(MP3 - 01:43, 1.58 MB)
An NIH study in rats has shown that caffeine stimulates a particular region of the brain which affects learning and memory.
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February 7, 2012
Steroids boost survival, reduce brain injury for infants born at 23 weeks(MP3 - 03:06, 2.83 MB)
Prenatal steroids—given to pregnant women at risk for giving birth prematurely—appear to improve survival and limit brain injury among infants born as early at the 23rd week of pregnancy.
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February 2, 2012
NIH study uncovers mechanism underlying resveratrol activity(MP3 - 03:13, 2.96 MB)
Researchers have shown how resveratrol, a chemical found in red wine and other plant products, may confer its health benefits.
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February 1, 2012
Make taking care of your heart a new tradition during Black History Month(MP3 - 03:27, 2.83 MB)
African Americans with diabetes or kidney disease need to know their risk for heart disease. During February, which is Black History Month and American Heart Month, health experts recommend learning more.
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