Vaping | Emerging diseases | Colon cancer | Blepharitis | Blood pressure and cognition

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Thursday, February 28, 2019

Vaping Rises Among Teens

A survey found an alarming increase in the number of American teens who tried using e-cigarettes (vaping) over the past year. (From NIH News in Health)

Understanding Emerging Diseases

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NIH is funding research into where and how outbreaks of infectious diseases might occur, as well as ways to prevent and treat the diseases. (From NIH News in Health)

Preventing Colon Cancer

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Finding and removing polyps in the colon can prevent cancer from developing. (From NIH’s NCI)

What Is Blepharitis?

Blepharitis is a common condition that causes inflammation of the eyelids. It’s treatable but tends to return. (From NIH’s NEI)

High Blood Pressure and Mild Cognitive Impairment

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A study of older adults suggests that controlling high blood pressure may reduce the risk of developing mild cognitive impairment. (From NIH Research Matters)

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