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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: July 6, 2007

Taking It to Heart: Laura Bush speaks out about heart disease and women

First lady Laura Bush is spreading the word about heart disease as the number one killer of women. What can you do to protect yourself?

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: June 13, 2007

Dramatic Drug Cost Discrepancies Revealed in Statewide Investigation

Read the results of a drug cost survey resulting from an investigation by Attorney General Mike Cox.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: June 7, 2007

3 New Alzheimer's Drugs at a Glance

The country braces for a wave of new Alzheimer’s cases. But science is on the brink of arresting the progress of this harrowing disease with dozens of new drugs in the pipeline.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: June 7, 2007

Back to Living a Normal Life: Howard Ulene "so much better" with help of experimental Alzheimer's drug

The country braces for a wave of new Alzheimer’s cases. But science is on the brink of arresting the progress of this harrowing disease with dozens of new drugs in the pipeline.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: June 7, 2007

Closing In on Alzheimer's

The country braces for a wave of new Alzheimer's cases. But science is on the brink of arresting the progress of this harrowing disease with dozens of new drugs in the pipeline.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: June 1, 2007

Alzheimer's Century: Funding has stagnated, but the pace of discovery and new treatment strategies have not

Alzheimer's funding has stagnated, but the pace of discovery and new treatment strategies have not.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 25, 2007

Hispanics and African Americans Troubled By High Cost of Prescription Drugs

People put their health and the well-being of their families at risk when they cannot afford prescription drugs they need or if they try to save money by taking them in ways other than directed.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 14, 2007

AARP Consumer Guide to Hearing Aids

Discover how 31 million Americans with hearing loss can benefit from new technologies and equipment.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 14, 2007

When Antibiotics Aren't Enough

AARP and legislators team up to fight dirty hospitals.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 11, 2007

Heartfelt Decisions: What's best for loved ones is a very personal choice

Olympia Dukakis on caregiving decisions and her new movie, Away from Her, which deals with the personal side of Alzheimer's disease and was nominated for two Oscars in 2008.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 9, 2007

Deep Rx Discounts Available to All Oregonians

The Oregon Prescription Drug Program can help you and your families, friends and neighbors save money on prescription drugs. It’s easy to sign up and there’s no cost to apply or join.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: May 3, 2007

Minority of Senate Blocks Vote to Allow Medicare to Negotiate Lower Drug Prices

On Wednesday, April 18, a minority of the U.S. Senate defied the overwhelming opinion of the American public by refusing to allow a vote on legislation that could help lower prescription drug costs for millions of Medicare beneficiaries.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: April 24, 2007

Thousands Sign Up for New State-Sponsored Rx Drug Discount

The new discount card is free to all Washington residents, regardless of age or income, and offers big savings on your prescription drug costs.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: March 20, 2007

When Hearing Grows Difficult

AARP offers tips to consumers on how to shop for hearing aids and hearing care.

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Subchannel: Conditions & Treatments. Date: March 15, 2007

Brand-Name Drug Prices Climb Again in 2006

One year after Medicare Part D began full operations, prices that brand name drug manufacturers charge wholesalers and other direct purchasers for their products have risen sharply yet again.

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