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Repairing a dislocated joint satisfies patient and doctor
Most physicians would agree that relocating someone's joint is very satisfying. Once in place, their pain diminishes immediately, the joint works again, and the patient thinks you are the most wonderful doctor he or she has ever met.

Scientists surprised to find no mercury damage in teens
The women ate fish during pregnancy -- lots of it. Their children are now teenagers and show no signs that their high levels of mercury exposure while in the womb led to any problems with intellectual development.

Pros and cons
MinuteClinics have their supporters and detractors. Here's why: Pros Cons • They're convenient; all visits are • Physicians say they undermine the walk-ins and take 15 minutes. continuity of care between doctors • They offer care for

Clot-busting drip speeds up stroke recovery, studies show
New technique takes medication into brain
KISSIMMEE, Fla. -- Like pouring Drano on a clog, doctors dramatically improved stroke survival by dripping a drug onto a clot choking off the brain's blood supply. Many patients given the experimental treatment had stunning recoveries within

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