Esophageal Cancer Rates Climb With Obesity; Esophagectomy Found Safe In Obese Patients 
The rapidly climbing obesity rates in the United States have created a higher risk of esophageal cancer linked to reflux disease. According to a new study at the University of Michigan Health System, obese patients who underwent a procedure called transhiatal esophagectomy primarily for esophageal cancer had outcomes similar to their lean counterparts.
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Electronics gears for health care innovation 
The development of new electronic medical devices is expected to accelerate as innovation in electronics and medicine align around miniaturization, low power and connectivity.
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Report Finds Over-the-Counter Drug for Heartburn, Acid Reflux As Effective As Prescription Drugs Costing 10 Times More 
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Major Link In Brain-obesity Puzzle Found 
A single protein in brain cells may act as a linchpin in the body’s weight-regulating system, playing a key role in the flurry of signals that govern fat storage, sugar use, energy balance and weight, researchers report. And although it’s far too early to say how this protein could be useful in fighting obesity, the finding gives scientists an important system to target in future research and the …
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From the kitchen: Muffins a good choice for post-holiday diet 
The last of the holiday baked goods is gone and everything is packed away and stored in the closet or attic until next Christmas. Thank goodness! I don’t know if I could handle many more of the holiday sweets and desserts!
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