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9/2/2010
Beer may help keep bones strong because it's a rich source of dietary silicon, which contributes to bone mineral density, a new study reports.

Docs in Haiti facing new challenges
Medical teams in Haiti are still treating trauma patients but also face a new wave of ailments linked to poor hygiene and squalid, cramped living conditions.
SWC: health sector 90% ready
South Africa's health sector is "90%" ready for the soccer world cup and working quickly to close the gaps, Deputy Health Minister Molefi Sefularo said on Monday.
Home habits to keep kids slim
Something as simple as sitting down to dinner together as a family can go a long way in helping a child fend off obesity.
Global warming an Olympic worry
Global warming is starting to worry the International Olympic Committee, with concern mounting over how it might affect future Games.
Autism risk rises with mom's age
Older moms are more likely to have a child with autism than women who give birth at a younger age, new research shows.
Medical waste kingpin arrested
The Green Scorpions have arrested a Free State man believed to be at the centre of the illegal dumping medical waste in the Welkom area, environmental authorities said on Monday.
Third-hand smoke dangerous
A study has now shown third-hand smoke - tobacco residue clinging to surfaces - is also bad for you, and even worse for children.
Religious not healthier after all
When it comes to heart disease and clogged arteries, attending religious services or having spiritual experiences may not protect against heart attacks and strokes.
Jackson doc pleads not guilty
Michael Jackson's doctor pleaded not guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of the pop star at a brief hearing that had all the trappings of a celebrity courtroom drama.
Why it's scary to lose money
People are afraid to lose money and an unusual new study explains why - the brain's fear centre controls the response to a gamble.
Social networks should protect kids
The privacy of underage users should be better protected by social networking websites, the European Commission urged.
Cooldrink, pancreatic cancer linked
People who drink at least two sugary cooldrinks a week have an increased risk of developing cancer of the pancreas, and researchers suspect the culprit is sugar.
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