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Health news round-up

Here's a round-up of health news that caught my eye this past week, that is, apart from the staggering news that the World Health Organization has declared that oral combined contraceptives and hormonal therapy are carcinogenic to humans.

Kidney stones are most active in the summer probably because people become dehydrated in hot, humid weather.  But too much water during exercise can kill.

It may be a genetic trait that some people benefit more from exercise than others according to a recent study, but the researchers insist, everyone benefits from exercise.

The heart drugs known as beta blockers may ease traumatic memories, reducing the fear but not the memory, through their effects on the hormones linked to fear and arousal.

Fructose may increase obesity not just by its added calories but also because of its effect on metabolism.

A drug used for Parkinson's eases fibromyalgia pain.

If your knee hurts, probably another joints hurt as well, and that effects the emotional quality of your life, especially if you are over 50.

Scientists are developing an "in-body bone factory" that may be available in just a few years.

People with Alzheimer's may be even more isolated because they are not getting their vision corrected so they can see clearly.