Restless legs syndrome: An urge to move
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Restless legs syndrome is a symptom, which according to the researchers may be due to an imbalance of the brain chemical dopamine, which sends messages to control muscle movement. Several prescription drugs that may help reduce the symptoms include drug for parkinsonEs disease, drug for epilepsy, opioids and sedatives.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2004
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Assisted living: all the right moves
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Assisted-living facilities for elderly people provide a feeling of independence yet access to medical care. Such facilities are recommended for people who are in good health, desire to have access to social interaction and want a home-like environment.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2000
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Seafood safety: steps to safer eating
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Seafood is the most perishable food, it may have contaminants from ocean water, handling and processing may be unsafe and refrigeration may be insufficient.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2000
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