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Health Tip: What’s Behind Hip Bursitis?
Some common causes

Short-Term, High-Dose Vitamin D2 May Ease Deficiency
Expert says treatment could prevent several bone problems

Cell Phone May Reduce Bone Density in Hips
Keep mobile phones as far as possible from body, research suggests

Light Touch Helps Grip of MS Patients
Study shows ways to optimize hand movements

Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
Risks for breaks rise if a brother or sister has heart failure or stroke, study finds

Cancer Drug May Help Scleroderma
Gleevec improved skin and lung function in patient study

Exercise Boosts Bone Density in Breast-Feeding Moms
Lactation depletes calcium stores, but working out can minimize risks, research shows

Long-Term Back Pain Not Inevitable, Study Finds
Chances of recovering from chronic discomfort are better than previously thought, research shows

Those Stilettos Can Hurt You Years From Now
Damage from sandals, slippers and high heels contributes to aching feet later on, researchers say

Autumn Chores Often Hazardous
Take precautions to avoid falls, strains and sprains, experts say