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WASHINGTON – Cries of protest howled in Washington Wednesday as Republicans pounced on Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean’s (search) latest characterization of them while even a few Democrats distanced themselves from the remarks. Speaking at an engagement in San Francisco earlier this week, Dean took aim at the Republican …

Practice may make the brains of highly trained musicians and other skilled individuals different from the rest of us. Researchers found that hand movements of skilled violinists create different patterns of activity in the brain than those produced by nonmusicians. They say the results suggest that extensive practice may rewire …

High blood pressure pills and seizure medications may help people with uncontrollable shakes caused by essential tremor. New treatment guidelines released today show that commonly used drugs, and in some cases surgery, can provide significant relief from the symptoms caused by essential tremors. Often the condition can interfere with activities …