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Doctors Fail to Flag Concussion Patients for Critical Follow-Up
Nationwide study found that more than half of the patients diagnosed with concussion, may fall off the radar shortly after diagnosis, placing in jeopardy treatments for long-term effects.
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Cubs' offense might not need a splashy fix as badly as you think
While a certain superstar infielder's name churns through the rumor mill, Chicago's lineup could be good enough to win as is -- at least for now.
Rodon takes line drive to forehead in rehab start
White Sox left-hander Carlos Rodon was removed from a minor league rehab start Thursday after being hit in the forehead by a line drive.
Big Sexy's big day: Colon turns 45, gets cake
Rangers pitcher Bartolo Colon, who turned 45 on Thursday, was given a cake by his Rangers teammates -- who then promptly smashed his face into it.
Real or not? AL Central is the worst division since 1994
The early returns from the American League Central aren't pretty, as the .500 Indians lead a group that has been far from good in games outside of the division.
Gut Bacteria Produce a Special Enzyme To Protect Us from Plant Toxins
A UCSF researcher is among scientists who discovered the specific bacterial enzyme found in the human gut that can render a common heart drug ineffective.
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Juiced baseballs, starting relievers and MLB's next big thing
Now that we know baseballs are flying higher than ever, is there a fix? Also, what to make of bullpenning, and get ready for the best series of 2018.
Rays to again start relievers in series vs. O's
The Rays will again start reliever Sergio Romo vs. the Orioles on Friday and Sunday, while Ryne Stanek will come out of the bullpen to start Saturday.
Red Sox to activate Pedroia from disabled list
Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia will be activated from the disabled list Friday. The veteran hasn't played since undergoing a cartilage restoration procedure on his left knee in October.
MLB panel: balls have more lift; cause unknown
A committee of researchers appointed by the Major League Baseball has concluded that baseballs are indeed getting extra lift.
Risk of Preterm Birth Reliably Predicted by New Test
Scientists at UCSF have developed a test to predict a woman’s risk of preterm birth when she is between 15 and 20 weeks pregnant.
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Twins' Sano back from DL after 24 games out
Third baseman Miguel Sano, who has missed the Twins' past 24 games with a left hamstring strain, was activated from the disabled list on Thursday.
Angels push back Ohtani's next pitching start
The Los Angeles Angels are pushing back Shohei Ohtani's next outing as a starting pitcher to manage the workload of the two-way rookie.
ChiSox C Castillo gets 80-game ban for PEDs
White Sox catcher Welington Castillo has been suspended 80 games for violating the league's joint drug agreement, Major League Baseball announced Thursday.
Astros' Reddick blames spider bite for DL stint
Josh Reddick guesses a spider bite is to blame for the painful leg infection that has resulted in the Astros' outfielder landing on the DL.
Using Facebook to Help Young Adults Quit Smoking
Smoking cessation intervention for young adults conducted on Facebook found smokers are 2.5 times more likely to quit with the Facebook-based treatment than if they were referred to an online program.
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Wanna get away? Yankees' Texas exit delayed
Travel problems delayed the New York Yankees from getting home from Texas.
GIF: The evolution of Bartolo Colon
The Rangers pitcher, who turns 45 today, has changed quite a bit since breaking into the big leagues with the Indians in 1997.
45 things to know about Bartolo Colon on his 45th birthday
He's pitched for 11 teams over 21 seasons, winning 242 games and a Cy Young -- but there's so much more to "Big Sexy" than mere numbers.
Angels ride Ohtani, Simmons heroics to late win
Shohei Ohtani hit a tying two-run single in the ninth inning, Andrelton Simmons added another two-run hit and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Wednesday night.