National Health News
July 29, 2010
- Kids Adopted By Same-Sex Couples 'Thriving': Researcher
- Americans Still Confused About Health Reform
- Scientists Use Stem Cells to Help Rabbits Grow New Joints
July 28, 2010
- Anesthesia's Role in Hip, Knee Replacement Infections Studied
- Teens With ADHD Often Have Trouble Completing High School
- Sleep Disorder May Help Predict Parkinson's Decades Earlier
- Vaccine Boosts Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer: Study
- Chest Compressions Alone Best With CPR
- FDA Cites Its Food Safety Web Site
- In Young Girls, Obesity Linked to Early Puberty, Analysis Reveals
- New Drugs Eyed for Huntington's Disease
- Higher Education Level May Help Brain Cope With Dementia
- Could Drinking Help Thwart Rheumatoid Arthritis?
- Level of Parent-Child Conflict Seems to Differ Among Nations
- For Some Female Birds, Infidelity Boosts Offspring's Survival
- Implantable Sensor Measures Blood Sugar Levels
- Clinical Trials Update: July 28, 2010
July 27, 2010
- Complications From Weight-Loss Surgery 'Relatively Low'
- Alaskan Sled Dog Has Own Genetic 'Signature'
- Delivering Babies Even a Few Weeks Early Ups Respiratory Risks
- Genetic Risk Score Can Predict Odds For Breast Cancer
- Rush Victims of Deadliest Heart Attacks to Specialty Centers: Study
- Close Ties With Others Might Lengthen Life, Review Finds
- Technology May Explain Mammogram's Poorer Performance in Younger Women
- Longer Time Frame for Clot-Busting Drug May Help Beat Stroke
- Mom's Affection Helps Babies Grow Into Less Stressed Adults
- To Help Keep Weight Off, Turn to the Web
- Does a Foreign Accent Hurt Credibility?
- Brain Structure Changes Found in Irritable Bowel Patients
- In Conversation, People's Brains Can Mirror Each Other
- Clinical Trials Update: July 27, 2010
- Delirious Hospital Patients a High-Risk Group, Study Finds
July 26, 2010
July 25, 2010
- Playgrounds More Fun When Safety Rules Come Into Play
- As Temperature Rises, So Does Seniors' Risk of Hyperthermia
- Relationship Insecurity May Undermine Your Health
July 24, 2010
July 23, 2010
- Docs May Be Slow to Diagnose Arthritis of Back, Study Suggests
- Avoid Mosquito Bites to Prevent Dengue Fever in Florida: Expert
- Clinical Trials Update: July 23, 2010
- As Weight Goes Up, So Do Heart Risks
- Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life
- Urge Kids to Drink Water During Hot Weather: Expert
- HIV-Positive Women Who Want to Conceive Feel Stigma: Survey
- In Adolescence, Happier Often Means Healthier
- Nitric Oxide Doesn't Seem to Help Preemies' Lungs: Report
- Radiation for Childhood Cancer Can Boost Risk of Stillbirth Later
- Women of African Heritage May Face Greater Aggressive Breast Cancer Risk
- Colleges Not Doing Enough to Combat Student Drinking: Report
- Americans With Disabilities Act Reaches 20th Anniversary
- Schizophrenia Linked to Raised Risk of Injury While Hospitalized
- FDA Panels Reject Plan to Curb Opioid Painkiller Abuse
July 22, 2010
- Varying Your Practice Moves May Help Improve Skills
- Clinical Trials Update: July 22, 2010
- Taking to the Stage to Battle Mental Illness
- Signs of Thyroid Trouble Tied to Raised Pregnancy Complication
- Insurance Woes Can Add to Burden of Psoriasis
- 'Working Memory Capacity' May Determine Music's Virtuosos
- People Who Are Depressed 'See' a Gray World
- Caterpillars' Creep May Hold Clues for Advanced Robotics
- Can Ozone Cause Heart Attacks?
- Giving Kids Booze, Medicines Can Be Child Abuse
- Some on Statins May Not Need Boost in 'Good' Cholesterol
- The Longer You Sit, the Shorter Your Life Span: Study
- Dangerous Fungus Now Endemic in Pacific Northwest: CDC
- Cancer Docs 'Frustrated' By Lack of Useful Info in Journal Articles
July 21, 2010
- PTSD Peaks at Different Ages in Men, Women
- Study Points to Molecular Origins of Celiac Disease
- Prenatal Vitamin Levels a Concern After Weight Loss Surgery
- FDA Puts Partial Hold on Avandia Safety Study
- Meditation Appears to Boost Attention Span
- Moderate Caffeine Intake Safe During Pregnancy, Experts Say
- Vaginal Delivery May Be OK After C-Section
- Not Every ACL Tear Needs Early Surgery, Study Suggests
- Gene Therapy Shows Promise With 'Bubble Boy' Disease
- Procedure Rejuvenates Aging Arteries in Pigs
- Clinical Trials Update: July 21, 2010
- People With Drinking Problems May Turn to Clergy for Help
- Florida's Minorities See Unusual Melanoma Patterns
- Damage From Binge-Drinking in Pregnancy Worsens With Age
- Risky Behavior, Drug Use Among Some Gay Men Linked to Childhood Abuse
July 20, 2010
- Can Cell Phones Cause Another Kind of Ringing?
- Homeopathic Nasal Zinc Linked to Loss of Smell
- Ah Doctor, What Exactly Does This Entry Mean?
- Clinical Trials Update: July 20, 2010
- Consumers Overestimate Ability to Master New Products: Study
- Avastin Largely Safe for Patients With Type of Advanced Lung Cancer
- Patient's 'Lost' Blood Can Be Reused in Trauma Surgery
- Higher Percentage of Whites, Blacks and Hispanics Drinking Than in '90s
- Many HIV-Exposed Infants in Africa Don't Get Protective Drug, Study Shows
- 'Get Moving' Can Be Vital Advice for Seniors
- Mom's Alcoholism Especially Tough on Daughter's Mental Health
- FDA Advisers Say Avastin Shouldn't Be Used for Breast Cancer
- New Study Finds HPV Vaccine Protects Against Genital Warts
- Economic Status May Affect Kids' Hearing Aid Care
- Brain Injury May Raise Soldier's Epilepsy Risk
- Study Suggests Painters Face Increased Risk of Bladder Cancer
- Screening for Sepsis Could Save Lives, Researchers Say
July 19, 2010
- Flu Vaccine Via Skin Patch Shows Promise in Mice
- Aggressive Drug Therapy May Help Slow Spread of AIDS
- Researchers Use Ecstasy to Treat PTSD
- Clinical Trials Update: July 19, 2010
- Parents Can Help Limit Kids' Exposure to Medical Imaging
- Study Suggests Higher Cancer Rate Among IVF Babies
- Could PCBs Help Boost Blood Pressure?
- Cigarette Smoke May Up Cancer Risk By Interfering With Genes
- Obesity as Young Adult May Boost Psoriatic Arthritis Risk
- Voice Recorders Seem to Help Detect Autism
- Better Way to Predict Success of Second IVF Attempt?
- Poverty Driving HIV's Spread Among Urban Heterosexuals: Report
- Vaginal Gel Cuts Risk of HIV Infection, Study Shows
- Cholesterol Screening Rates Too Low in Young U.S. Adults: CDC
- New Guidelines Urge Earlier Therapy for HIV Patients
- Autistic Kids Often Fussier Eaters, but Nutrition OK
- Many False-Positive HIV Test Results for Those in AIDS Vaccine Trials
- Major Leaguers Seem Prone to Injuries in First Half of Season
- Ban Point-of-Sale Tobacco Ads in Retail Outlets, Researchers Urge
July 18, 2010
July 17, 2010
July 16, 2010
- Women at Greater Risk From Serious Angina Than Men: Study
- Those To-Die-For High Heels May Alter Anatomy
- Viral 'Fingerprint' in Gut Unique in Everyone, Scientists Discover
- Knee Replacements Can Fail for Various Reasons, Expert Says
- Kids Who Do Poorly in School More Likely to Become Bullies
- Computers Help Beat Hospital Infections
- Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Shows Promise
- More Study Urged on Risks, Benefits of Earlier HIV Therapy
- U.S. Health Reform Starts to Take Hold
- New Methods May Help Predict Survival of African HIV Patients
- Good Luck Charms Might Just Work
- Major Fast Food Chains Have Reduced Trans Fats
- Health, Money Woes May Boost Bowel Cancer Deaths in Blacks
July 15, 2010
- Gentle Horses Help Rein in Autism in Kids
- No-Shame Programs May Appeal to Obese
- Dementia May Differ in Those With and Without Diabetes
- Clinical Trials Update: July 15, 2010
- Mom's Mental State Influenced Kids' Well-Being After 9/11: Study
- New Clues to How Cancer Patients' Genes Influence Treatment
- Arthroscopic Hip Surgery May Help Athletes Get Back to Play
- Silicon Oil May Protect Vision From Radiation for Eye Cancer
- Gay Couples Vulnerable to HIV When Monogamy Is Unsure
- More Americans Abusing Prescription Painkillers
- Stroke Risk May Rise First Hour After Drinking
- Diabetics Urged to Confer With Their Doctor About Avandia Use
- Human Sperm Gene Hasn't Changed for 600 Million Years
- Too Many Tots Watching Too Much TV: Study
- Scientists Create 'Malaria-Proof' Mosquito
- New Private Health Plans Must Offer Preventive Care
- Avandia Raises Heart Risk But Should Stay on Market, FDA Panel Finds
July 14, 2010
- Dengue Infection Re-Emerges in Florida: CDC
- High Readmission Rates May Not Mean Worse Hospital Care
- Cystic Fibrosis Flare-Ups May Be Treated Equally Well at Home
- Community Programs Can Help Mothers Control Weight: Study
- Excess Weight in Older Women Linked to Diminished Memory
- Alzheimer's May Increase Seizure Risk
- Association Found Between Alzheimer's and Anemia
- Method of Failed Suicide May Predict Successful Attempt
- Mood Disorders Going Undetected in U.S. Children
- Sleep Plays Important Role in Chronic Disease: Report
- Alzheimer's Caregivers' Outlook May Vary by Race, Ethnicity
- 1 in 5 Parents Missed Work for H1N1 School Closings: Survey
- New Criteria for Alzheimer's Diagnosis Proposed
- Medical Studies Involving Kids May Be Prone to Bias
- New Pill Found to Cut Weight With Few Side Effects: Study
- Rare Blood Vessel Disease Could Have New Treatment Option
- Clinical Trials Update: July 14, 2010
July 13, 2010
- Brain Grows Quickest in Areas Where Apes, Humans Vary: Study
- Word Games May Predict Life of Relationship
- Alzheimer's Research Spotlights Protein 'Tangles' in Brain
- Intervention May Help Relieve Cancer Patients' Pain, Depression
- Childhood Cancer Survivors at Risk of Premature Death
- Program Teaches Parents How to Nurture Healthy Eaters
- Black Couples Benefit From Program to Curb Spread of HIV
- Can Self-Hypnosis Help Tourette Patients Control Tics?
- Experts Issue New Guidelines on Breast Cancer Drugs
- Avandia Heart Risks Buried by Drug Company: Report
- Emotions May Be Blunted in Alzheimer's Patients
- 1 in 3 U.S. Docs Wouldn't Report Impaired, Incompetent Colleague
July 12, 2010
- 'Expecting the Unexpected' Doesn't Always Work, Study Suggests
- Survey Links Puberty to Violent Behavior
- Salsa, Guacamole Rising Source of Foodborne Illness: CDC
- Eye Chart Exams for Teens May Miss Vision Problems
- Could Having a Bigger Head Help Slow Alzheimer's?
- Lifestyle Interventions Needed to Stay Heart-Healthy
- Fewer Excess Pounds May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes
- Vitamins D, E Might Help Maintain Brain Health
- Sleep Apnea Could Raise Heart Risks for Older Men
- Heart Attack Care Is Getting Better, Report Finds
- New Guidelines Urge Use of MRI Over CT Scan in Stroke Patients
- Exercise, Vitamin D Seem to Cut Alzheimer's Risk: Researchers
- Coping Therapies Unlikely to Ease Kids' Stem Cell Treatment: Study
- Screening Guidelines Miss Many Kids With High Cholesterol
- History of Pregnancy-Linked Diabetes Helps Predict Its Return
- Clinical Trials Update: July 12, 2010
- Weight-Loss Drugs Often No Better Than Fakes: German Study
July 11, 2010
July 10, 2010
- FDA Reviewer Questions Results of Key Avandia Trial
- Parents Urged to Enforce Proper Use of Child Safety Seats
- Don't Let Food Allergies Spoil the Picnic
July 09, 2010
- Rat Study Sheds Light on Cocaine Addiction
- As Parents Lose Jobs, Kids Often Lose Out on Health Care
- Cumulative Radiation Doses Seen in Cardiac Imaging
- Researchers Point to Possible Scleroderma-Cancer Link
- Scientists Engineering Advanced Wound Dressings
- Summer is High Time for Bacterial Infection in Cats
- Brain Hard-Wired to Resist Romantic Rejection, Study Suggests
- Early Tamiflu Might Benefit Transplant Patients With H1N1 Flu
- Study Suggests Link Between HPV, Skin Cancer
- Wrist Fractures May Open Door to Disability in Older Women
- Childhood Obesity Boosts Risk of GERD
- U.S. Report on Kids' Health Brings Mixed Results
- FDA Advisory Panel Decision on Avandia Looms
- Clinical Trials Update: July 9, 2010
- For Teenage Girls, Competition Cuts Both Ways: Study
July 08, 2010
- Anesthetics Could Add to Global Warming
- New Anti-HIV Weapons Found in Immune System
- Decline in U.S. Teen Smoking Rate Stalls
- Benefits of Implantable Defibrillators May Differ by Gender
- Heart Beat Could Provide Marker for Kidney Health: Study
- Clues for Burning Fat Without Exercise Found in Mice
- Babies Born Poor Often Remain Poor
- Fish Oil Supplements Linked to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: July 8, 2010
- Tai Chi and Qigong Offer Many Health Benefits: Review
- Low-Income Children Not Getting Adequate Dental Care
- Monitoring Blood Pressure at Home May Help Keep It Low
July 07, 2010
- Brain Changes in MS May Spur Depression
- Doctor-Patient E-Mails Are a Healthy Addition, Research Shows
- Ancestry May Affect Lung Function Tests
- Understanding Back Pain May Improve Management, Study Suggests
- Suicide Barriers on Bridges May Send Jumpers Elsewhere
- Best Option for Rotator Cuff Tear May Vary by Patient
- U.S. Cancer Death Rate Keeps Falling: Report
- Relentless Heat Threatens Your Health
- Could Hot Weather Affect Results of a Colorectal Cancer Test?
- Lady Gaga-Inspired Lens Fad Draws Warning From Eye Docs
- Clinical Trials Update: July 7, 2010
- Research Sheds Light on How Herpes Virus Invades Cells
July 06, 2010
- Breast, Colon Cancer Screening Rates High, But Not High Enough
- Anxiety Disorders, Heart Disease a Bad Combination: Study
- Tight Blood Pressure Control Doesn't Help All Diabetics: Study
- Glucosamine Ineffective for Lower Back Pain Linked to Arthritis
- Shorter Telomere Length Again Linked to Cancer
- Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
- Too Much Screen Time Can Threaten Attention Span
- Kids See Fewer Ads for Sweets, More for Fast Food: Study
- Later School Start Times May Foster Better Students
- New Alzheimer's Clues Identified
- Mental Health Woes Plague 'Cyberbullies' and Their Victims
- Clinical Trials Update: July 6, 2010
- Changes in Fat Cells May Pave Way for Type 2 Diabetes
- Breast Cancer Gene May Raise Men's Risk, Too
- Vaccines Don't Appear to Increase Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
- Lung Transplant Outcome Might Hinge on Hospital Location
July 05, 2010
July 04, 2010
July 03, 2010
July 02, 2010
- Complications Shorten Stroke Patients' Lives
- Experts Believe Many Birth Defects Are Preventable
- For Parents With Spina Bifida, a Healthy Daughter
- Serious Mental Illness Can Take Toll on Life Span
- Errands Tomorrow? Sleep May Help You Remember
- Clinical Trials Update: July 2, 2010
- Scientists Make Immune Cells in Mice That Fight Off HIV
- Prison Games Hint at Psychopathy, Brain Damage: Study
- 'Family-Centered Rounds' for Pediatric Patients Applauded
- In Mice, Oxygen Slows Wrinkling Due to UV Rays
- Minnesota Smoking Bans Didn't Lead to Job Loss
- Effects of Mom's Favoritism May Last Into Adulthood
- Researchers Find Gene Behind Four-Leaf Clover
- Love in Her Eyes? You're Likely a He-Man, Study Says
July 01, 2010
- Gene Mutation May Make People More Prone to Asthma
- Money Can't Buy You Joy
- Hepatitis A Vaccine Pays Off for Kids: Study
- Antibiotic May Up Risk of Dangerous Potassium Levels in Seniors
- Sex With Recent Smallpox Vaccine Recipient Can Lead to Illness
- Clinical Trials Update: July 1, 2010
- Eye Condition May Alter Corneal Transplant Results
- Researchers Pinpoint Genetic Tie to Brain Development
- Older Folks Watch More TV, Get Less Out of It
- Tibetans' Adaptation to High Altitudes Took Only 3,000 Years: Study
- Scientists Spot Gene Variants That Predict Longevity
- Drug May Shrink Fibroids, Preserve Fertility
- Hospital Visits for Underage Drinking Soar on July 4 Weekend
- Three-Legged Dogs Aid in Robot Design
- PSA Test Does Cut Prostate Cancer Deaths, Study Finds
- Eating Disorders, Addictions Tough to Treat in Teens
- Black Cancer Patients Twice as Likely to Die From Disease
June 30, 2010
- Experts Optimistic About Solving Puzzle of Alzheimer's
- Preterm Births Rarely Discussed With Doctors
- Obesity Ups Cancer Death Risk in Asia-Pacific Region
- Clinical Trials Update: June 30, 2010
- Mouse Study Suggests Caffeine Boosts Athletic Performance
- Exercise May Guard Girls Against Dementia in Senior Years
- Testosterone Gel Could Raise Heart Risks in Frail, Older Men
- Genes Tied to Hair Loss Disorder
- Fetal Genes May Be Linked to Certain Heart Disease in Adults
- Parkinson's Transplant Mystery Solved, Researchers Say
- Predicting Alzheimer's Risk in Patients With Cognitive Problems
- Sleep Seems to Fuel Energy Surge in Rats' Brains
- New Clues to Herniated Disc Pain
June 29, 2010
- More Young Moms-to-Be Treated for Meth, Marijuana Abuse
- Key-Hole Surgery for Knee Injury Doesn't Lower Arthritis Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: June 29, 2010
- Smoking May Boost Risk of Certain Colon Cancers
- Taking Public Transit Might Help You Stay Slim
- Clues to Preventing Return of Liver Cancer
- Many With Early Breast Cancer Don't Complete Therapy
- Fewer Dying From Type 1 Diabetes
- Teen Girls Becoming More Open to Drugs, Alcohol
- Latest Study on Diabetes Drug Avandia Finds No Heart Risks
- Insulin Pump With Blood Sugar Sensor May Improve on Injections
- Tight Blood Sugar Control in Older Diabetics May Not Reduce Heart Risk
- Community-Based Diabetes Prevention Program Promising: Study
- An Extra Nudge Might Boost Mammogram Rates
- Obesity Rates Jump in 28 States, Report Shows
June 28, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: June 28, 2010
- Most U.S. Physicians Practicing 'Defensive Medicine'
- Blood Test May One Day Predict Menopause, Researchers Say
- Gender-Specific Formula for Women's Peak Heart Rate 'More Accurate'
- A Little Biking May Help Premenopausal Women Stay Slim
- Statins May Not Be as Helpful for Those Without Heart Disease
- Organ-Rejection Drug Linked to Higher Cancer Risk After Liver Transplant
- More Genes Implicated in Type 2 Diabetes
- School-Based Efforts May Help Curb Obesity in High-Risk Kids
- Artificial Pancreas Continues to Show Promise
- More Than 1.5 Million Cancer Survivors Have Kids Under 18
- When Parents Smoke, Kids' Weight, Behavior May Suffer
- Combo Vaccine Raises Risk of Fever-Related Seizures in Kids
- Diabetes Drug Avandia Ups Heart Risk, Reviews Conclude
- Statins May Lower Rates of Prostate Cancer Recurrence
- Exercise OK for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients: Review
- FDA Urges Limiting Antibiotics in Meat
- Kids With Coordination Disorder More Likely to Be Overweight
June 26, 2010
- Vitamins May Not Curb High Blood Pressure in Pregnant Diabetics
- No Omega-3 Heart Benefit Seen in Women With Type 1 Diabetes
June 25, 2010
- Outdated Meds Pose Problems If Kept or Tossed
- Clinical Trials Update: June 25, 2010
- Chronic Pain Often Follows U.S. Soldiers Home: Study
- Applying Sunscreen: Are You Doing It the Wrong Way?
- What You Touch May Make You a 'Softie' or Play 'Hard Ball'
- 'Rotten Eggs' Gas Might Cut Inflammation in Ventilated Patients
- Where Do Pets Go When They Dream?
- How Brain Organizes Info Doesn't Depend on Sight
- Your Intellect Might Be Reflected in Your Body Symmetry
- Thunder Shouldn't Be Ignored, Weather Experts Warn
- Reverse in Death Rates Seen for Urban, Rural U.S. Residents
- Diabetes May Double Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
- Drug Helps Tackle Type 2 Diabetes in New Way, Study Says
- Red Wine Compound Could Point to Treatment for Eye Diseases
- For Migraine Sufferers, Stigma Adds to Burden
- U.S. Report Finds Too Few Clinics Target Diabetes, Obesity
June 24, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: June 24, 2010
- Phone Reminders May Boost Colon Cancer Screenings
- Bone-Building Pills Appear to Lower Invasive Breast Cancer Risk
- Virus Plus Gene Mutation Spurs Crohn's Disease in Mice
- Aging Swingers at High STD Risk
- Warm But Watchful Parents Can Keep Kids From Heavy Drinking
- Research Sheds Light on Increased Blood Clot Risk
- Brain Stimulation Seems to Boost Language Skills in Alzheimer's Patients
- Scientists Suggest Links Between Personality, Size of Brain Regions
- Scientists Fashion New Lung for Rats
- Most Americans Get Too Much Salt
- Diabetes Seems to Up Risks for Lung Disease Patients
- Brand 'Personality' May Affect How Consumers See Themselves
- Mold May Trigger Severe Asthma in Some Folks
June 23, 2010
- U.S. Health Care Ranks Low Among Developed Nations: Report
- Tests Help Predict Which Parkinson's Patients Are Likely to Fall
- Clinical Trials Update: June 23, 2010
- Study Shows Courage Sparks Certain Parts of Brain
- Poor Breast Cancer Survival in Blacks May Not Be Due to Race
- Urban Sprawl Could Make Cities Hotter
- Tailored Treatment for Advanced Lung Cancer?
- Better Rx for Cirrhosis-Linked Bleeding
- Stem Cell Technique Restores Sight to Burn-Injured Eyes
- Study Clears Cell Phone Towers of Childhood Cancer Connection
- Treatment Helped Soldiers With Migraine, Insomnia: Study
- Mouse Study Sheds Light on Diabetes-Heart Disease Link
- Seasonality of Child Abuse Could Be a Myth
- Abuse May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke in Migraine Sufferers
- Expert Challenges New Mammogram Guidelines
- Experts Try to Gauge Health Effects of Gulf Oil Spill
June 22, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: June 22, 2010
- Religious Teens Seem Less Prone to Alcohol Abuse
- X-Ray Can Spot Gastric Band Slippage
- Cavities in Baby Teeth May Come From Poor Food Choices
- Exercise May Combat Alcohol Cravings, Animal Study Suggests
- Blacks Seem More Vulnerable to Deadly Blood Infection
- Soccer Safety Not Just for the Pros
- New Method Proposed for Gauging Hospital Infection Rates
- Gaining Weight Later in Life Ups Diabetes Risk
- Fewer Hours for Medical Residents May Backfire
- Labor Induction May Boost C-Section Risk
- Hormone Raises Desire for Fattening Foods
- Thyroid Function at High End of Normal Tied to Miscarriage Risk
- More Evidence That B Vitamins Alone Won't Counter Heart Risks
June 21, 2010
- Many Diabetics Unaware of Hot Weather Hazards
- More Than Half of Pediatricians Make Diagnostic Errors: Survey
- Inexperienced Female Athletes Risk Serious Health Problems
- Breast Milk Reduces Infections in Babies
- Genome for Human Body Lice Unlocked
- Ear Tubes Appear to Be Safe Before Cochlear Implantation
- Skin Appendage Tumors Seem on the Rise in U.S.
- Delivery Method May Determine the Bacteria Babies Acquire
- Many Docs Don't Mind Taking Gifts From Industry: Study
- Plastics Chemical BPA Tied to Ovarian Cysts
- Higher Testosterone Tied to Heart Trouble in Older Men
- PCBs May Weaken Kids' Vaccination Response
- 'Junk Food' Sugar May Help Some Fat Cells Proliferate
- Obesity Doesn't Always Guarantee Heart Disease
- Age, Race May Affect Type 2 Diabetes Screening Results
- Flame Retardant May Up Risk of Thyroid Problems in Pregnancy
- Cartoon Characters Sell Kids on Unhealthy Foods
- Clinical Trials Update: June 21, 2010
- Chimps Kill Neighbors to Gain New Territory
- MP3 Players Might Harm Hearing
June 20, 2010
June 19, 2010
June 18, 2010
- Electronic Monitoring of Asthma Med Use May Boost Adherence
- Ninety Percent of Stroke Risk Due to 10 Risk Factors
- Reading Comes Easier for Kids When Rover's Around
- Lymphoma Survivors Often Miss Out on Follow-Up
- FDA Panel Votes Against Approval of 'Female Viagra'
- Moderate Coffee, Tea Drinking Lowers Heart Disease Risk
- Patients Could Use More Help Quitting Smoking
- 'Watchful Waiting' Often Best Strategy for Slow-Moving Prostate Cancer
- On Father's Day, Give Dad Gift of Health
- Coffee Might Guard Against Head, Neck Cancers
- FDA Panel Backs New 'Morning After' Pill
- Hopes Dashed That Vitamin D Reduces Cancer Risk
- People May Skip Soft Drinks Rather Than Pay More
- Clinical Trials Update: June 18, 2010
- The Fight Against Autism Goes High Tech
- Summer Vacation May Set Back Kids' Language Skills
June 17, 2010
- Stomach Bacteria Might Trigger Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rats Appear to Be Born With a Sense of Direction
- Shared Opinions Light Up Brain's 'Reward Center'
- H1N1 Flu Undergoing Genetic Changes in Pigs
- ER Visits Soaring for Prescription Painkiller Misuse
- Clinical Trials Update: June 17, 2010
- Few Americans Using Electronic Medical Records
- Gene Mutation Offers Clues to Tamoxifen-Blood Clot Link
- Celebrex Appears Easier on Stomach for Arthritis Patients
- Botox May Temporarily Paralyze Emotions, Too
- Medicare Cuts May Have Led Docs to Prescribe More Chemo
June 16, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: June 16, 2010
- Gene Therapy for HIV Inches Forward
- 'Graying' of Drug Users at U.S. Treatment Centers
- Obesity Can Take Toll on Sex Life
- Parents Ill-Informed About Kids' Concussion Risks
- World Cup Matches Might Boost Your Mental Health
- Local Murders Linked to Poor School Performance
- Air Pollution Tied to Breathing Problems in Sleep
- New Clues for Treating Ulcerative Colitis
- Antiretrovirals During Breast-Feeding Shield Babies From HIV, Study Shows
- Why Some Like Things Salty
- Scientists Tease Out Links Between Diabetes, Cancer
- Low Testosterone in Older Men Less Common Than Thought
- Number of Uninsured Jumped By Nearly 3 Million in 2009
- Gene Mutations Offer Clues to Autoimmune Disorders
- H1N1 Flu Vaccine May Shield Against 1918 Strain
- Playtime with Parents May Shape Gender Roles
June 15, 2010
- Drug-Resistant Staph Threatens Cystic Fibrosis Patients
- Mediterranean Diet Linked to Better Cardiac Function
- IV Steroids May Be Overkill in COPD Patients
- Vitamin B6 Tied to Lowered Lung Cancer Risk
- Brain Circuitry May Develop Through Adulthood
- Calcium, Vitamin D Supplements OK for Arteries
- Common Birth Defect Likely Inherited
- Study Probes Causes of Anger in Returning U.S. Soldiers
- Docs Should Assess Lung Clot Risk Before Ordering Scan
- Key Blood Sugar Test Seems to Differ By Race
- Mastectomy Rates Down Overall, New Study Finds
- Females May Be Naturally More Prone to Stress: Animal Study
- Gene-Based Detection Method Might Spot HIV Earlier
- Drug That Stops Bleeding Could Save Lives
June 14, 2010
- Experimental Liver Transplant Approach Shows Early Promise
- Stricter Rules Can Steer Kids Away From TV
- Popular Blood Pressure Drugs Tied to Slight Rise in Cancer Risk
- Health Plan May Influence 5-Year Rectal Cancer Survival
- Harmless Brain Abnormalities in Kids Pose Disclosure Dilemmas
- Cost-Conscious Cancer Survivors Skip Care
- Teen Boys Who Attempt Suicide More Likely to Abuse as Adults
- New Clues to Preventing Memory Loss From MS
- 'Normal' Blood Pressure in Male Teens a Warning Sign
- Free Clinics Play Important Role for Uninsured in U.S.
- Diet, Meds and Smoking Linked to Eye Disease Risks
- Scientists Spot More Genes Related to Alzheimer's
- Most Doctors Giving Pap Test Too Often
- Brown Rice Bests White for Diabetes Prevention
- Longer Antiviral Therapy Reduces Lung Transplant Complications
- 'Good' HDL Cholesterol Now Tied to Lower Cancer Risk
- Genetics, Insecticides Might Contribute to Parkinson's
- Lifestyle Changes Are No Guarantee Against Alzheimer's
- Clinical Trials Update: June 14, 2010
- U.S. Panel Upholds Ban on Gay Men as Blood Donors
June 13, 2010
June 12, 2010
June 11, 2010
- Family Caregivers Share Experiences of Dying Patients
- FDA Panel Endorses 1st Oral Drug for Multiple Sclerosis
- Preschoolers' Skills Get Boost From Confident Teachers
- Mystery of Santa Rosa Mummy May Be Solved
- Clinical Trials Update: June 11, 2010
- Biofeedback May Help Combat Stage Fright
- Even in Non-Contact Sports, Mouth Guards Are Essential
- Least Healthy More Apt to Think Genes Explain Disease Risk
- After Vasectomy, Single Test Might Give All-Clear
- Depression Could Play a Role in Added Belly Fat
- Honesty Helps Young Girls Build Better Relationships
- Do Vodka Preferences Have a Chemical Basis?
- Smoking Linked to Aggressive Colon Polyps: Study
- Men May Be More Vulnerable to Roller Coaster Ride of Romance
June 10, 2010
- New Potential Cause of Alzheimer's Disease Detected
- Lack of Insurance Could Raise Inpatient Death Risk
- Exercise Helps Reduce Falls in Young and Old
- Quitting Smoking Before Pregnancy Could Save Babies' Lives
- Depression Can Make Pain Worse
- CDC Warns of Ecstasy Overdose 'Clusters' at Rave Events
- Genes May Be a Source of Vitamin D Deficiency
- Is It Safe to Go in the Gulf Coast's Water?
- Not Smoking After Bone Surgery May Speed Healing
- Common Cancer Drug Tied to Kidney Damage
- Staph Infection Risk Rises With Brain, Chest Surgeries
- Violence on the Rise at U.S. Health Care Centers
- Clinical Trials Update: June 10, 2010
- Eye Exam May Someday Spot Multiple Sclerosis
- Tiniest Babies Don't Hurt Family Health in Long Run
June 09, 2010
- Shortness Boosts Heart Disease, Death Risk: Study
- Warfarin Safe During Heart Device Surgery: Study
- Early School Start Times Raise Risk of Teen Car Crashes
- Clinical Trials Update: June 9, 2010
- Some Brain Cells Seem to Multitask
- 1 in 4 Americans Under 65 Lacks Dental Insurance
- Morning Larks Outperform Night Owls on the Pitcher's Mound
- Children of Older Dads at Higher Risk of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- More School Friends May = Better Grades
- Gene Copy Aberrations May Help Drive Autism
- Old Drugs May Have New Use Against Hepatitis C
- Fewer Heart Attacks After England Goes Smoke-Free
- H1N1 Flu Acts Much Like Its Seasonal Cousin
- Health Plan Reports Major Drop in Heart Attacks
- Epilepsy Drug Linked to Serious Birth Defects
- Medicare Drug Spending Varies Widely Across U.S.
June 08, 2010
- Brain Scans Show How Meditation Calms Pain
- Health Care Reform Bill Best Option: Analysis
- Use of Long-Term Acute Care Hospitalization Growing
- Study Slams Body Checking for Young Hockey Players
- Common Pain Relievers Raise Heart Risk for Healthy Folks
- Poor Hygiene a Danger at Outpatient Surgery Centers
- FDA Needs Food Safety Overhaul: Report
- When Mom Is Abused, Child's Obesity Risk May Rise
- Clinical Trials Update: June 8, 2010
- Soldiers Plagued by Sleeplessness Back Home
- Childhood Adversity May Affect Pregnancy Later in Life
- Dating Preferences Often Determined by Strangers
- 40-Year-Old Gout Drug Shows Promise Against Angina
- Many Americans Sleep-Deprived: Study
- Female Caregivers Face a Heavier Toll: Study
- Stress-Relief Program Helped Those Facing Breast Cancer Twice
June 07, 2010
- Drug Made From Sea Sponge Fights Advanced Breast Cancer
- Targeted Therapy Shows Promise Against Deadly Brain Cancer
- Consistent Bedtime May Give Kids Developmental Boost
- Teen Headaches Tied to Alcohol, Coffee
- Kids With Lesbian Parents Do Just Fine
- Clinical Trials Update: June 7, 2010
- After a Stroke, Light Exercise Gets Hands, Arms Working Again
- Military Deployment May Affect Kids' Health Care
- Muscle Tone May Play a Role in GERD
- Genetics Linked to Gambling Problems in Both Genders
- Poor Asthma Outcomes in Black Kids Despite Access to Care
- Experts Revise Guidelines for Determining Brain Death
- Post-Combat Stress Disrupting Daily Lives of Returning Vets
- Mouth Cancer Prognosis Improves When Cervical Cancer Virus Involved
- Secondhand Smoke a Mental Health Hazard?
- Green Tea Compound Slowed Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Newer Drugs Beat Gleevec in Head-to-Head Trials
- Researchers Report Treatment Headway Against Lung Cancer
- Novel Drug Combats Advanced Melanoma
- Studies Suggest New Treatment Paradigms for Ovarian, Prostate Cancers
- Targeted Radiation for Early Breast Cancer a Good Option: Study
- 'Sleep Sex' Might Be Nightmare for Some
June 06, 2010
June 05, 2010
June 04, 2010
- Removing Gallbladder Sooner Cuts Costs, Readmissions
- One-Third of U.S. Girls Get HPV Vaccine
- Most People With HIV Begin Care Too Late
- Move Childhood Back Outdoors This Summer
- Help for Women Runners With Knee Pain
- Kids With Down Syndrome Might Get Help Learning
- Compression Garments Don't Boost Athletic Performance
- Low IQ Among Males Raises Suicide Risk
- A Year After Its Emergence, H1N1 Swine Flu Lingers
- Belly-Baring Cheerleaders at Raised Risk of Eating Disorders
- Low-Dose HRT Patch May Lessen Stroke Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: June 4, 2010
- Anger Spurs Surprising Changes in the Body
- Glucose 'Tattoo' Could Track Blood Sugar Levels for Diabetics
- Wii Games Can Get Seniors Moving
June 03, 2010
- Donor-Assisted Conception Sparks Disclosure Dilemmas
- Clinical Trials Update: June. 3, 2010
- Romance May Steer Young Adults Away From Booze, Pot
- Poker Players May Use Drugs to Stay Sharp at the Table
- Gulf Oil Spill Workers Report Health Problems
- Drug Errors Peak in July When New Docs Start
- 20% of U.S. High Schoolers Abuse Prescription Drugs
- 1 in 4 Patients Undergoes Revolving-Door Hospitalizations
- More Than Quarter of Stroke Patients Reach ER Within 'Golden Hour'
- Neighborhood Planning Could Help More Kids Avoid Obesity
- Drug Combo Staves Off Type 2 Diabetes
- Breathing Exercises May Boost Athletes' Performance
- Burgers May Feed Kids' Asthma Risk
- Lead Poisoning Unlikely Cause of Beethoven's Death
- Jews Around the World Linked by Common Genetic Ancestry
June 02, 2010
- Brain Volume Lost to Anorexia Reversible
- Tonsillectomy Study Finds Best Way to Avoid Complications
- Pain Med May Affect Breast Cancer Recurrence
- New Tests for Prostate Cancer Might Bring More Certainty
- Clean House Linked to Better Fitness
- Clinical Trials Update: June 2, 2010
- Longer Drug Regimen Still Best Against Breast Cancer
- Childhood Brain Tumors May Respond to Measles Virus
- More Than 40% of U.S. Teens Have Had Sex
- Coffee's Jolt Just an Illusion?
- Black Men at Greater Risk of Aggressive Prostate Tumors: Study
- Size of Prostate Tumor Linked to Patients' Weight
- Grandpa's Decision-Making Skills May Be Just Fine
- Impulsive Behavior, Drinking Decline in Early Adulthood
- 1 in 5 College Students Admitted to Drunk Driving, Study Found
- Lifestyle Doesn't Influence Genetic Risks in Breast Cancer
- Deep Brain Stimulation Works in Two Sites for Parkinson's Disease
June 01, 2010
- Dog Sniffs Out Prostate Cancer in Small Study
- Matching Heart Donors by Race Unnecessary?
- Vitamins Fail to Protect Men Against Bladder Cancer
- Radiation for Prostate Cancer May Boost Fracture Risk
- Sexual, Urinary Health Boosted in Exercisers, Nonsmokers
- Prostate Cancer Vaccine Shows Few Side Effects
- Risk of Miscarriage Linked to Antidepressants
- Male 'Pill' Still a Ways Off
- Acupuncture May Trigger Natural Painkiller
- Frequent Urination at Night Linked to Raised Death Risk
- Dangers Lurk in Impotence Drugs Sold on Web
- Contaminated Cocaine Can Cause Flesh to Rot
- TV Food Ads Promote Bad Diets
- Surviving Cardiac Arrest Depends on Your Location
- Clinical Trials Update: June 1, 2010
- Dual Therapy Best for Preventing Bleeding After Heart Procedures
- Shorter Hospital Stays May Hinder Heart Failure Patients
- Being Young and Sedentary Raises Hypertension Risk Later
- Tracking PSA Test Results Over Time Gives Clues to Cancer
- More Cancer-Causing Chemicals in U.S. Cigarettes
- Certain Popular Antidepressants Linked to Cataracts in Seniors
- Value of Monitoring Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Assessed
- Mom's Extra Pregnancy Pounds May Raise Child's Heart Risks
May 31, 2010
- Club Drug 'Special K' Could Leave Users Incontinent
- Women Smokers Targeted on 'World No Tobacco Day'
- Race Car Fans Develop Special Hearing Abilities
May 30, 2010
May 29, 2010
- Dive Safely -- Or Risk Spinal Cord Damage
- 'Click It or Ticket' Coming to a Seat Belt Checkpoint Near You
May 28, 2010
- Bursts of Vigorous Activity Appear to Be a 'Stress-Buffer'
- Ultrasound Helps Spot Stroke Risk in Symptomless Patients
- Injuries From Underage Drinking Rise Over Memorial Day Weekend
- Caring for Diabetic Pets Helps Humans Get Healthier
- Overweight Younger Adults as Healthy as Normal-Weight Peers?
- Making Your Way Through the Fog of Chemotherapy
- Scientist Becomes First Human 'Infected' With Computer Virus
- Toothbrushing May Stave Off Heart Woes
- Johnson & Johnson Criticized Over Drug Recall
- Clinical Trials Update: May 28, 2010
- Today's College Students More Likely to Lack Empathy
- Putting New Medical Guidelines Into Practice Often Difficult
- Potential New Source of Stem Cells for Heart Repair
- Ebola Virus Thwarted After Exposure
May 27, 2010
- Flu May Migrate Rather Than Die Out
- Decline in Potentially Lethal Hospital-Based Infections
- Anti-HIV Drugs May Help Prevent Spread of Virus
- Chlamydia Treated Sooner When Docs Use E-Records
- Tanning Beds Can Greatly Boost Melanoma Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: May 27, 2010
- Many People Still Don't Know How to Protect Against Skin Cancer
- Genes' Link to Certain Cancers Questioned
- Fit People Release More Fat-Burning Molecules During Exercise
- Exercise Boosts Health of Cancer Patients
- New Bunion Procedure Aims to Replace Invasive Foot Surgery
- Allergies Might Trigger Depression
- Immune System Troubles Could Spark Behavior Woes
- Too Many Stroke Patients Go Without Statins
- Experts Advise At-Risk Diabetics to Begin Daily Aspirin Later
- Laser Used to Blast Away Cells Causing Irregular Heartbeat
May 26, 2010
- Single Lung Tumor Contains 50,000 Mutations
- Brain Cells May Serve as Clot-Busters
- Shark Cartilage Not Beneficial in Advanced Lung Cancer
- Waiting to Clamp the Umbilical Cord May Be Better for Babies
- Rare Cases of Liver Damage Tied to Weight-Loss Drug
- Gene Mutation Linked to Congenital Heart Disease
- Progress Made Against Once-Fatal Heart Defect
- Surgery, Stenting Fare Equally Well in Preventing Stroke
- Healthier Fats Replacing Trans Fats, Study Finds
- FDA Warns of Fracture Risk With Popular Heartburn Drugs
- Osteoarthritis Claims Growing Number of Younger Victims
- Showing Gratitude for Partner's Generosity Strengthens Bonds
- Eyeglass Change Might Keep Elderly From Falling
- Clinical Trials Update: May 26, 2010
- Prenatal Exposure to Chemicals Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
- 'The Pill' Is Birth Control Favorite in U.S.
- Many Supplements Said to Contain Toxins, Make False Health Claims
- Brain Injuries May Lead to Sleep Woes
May 25, 2010
- Testosterone May Make Women Less Trusting
- Lubricant Use May Raise HIV Infection Risk During Anal Sex
- As Autism Web Sites Boom, Experts Urge Caution
- Moderate Drinking May Protect Brain From Alzheimer's
- Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission Linked to Gene Change
- Clinical Trials Update: May 25, 2010
- Shortage of Transplant Organs Spurs Proposals But No Solution
- Washington, D.C., Tops List of Healthiest U.S. Cities
- Germs in Soil Might Give Learning a Boost
- Bacteria May Predict Chances of Colon Cancer
- Rare Disorder Has People Convinced They Smell Bad
- Breast Cancer Study Offers New Hope
- Report Finds Control of High Blood Pressure Improving
- Quick Use of Antibiotics Best for COPD Flare-Ups
- Out-of-Pocket Costs Limit Access to Arthritis Drugs
- Fewer Boys Born Following 9/11 Attacks
May 24, 2010
- Homeless Americans Unlikely to Receive Basic Health Care
- Swimming Lessons OK for Toddlers, Experts Say
- Like Humans, Chimps Ape Their Betters
- Frequent Doctor Visits Help Diabetics Control Blood Pressure
- Heart Drugs Safe for Lungs, Study Finds
- Viral Infection Could Be Marker for Type 1 Diabetes
- H1N1 Pandemic Flu Hits Pregnant Women Hard
- Female-to-Male HIV Transmission Risk Doubles During Pregnancy
- Global Death Rate for Children Lower Than Thought
- Children With Epilepsy Feel on Par With Healthy Siblings
- Women Born Early More Apt to Have Preterm Baby
- Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Health Problems Throughout Life
- No Benefit Seen in Delaying Infant Vaccinations
- 'Button' Batteries Killing, Disabling Children
- Clinical Trials Update: May 24, 2010
- Choir Singing May Relieve Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Fewer Sugary Drinks, Less High Blood Pressure
May 23, 2010
- Parents Want Electronic Access to Their Children's Docs: Survey
- Yoga's Benefits Outweigh Risks for Pregnant Women
May 22, 2010
May 21, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: May 21, 2010
- Health Reform Should Provide Insurance to Many Young Adults
- Online Program Helps Patients Self-Monitor Blood Pressure
- Creativity, Schizophrenia Share Similarities in the Brain
- Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Muscular Dystrophy
- Other People's Cell Phone Conversations Really Are Annoying
- Common Diabetes Drug Linked to Vitamin B-12 Deficiency
- Scientists Spot Real 'Smoking Gun' in Prostate Cancer
- Communication Program Didn't Improve Autism Symptoms
- Treatment With Rituxan May Reduce Recurrence of Follicular Lymphoma
- Heart Disease Among Childhood Cancer Survivors Tied to Gene Mutations
- Statin Use Tied to Eye, Kidney, Liver Troubles
- Lifestyle Affects Survival in Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
- Experimental Vaccine Shields Monkeys Against Ebola
- Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Moves Closer
- Gene Therapy Might Treat 'Bubble Boy' Disease
- Yoga Eases Sleep Problems Among Cancer Survivors
- Talk With Doctor Helps Heart Attack Patients Resume Sex
- The Science Behind Musical Taste
- Radiation Not Needed in Many Older Breast Cancer Patients
- IV Treatment May Thwart Advanced Cancers
May 20, 2010
- When Heart Patients Discharge Themselves, Hospital Bills Increase
- Fat in Males, Females Differs Genetically, Mouse Study Shows
- Scientists Map Genetic Codes of Human Microbes
- 1 in 8 Public Pools Unfit for Use: CDC
- Medical Devices Driving Up Heart Care Costs
- Stroke Incidence Down, But Not for Blacks
- Clinical Trials Update: May 20, 2010
- Big Decline in Heart Attacks If All States Had Smoking Bans
- Belly Fat in Middle Age Raises Dementia Risk
- More Steps a Day Lead to Better Health
- Some Spices Cut Cancer Risk That Comes With Grilled Burgers
- Post-Chemo Treatment May Boost Lung Cancer Survival
- A Protein Links Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome
May 19, 2010
- An Autistic Child Doesn't Mean Parents Will Divorce
- For Depression, Phone Therapy May Be an Answer
- Alzheimer's Costs Could Explode by Mid-Century
- Female Incontinence Surgeries Look Equally Effective
- Less Invasive Fix for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Works
- New Hope for Early Detection of Autism
- Wild Birds Shun Organic Food
- Antibiotic Resistance Can Last a Year, Review Finds
- Infants Vulnerable to Measles Before 1st Shot
- Study Challenges Notion That Moderate Drinking Protects the Heart
- Alcohol Companies Use New Media to Lure Young Drinkers: Report
- Confiding Eases Older Men's Stress Over Sexual Problems
- Meaningful Conversations Boost Kids' Language Skills
- Viagra Linked to Hearing Loss
- New Clues to Treating Immune System Disorders
- Eliminating Wheat, Milk From Diet Doesn't Help Autistic Kids
- Clinical Trials Update: May 19, 2010
- IVF, Fertility Drugs Might Boost Autism Risk
May 18, 2010
- Postpartum Depression Can Strike New Dads
- Elderly Falls Linked to Altered Blood Flow in Brain
- New Clues to Treating an Aggressive Breast Cancer
- BPA in Cans Poses Health Threat, Report Claims
- Major Depression Often Follows Brain Injury
- Exercise Can Spur Wheezing, Even in Healthy Kids
- Viagra May Aid Those With Lung Fibrosis
- A Mother's Love Overcomes Poverty's Effect on Health
- Younger Is Better When Getting Cochlear Implants
- Older Patients More Apt to Be Happy With Plastic Surgery
- Smallpox Vaccine May Protect Against HIV
- Suicide Risk May Be Higher in Senior Facilities
- C-Sections May Raise Celiac Disease Risk in Offspring
- Lost Sense of Smell Noted Among Ground Zero Workers Post-9/11
- Clinical Trials Update: May 18, 2010
- Relationships May Influence Surgical Residents' Career Plans
May 17, 2010
- For Preemies, Better Use of Oxygen Improves Survival
- Technique Might Boost Women's Fertility
- Web-Based Program Can Boost Asthma Care
- ER Docs Predict Jump in Emergency Room Visits
- Pesticides on Produce Tied to ADHD in Children
- Lung Disease Can Be Genetic Even Without Family History
- Kids' Psychological Problems Have Long-Term Effects
- Men, Women May Respond Differently to Vaccines
- More Seniors Opting for Less Invasive Sinus Surgery
- Acne, Psoriasis Meds Don't Raise Fracture Risk
- Experts Divided on Whether to Treat Thyroid Cancer
- 'Vine That Ate the South' Could Also Boost Smog Levels
- Survey Finds Those Over 50 Are Less Stressed
- Heart Attack Guidelines Close Racial Gaps in Hospital Care
- High-Fat Meal May Trigger Asthma
May 16, 2010
May 15, 2010
May 14, 2010
- Low Umbilical Cord pH Tied to Death, Brain Damage
- Benefits of Good Child Care Extend Into Teen Years
- Rotavirus Vaccine Helps Kids Avoid Severe Gastro Illness
- A Woman's Touch Encourages Financial Risk-Taking
- Research Reveals Secret of Spitting Cobras' Aim
- Doctors Can Use Rotavirus Vaccine Again: FDA
- Clinical Trials Update: May 14, 2010
- Parent Involvement in Grade School Boosts Child's Social Skills
- Most High Schoolers Today Cheat
- Good Hygiene Does Slow Spread of Pandemic Flu
- Most Military Couples Satisfied With Their Relationships
- Safety Training Makes for Safer Mining
- Dyslexia Linked to Differences in Brain Circuitry
- Early Treatment With Clot-Busting Drug Best After Stroke
- Quick Weight Loss May Be Best for Long-Term Success
- Primary Care Docs Handling More HIV Cases
- As End of Life Nears, What to Do With Implanted Defibrillators?
- Listening to Mozart Won't Make Your Child Smarter
May 13, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: May 13, 2010
- Herbal Supplements, Warfarin Can Be Hazardous Mix
- The Best Diet? That Depends on You
- Small Changes in Two Genes May Trigger Breast Cancer
- Sugar Before Shots Helps Infants Cope
- Effort to Cure Some Types of Hearing Loss Gets Big Boost
- Genetic Pattern May Predict Leukemia Relapse
- Walgreens Postpones Plans to Sell Do-It-Yourself Genetic Test
- Rate of Childhood Peanut Allergies More Than Triples
- Tibetans' Genes Help Them Thrive at High Altitudes
- Women Who Marry Younger Men May Die Earlier
- Treating Common Irregular Heartbeat Might Also Ward Off Alzheimer's
- Too Many Wouldn't Call 911 If Stroke Hit
- Many Pregnant Woman Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
- Suicide Leading Cause of Violent Death: CDC
- Racial Disparities Widen in Use of Asthma Treatments
- Interruptions Make Doctors Lose Track of Tasks
May 12, 2010
- Almost Half of Deaths in Kids Under 5 Occur in 5 Countries
- For Drug Company Whistleblowers, Hardship Often Follows
- A Tan Is Still Admired, Despite Risks
- Talking to Mom by Phone May Relieve a Daughter's Stress
- Clinical Trials Update: May 12, 2010
- Study Challenges Key Autism Theory
- Brain Cell Study Explains 'Eureka' Moment
- Prevention Program Spares Seniors More Falls
- Health Claims on Foods May Not Be Well-Grounded
- Impotence Drugs May Aid Brain Tumor Treatment
- Green Light Exposure Can Reset Body Clock
- New Implanted Defibrillator May Be Simpler, Safer
- Caffeine Helps Shift Workers Avoid Mistakes
- Bone Drugs Not Linked to Rare Fractures
- The 'Reality' of Sex Addiction Stirs Debate
May 11, 2010
- With Long-Term Exercise, Being 80 Is Just a Number
- Once-A-Year Vitamin D Megadose Ups Fracture Risk: Study
- Strenuous Exercise May Stop Cellular Death
- Few High-Quality Studies on Food Allergies, Say Reviewers
- Prevention Gets Credit for Fewer Heart Deaths
- Overtime Boosts Heart Attack Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: May 11, 2010
- Rhythmic Gymnastics May Help Girls Build Strong Bones
- Women Often Miss Signs of Stroke
- Barbara Walters' Prognosis Is Excellent, Doctors Say
- Sickle Cell Disease Tied to Cognitive Difficulties
- New Alzheimer's Risk Genes Identified
- Some Women Lack Strong Feelings About Motherhood
- Preterm Birth Rates Declining, U.S. Report Shows
- Tainted Lettuce Recall Expands
- Acupuncture Delivers Some Pain Relief
May 10, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: May 10, 2010
- Older, Abused Women Suffer Poor Mental Health
- Hookahs an Unhealthy Hit Among Privileged Young Adults
- 6 to 8 Hours of Shut-Eye Is Optimal for Health
- Bran Intake Helps Those With Diabetes
- Air Pollution Raises Risk of Heart Disease, Death
- Fluctuating Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk
- Parkinson's Drugs Tied to Compulsive Behaviors
- Eating Nuts May Help Cholesterol Levels
- Stomach Acid Drugs Come with Dangers, Studies Show
- Restless Legs Syndrome Can Have Family Ties
- New Way to Eliminate Source of Asthma?
- Genetic Variants Tied to MS, Study Finds
- Kidney Removal May Be Ill-Advised for Some Elderly
- U.S. Cancer Costs Double in Two Decades
- Breast-Fed Babies Know When to Say When
- COPD Flare-Up May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
May 09, 2010
- Does Mom Need Help to Stop Smoking?
- High-Stress Jobs Tax Women's Hearts, Too
- Ingredient in Dark Chocolate Could Guard Against Stroke
May 08, 2010
May 07, 2010
- Ankle Braces May Protect Girl Volleyball Players
- Genes Tie Blood Fat to Heart Disease
- Three Genes Linked to Variations in Eye Color
- Obesity Behind Rise of 'Phantom' Brain Tumors in Children
- Clinical Trials Update: May 7, 2010
- Simple Test May Identify Breast Cancer Subtypes
- No Link Between Childhood Infections, Autism
- Gene Mutation Links Sporadic and Inherited ALS Cases
- Sleepless Nights Plague Assisted Living Residents
- Cancer Society Says U.S. Report Failed to Prove Health Risks
- Gulf Oil Spill Could Threaten Human Health
- Diabetes Test Results May Be Deceptive in Black Children
- Depression After Heart Attack Tied to Brain Changes
- Tumor Cells in Blood Affect Breast Cancer Survival
- After Violent Death, Bereaved Should Decide Whether to View Body
- No Link Between Coffee, Sodas and Colon Cancer
- FDA Investigating Arizona Farm as Source of Tainted Lettuce
- The Pill Turns 50
May 06, 2010
- Study Disputes Link Between Milk and Kidney Cancer
- Genetic Research Sheds Light on Chronic Pain
- Could the Pill Lower a Woman's Sex Drive?
- Drinking While Pregnant Tied to Rare Leukemia in Offspring
- Clinical Trials Update: May 6, 2010
- Anemia Drugs Hold Dangers for Kidney Patients
- Brain Develops Differently in Fragile X Syndrome
- Pig Pancreas Cells Help Type 1 Diabetics
- Vitamin D Best Taken With Largest Meal of Day, Study Finds
- U.S. Must Do More to Cut Cases of Environmental Cancers
- One Sleepless Night Ups Insulin Resistance
- When Your Mind Wanders, You Blink More
- Scientists Map Neanderthal Genome
- Many Americans Say Stigma of Mental Illness Is Fading
- Hepatitis Infections Behind U.S. Rise in Liver Cancer
- Needle-Sharing by Sex Workers Tied to Spread of Syphilis
- Near-Wins May Trigger Problem Gamblers
- Broccoli May Help Battle Breast Cancer
May 05, 2010
- Car Crashes Leading Cause of Teen Deaths in U.S.
- Substance Abuse in Mexican Americans Differs by Gender
- Scientists Unravel Secret of HIV Resistance
- Risks Rise for Other Surgeries After Stent Implants
- Older Adults Have Lower Rates of Mood, Anxiety Disorders
- Inbreeding Possible Factor in Deaths of Darwin's Children
- Stress Hormones Predict Trouble for Kids Left in Abusive Homes
- If Your Spouse Gets Alzheimer's, You Might, Too
- H1N1 Often Hit the Young and Healthy
- Getting Closer to Cause of Tourette Syndrome
- Bar Codes Cut Down on Hospital Medication Errors
- FDA Found Bacteria in Ingredients for Recalled Tylenol, Benadryl
- Poll Finds Sun Smarts Vary From City to City
- Clinical Trials Update: May 5, 2010
- Babies' Responses to Prenatal Stress Differ by Gender
- Heavier Birth Weight Tied to Later Conduct Troubles
May 04, 2010
- Aspirin May Increase Risk of Crohn's Disease
- New Test for Colon Cancer Under Development
- Many Unaware of Local Stroke Centers
- Smoking While Pregnant May Raise Psychiatric Risks in Kids
- Clinical Trials Update: May 4, 2010
- Misinformation About Vaccine Safety Puts Kids at Risk of Illness
- Men With HPV at Higher Risk for HIV, Study Finds
- Abortion Rates Rising Among the Poor
- Surgery for Treatable Dementia Might Also Help in Alzheimer's
- H1N1 Fears Led to Overcrowded ERs
- As FDA Eyes Prostate Cancer Drugs, Experts Urge Caution
- Pneumonia Shot Won't Help Lower Men's Heart Risks
- Azithromycin Doesn't Always Help Lungs in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
- Hospitals Falling Short on Heart Patients' Follow-Up Care
- Stomach Cancer on the Rise Among Young, White Adults
- No One Antidepressant Raises Suicide Risk More Than Others
May 03, 2010
- Parent Error Common When Medicating Chronically Ill Kids
- Many Kids With Hepatitis C Are Missed
- Involved Parents Less Likely to Raise Bullies
- Clinical Trials Update: May 3, 2010
- Aggressive Action Urged When Evaluating Breast Lesions
- Radiation Risks Nearly Double for Younger CT Scan Patients
- 'Healthy' Pre-Diabetics Still Face Heart Disease Threat
- Smoking Ups Risk of Second Breast Cancer
- FDA Reviews Side Effects From Prostate Cancer Therapy
- Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
- Magnet Therapy May Ease Hard-to-Treat Depression
- For Younger Women, Mammograms Not Too Effective: Study
- Obesity a Bigger Threat to Kids in Southern States
- Not All Mosquitoes Deterred by DEET
- Effects of TV, Drug Exposures in Early Life May Be Long-Lasting
- Human Growth Hormone Does Boost Athletic Performance
- Bullies Target Obese Kids
- Colon Polyps More Common in Hispanic Men Than Women
- DHA Supplements for Mom Good for Preemies
- Kids Raised by Relatives Face Increased Health Risks
- Teens' Facebook Sex Talk May Not Be Just Talk
- Olive Oil May Protect Against Bowel Disease
- Child Abuse Head Injuries Rise as Economy Falls
- Parents of Autistic Children Turning to Alternative Treatments
- Colonoscopy Prep in a Pill May Be Easier to Swallow
- Ear Damage a Downside of Roller Coaster Rides
May 02, 2010
- Kids Suffer When Parents Choose Between Health Care, Bills
- Eye Disease Rates High Among Latino Americans
May 01, 2010
- Comprehensive Plan May Help Control Children's Asthma
- Drug Maker Recalls More Than 40 Allergy, Cold Meds for Kids
- Probiotics Beneficial for Tiniest Preemies
April 30, 2010
- Americans Still Split Over New Health Reform Law
- Rates of Premature Adult Death Declining Worldwide
- Grandparents Play Vital Role for Autistic Children
- New Hope for Infertile Young Women
- Why Spouses of Dialysis Patients Get Kidney Disease Too
- Genome Scan Gives Man Insight Into Future Health Risks
- Motor Skills Lag in Poor Preschoolers
- Nasal Saline Rinses Reduce Ear Infections in Kids
- Gender Differences Show in Risk of Narcotic Abuse
- Taking Flu Drugs While Pregnant Appears to Be Safe: Study
- U.S. Infant Deaths on the Decline
- Voice Analysis May Allow Early Detection of Parkinson's
- An Underlying Cause for Psychopaths?
- 'Killer' Fungus Not So Deadly
- Local Anesthetic May Relieve PTSD Symptoms
- Clinical Trials Update: April 30, 2010
April 29, 2010
- Severe Morning Sickness Passed From Moms to Daughters
- Sunlight May Play Role in Multiple Sclerosis Risk
- Scientists Find Cause of Involuntary Mirror Movements
- Prostate Cancer Vaccine Gains FDA Approval
- Mere Sight of Sick Person May Boost Immune System
- Record Number of Americans Got Flu Shots, CDC Says
- Artificial Legs Now a Reality for Pets
- Cancer Risk After Kidney Transplant Unaffected by Type of Drug Treatment
- Adding Surgery to Meds May Improve Life With Parkinson's
- New Finding Could Mark Shift in Alzheimer's Research
- Clinical Trials Update: April 29, 2010
- Exercise, Weight Control May Keep Fibromyalgia at Bay
- Canadians Leading Longer, Healthier Lives Than Americans
- Watch Your Cholesterol, Your Blood Pressure ... and This Enzyme?
- Low Testosterone Raises Heart Death Rates in Impotent Men
April 28, 2010
- Twins Study Points to Environmental Cause for MS
- Scientists Discover Substance That Causes Pain
- Scientists Find Way to Heal Broken Bones Faster
- Breakthrough in Predicting Invasive Breast Cancer
- Even Moderate Drinking Puts Many Older Adults at Risk
- Vitamin E Helps Treat Common Liver Disease
- Drug a New Treatment Option for Diabetic Eye Disease
- Chewing Khat Linked to Severe Liver Damage
- One Sigmoidoscopy Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Odds
- New Clues Shed Light on Sperm Function, Male Fertility
- Air Quality Better in Northeast, Midwest
- Clinical Trials Update: April 28, 2010
- HPV Test Beats Pap Smear for Cancer Screening
- Tight Blood Sugar Control May Not Harm Diabetics
- Typical Male Behavior Comes From Estrogen, Too
- Pigs Yield Clues to Cystic Fibrosis-Related Lung Disease
April 27, 2010
- Educational Program Urges Parents to Immunize Kids
- Mediterranean Diet Helps Protect Aging Brain
- Prostate Cancer Vaccine May Get FDA Approval
- Clinical Trials Update: April 27, 2010
- Scalpels in Hand, Robots Take to the ER
- Bone Stem Cells Located
- OTC Drugs May Work Differently in Obese Kids
- Selenium Helped Cells 'Reboot' After Exposure to Cancer-Causing Chemicals
- Steroids Could Harm Heart's Pumping Ability
- High-Dose Vitamin B Risky for Diabetics With Kidney Disease
- Calcium Scan Improves Heart Risk Prediction
- Imaging Costs Soar for Medicare Cancer Patients
- Experimental Drug Offers Hope for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
- Anemia Harder to Treat in Black Children With Kidney Disease
April 26, 2010
- Botox Injections May Relieve Tennis Elbow Pain
- Clinical Trials Update: April 26, 2010
- Smoking May Be in Your Genes
- Breast Cancer Risks Not Same for Hispanic Women
- Watching R-Rated Movies May Lead to Early Alcohol Use
- Moving Closer to a Urine Test for Colon Cancer
- Laughter Can Stimulate a Dull Appetite
- Test Spots Potential Organ Donors Among Coma Patients
- Nearly Half of U.S. Adults Have Heart Risk Factors
- Brown Rice Tied to Better Heart Health in Study
- Four Unhealthy Behaviors Linked to Premature Death
- Chocolate a Sweet Pick-Me-Up for the Depressed
- Interrupting a Nurse Makes Medication Errors More Likely
- Arteries Age Twice as Fast in Smokers
- Study Makes Strides in Understanding Ovarian Cancer
- Antidepressants May Improve Heart Health
April 25, 2010
April 24, 2010
April 23, 2010
- Cat Allergy Doesn't Have to Mean Giving Up Kitty
- MRSA More Likely to Lurk in Certain Patients
- Premature Birth Ups Risk of Long-Term Breathing Problems
- FDA Targets Safety Problems With Infusion Drug Pumps
- Early Surgery Best for Children With Hearing Loss
- Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 23, 2010
- Cancer Drug Seems to Work by Activating Virus
- After Teeth Are Pulled, Platelet-Rich Plasma May Speed Healing
- Magnetic Fields Concentrate Drug Delivery
- LeAnn Rimes Brings Battle With Psoriasis to Center Stage
- Martial Arts Training May Save Seniors' Hips
- Injection Helps Treat Hard-to-Control Type 2 Diabetes
- How, When Child Develops Autism May Determine Outcomes
- Allergy-Linked Mouth Breathing Spells Trouble for Kids
April 22, 2010
- Remedy Needed for Overdiagnosis of Cancers
- Youngest Preemies' Survival Rate Unchanged
- Review Panel Leaves Controversial Lyme Disease Guidelines Unchanged
- Potentially Lethal Airborne Fungus May Spread to California
- Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 22, 2010
- Cell Transplantation Eyed as Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
- Flying With Needles and Meds Can Raise Security Flags
- Motorcycle Fatalities Drop Sharply in U.S.
- Dreams Could Give Learning a Boost
- Traffic Seems to Make Kids' Asthma Worse
- New Migraine Drug Might Be Safer for Some
- Younger Workers Face Higher Injury, Death Rates
- Black Women Wait Longer for Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment
- Better Teachers Make for Stronger Young Readers
- One in Five Parents Would Spank in Certain Settings
- Restaurant Sushi May Have More Mercury Than Store-Bought Fare
April 21, 2010
- Weather Might Influence Prostate Cancer
- Levels of Self-Esteem May Fluctuate Over Time
- New Form of Painkiller May Fight Colon Cancer
- Studies Confirm Link Between Breast Density and Cancer
- Study Finds Patients Breathe Easier After Weight-Loss Surgery
- Few Over 50 Get Skin Cancer Screenings
- Vaccine Now Misses Many Pneumococcal Infections in Kids
- In Early Test, New Hepatitis C Drug Shows Promise
- Gene-Targeted Therapy Might Help Prevent Paralysis
- Voluntary Ethics Code Set for Medical Organizations
- FDA to Broaden Disclosure on Advisers' Conflicts of Interest
- Managing Type 1 Diabetes Can Stress Teens
- Skin Condition Vitiligo Tied to Immune System Dysfunction
- More U.S. Women May Be Obese Than Thought
- Wounded Soldier Spared Diabetes With Emergency Transplant
- Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 21, 2010
- Heavy Alcohol Use Linked to Cancer
April 20, 2010
- Recordings of Pre-Surgery Meetings Ease Anxieties
- FDA Tightens Oversight of Home Medical Devices
- Olive Oil May Be Key to Mediterranean Diet's Benefits
- Clinical Trials Update: April 20, 2010
- Meat Lovers Face Greater Risk of Bladder Cancer
- Weight Gain, Smoking May Make Prostate Cancer Deadlier
- Experts Urge FDA to Lower Salt in American Diet
- Acne Patients Happy With Online Follow-Up Care
- Tailored Therapy May Help More Stop Smoking
- 'Brain Games' Do Not Make You Smarter
- Earlier Detection of Breast Cancer May Be Possible
- Added Sugars in Diet Threaten Heart Health
- Early Tracheotomy Doesn't Change Outcome for Patients on Ventilators
- Teen Inhalant Use Drops by One-Third in U.S.
- Steady Weight Gain Boosts Late-Life Breast Cancer Risk
- Many Don't Take Blood Thinner After Getting Stents
- H1N1 Flu Hit Pregnant Women Hard
- New Guidelines Issued on Hormone Receptor Testing for Breast Cancer
April 19, 2010
- Resistant Ringworm Common in Urban Elementary Schools
- Genetics, Psychology May Trigger ADHD
- Kids Could Overdose From Nicotine-Laced 'Candy'
- Analysis Finally Clears Donner Party of Rumored Cannibalism
- Raloxifene, Tamoxifen Both Guard Against Breast Cancer
- Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 19, 2010
- New Risk Factors for Colon Cancer Studied
- New Test May Predict Prostate Cancer's Aggressiveness
- Lung Cancer Increase in Women Tied to Genes, Estrogen
- Diabetes Drug May Help Prevent Lung Cancer
- Statins Won't Lower Colon Cancer Risk
- Gene Variant Linked to Thinking Skills in Elderly
- More Die After Colon Surgery at Teaching Hospitals: Study
- Fatal Choking a Real Risk Among Toddlers
- Secondhand Smoke Boosts Sinusitis Risk
- Tanning Bed Use Might Become Addictive
- Vaccine Stops Tumor Spread in Mice
- Supplements Might Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
- Matching Tumor Types to Drugs Boosts Lung Cancer Outcomes
- Day Care Centers Too Quick to Send Mildly Ill Kids Home
April 18, 2010
April 17, 2010
April 16, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: April 16, 2010
- Respiratory Infections Major Cause of Childhood Deaths
- Even 9-Month-Olds Choose 'Gender-Specific' Toys
- 'Off-the-Charts' Pollen Counts Bring Misery to Millions
- Thin Girls May Face Higher Breast Cancer Risk as Adults
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm Linked to Alzheimer's
- Morphine May Protect Brains of People With HIV
- Cholesterol Drugs May Slow MS
- Robot-Aided Therapy Can Help Patients Years After Stroke
- Public Defibrillators Save Lives
- Hospitalization Appears to Help Personality Disorder Patients
- Most Teen Bloggers Play It Safe Online
- Visual 'Noise' May Overexcite Those With Migraine
- Tainted Produce More Common for Low-Income Shoppers
- 'Love Handles' Can Come in Handy for Breast Reconstruction
- Obesity Epidemic May Cut Life Spans of Young Adults
- Device Avoids Open-Heart Surgery When Artificial Valve Fails
April 15, 2010
- Prescriptions Translated to Spanish Could Be Hazardous to Health
- Being 'Blinded By Jealousy' Can Be Real
- Protein May Help Control Weight
- Chlamydia Often Overlooked in Young Men
- Missing DNA Linked to Wide Range of Epilepsy Disorders
- Many Doctors Not Using Colon Cancer Test Properly
- Experts Urge Fixes for Clinical Trials System in 'Crisis'
- Clinical Trials Update: April 15, 2010
- Brain Area That May Delay Need for Gratification Found
- Multitasking Has Its Limits
- Most People Unaware They've Had a Minor Stroke
- B-vitamins Help Protect Against Stroke, Heart Disease
- E. coli Declines, but Other Foodborne Illnesses a Worry
- How Virus Puts the 'Pink' in Pink Eye
- Hormone Therapy May Fight Resistant Prostate Cancer
- Video Games Before Bed May Not Shortchange Slumber
- Safer Patients Mean Fewer Malpractice Suits
- Do Statins Lower Male Sex Drive?
- Friends, Not Grandkids, Key to Happy Retirement
April 14, 2010
- Weight-Loss Surgery May Ease Childbirth Risks
- Better Treatment Found for Crohn's Disease
- Play Creatively as a Kid, Be a Healthier Adult
- Gene Mutation Ups Risk of Sudden Death in People with Epilepsy
- Prostate Cancer Patients at Higher Risk of Blood Clots
- Clinical Trials Update: April 14, 2010
- Quantity, Not Quality, of Online Posts Builds Popularity
- Job Stress Might Actually Help You Smoke Less
- Depression and Smoking Go Hand in Hand in U.S.
- Study Explores Possibility of a Female Viagra
- Test May Measure Suicidal Tendencies
- Artificial Pancreas for Type 1 Diabetes Moves Closer to Reality
- Study Offers Insights Into Male Pattern Baldness
- Genome Sequencing Reveals How Breast Cancer Spreads
- Maternal Deaths Continue to Decline
- Treatment Eases Involuntary Laughing, Crying Tied to Alzheimer's, MS
- New Alzheimer's Gene Identified
April 13, 2010
- Kids With Rare Condition Lack Racial Prejudice
- Healthy Diet Could Cut Alzheimer's Disease Risk
- Even As Memory Fades, Emotions Linger
- Blacks Hit Hardest by Lung Cancer
- Hormones Tied to Diabetes Might Also Influence Fertility
- DNA Test Misses Virus That Causes Hearing Loss
- Study Shows Some Anti-Seizure Meds Raise Suicide Risk
- Malpractice Fears Can Influence Medical Practice
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome Very Rare After H1N1 Vaccine
- Money Worries Delay Heart Attack Treatment
- Study Finds Military Prone to Infection With H1N1 Flu
- Magnets Might Boost Stem Cell Therapy
- U.S. Hospitals Get Low Marks on Curbing Infections
- Corneal Transplant Not Hurt by Long Preservation Time
- Smoking May Erase Heart Benefits of Light Drinking
- Clinical Trials Update: April 13, 2010
- Smoking Bans May Be Boosting Public Health
April 12, 2010
- Simple Carbs Pose Heart Risk for Women
- Study Questions Use of Heart Device Implants in the Very Old
- Early Detection May Prevent Preemie Vision Problems
- Poverty Can Slow Kids' Normal Development
- Spanking May Make a Child More Aggressive
- Clinical Trials Update: April 12, 2010
- Many Hispanics Lack Access to Colon Cancer Screening
- Many With Serious Eating Disorders Could Go Undiagnosed
- Kids' Suicide Risk Same for All Antidepressants
- Teen Drinking May Boost Breast Problems Later
- Many Terminal Cancer Patients May Be Overtreated
- Finding Good Migraine Care a Headache for the Uninsured
- Docs Issue Guidelines for Drivers With Dementia
- Antidepressants May Ease Damage From Stroke
- Gene Variant May Raise Risk of Common Eye Disease
April 11, 2010
April 10, 2010
April 09, 2010
- Flu Vaccine With Both B Strains May Offer Better Protection
- Motivational Incentives Help Kids With ADHD
- Scientists Grow Replacement Blood Vessels From Stem Cells
- Hepatitis C Tied to Higher Kidney Cancer Risk
- Yearly Chlamydia Screening May Be Ineffective for Some
- More Kids Falling Prey to Sports Overuse Injuries
- Schools Near High-Traffic Areas Increase Kids' Asthma Risks
- Clinical Trials Update: April 9, 2010
- Liver Disease May Go Undetected in Children
- Obesity in Pregnancy Ups Risk of Heart Defect in Baby
- Mild Exercise Good for the Critically Ill
- Gulf War Syndrome Is Real, But Causes Unclear: Report
- Child Obesity Soaring in Rural America
- Kids Often Misled About Child Abuse
- Nicotine Withdrawal Can Complicate Hospital Care
April 08, 2010
- More Clues Emerge on How HIV Infects Women
- Compression Device May Outperform Meds After Hip Surgery
- Low-Cal Diets May Make You Gain Weight
- Even Mild Sleep Apnea Raises Stroke Risk in Men
- Some People Can't Stomach the New 3-D Movies
- Insight on Herbals Eludes Doctors, Patients Alike
- FDA to Re-examine Anti-Bacterial Chemical in Soaps, Cleansers
- Chemicals in Beauty Products Tied to Early Puberty in Girls
- Electronic Medical Records' Benefits Still to Be Seen
- Vaccine Reverses Type 1 Diabetes in Mice
- Simple Memory Test May Detect Early Alzheimer's
- Single Genetic Factor Key to Cardiovascular System
- State Cigarette Taxes Not Spent on Anti-Smoking Efforts
- Clinical Trials Update: April 8, 2010
April 07, 2010
- Progress Made Against Tough-to-Treat Biliary Tract Cancers
- Vitamins C, E Won't Cut Risk of Pregnancy-Linked Hypertension
- Clinical Trials Update: April 7, 2010
- Poor More Likely to Die Following Heart Surgery
- Kids Need Parents' Help in Managing Type 1 Diabetes
- Sitting Docs Have Happier Patients
- Science Reveals Secrets of Animals' Spots, Stripes
- You Are What Microbes You Eat
- Simple Test May Spot Early Lung Cancer
- FDA Issues Warning on 'Fat-Melting' Spa Injections
- Smoking May Boost MS Risk in Some
- Casual Sex Increasing in U.S.
- 9/11 Rescue Workers Suffered Permanent Lung Damage
- New Drug Shows Promise for Curing Hepatitis C
- Cancer Drug Safe for Late-Stage Pelvic Disease
- Middle-Age Americans Less Mobile Than Ever
- 'Electronic Nose' Sniffs Out Asthma
April 06, 2010
- Gene Mutations Up Risk for Cancer in Opposite Breast
- U.S. Teen Birth Rate Drops
- Gene May Boost Risk of Kidney Transplant Failure
- Fruits, Veggies Have Modest Effect on Cancer Risk
- Blacks Less Likely to Get Follow-Up Colon Screening
- Obese Americans Get High Quality Medical Care
- Sickle Cell Disease Patients Seek Acute Pain Care Repeatedly
- Complex Spinal Operations Soar Despite Drawbacks
- A Brisk Pace May Keep Stroke at Bay
- Did 'Regular' Flu Shot Up Risks for H1N1 Flu?
- No Evidence That Lithium Helps in ALS
- Most Holiday Injuries to Kids Spurred by Everyday Mishaps
- Prescription Drug Abuse Sending More to Hospitals
- Clinical Trials Update: April 6, 2010
- It Takes a Village to Help Babies Sleep Safely
- Oral Vaccine May Help People With COPD
- Long-Term Methotrexate Won't Help Kids With Juvenile Arthritis
April 05, 2010
- Wider Breast-Feeding Could Save Babies' Lives
- Online Brazilian Diet Pills Can Be Addictive
- Clinical Trials Update: April 5, 2010
- Vaccines-By-Patch Good News for Needle-Phobic
- Brain Glitch May Raise Some Girls' Odds of Depression
- Cost-Effective Program Helps Prevent Repeat Teen Births
- Good Foster Care Helps Neglected Kids Thrive
- With Age Comes Wisdom: Study
- Genetic Engineering Raises Hope for Lyme Disease Vaccine
- Exercise Helps Teens Overcome 'Obesity Gene'
- Childhood Cancer Survivors At Higher Odds of Early Death
- Your Social Network Affects Your Drinking Habits
- Study Finds That Insulin-Producing Beta Cells Can Be Reborn
- Scientists Find Clues to How the Body Fights Off HIV
- Expectant Mom's Exercise Keeps Newborn's Birth Weight Down
- For Many Couples, Toll of Miscarriage Lingers
April 04, 2010
April 03, 2010
April 02, 2010
- Body Piercing: Sign of Deviance or Normal Practice?
- Short-Term Gains Get in the Way of Good Decisions
- Should Cholesterol Drugs Be Used By Those Without High Cholesterol?
- Medical Misinformation Can Spread Quickly Via 'Tweets'
- Only 1 in 4 Pregnant Women Gets Enough Exercise
- New Clues to Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancer
- Parkinson's Linked to Genetic Mutation
- Gender Gaps Persist in Pay at Academic Medical Centers
- Unvaccinated Boys at Risk of Mumps-Linked Testicular Problem
- Seeing Letter 'F' May Lower Test Scores
- Clinical Trials Update: April 2, 2010
- Calling a Food 'Healthy' May Make You Hungrier
- Sleep-Related Death Rate Higher Among Black Infants
- Start Talking About Life's End Well in Advance
- Sleep Apnea Linked to Eyelid Disorder
- Those Who Enjoy Life More Likely to Be Happy at Work
April 01, 2010
- Short-Term Program for Binge Eaters Breaks New Ground
- Only 1 in 4 Americans Got H1N1 Vaccine
- Overactive Thyroid Linked to Stroke in Young Adults
- HIV Drugs Might Combat Two Other Diseases
- Bone-Strengthening Drug Guards Against Spread of Breast Cancer
- Turning Your Workday Into Weight Loss
- Workplace Chemicals May Boost Breast Cancer Risk
- Small Tax on Soda Won't Curb Child Obesity
- Clinical Trials Update: April 1, 2010
- Acupuncture May Help Restore Lost Sense of Smell
- Researchers Boost Post-Heart Attack Survival in Mice
- Study Suggests How Some Cancers Resist Treatment
- Demystifying a Common, Persistent Virus
- Hundreds of Donor Kidneys Tossed Away Each Year
- Inactivating Gene May Cut Breast Cancer Risk
March 31, 2010
- New Insights Into Who's At Risk With Angioplasty
- Clinical Trials Update: March 31, 2010
- More Women Urged to Get Radiation After Mastectomy
- Parent in Recovery Room Tied to Behavior in Day Surgery Kids
- Powerful People Often Too Optimistic About Task Time
- Simple Forms Help Docs Do Better Breast Exams
- FDA Hears Views on Risks of High Tech Scanners
- Working-Memory Gene Linked to Schizophrenia
- Clues Found to How Different Flu Vaccines Work
- Report Finds Gaps in Health Services for U.S. Veterans
- Human Genome Turns 10
- Study Revives Debate on Prostate Drug
- Help for Depressed Latinos Often Hampered by Stigma
- Gastric Pacemaker Offers Hope for Those With Stomach Disorders
- Too Much Radiation? The FDA Wants to Know
- For Vast Majority, Driving and Cell Phones Don't Mix
- TV Doctors Bring Unethical Behavior to Prime Time
- Advance Directives Help Assure End-of-Life Wishes Are Honored
March 30, 2010
- Women Would Welcome At-Home Test for STDs
- Obesity, Alcohol Among Factors Linked to Women's Gout Risk
- Novel Method Eyed for Normalizing Blood Sugar
- Man's Best Friend Helps Mend Broken Hearts
- In Pregnancy, Leg Clots More Likely on Left Side
- Children in Intensive Care Should Be Screened for MRSA
- Acupuncture May Ease Anxiety Over Dental Work
- Hormone Replacement Might Relieve Arthritis
- Many With Arthritis Find Simple Solutions for Relief
- Many Kids Not Fully Informed of Their Role in Cancer Studies
- More Support From Family May Boost Fears For Some Elderly
- Diabetes Screening Should Start Sooner
- A Little Chocolate May Do the Heart Good
- Clinical Trials Update: March 30, 2010
- Susceptibility to Autism Tied to Genes
March 29, 2010
- Diabetics Face Higher Death Risk After Cancer Surgery
- Black Women in U.S. Comfortable With Formula Feeding
- Officials See Uptick in H1N1 Swine Flu Cases
- Junk Food 'Addiction' May Be Real
- Discovery May Lead to Better Multiple Sclerosis Treatments
- Minority Kids Lack Enough Vitamin D
- To Supplement or Not to Supplement?
- Massage Fosters Healing in Bereaved Relatives
- 'Jekyll and Hyde' Factor May Control Insulin Function
- 'Virtual' Colonoscopy Catches Cancers Outside the Colon
- Short-Term Drug Combo May Help Prevent Colon Cancer
- Clinical Trials Update: March 29, 2010
- Blood Gives Clues to 'Executive Thinking' Problems
- Scientists Tweak Subjects' Brains to Alter Their Moral Choices
- Women, Diabetics Fall Fast Into Medicare 'Doughnut Hole'
- Bone Marrow Cancer Patients May Benefit From Drug Combo
March 28, 2010
March 27, 2010
March 26, 2010
- Pregnancy May Protect Breast Cancer Survivors
- ADHD Symptoms Often Subside Within a Year
- Heavy Daily Drinking Linked to Worse Health
- Clinical Trials Update: March 26, 2010
- Long-Term Breast-Feeding Tied to More Aggressive Cancers
- Beta Blockers May Slow Spread of Breast Cancer
- U.K. Veterinarians at Quadrupled Risk for Suicide
- Protein in Breast Tumors May Predict Chemo Response
- Preventive Mastectomy May Not Lower Risks
- Many With Breast Cancer Decide Too Soon to Remove Other Breast
- 28% of U.S. Kids Drank Alcohol in Past Month
- MRI Beats X-Ray for Spotting Fractures in ER
- New Down Syndrome Theory Emerges
- Big Smiles, Longer Lives?
- Shift Work Linked to Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- FDA Advisers Urge Stricter Regulation of Tanning Beds
March 25, 2010
- Parents Aren't Only Ones Who Feel Stress of Unemployment
- Topical Drugs May Pollute Waterways
- Teens Take Risks Just for Kicks
- FDA Panel Weighs New Restrictions on Tanning Beds
- Many Americans Unaware They Have Chronic Kidney Disease
- Clinical Trials Update: March 25, 2010
- Black Women Least Likely to Breast-Feed in U.S.
- Indian Spice May Thwart Liver Damage
- Chronic Disease Linked to Less Internet Usage
- Tumors Use a Protein to Hide From Immune System
- Chemo Plus Synthetic Drug Shrunk Pancreatic Tumors
- Accepting Help Improves Survival Among Diabetics
- Mexican Americans Have Low Rates of Calling for Stroke Help
- Optimism May Boost Immune System
March 24, 2010
- Tiny Fish Might Help Humans Fix Damaged Hearts
- Researchers Identify 2 Genes Linked to Fatty Liver Disease
- Clinical Trials Update: March 24, 2010
- New Contact Lenses Could Improve Glaucoma Treatment
- Omega-3 May Reduce Endometriosis Risk
- Breast Cancer's Return in Original Tumor Site a Bad Sign
- Brain's 'Moral Outrage' Center Pinpointed
- Chemo May Boost Survival After Lung Cancer Surgery
- H1N1 Virus Yields Up More Secrets
- New Sensors Stick to Organs to Monitor Health
- Gene Holds Key to Embryonic Stem Cell Rejuvenation
- Menstrual Cramps May Be Helped by New Drug
- What's Cookin'? It Could Be Air Pollution
- Poll Finds Americans Blame Insurers, Drug Companies for Rising Health Costs
- End-of-Life Care Planning Eases Stress for Relatives
- Mammograms May Not Boost Survival, Danish Study Suggests
- Inflammation Molecule May Determine Fat Levels
- New Study Refutes Bone Drugs' Link to Fractures
- Fewer Deaths in Larger, Busier Hospitals
March 23, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: March 23, 2010
- Tequila Plant May Help Fight Bone Loss
- Polyunsaturated Fats Really May Lower Heart Risk
- Cesarean Rates Reach Record High
- Even in 'Last Supper,' Portion Sizes Have Grown
- Health Care Reform: How You Will Fare
- Painkillers Lower Estrogen Levels, May Explain Cancer Reduction Risk
- New Inhaled Insulin Shows Promise for Diabetes
- Humans' Tree-Dwelling Ancestors May Have Also Walked Upright
- Healthy Living Adds Years to Life
- When Heart Is in Crisis, High Blood Pressure a Good Sign
- Abbreviated Trials Yield Misleading Results: Study
- Bad Habits Explain Class Differences in Health: Study
- Being Active an Hour a Day Puts Brakes on Weight Gain
- Weight Counseling Plus Drug Helps Women Quit Smoking
March 22, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: March 22, 2010
- Light Drinking Good for the Heart
- Coming Soon: A Low-Heartburn Coffee?
- Women's Height Loss May Indicate Spinal Fracture
- Gene-Targeted Cancer Fix Could Be a Breakthrough
- Where Cancer Treatment Takes Place May Influence Outcome
- Gene Linked to Lung Cancer Risk in Non-Smokers
- Too Many Infants Short on Vitamin D
- Motherhood a Buffer Against Suicide
- Obese Kids Suffer More Leg, Foot Injuries: Study
- Measles Outbreak Triggered by Unvaccinated Child
- House Democrats Approve Health-Care Reform Bill
- Pesticide Labels Too Vague
- Infertility Raises Risk of More Aggressive Prostate Cancer
- Brain Function May Drop Quickly Before Alzheimer's
- Racial Disparities Persist in Hospital Stroke Care
- FDA Asks Docs to Suspend Using Glaxo Rotavirus Vaccine
- Plavix Can Help Cut Death Risk in Certain Heart Patients
- Medical Scans Used Most in Atlanta, Least in Seattle
March 21, 2010
- Safety Should Be Priority for Those Involved in Kids' Sports
- House Democrats Approve Health-Care Reform Bill
- With Rare Disorders, Misdiagnosis and Desperation Prevail
- Showdown Over Health-Care Reform Bill Nears
March 20, 2010
March 19, 2010
- Swine Flu in Pregnancy Leads Some to ICU
- For Elderly, Giving Up Driving Can Be Tough
- With Faulty Food Labeling, Who's Minding the Store?
- Music Soothes Anxiety as Well as Massage Does
- Avandia Researchers' Financial Ties Questioned
- High-Dose Zocor Boosts Muscle Injury Risk: FDA
- With Infertility May Come Sexual Dysfunction
- Common Pesticide Tied to Development Delays in Kids
- Hypoglycemia May Raise Risk of Death in ICU Patients
- High Fructose Corn Syrup Linked to Liver Scarring
- Pregnancy Dampens Memory
- Clinical Trials Update: March 19, 2010
- Rising Drug Prices Slam Some Medicare Recipients
- Acne Drug May Help in the Fight Against AIDS
- More Patients Die in Crowded Hospitals
- Prevention of Acupuncture Infection Needs More Focus
March 18, 2010
- Selenium Could Shield Against Diabetes
- Prenatal Stress May Boost Baby's Asthma Risk
- Gene Sequences May Make You Unique
- Cultural Outreach Boosts Cancer Care in Asian Americans
- Omega-3 May Safely Treat Precancerous Bowel Polyps
- Learning May Be Tougher for the Teen Brain
- Low-Fat Diet Does Little to Alter Cholesterol Levels
- 'Comfort Dogs' Come to Emotional Rescue
- Review Faults Usefulness of Gene Expression Signatures
- More Kids Now Extremely Obese
- Implant Shows Promise for Hard-to-Treat Epilepsy
- Blocking Protein May Stem COPD
- Clinical Trials Update: March 18, 2010
- FDA Toughens Rules on Tobacco Sales to Kids
March 17, 2010
- Gays, Lesbians Excluded From Some Medical Studies
- Could Lowering Blood Pressure Help Stop Dementia?
- Stitching Wounds May Be Safer Than Stapling
- Rehab Program Gets Back Pain Patients Back to Work Sooner
- Abusive Men Often Rationalize Their Behavior
- Meth Exposure May Be Worse for Fetus Than Alcohol
- 6 Out of 10 American Adults Drink
- Sexual Desire, Satisfaction Don't Diminish During Pregnancy
- Colonoscopy Not Needed for Most With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Ranking Doctors by Cost-Profile May Not Help Save Money
- Newer Genetic Info Adds Little to Predicting Breast Cancer
- Widespread Public Defibrillators May Save Lives
- 'Gaming' Sends Boys' Test Scores Sliding
- Risks of Kids' Surgeries May Not Stick With Parents
- Online, Phone Tests Assess Diabetes Risk
March 16, 2010
- Newer Blood Thinner Beats Plavix for Bypass Patients
- Blood Vessels Bounce Back Once Smokers Quit
- Treat Women With Heart Attack Just Like Men: Study
- Freezing Tumors Shows Promise Against Prostate, Breast Cancer
- Are New Chemo Treatments Cost-Effective?
- Pain Relief Often Delayed for Cancer Patients
- Prostate Cancer Radiation Side Effects May Subside With Time
- Older Colon Cancer Patients Less Likely to Get Chemo
- Chemical in Bananas Might Combat HIV Infection
- Who's Been Using My Keyboard? Check the Germ Trail
- A New Way to Zap Away Uterine Fibroids
- DNA Test May Cut Hospitalizations Caused by Blood Thinner
- Psychopaths' Brains May Focus Solely on Reward
- Radiation May Help Those With Inoperable Lung Tumors
- Stenting May Save Legs
- Cancer Articles Tend to Focus on Positive Outcomes
- FDA Approved Diabetes Drug Despite Hints at Cancer Risk
March 15, 2010
- Are Stock Market Woes Bad for the Heart?
- Stem Cells Might One Day Treat Severe Asthma
- Marathoners Face Greater Risk of Artery Problems
- Psoriasis Tied to Raised Heart Risk
- Many WTC Responders Show Signs of Heart Trouble
- Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers in the Millions and Rising
- Arthritis Drug May Fight Diabetes, Too
- Risk of Death Persists After a Hip Fracture
- Intense Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Therapies Don't Help Type 2 Diabetics
- More Evidence That Swings in Blood Pressure Raise Stroke Risk
- Combination Treatment May Help Depressed Alcoholics
- Newer Genetic Test for Autism More Effective
- Teen Girls Say Pink Camel in Cigarette Ads Caught Their Eye
- Clinical Trials Update: March 15, 2010
- Driving With Early Alzheimer's May Be Ill-Advised
- Repeated Anesthesia May Hamper Children's Learning Ability
- Aspirin Alone Works Best to Prevent Clots a Year After Stenting
- Siblings of Kids With Autism May Be Prone to Hyperactivity
- Freezing, Medicating Away a Dangerous Irregular Heart Rhythm
- Relief Sought for Secondary Parkinson's Symptoms
- Women's Chromosomes May Affect Blood Pressure
- Boosting Vitamin D Can Do a Heart Good
- Lip Implants Using Neck Tissue Have Lasting Effects
- Erectile Dysfunction Plus Heart Disease Raises Death Risk
- 2 Drugs Fail to Prevent Diabetes in the Overweight
March 14, 2010
- Strides Seen in Orthopedic Surgery for Kids
- Daylight Savings: Not a Bright Time for All
- Hope for Inherited, Dangerously High Cholesterol
- Scans May Be Misleading for Hockey Players
March 13, 2010
- There's More to Mona Lisa Than Her Smile
- Air Pollution Slows Women's Marathon Times
- Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One
March 12, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: March 12, 2010
- MRIs May Detect Hidden Tumors in Breast Cancer Patients
- Football Injuries More Likely on Certain Artificial Turf
- Happy From Your Vacation? It Won't Last
- Bad Behavior in Youth Linked to Chronic Pain Later in Life
- Start Metformin Early for Best Results
- Knee Surgeon's Expectations May Differ From Yours
- Obesity, Drinking a Double Threat to the Liver
- Variable Blood Pressure a New Stroke Risk Factor?
- Papaya Could Be a Cancer Fighter
- 'Pill' Won't Shorten Your Life: Study
- High-Impact Sports Might Not Harm Knee Replacements
- Is Kindness Contagious?
- U.S. Minorities Especially Vulnerable to Kidney Failure
- Plavix Less Effective in Some Patients
- Adding Garlic Might Cut Cancer Risk
March 11, 2010
- U.S. Chalks Up Victories in War on Cancer
- Medicine's Future Could Lie in Each Patient's Genome
- Heat Therapy Helps Treat U.S. Soldiers' Infections
- New Knee May Improve Balance
- Seaweed May Help Treat Lymphoma
- Online Dating as Honest as Real Life
- Scientists Find Stem Cells in Hair That Can Become Skin
- Pre-Season Test Spots Baseball Pitchers at Risk of Injury
- Inhalant Abuse a Deadly Middle-School Concern
- Young Kids to Benefit From Broader Pneumococcal Vaccine
- Long-Term Use of Osteoporosis Drugs Linked to Fractures
- Body's Response to Foods' Smell, Taste Could Be Diabetes Risk Factor
- Mind Reading Moves Closer to Reality
March 10, 2010
- As You Age, Better Health Means Better Sex
- Panel Finds Many Women Can Avoid Repeat C-Sections
- Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common
- Clinical Trials Update: March 10, 2010
- High Natural Estrogen Might Raise Women's Stroke Risk
- Vaccination, Prevention Is Beating Back Hepatitis
- Alcoholics' Relapses Better Understood
- Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise
- H1N1 Flu Spreads Slower Than Seasonal Flu: Study
- Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
- Longtime Smokers May Find Protection From Parkinson's
- Cell Transplant May Help Treat Vitiligo
- Gene Mutations Identified for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Syndrome
- Alternative to Statins Shows Promise
- Doctors Turning to Cardiac Catheterization Too Quickly
- Entire Family Genome Sequenced for First Time
- For Tough Head Lice, Pill Tops Lotion
- Jump in Kids' Sports Injuries Due to Overuse
March 09, 2010
- Doctor's Specialty Often Steers Prostate Cancer Care
- Shift Work Can Put a Crimp on Sleep
- Genetic Variant Raises Lung Cancer Risk
- Most Drug Studies Don't Help Docs Pick Best Treatment
- Kids Who Get Flu Shots Protect the Unvaccinated
- Kidney Donors Go On to Lead Long, Healthy Lives
- Herpes Infects One in Six in U.S.
- Recession May Mean Fewer Nips & Tucks
- Do Liberals, Atheists Have Higher IQs?
- Psychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope
- Cost of Junk Food May Influence Consumption
- Alzheimer's 'Epidemic' Hitting Minorities Hardest
- Clinical Trials Update: March 9, 2010
- Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
- Obese Colon Cancer Survivors Face Poorer Prognosis
March 08, 2010
- Blacks, Hispanics With Heart Failure Less Likely to Use Hospice
- Breast-Feeding Helps Mom Stay Slimmer Later in Life
- Study Looks At Cost-Effectiveness of ECG in Hyperactive Kids
- Diet, Exercise Can Improve Thinking
- Bleeding Alert Sounded for Stroke Drugs
- Waiting Safe for Some at Risk of Glaucoma
- Stroke Risk Runs in the Family
- HIV Hides Out in Bone Marrow Cells
- Sunlight May Help Protect Men From Kidney Cancer
- Breast Cancer Patients Often Confused by Genomic Testing
- Sleepless Nights Plague America
- 1 in 5 At-Risk U.S. Babies Doesn't Get Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Proteins May Predict Spread of Colon Cancer
- Teamwork Unlikely to Improve Cholesterol Levels
- Light Drinking Might Help Keep Women Slim
- Supermarket Display May Make Spinach Even Healthier
- Increasing Soda Consumption Fuels Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease
- Processed Meat May Harm the Heart
- Sudden Protein Intake Harmful for Some Hospitalized Patients
March 07, 2010
March 06, 2010
March 05, 2010
- More Info Needed on Problems With Insulin Pumps
- Can You Talk Your Way to Happy?
- Air Travel Could Raise Risk for Heartbeat Irregularities
- Salmonella Scare Prompts Wide Product Recall
- Certain Bone Drugs May Lower Breast Cancer Risk
- New Prostate Cancer Guidelines Aim to Empower the Patient
- Clinical Trials Update: March 5, 2010
- Anti-Drinking Ads That Engender Guilt May Not Work
- Bans on Same-Sex Marriage May Affect Mental Health
- Identifying Older Drivers at Risk of Crashes
- Treating Gum Disease May Thwart Preterm Births
- Alcohol Influences How Memorable Trauma Might Be
- Blacks Less Likely to Abuse Alcohol
- Grinding Teeth at Night May Be a Sign of Daytime Stress
- Prion Disease in Mice May Help Advance Alzheimer's Research
- Freezing Technique May Stop Breast Cancer
- Years of Exposure to Traffic Pollution Raises Blood Pressure
March 04, 2010
- Pre-Diagnosis Diet Linked to Ovarian Cancer Survival
- Radiation Most Effective Soon After Breast Cancer Surgery
- New Hope for Migraine Patients
- Airway Injury Plaguing 9/11 First Responders
- As Pro Baseball Players Get Bigger, So Do Their Health Risks: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: March 4, 2010
- Shoulder Dislocations a Sports Hazard
- Vaccine for Asbestos-Related Cancer Looks Safe
- People With Asthma More Likely to Be Depressed
- Whole Grains Take a Bite Out of Type 2 Diabetes Risk
- Gut Bacteria May Spur Obesity, Research Suggests
- Gene Sequencing Yields Picture of Human Gut
- Hearts of Hospice Patients Being Needlessly Shocked
- Potassium-Rich Foods Do a Heart Good
- Chocolate May Make Some Strokes Less Likely
- New Drugs, Approaches Offer Hope Against Prostate Cancer
- As Temperatures Rise, So Do Cocaine Deaths
March 03, 2010
- Fitness May Boost Kids' Grades
- High Hormone Level Linked to Cancer Death in Older Men
- Food-borne Illnesses in U.S. Cost $152B Annually
- Clinical Trials Update: March 3, 2010
- Dental Problems Could Point to Meth Use
- New Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Unveiled
- Workplace Wellness Programs Work
- Glaucoma Begins in Mid-Brain, Not in Eye, Research Shows
- A Cheek Swab to Choose Your Diet Plan?
- People Still Trust Their Doctors Rather Than the Internet
- Oldest Epilepsy Drug Best for Children
- Newer Blood Test Predicts Diabetes, Heart Disease
- Coffee Is Generally Heart-Friendly
- You Can't Exercise Away TV's Toll on the Heart
March 02, 2010
- Secondhand Smoke Starts Damaging Arteries in Childhood
- Having Prediabetes May Not Kick-Start Prevention Efforts
- Child Obesity Rates Going Up
- A Purposeful Life May Stave Off Alzheimer's
- Asthma Rates Rising Across the U.S.
- For Some on Dialysis, Anemia Drugs Pose Risks
- Study Questions Value of Test for Peripheral Artery Disease
- U.S. Pays a Price for Dirty Air
- Sea Squirt Helps Researchers Test New Alzheimer's Drug
- Screen Time May Take a Toll on Kids' Relationships
- Clinical Trials Update: March 2, 2010
- Death After Discharge Rates Higher in Elderly ICU Patients
- Cluster of Genes Tied to Alcoholism
March 01, 2010
- BPA May Raise Risk of Asthma in Kids
- Low-Fat Diets Beat Low-Carb Regimen Long Term
- Risk of Childhood Obesity Higher Among Minorities
- New MRI May Lead to Better Brain Pictures
- Global Warming Kicks Up Allergy Storm
- Parents Still Worried About Vaccine Safety
- Clinical Trials Update: Mar. 1, 2010
- Clot Buster More Critical for Female Stroke Victims
- Primary Care Doctors Ordering Unnecessary Scans
- Obesity and Depression: A Vicious Circle?
- Scans Might Monitor Success of Alzheimer's Drugs
- Popular Diet Plans Can Unclog Arteries
- Some Parents Consider Hastening a Sick Child's Death
- It's Not Always Women and Children First
- Future Heart Disease May Be in Store for Obese Kids
- Hormone Outperforms Insulin in Diabetic Mice
- Watching Special Videos May Not Make Kids Brainier
- Cutting Salt Could Prevent Almost 500,000 Heart Attacks
- Routine Heart Tests for Athletes Would Save Lives
- Kids' Peanut Allergies Might Be Tamed: Study
February 28, 2010
- Household Dirt Won't Raise Asthma Risk in Infants
- Meat Might Be Behind Many Unidentified Allergic Reactions
February 27, 2010
- Penicillin Allergy Might Not Include Related Antibiotic
- Blood Test Might Sort Out Milk Allergies
- Marijuana Use Can Up Psychosis Risk
February 26, 2010
- Stents May Be Effective Weapon Against Stroke
- Twice as Many Women May Soon Be Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes
- Early Liver Detection Methods Ineffective
- Scientists Unravel Mysteries of Intelligence
- Cutting Off Blood Flow to Heart Cuts Damage During Heart Attack
- Reading Remediation Seems to Rewire the Brain
- Small Dogs Traced Back to Middle Eastern Wolf
- Predicted 'Red Tide' Could Make Shellfish a Dangerous Dish
- Current Blood Thinners Face Tough Competition
- More Familiar Roads More Dangerous for Drivers
- New Treatment Eyed for Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
- New Clues to Lupus' Link With Heart Disease
- Genes Behind Tooth Development Discovered
- Zen May Thicken Brain, Thwart Pain
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 26, 2010
- Virus Unlikely to Cause Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Back Pain Soothed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
February 25, 2010
- Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women
- Fatigue May Predict Heart Attack in Dialysis Patients
- Texas Girl Recovers From Rabies Without Intensive Care
- Virtually Everyone Should Get a Flu Shot: CDC
- Hospitals Urged to Start Recycling
- Removing Lymph Nodes May Boost Endometrial Cancer Survival
- Gene Mutation in Mice Sheds Light on Autism
- Preventive Mastectomy in Opposite Breast Boosts Survival Only Slightly
- Wii-Gaming Could Aid Stroke Rehab
- Coffee Drinking May Lower Stroke Risk
- As Health Reform Summit Looms, Battle Lines Are Drawn
- Vitamin B3 May Help Repair Brain After a Stroke
- Health Insurance Competition Vanishing: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 25, 2010
February 24, 2010
- Existing Health Programs Could Help More Kids With Asthma
- Parents' Divorce Doesn't Harm College-Age Kids
- Fitness Boosts Brain Power in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
- Third of Young U.S. Adults Lack Health Insurance
- Two Babies Born a Year Apart After Ovary Transplant
- Naptime Helps Babies Remember New Things
- Happy Marriage Cuts Men's Risk for Stroke
- Shortage of Black Doctors Rooted in Social, Economic Ills
- Strokes Up Among the Young, Down Among the Old
- Black Women at Higher Risk of Birth-Related Heart Problem
- Study Reports Progress Against Fatal Brain Cancer
- Trouble Recognizing Faces Could Be Genetic
- New Bone Drug May Prevent Fractures But Raise Clot Risk
- Think You're Lactose Intolerant? Maybe Not
- Heart Stem Cells Move Closer to Human Treatments
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 24, 2010
February 23, 2010
- New Heart CT Scans Deliver Far Less Radiation: Study
- Doctors Working Less, Earning Less
- FDA: No Decision on Whether to Pull Diabetes Drug Avandia Off the Market
- Happy People More Likely to Try Something New
- Antidepressants in Pregnancy May Delay Developmental Milestones
- Dry Weather Boosts Odds of Flu Outbreaks
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 23, 2010
- Hospital-Acquired Sepsis, Pneumonia a 'Growing Menace'
- Exercise Can Quiet Anxiety That Comes With Illness
- More Expensive Hospital Care May Not Mean Better
- Access to Mammograms Drops After Guidelines Change
- Bitter Melon Extract May Slow, Stop Breast Cancer
- Mammogram Plus MRI Cost-Effective in High-Risk Women
- Hospital Stays May Spur Brain Decline in Seniors
- Two Sepsis Treatments Look Equally Effective
- Tests to Measure Safety of Anti-Clotting Drugs of Limited Value
- Gestures or Words? To the Brain, It's the Same
February 22, 2010
- More Bars Equals More Assaults, Study Finds
- Acupuncture May Ease Depression During Pregnancy
- Pediatricians Want Redesign of Hot Dogs, Candy to Curb Kids' Choking
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 22, 2010
- Testicular Cancer Survivors May Have Hormone Deficiency
- Information Gap Could Delay Lung Cancer Therapy in Blacks
- Report Calls High Blood Pressure a 'Neglected Disease'
- Genetic Mutation Linked to Prostate Cancer in Blacks
- Deadly Hybrid Flu Possible
- ICU Patients Gain From Team Approach to Care
- Doctors Have Many Ways to Say 'No'
- Patients Do Better at Hospitals That Follow Stroke Guidelines
- Statins May Benefit Prostate Cancer Patients
- Excessive Weight Gain During Pregnancy Raises Gestational Diabetes Risk
- Two Surgical Methods Equally Successful for Prostate Cancer
February 21, 2010
February 20, 2010
February 19, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 19, 2010
- Facebook Profiles Don't Stretch the Truth
- Dips in Breast Cancer Rates Seen Most in Affluent Women
- Surgery Alone May Thwart Stage 1 Lung Cancer
- Second Language Comes Faster When Taught in Own Accent
- Gas Cooking Might Up Your Cancer Risk
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome-Virus Link Questioned
- When Seniors Tutor Kids, They Sharpen Their Own Minds As Well
- Chickens May Provide Clues to Color Vision
- Traumatic Amputations in Children Have High Costs
- Protein Appears Key to Intestinal Balance
- Green Tea May Ward Off Eye Disease
- Gene Therapy Shows Promise Against HIV
- Teens Might Exercise More If They Think It's Fun
- Dolphins May Warn of Health Risks in Humans
- Drug Improved Survival in Mice With Cystic Fibrosis
February 18, 2010
- Happiness Protects Your Heart
- Kidneys From Older Donors Suitable for Seniors
- Tired Teens Prone to Car Crashes
- Chronic Migraines Take a Greater Toll
- Screens, Vaccine for HPV Less Beneficial in Older Women
- Oxycontin Abusers Often Rely on 'Leftover' Meds From Friends
- Device Helps Kids With Single-Sided Deafness
- High Rates of Childhood Leukemia Seen in Iraq Province
- FDA Issues Warning on Key Asthma Drugs
- Long-Distance Runners May Have Endurance in Their Genes
- New Technology Could Widen Reach of Vaccines
- Scientists Spot Genetic 'Fingerprints' of Individual Cancers
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 18, 2010
- Early On, Hormone Therapy May Raise Women's Heart Risks
- New Weight Loss Aid?
- Anxiety Disorder Patients Process Emotions Differently
February 17, 2010
- In San Diego, Hispanics Now Dominate HIV/TB Cases
- More Young Women Driving Drunk
- Tinnitus Not Usually an Inherited Condition
- Ibuprofen May Help Stave Off Parkinson's
- Bilberry Seems to Act Against Blood Sugar
- Garden-Grown Rhubarb May Have Anti-Cancer Properties
- True Signs of Autism May Not Appear Until 1st Birthday
- County-By-County Report Sizes Up Americans' Health
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 17, 2010
- Flat Head Syndrome Linked to Developmental Delays
- Brain Scan Shows What Beauty is Worth
- Rising Use of Medical Technologies Extending Americans' Lives
- Simple Concussion Test Measures Reaction Time
- Low-Dose Platelet Transfusions Deemed Safe
- Bilingualism Might Begin in the Womb
February 16, 2010
- Cell Phones, Video Games Don't Spur Teen Headaches
- King Tut's Demise Gets New Explanation
- Genetic Risk Score Doesn't Spot Heart Trouble in Women
- In Tests, Implanted Monitor Detects Atrial Fibrillation
- Women Need More Help After Heart Attack
- Aspirin May Boost Breast Cancer Survival
- FDA Tightens Controls on Anemia Drugs
- One in Two Children Has Chronic Health Issues
- Migraine Tied to Raised Multiple Sclerosis Risk
- Small Increase in Diabetes Risk Noted in Statin Patients
- Survey Finds Many Men Complaining of Ill-Fitting Condoms
- Added Drug Aids MS Treatment
- Most Americans Think It's Others Who Are Unhealthy
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 16, 2010
- Severe Sleep Apnea Has Silver Lining
- PTSD Treatment Still Lacking for Veterans
- Volunteering Can Bring Rewards Even in the Workplace
February 15, 2010
- Herpes Drug Might Also Slow HIV Progression
- Advance Toward Test for Aggressive Prostate Cancer
- TV Shows Often Botch Proper Seizure Responses
- Diabetes Drugs Avandia, Actos Tied to Fractures in Women
- Drugs That Shift Cell's Energy Find New Purpose
- Minorities Not Treated at Higher-Quality Centers
- Repeated Weight-Loss Surgery Carries Added Risks
- NSAIDs Won't Shield Against Skin Cancer
- Botox May Prevent Some Migraines
- 'Bonding' Hormone Might Help Some With Autism
- Elevators Can Bring Injury to Seniors
- Cigars, Pipes No 'Healthy' Alternative to Cigarettes
- After a Stroke, High Risk for a Recurrence
- 'Fishy Smell' May Keep Patients From Diabetes Drug
- Rapid Flu Test Most Accurate for Young Kids
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 15, 2010
February 14, 2010
February 13, 2010
February 12, 2010
- Low-Dose Antibiotics May Promote Drug Resistance
- Restrictions on Plasma From Female Donors May Need Revisiting
- Gay Men's Evolutionary Role May Be to Help Protect Young Kin
- Wedding Band Makes Jealousy a Bigger Threat
- Mexican-Americans Most Active in U.S.
- Bill Clinton Back Home After Heart Procedure
- Too Much Mercury in Canned Tuna -- Or Is There?
- Heel-First Walking Conserves Energy
- Sweat Lodges, Steam Rooms Aren't for Detox
- Another Study Refutes Vaccination-Autism Link
- Pro Athletes' Brains React at Olympic Speed
- Breast Cancer Stats Differ Racially Despite Similar Mammogram Rates
- MRI May Not Add Value to Routine Breast Cancer Care
- Want to Find Love? Be Giving
- Girl Softball Players Suffering More Shoulder Injuries
- Research Sheds Light on Increasing Cerebral Palsy Rates Among Preemies
- 57 Million Americans Sickened by H1N1 Flu: CDC
February 11, 2010
- Poll Shows Eroding Support for Health Reform
- Movies Loaded With Images of Junk Food
- Quick Chest Pain Test Simplifies Discharge Decision
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 11, 2010
- Few Women at High Risk for Breast Cancer Take Tamoxifen
- Hormone May Prevent Aggressive Breast Cancer
- Vaccine Not Fail-Safe in Ongoing Mumps Outbreak
- Dark Chocolate May Lower Stroke Risk
- Scientists Decipher How Brain Handles Silence
- Low IQ May Up Heart Disease Risk
- Cognitive Skills May Shrink With Tamoxifen
- ADHD Brain May Be a Little Different
- Energy Drinks, Alcohol a Dangerous Mix
- TV Dramas Can Be More Persuasive Than News Reports
- Fitness a Factor in Snow Shoveling Injuries
February 10, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 10, 2010
- Scientists Discover How HIV Is Transmitted Between Men
- Physical Changes in Brain Linked to Altered Spirituality
- Women's Heart Disease Awareness Still Lacking
- Cyndi Lauper, Lady Gaga Put Spotlight on Women and HIV
- Voice Problems May Affect Social Life in Parkinson's
- Migraine Linked to Increased Heart Attack Risk
- Blacks in Nursing Homes Vaccinated Less Than Whites
- With Anorexia, Body May Hoard Fat in Bones
- Exposure to 9/11 Fumes Tied to Chronic Headaches
- For Some Breast Cancer Patients, Shorter Radiation Works Well
- Premature Death Could Await Obese Kids
- First Gene Variants Linked to Stuttering Discovered
- Strong 'Sweet Tooth' in Kids Tied to Family's Mental Health
- Flu Vaccine Safe for Infants 6 Weeks Old
- Scientists Pinpoint Area of Brain That Fears Losing Money
- New Diagnostic Guidelines for Mental Illnesses Proposed
- Autism-Related Hypersensitivity Better Understood
February 09, 2010
- Genes Play Role in Prognosis With Non-Small Cell Lung Cancers
- Gastric Banding Most Effective for Obese Teens
- Too Many With End-Stage Dementia Get Feeding Tubes
- Mom's Lifestyle in Early Pregnancy Affects Baby's Size
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Kids May Have Genetic Cause
- Vaccine May Prevent TB in People With HIV
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 9, 2010
- Tanning Bed Regulation Heats Up
- Drug May Ease Cognitive Effects of Huntington's
- ICU Patients at Risk for Rare Heart Rhythm Problem
- Women More Likely to Fail Treatment for Atrial Fibrillation
- FDA Seeks Reduction in Radiation From Medical Scans
- Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
- Inflammatory Bowel Ups Risk for Blood Clots
- Medicare Cost-Saving Moves Can Backfire
- Drinking Milk While Pregnant May Lower Kids' MS Risk
February 08, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 8, 2010
- Soft Drinks Could Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk
- Beer for the Bones?
- Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child
- Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
- Mediterranean Diet May Help Keep You Smarter
- High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors
- Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment
- Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life
- 'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too
- Stem Cell Research Makes Another Advance
- Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging
- Drug Cures Osteoporosis in Mice
- Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson's in Study
- 3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim
- Handgrip Strength Helps Predict Death Risk in Elderly
February 07, 2010
February 06, 2010
February 05, 2010
- Concussion Awareness for Young Athletes Gets Big Play
- As Swine Flu Fades, Experts Ponder Next Season
- Human Pacemakers Offer Hope to Ailing Dogs
- Dopamine Levels in Brain May Determine Social Status
- Kids Born Early in Year More Likely to Be Athletes?
- Depression in Pregnancy May Lead to Antisocial Teens
- Herbals Not the Answer for Asthma, Study Shows
- Super Bowl Stress Can Spark Heart Attacks
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 5, 2010
- Surgeons Suffering Work-Related Injuries
- Genome Mapped for Type 2 Diabetes
- Artificial Pancreas Helps Type 1 Diabetics During Sleep
- Screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Not Cost-Effective: Study
- Agricultural Chemical Spray Linked to Birth Defect Risk
- Wound-Healing Maggots Succumb to Deadly Bacteria
- More Doses of MS Drug Raise Risk of Brain Infection
February 04, 2010
- Nanofiber Gel May Spur Growth of New Knee Cartilage
- Black and Hispanic Infants Much More Likely to Have HIV
- Campaign Calls for Limits on Doctors' Hours
- Tests Show Top Tuna Brands Have High Mercury Levels
- Biofeedback Now Seen as 'Regular' Medicine
- With C-Section, Stitches May Be Best
- Genes May Influence Preterm Births
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 4, 2010
- Natural Delivery OK in Cases of Intrauterine Growth Restriction
- Untreated, Mild May Become Major Depression
- Too Few Adults Get Recommended Vaccinations
- Government to Pay for More Than Half of U.S. Health Care Costs
- Now in Living Color: Dinosaurs
- Review Spotlights Clues to Serious Childhood Infection
- Steroids May Be Overrated in Treatment of COPD
- 'Gene Doping' May Be Next Wave of Sports Tampering
February 03, 2010
- Winter Sun Warrants Sunscreen
- Biking to School Boosts Kids' Fitness
- Kidney Function May Be Tied to Bone Loss
- Immigrants at Lower Stroke Risk Than Long-Term Residents?
- Visual Processing Plays Role in Body Dysmorphic Disorder
- Wii Popularity Leads to New Kind of Gaming Injury
- Brain Scans Suggest Some Vegetative Patients May Be Aware
- Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Raises Suicide Risk
- Internet Addicts More Prone to Depression
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 3, 2010
- Mealtime a Challenge for Some With Autism
- Tylenol May Protect Kidneys After Severe Muscle Damage
- When Counseling Costs, Response Dwindles
- Brain Damage Seen in People With Severe Sleep Apnea
- Very Obese People May Be Missing Genes
- Organ Transplant Drug Keeps Immune System in Check
February 02, 2010
- Fish Oil Helped Stave Off Psychosis in Study Patients
- Using Nicotine Patch Longer Boosts Efforts to Quit
- Fat-Burning Chemical Points to New Weight-Loss Drug
- Lead Exposure May Contribute to ADHD
- Later Puberty Seen for Obese Boys
- Flawed Autism Study Retracted by Medical Journal
- Spanish-Speaking Mothers Less Likely to Turn on TV
- Serotonin May Be Key to Sudden Infant Deaths
- Protein Levels in Urine Help Predict Kidney Function
- Analysis Examines Ultrasound Use for Blood Clots
- CT Scans Deemed Best for Checking Heart Arteries
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 2, 2010
- Study Suggests High HIV Rate Among African Teens
- Smoker's Own Secondhand Smoke Adds to Health Risks
- Children Likelier to See Dentist if Parents Go Too
February 01, 2010
- Abstinence-Only Classes Reduced Sexual Activity, Study Found
- Long Before Symptoms, Blood May Reveal Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Herbal Remedies Can Cause Cardiac Problems
- Mutating Genes May Lead to Premature Births
- Obama Proposes $911 Billion for Health and Human Services
- Genetic Variants in Depressed People Raise Suicide Risk
- Experts Issue Warning on Prostate Hormone Therapy
- Poor Mental Functioning May Predict Stroke
- Diabetes Drug Helps Dieting Teens Lose Weight
- Preventive Steps Helped Summer Campers Avoid Swine Flu
- As Kids Age, Secondary Schools Offer Less Support
- Loving Foster Homes Improve Kids' Attention, Impulsivity
- Fewer Childhood Deaths From Rheumatic Disease
- Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 1, 2010
- Stem Cell, Bone Marrow Transplants Both Benefit Leukemia Patients
- Antidepressants After Stroke May Boost Mental Ability
January 31, 2010
- Workers Fear Stigma of Seeking Mental Health Care
- Laugh and the World Understands
- Sleep and Do Better
January 30, 2010
January 29, 2010
- Targeting Cancer Stem Cells May Eradicate Tumors
- Immune System 'Memory' Gets a Boost in Mouse Study
- Brain 'Thermostat' May Suppress Non-Essential Information
- Parkinson's More Common in Northeast, Midwest
- Men Likely to Research a Purchase, Not Ask for Advice
- Herceptin Again Proves Mettle Against Breast Cancer
- Bees Can Be Trained to Recognize Face-Like Patterns
- To Boost Your Memory, Take a Break
- Three-Fourths of Cancer Patients Have Severe Flares of Pain
- Sedation Linked to Longer Stay in ICU
- Tune Up Your Health
- Insurers Must Offer Equal Coverage for Those With Emotional, Addiction Problems
- Genital Herpes' Reactivation Better Understood
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 29, 2010
- Fake Drugs Bought on the Web Pose Big Health Risks
- Scientists Decode Brain Cancer Cell Line
January 28, 2010
- Personal History Linked to Feelings of Betrayal
- Symptoms Alone Don't Spot Ovarian Cancer Early
- Some Childhood Cancer Survivors Face More Challenges at School
- 'Mirror Therapy' Appears to Reduce Post-Amputation Pain
- CT Scans Reduce Unneeded Appendectomies in Women
- Kids' Use of Alternative Therapies Often Mimics Parents'
- Over 70 and Overweight May Add Years to Life
- Haitian Children Need Specific Relief Efforts
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 28, 2010
- Stress Hormone Could Be Key to Alcoholism
- Kids' Screenings in Place, But Referrals Lacking
- Virtual Colonoscopy a Good Bet for Elderly
- Too Little Vitamin D May Worsen Asthma
- Omega-3 Supplements Don't Reduce Risk of Preterm Birth
- Your Body Moves Through Time With Your Mind
- Injections May Boost Knee Surgery Success
January 27, 2010
- Barefoot Best for Running?
- Scientists Turn Mouse Skin Cells Into Nerve Cells
- Too Much Alcohol Impairs Seniors' Thinking
- Alcohol Affects Baby's Pain Regulation
- Rotavirus Vaccine Could Save Millions of Children Worldwide
- Raising Co-Pays for Doctor Visits Raises Seniors' Hospital Use
- Tight Blood Sugar Control May Raise Risk of Death
- Are Two Mommies as Good as Mom and Dad?
- Antidepressants May Complicate Breast-Feeding
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 27, 2010
- One 'Type A' Trait May Actually Lower Work Stress
- Green Tea May Help Treat Uterine Fibroids
- New Test Might 'Smell' Early Stage Lung Cancer
- New Scan May Help Find Aggressive Prostate Tumors
- Aging of Blood Stem Cells May Be Reversible
January 26, 2010
- New Drug Slows Advanced Kidney Cancer
- Young Smokers May Be More Apt to Try Pot
- Skipping Insulin May Not Be Uncommon
- Amputation Affects Sexes Differently
- Premature Aging of the Brain Seen in HIV Patients
- Flame-Retardant Chemical Linked to Conception Problems
- U.S. Bans Texting by Truck and Bus Drivers
- Intensive Insulin Therapy Won't Boost Septic Shock Survival
- Burning Heart Tissue Beats Atrial Fibrillation
- Shot Protects Against Chickenpox After Exposure
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 26, 2010
- Bone Loss May Accompany Dental Implants
- In Injury-Prone Soccer, Headers Aren't the Problem
- Decade of Decline in U.S. Teen Pregnancies Ends
- Intensive Rectal Cancer Treatment Shows Promise
January 25, 2010
- Dog Flu Risk Highest Where Canines Mingle
- Genes, Diet Offer New Clues to Parkinson's Disease
- New Guidelines Suggest Botox for Cerebral Palsy
- Newborns of Smokers Have Abnormal Blood Pressure
- Female Teachers Pass on Math Anxieties
- More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging
- Black Liver Cancer Patients Face Worst Odds
- Male Abusers Often Sabotage Birth Control With Partners
- Listing Calories on Fast-Food Menus Cuts Kids' Intake
- Scientists Find Way to Track Flesh-Eating Bacteria
- For Lower Blood Pressure, Low-Carb Diet May Be Best
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 25, 2010
- Prostate Cancer Care Varies By Hospital Type
- Wooden Toilet Seats Can Trigger Children's Rash
- Discovery Links Genes to Pancreatic Cancer
- Early EKG Seems to Improve Odds After Heart Attack
- Ambidextrous Children at Higher Risk for Learning Problems
January 24, 2010
January 23, 2010
- Self-Image Linked to Activity in Frontal Lobe of Brain
- Did Ancient Egyptian Makeup Have Protective Powers?
January 22, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 22, 2010
- Combo Therapy Shows Promise Against Brain Cancer
- Llama Research Aids Defense Against Potential Bioweapon
- Drug Combo Blocks HIV Infection in Mice
- Vitamin D May Lower Colon Cancer Risk
- Even in War Zones, Battle Doesn't Cause Most Injuries
- Stillborn Case Linked to Bleeding Gums During Pregnancy
- Video Gaming Just Might Fight Aging
- Discrimination May Lead to Smoking in Boys
- Quitting Smoking Doubles Survival in Early Stage Lung Cancer
- Potty Training Best Between Ages 2 and 3
- Environment Crucial to Boosting Child's Reading Skills
- Stress, Anxiety Can Up Risk of Depression in Pregnancy
- Gene Variation May Speed Recurrence of Stomach Cancer
- Obesity Tied to Common Kidney Cancer
January 21, 2010
- U.S. Birth Weights Falling, But Reasons Unclear
- New Test Catches Most Pancreatic Cancers Early
- Rocking Embryos Might Boost IVF Success
- Dual Treatment Cuts Dangerous Hospital Infection
- Scientists Read Brain's Magnetic Fields to Spot PTSD
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 21, 2010
- Radiation Dose Lower With Digital Mammography
- Common Breast Cancer Traced to Cell Origins
- Combo Test Might Spot Ovarian Cancer Early
- Genetics Used to Track Transmission of MRSA Bacteria
- 1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has High Cholesterol
- FDA Warns of Heart Risks With Diet Drug
- As Obesity Increases, So Does Stroke Risk
- Smokers More Prone to Long-Term Prescription Painkiller Use
- Chemicals in Carpets, Non-Stick Pans Tied to Thyroid Disease
- Blood Test Spots Colon Cancer, Polyps
January 20, 2010
- Senate Upset Foils Democrats' Health Reform Agenda
- Asian Air May Be Worsening Ozone Over U.S.
- New Gene ID'd in Brittle Bone Disease
- Even Mild Lung Disease Affects the Heart
- Small Cuts in Salt Intake Spur Big Drops in Heart Trouble
- First Oral Medications For MS Show Promise
- Experts Push 7 Steps to Heart Health
- U.S. Kids Using Media Almost 8 Hours a Day
- Painless 'Plasma Jets' Instead of Dental Drill?
- Brain Scans Reveal Video Gamers' Secrets
- How the Apple Keeps the Doctor Away
- No Role Found for Birds in Swine Flu Pandemic
- New Disinfectant Could Help Hospitals Fight Germs
- Medical Students Supportive of Alternative Medicine
- New Treatment Eyed for Hepatitis C
- Malaria Parasite Infects Gorillas, Not Just Humans
January 19, 2010
- Monkey Brain 'Hardwired' for Simple Math
- Should HPV Test Replace the Pap Smear?
- Mouse Study May Advance Multiple Sclerosis Research
- In Europe, Most Men Can Trace Roots to Near East Migrants
- Shedding Light on Why Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help the Heart
- Excess Weight Poses Anesthesia Challenge
- Statins Show Promise Against Sickle Cell
- Tobacco Toxin Helps a Protein Cause Lung Cancer
- Stem Cells Become Functioning Neurons in Mice
- Overdoses From Prescription Painkillers on the Rise
- Compulsive Dogs Yield Clues to Human OCD, Autism
- Adding Fish Oil to IV May Speed Sepsis Recovery
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 19, 2010
- Complex Weight-Loss Plans Erode Dieters' Resolve
- Current Smoking Can Worsen Lung Cancer
- Compounds Identified That Might Treat Nerve Diseases
January 18, 2010
- Newly Identified Gene Variants Linked to Diabetes
- Women's Natural Scent Most Attractive to Men
- Federal Panel Urges Obesity Screening for Kids Ages 6 and Up
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 18, 2010
- Self-Control Just Might Be Contagious
- Voice Control Needs Time to Develop After Cochlear Implant
- Cost of Psoriasis Drugs Rising Faster Than Others
- For Very Obese, Gastric Bypass May Extend Life
- Study Questions Need for Emergency Appendectomies
- Frequent Mental Lapses May Precede Alzheimer's
- Most Fast-Food French Fries Cooked in Unhealthiest Oil
- Erectile Dysfunction Predicts Heart Disease
- Traditional Surgery Not Always Best for Abdominal Aneurysm
- For Heart Health, Focus on Risk Factors
- Immune Response Better With Skin Scratch Vaccination
- Parents Not Taking Concussions Seriously Enough
January 17, 2010
January 16, 2010
January 15, 2010
- From Risky Health Status to a Better Life
- Moderate Radiation Tied to Heart Disease, Stroke
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 15, 2010
- Blacks With Diabetes Urged to Cut Calories, Salt
- Treating Low Growth Hormone in Childhood May Thwart Later Ills
- The Pill May Decrease Bone Density
- Blacks Often Misdiagnosed With Schizophrenia, Author Says
- Tylenol Recall Expands to Include Other OTC Meds
- Money for Biomedical Research Cut in Recent Years
- Traffic Crashes Send 3.5 Million to ERs
- Diabetes Drug Looks Safe for Heart Failure Patients
- Health Agencies Express Concern Over BPA
- 55 Million Americans Sickened by Swine Flu So Far
- Bioengineered Skin Grafts Control Blood Pressure in Mice
- Race, Weight May Influence Success of Prostate Surgery
- Girls' Soccer Injuries Plummet After Exercise Program
January 14, 2010
- No Sign of Superbugs in Isolated Polar Bears
- Leading COPD Drug Won't Harm Heart: FDA
- Artificial Pancreas Prototype in Development for Type 1 Diabetics
- More Evidence That Statins Cut Stroke Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 14, 2010
- Mail-Order May Help People Stick to Med Regimens
- Lung Infection Up in Wake of Kids' Pneumonia Vaccine
- 1 in 4 U.S. Teen Girls Involved in Violent Behavior
- Stabilizing Spine May Be Waste of Time in Gun, Knife Victims
- Evolving Strains of HIV May Cause Wave of Drug Resistance
- Haiti Faces Serious Health Risks in Quake's Wake
- Stress of Caring for Disabled Spouse Raises Stroke Threat
- Deadly 'Choking Game' Still Common Among Kids
- CT Scans Spot Many Kidney Abnormalities
- Incorrect Cell Lines Used for Worldwide Cancer Research
- Lawmakers Getting Closer to Health Care Reform
- New Anti-Clotting Drug Outperforms Plavix
January 13, 2010
- Loss of Smell Could Be Early Sign of Alzheimer's
- Stress on Cells Can Turn Them Cancerous
- Some Blood Pressure Drugs May Stave Off Dementia
- Therapy May Relieve Breast Cancer Surgery Complication
- Strides Made in Lung Cancer Treatment
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 13, 2010
- For Achilles Overuse, Plasma Injections Look No Better Than Placebo
- Males' Y Chromosome Not in Decline
- Cutting Parkinson's Drug Dose Linked to Withdrawal Effects
- Migraine, Depression May Have Genetic Link
- Transplanted Trachea Grows Own Blood Supply in Patient's Arm
- Deployment Takes Toll on Army Wives
- Newer Drug More Effective in Psoriasis Treatment
- Why Antidepressants Don't Work for Everyone
- U.S. Obesity Rates Leveling Off, But Still High
- Chemical BPA Linked to Heart Disease Risk
- Taking Viagra Won't Spur Risky Sexual Behavior
- A Good Night's Slumber Won't Reverse Chronic Sleep Loss
- Vitamin D Plus Calcium Guards Against Fractures
January 12, 2010
- Faster Heart Rate May Raise Risk of Heart Attack Death
- Doctors Put Off End-of-Life Talks With Terminally Ill
- Report Card on Tobacco Control Laws a Mixed Bag
- Men, Women Respond to Stress Differently
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 12, 2010
- Long-Term Statin Use Best Way to Cut Cardiovascular Deaths
- Gene Variant Could Lower Alzheimer's Risk
- Could a Bigger Bottom Boost Health?
- Alzheimer's Drug Might Help Prevent Esophageal Cancer
- Combo PET-CT Scans Can Spot Hidden Cancers
- Green Tea May Lower Lung Cancer Risk
- With Pancreatic Cancer, Age Factors Into Familial Risk
- FocusDriven Seeks to Crack Down on Distracted Drivers
January 11, 2010
- Why Light Hurts During Migraines
- Genetic Marker for Aggressive Prostate Cancer Found
- Misconnections in Developing Brain May Cause Autism
- Seat Belts, Bike Helmets Go Unused in Movies Aimed at Kids
- Why You Eat for the Joy of It
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Lowers Flu Shot Effectiveness
- Marijuana Compounds Could Beat Back Brain Cancer
- Antipsychotics Still Widely Used in U.S. Nursing Homes
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 11, 2010
- Confidence Helps Boost Teenage Girls' Math Skills
- To Circumcise or Not?
- Exercise May Stave Off Mental Decline
- TV Watching May Shorten Your Life
- Very Low Levels of Lead Harm Kids' Kidneys: Study
- More Aggressive Treatment for Weekend Stroke
- PET Scan Improves Diagnosis of Parkinsonism: Study
January 10, 2010
January 09, 2010
January 08, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 8, 2010
- As Swine Flu Ebbs, Officials Stress Importance of Vaccine
- Study Suggests Way to 'Mop Up' Leukemia Cells
- Blood Pressure Drugs Might Fight Diabetic Retinopathy
- Nutrient 'Cocktail' Appears to Improve Dementia Symptoms
- Key to Hepatitis C May Be Two Cellular Proteins
- For Fitness, Cutting Calories May Not Be Enough
- Older Antidepressant May Treat Heart Failure
- Short School Closures Won't Shut Down Flu
- Two-Thirds of American Teens Need More Shut-Eye
- Baby Boomers Still Doing Drugs as Seniors
- After Cochlear Implant, Music Therapy May Aid Speech
- Coffee Cuts Liver Scarring in Hepatitis C
- Novel Bandage Might Help Preserve Donor Organs
- Common Radio Frequency Tag Readers Might Trouble Pacemakers
- Celebrex Might Thwart Inherited Skin Cancers
- Airport Full Body Scanners Pose No Health Threat : Experts
January 07, 2010
- Streamlined Stem Cell Procedure May Speed Up Research
- Childhood Cancer Survivors Targets for Heart Disease
- Calorie Counts on Food Labeling Often Off
- Stored Fats May Make Cancer Cells More Aggressive
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 7, 2010
- Key to Cocaine Addiction May Lead to Treatment
- Diabetes Meds May Be Falling Through 'Doughnut Hole'
- Leading COPD Drug May Raise Chances of Heart Trouble
- EPA Unveils Stricter Smog Standards
- When Smokers Call Quit Lines, Positive Approach May Be Best
- Pet Frogs Behind Salmonella Outbreak
- As Swine Flu Wanes, Don't Be Fooled
- Could Your Cell Phone Help Shield You From Alzheimer's?
- Slim Risk of Death After Joint Replacement
- Assisted Living More Accessible to Well-Off
- St. John's Wort Doesn't Ease Irritable Bowel Syndrome
January 06, 2010
- Need a New Hand? One Day, You May Be Able to Regrow One
- Smog Standards Need Tightening, Activists Say
- Showing Kids How Fast They Eat May Help Them Shape Up
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 6, 2010
- Cellular Tweak Helps Mice Burn More Fat
- Lower Vitamin D Levels in Blacks May Up Heart Risks
- Using Light to Silence Harmful Brain Activity
- Alzheimer's 'Cocktail' Shows Promise
- Bitter Cold Poses Health Dangers
- Fat May Help Build Bone Mass in Girls
- Abused Kids More Prone to Migraines in Adulthood
- New Brain Scan May Help Spot Alzheimer's
- Genetic Clues May Point to Better Lymphoma Treatments
- Two Methods Help Prevent Infections After Surgery
- Insect Cells Instead of Eggs for Swine Flu Vaccine?
January 05, 2010
- Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 5, 2010
- Young, Overweight Fall Prey to Weight-Loss Spam
- Pomegranate May Fight Some Breast Cancers
- Fat Hormone Controls Gene Linked to Diabetes
- Restless Legs Linked to Erectile Dysfunction
- Markers for Ovarian Cancer May Show Up Years Earlier
- Hazards of Obesity Now Rival Smoking in U.S.
- Autism May Cluster Among Highly Educated
- New Approaches Could Bring Better Depression Treatments
- Key Protein May Fight Cocaine Addiction
- Stem Cells Likely to Help Genetic Disorders First
- Severely Depressed Gain Most from Antidepressants
- Start Mammograms by 40, Breast Imaging Experts Say
- U.S. Spending on Health Care Slowed in 2008
- Nurse Visitations May Improve Girls' Future Behavior
January 04, 2010
- Genes May Put Black Americans at Risk for Diabetes
- Molecule Could Help Block Sexual Transmission of HIV
- Key Protein Could Put Brakes on Cancer's Blood Supply
- Experimental Drug May Help in Brain, Prostate Cancers
- No Proof Yet That Special Diets Ease Autism
- Without Chickenpox Shot, Kids' Risk Rises Ninefold
- For Better Health in New Year, Add Exercise to Your Day
- Markers Predict Kids' Risk of Diabetes as Adults
- Most Depressed Adults Going Without Treatment
- Poverty, Poor Education Shave Years Off the Life Span
- Quitting Smoking Can Raise Diabetes Risk
- Using Kitchen Spoons Ups Risk of Dosing Errors
- New Childhood Vaccines Schedules Released
- More Toddlers, Young Children Given Antipsychotics
January 03, 2010
January 01, 2010
- Health Care Reform, Swine Flu Top Health News for 2009
- Might Surgical Weight Loss Put Bones at Risk?
- Sinus Surgery Brings Relief to Many
- It's Not a Hangover, It's an Allergic Reaction
December 31, 2009
- As Problems Accumulate, Frailty May Set In
- Add Some Woof! to Your Workout
- Procedure Boosts Outcomes in Implantable Defibrillator Patients
- Tarantula Owners, Mind Your Eyes
- A Toast a Day May Help the Heart
- Clues to Cancer That Could Wipe Out Tasmanian Devils
- As U.S. Ages, Health Care May Need to Change
- Her Music Eases the End for Dying Patients
- Drinking, Walking on New Year's Eve Risky Business
- Volunteering May Keep Elderly Stronger
- Laser Deemed Best Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 31, 2009
December 30, 2009
- Living With a Smoker Puts Kids at Risk for Emphysema
- Placebo Effect Helps Some Psoriasis Patients
- Acupuncture May Cut Hot Flashes, Boost Sex Drive in Breast Cancer Patients
- For Kids, All Activity May Not Be Equal
- Heel Pain Usually Relieved With Stretching Regimen
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 30, 2009
- If Ski Injury Occurs, Plans for Fun Go Downhill Fast
- Stem Cells Might Reverse Heart Damage From Chemo
- Exaggerating a Threat to Weight Goals May Help Self-Control
- Nerve Stimulation Device Doesn't Ease Most Back Pain
- Heart Attacks More Common in Winter
- Swine Flu Not As Infectious Among Young Adults As First Feared
December 29, 2009
- New Guidelines Urge A1C Test for Diabetes Diagnosis
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 29, 2009
- In U.S., Prescription Drug Abuse Is Growing
- Caution Can Help Keep Elderly Safe During Winter
- Winter Exercise Can Lift Your Spirits
- Diabetics Less Prone Now to End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Indoor Allergies Common in Winter
- Ginkgo Won't Slow Decline of Aging Brain
- No Added Risk Seen for ICU Patients Monitored Remotely
- Study Questions FDA Approvals of Cardiac Devices
- Precautions Allow for Smooth Travel While Pregnant
- Disinfectant Misuse Might Help Germs Resist Antibiotics
December 28, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 28, 2009
- Phone Apps Dialing Up Eating Disorders
- Half of Men Fail to Check if Vasectomy is Working
- Sun Protection Advised Year-Round
- Twins Provide Clues to Lupus
- Cavity-Causing Bacteria May Have Originated in Gut
- Low Thyroid Levels May Up Need for Assisted Delivery
- Top Reasons Those 'Get Fit' Resolutions Don't Stick
- Study Debunks Notion of 'Healthy Obese' Man
- Bedside Exam Trumps Scan for Post-Brain Surgery Monitoring
- Elderly Report Rising Rates of Disability After 20-Year Decline
December 27, 2009
December 26, 2009
December 25, 2009
- Eat Up, But Eat Healthy This Holiday Season
- Heavier Sons Tied to Higher Death Risk for Parents
- Keep Fire Safety in Mind as You Celebrate
- Don't Invite Holiday Stress Into Your Home
December 24, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 24, 2009
- Progress Reported in Regenerating Blood Vessels
- Tylenol May Ease Headaches and Heartaches
- Stem Cell Research Gets a Boost From Vitamin C
- Video Games Could Boost Certain Thinking Skills
- Discovery in Lungs May Lead to Treatment for Respiratory Virus
- New Weapon May Help Battle Bird Flu
- New Treatment Eyed for Ewing's Sarcoma
- Swine Flu May Be Rewriting the Flu-Season Script
- Research Reveals How Breast Cancer Rearranges Genome
- Senate Passes Health Reform Package
- Scientists Find Molecular Switch Related to Huntington's
- Poison Likely Helped Prehistoric 'Raptor' Kill Prey
- Marijuana 'Munchies' May Be Rooted in Biology
- Gene Mutations Behind Brain Reduction
December 23, 2009
- Alzheimer's May Stave Off Cancer, and Vice Versa
- Lithium Beats Valproate for Long-Term Bipolar Therapy
- Gene Discovery Sheds Light on Children's Asthma
- High Lipoprotein Levels Can Cause Heart Disease
- Kids Can Pass Pneumonia Bug to Older Relatives During Holidays
- Swine Flu Hits Pregnant Women, Kids Hardest
- Mom's Job Could Boost Baby's Odds for Birth Defect
- Teen Marijuana Use Might Have Lasting Effects on Mood, Anxiety
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 23, 2009
- Melanoma Less Common in Blacks But Deadlier
- Contraceptive Depo-Provera May Weaken Bones
- Nearly 5 Million Doses of Nasal Swine Flu Vaccine Recalled
- Two Genes Work in Tandem to Spur Deadliest Brain Cancer
- Pollution May Boost Pneumonia Risk for Seniors
- Post-Surgical Risks Highest in Older Adults
December 22, 2009
- Amino Acid May Be Key to Strong Teeth
- Gene Therapy Holds Promise for Emphysema
- Many High-Risk Women Refuse Breast MRI
- Health Reform Package Continues to Advance
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 22, 2009
- Aspirin During Pregnancy May Help Preemies
- Airbags Appear Safe for Pregnant Women
- As Swine Flu Wanes, So Does Public's Fear
- Ingredient in Botanicals Tied to Urinary Cancer
- Sun, Smoke, Extra Weight Add Years to Skin
- Heart Risk Tied to Inflammatory Protein
- The 'Pill' Offers Benefits Beyond Birth Control
- Patient Factors Mar Accuracy of Multi-Detector CT Scans
December 21, 2009
- Experts Say CPR by Untrained Bystander a Good Idea
- With Cardiac Rehab, More Is Better: Study
- Allergens Worsen Sinusitis
- Depressed People Can't Hold Onto Happiness
- Facial Symmetry May Be Best Beauty Secret
- Breast-Feeding May Protect a Woman's Heart
- U.S. Births Reach Record High
- Single Shot of H1N1 Vaccine May Be Enough for Kids
- Doctors Urge Parents to Lower Volume Controls on Holiday Electronics
- Imagine Food Aromas That Prevent Overeating
- Diabetes Insight Could Lead to Better Treatments
- Texting While Driving Raises Crash Risk Sixfold
- Myrrh May Lower High Cholesterol
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 21, 2009
December 20, 2009
December 19, 2009
- Child Safety Belongs at Top of Holiday Decorating List
- Hoping for a Happy Family Holiday? Here's How
December 18, 2009
- Spiritual Needs Rank High as Death From Cancer Nears
- Natural Heart Drugs May Combat Colon Cancer
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 18, 2009
- Scientists Spot Source of Hurdle to AIDS Vaccine
- Post-Surgery Infection Can Add $60,000 to Hospital Bill
- Blacks Have Less 'Bad Fat' Than Whites
- Brain Imaging Sheds Light on Social Woes Related to Autism
- Medication Adherence Varies Between Races
- More Medicinal Uses for Pomegranate
- One in 110 U.S. Children Has Autism
- Alcoholics May Never Fully Regain Balance
- Kids in Home-Based Day Care Lack Exercise
- For a Lighter Hangover, Avoid Darker Drinks
- Rabies Vaccine Protects Against Monkey Version of HIV
- Marijuana, Alcohol Addiction May Share Genes
- Better Educated May Have Greater Asthma Control
December 17, 2009
- STDs Common Among Sexually Active Teen Girls in Cities
- Mouth Area Wrinkles More in Women Than Men
- 'Sexting' by Kids Begets Fretting by Parents
- Scientists Link Molecule to Severe Swine Flu
- Swine Flu Wanes, But Future Uncertain
- Doctor's Orders Influence Baby's Sleep Position
- Could Omega-3s Boost Blood Fat Levels?
- Wide Array of Stores Now Sell High-Calorie Snacks
- Obesity, Inactivity Keeping Heart Health Stats Down
- Protein Examined for Role in Liver Cancer
- Witnesses to Bullying May Suffer Most of All
- Teens Think Smoking More Dangerous Than Drinking, Drugs
- Most Stem Cells Used in Research Come From Whites
- New Theory Emerges on Darwin's Illness
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 17, 2009
December 16, 2009
- Foodborne E. Coli Suspected in Urinary Tract Infections
- Synthetic Platelets Put the Brakes on Blood Loss
- Steroid Shots Tested to Treat Diabetes-Related Eye Disease
- For Babies' Sake, Pregnancy Spacing Matters
- Amputee Athlete Tells Her Story
- Pros and Cons of Electronic Medical Records Weighed
- Leprosy Genes Identified
- Acute Kidney Failure Often Ends With Dialysis
- Gene Variant Seems to Guard Against Asthma, COPD
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 16, 2009
- Implanted Defibrillator Might Extend Life
- Over 45 Million Americans Now Lack Health Insurance
- Life Expectancy in U.S. Hits New High
- Smaller Fingers Give Women Better Sense of Touch
- New Stroke Tool May Predict Early Recurrence
December 15, 2009
- Nearsightedness on the Increase
- HIV Therapy Linked to Fewer Suicides
- Boosting Kids' Stroke IQ May Save Lives
- Breast Growth in Boys Might Be Linked to Plastics Chemical
- Wider Adult Screening May Mean Fewer Children With Cystic Fibrosis
- Fat Hormone May Protect Against Alzheimer's
- Serious Gaps Revealed in U.S. Response to Health Emergencies
- Large Recall of Children's Swine Flu Vaccine
- Normal Cholesterol Doesn't Guarantee Healthy Heart
- Playground Surface Plays a Role in Kids' Injuries
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 15, 2009
- Stress From Prostate Cancer Diagnosis May Be Fatal
- Patients With Pacemakers Should Avoid MRI Scans
- Needle Biopsy Works Well in Diagnosing Breast Cancer
- Tighter Blood Sugar Control Not Best for Some Diabetics
- Puberty May Trigger Sleep Apnea in Overweight Kids
December 14, 2009
- 'Nanosensors' Spot Early Signs of Cancer
- After Lumpectomy, Radiation Rates Lower for Black Women
- Half of U.S. Kids With Mental Issues Are Getting Help
- Many Doctors Unaware of Deadly 'Choking Game'
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 14, 2009
- Shoulder Repair Technique Borrows From Cadavers
- Herb May Counter Liver Damage From Chemo
- Five Gene Variants May Be Linked to Lung Disease
- Looking Younger Than Your Age May Mean Longer Life
- Marijuana Use No Longer Dropping Among U.S. Teens
- Antidepressants May Raise Women's Stroke Risk
- Birth Defects the Top Worry of Moms-to-Be
- Physical Activity May Prolong Survival After Colon Cancer
- Studies Quantify Cancer Risks From CT Scans
- Coffee, Tea Might Stave Off Diabetes
- Contributors to Heart Failure Identified
- Cutting TV Time Burns More Calories
December 13, 2009
- Hardship in Childhood May Affect Long-Term Health
- Chemo With Herceptin May Be Best for Some Breast Cancers
December 12, 2009
December 11, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 11, 2009
- Adding Chemo to Tamoxifen Helps Some Breast Cancer Patients
- Casual Sex Doesn't Cause Emotional Damage: Study
- Poorer Neighborhoods May Bring Worse Health
- New Hope for Brain, Spinal Cord Injuries
- Spice Compounds May Stem Tumor Growth
- New Drugs, New Combinations Fight Breast Cancer
- Swine Flu Infection Rates Continue to Fall
- Many Stroke Survivors Don't Take Lifesaving Meds
- Stem Cells Turned Into AIDS Killers in Lab Tests
- Menopause Often Means Worsening Cholesterol
- Blood Thinner Combos Risky for Heart Attack Patients
- Better Vaccine Planning Needed, Committee Finds
- Early Treatment of Hearing, Vision Helps in Schizophrenia
- Women Aren't Waiting to Seek Infertility Help
December 10, 2009
- New Field of 'Cardio-oncology' Suggested
- Bone Drugs May Beat Back Breast Cancer
- Swine Flu Has Infected 1 in 6 Americans: CDC
- When It Comes to Toys, Shop Smart, Shop Safe
- Menthol Cigarettes More Addictive to U.S. Minorities
- New DNA Test Could Speed Time to Sepsis Diagnosis
- Special Skin Cells Key to Sense of Light Touch: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 10, 2009
- Bad Behavior as a Kid Linked to Early Death in Men
- Too Much Drinking, Eating Tied to Breast Cancer Recurrence
- Molecule Discovery Might Help ALS Patients
- Fossil Discovery Sheds Light on Dinosaur Lineage
- Most Hospital Patients Don't Know What Meds They're Taking
- Addiction Meds May Help Gamblers
December 09, 2009
- Memories That Make Your Heart Race Can Be Defanged
- Being Alone and Stressed May Increase Breast Cancer Risk
- Genetic Test May Someday Help Spot Breast Cancer
- States Slash Funding for Tobacco Prevention Programs
- Seasonal Flu Vaccination Rates Still Too Low
- Vitamin D Linked to Survival in Lymphoma Patients
- Bone Marrow Transplants May Cure Sickle Cell in Adults
- Want to Cut Cancer Risk? Try Munching Pistachios
- AIDS Drugs Don't Need Routine Lab Monitoring
- Kids Who Beat Cancer Still Face Heart Risks
- Beer Ingredient Eyed in Prostate Cancer Prevention
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 9, 2009
- Oxycodone Linked to Rise in Opioid-Related Deaths
- Caffeine Doesn't Sober You Up
- Potential New Target Found for Alzheimer's Disease
- General Mills to Cut Sugar in Kids' Cereals
December 08, 2009
- Music of Mozart Soothes the Preemie Baby
- Too-Strict Blood Sugar Control May Lead to Car Crashes
- Selenium, Omega-3s May Stave Off Colorectal Cancer
- Swine Flu Pandemic May Be Less Severe Than Expected
- Oxygen Therapy May Relieve Cluster Headache Pain
- DNA Test May Detect Immune Disorder in Infants
- Many Dialysis Patients Get Wrong Blood Thinners for Angioplasty
- Testosterone Gets Bad Rap: Study
- Injections Aren't Solution for Retained Placenta: Study
- Review Questions Tamiflu's Effectiveness
- Soy Beneficial for Breast Cancer Survivors: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 8, 2009
- Breast Cancer Decline Only Partly Due to HRT
- Lead Exposure May Affect Mental Health
- Beating Heart Differs by Gender, Age: Study
- Coffee, Exercise Fight Prostate Cancer
- Stem Cells May Hold Hope for Eye Disease
- U.S. Cancer Cases, Deaths Continue to Drop
December 07, 2009
- Breast Cancer's Spread Now Better Understood
- Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
- Hormonal Drugs Cool Hot Flashes From Prostate Cancer Therapy
- Urine Sample May Reveal Sleep Disorder in Kids
- New Blood Thinner Could Replace Warfarin to Fight Venous Clots
- Sex Talk Taking Place After the Fact
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 7, 2009
- New Target May Be Eyed in Kids' Brain Cancer
- Swine Flu Can Batter Kids With Sickle Cell
- When Parent Is Deployed, Kids Struggle
- Mom's Exposure to Microbes Lowers Allergies in Kids
- Asthmatics Who Quit Smoking May Reverse Lung Damage
- Docs Not Giving Clear Advice on Infant Sleep Positions
- Antidepressants May Change Your Personality
- EPA: Greenhouse Gases Hazardous to Your Health
- AIDS May Date Back to Ancient Tiger
December 06, 2009
December 05, 2009
December 04, 2009
- Certain Childhood Cancers More Likely to Recur
- Review Finds Marijuana May Help MS Patients
- Timing of Multiple-Ligament Knee Surgery May Not Matter
- Teens Lose More Weight Using Healthy Strategies
- Makers of Powerful Painkillers Present Safety Plans
- Diabetes Drugs Go Head-to-Head in Study
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 4, 2009
- Smaller Airports May Endanger Health
- Online Identities Likely to Match Reality
- Adult Stem Cells Can Repair Damaged Heart
- Water Pipes No Safer Than Cigarettes
- High-Risk Women May Often Avoid Using Tamoxifen
- Blood Clot Threat After Surgery Worse Than Thought
- Monkeys Recognize Their Pals in Photos
- Chicken Pox Shot Protects Against Shingles, Too
- Swine Flu Continues to Wane
December 03, 2009
- Vitamin D May Be Tied to Heart Disease Via Genes
- No Increase in Brain Tumors Seen From Cell Phones
- Blood Sugar Intolerance May Predict Postpartum Ills
- Bullies May Intimidate Siblings, Too
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 3, 2009
- Movies May Tempt Teens to Smoke
- Breast-Feeding Can Help Mom's Heart Decades Later
- Early Morning Smokers May Be More Dependent on Nicotine
- Feeding Birds in Winter Could Speed Evolution of Species
- New Hepatitis C Treatment Shows Promise
- Cervarix Proves Effective Against HPV for Over 6 Years
- Lung Cancer's Racial Gap Narrowing
- Teen Internet Addicts More Likely to Self-Harm: Study
- Smoking Exposure Now Linked to Colon, Breast Cancers
December 02, 2009
- More Preemies Born Among the Poor
- Heart Attack Treatment Speeds Up Nationwide
- Sperm Gene May Cause Men's Longevity Disadvantage
- In Women, Aspirin Might Ward Off Eye Trouble
- Sugary Colas Tied to Gestational Diabetes
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 2, 2009
- Smokers Inhaling Germs With Each Cigarette
- Baby Boys May Be at Risk From Mom's Bug Spray Use
- Enzyme Replacement May Help in Fabry Disease
- Ecstasy Users at Higher Risk of Sleep Apnea
- Oversized College Football Players May Face Heart Risks
- U.S. Approves New Stem Cell Lines for Publicly Funded Research
- Gains Made in Lung Cancer Survival
- Health Gains From Lowered Smoking Rates in Jeopardy
- New Light on Jane Austen's Final Chapter
December 01, 2009
- Birth in South Raises Stroke Risk for Life
- Clinical Trials Update: Dec. 1, 2009
- Childhood Lead Exposure Causes Permanent Damage: Study
- Mammograms May Boost Cancer Risk in High-Risk Women
- A Good Year in the Fight Against AIDS
- Weak Muscles May Cause 'Runner's Knee'
- Ultrasound With Elastography May Cut Down on Biopsies
- Exercise May Lead to a Smarter, More Successful You
- Gene 'Signature' May Point to Lung Cancer
- Half of ICU Patients Suffer From Infections
- CT Scan May Predict Colon Cancer Survival
- Loneliness May Be Catching
- Swine Flu Waning, But Could Return
- Serious Pregnancy Complication Detected With MRI
- Fear of Anxiety May Lead to Depression
November 30, 2009
- CT Scan Patients May Get Unnecessary Imaging
- Med Students Often Fail to Report Needlestick Injuries
- U.S. Swine Flu Cases Chart Sharp Decline
- Rx for Office Pains: Strength Exercises
- Taxol Boosts Odds of Chronic Pain
- Osteoarthritis Costs U.S. Over $185 Billion a Year
- Binge Drinking Not Just a Rite of the Young
- Health Reform: What's in It for You?
- Beverage Can Tabs Remain a Risk for Kids
- U.S. Records Increase in Kids With Down Syndrome
- Lots of Exercise in Midlife May Lead to Osteoarthritis
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 30, 2009
- Cord Blood Stem Cells May Help Treat Heart, Lung Disorders
- Working Intensely Early on May Help Autistic Kids
- Exercise Guards White Blood Cells Against Aging
November 29, 2009
- Psychotherapy Can Boost Happiness More Than Money: Study
- Sleep Apnea May Cause Nighttime Urination
- When Accusations Start to Fly, They Multiply
November 28, 2009
November 27, 2009
- Bipolar Disorder May Be Tied to Body Clock
- Drunk Drivers May Respond to Brief Motivational Interview
- More Foot Power, Less Car Pollution Best for Health
- Diabetes Cases Expected to Double in 25 Years
November 26, 2009
- Ginkgo Won't Prevent Heart Attack, Stroke in Elderly
- Pack Right for the Holidays to Avoid the ER
- Graduated Driver's Licensing Saves Lives: Study
- Watching the Nail-Biting Big Game Hurts So Good
- Loving Relationships May Help Block Pain
November 25, 2009
- Your Skin Can Help Your Ears Listen
- Implantable Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise
- ER Visits for Elderly Rise During Thanksgiving
- Salt Really Does Boost Health Risks
- One Step Closer to New Diabetes Treatment
- Holiday Eating Without the Guilt -- or the Pounds
- Natural Soy Component May Help Treat Colon Cancer
- Cetuximab Helps Treat Colorectal Cancer
- Mom's Depression May Worsen Child's Asthma
- Long-Term Problems Linked to Testicular Cancer Chemo
- Swine Flu Tied to Rise in Pneumonias Among Young
- Type 1 Diabetes May Have a New Foe
- Stenting May Equal Bypass for Diabetic Heart Patients
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 25, 2009
- Brazilian Mint Tea Naturally Good for Pain Relief
November 24, 2009
- Stifled Anger at Work Doubles Men's Risk for Heart Attack
- Some Prescription Meds May Raise Seniors' Risks of Falling
- Childbirth May Slow Progression of Multiple Sclerosis
- Parents Worry About Their Kids' Safety on the Internet
- Recent Cancer Screening Changes Leave Many Confused
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 24, 2009
- Cholesterol Plays Role in Heart Failure Risk
- Family Financial Status Affects Child-Care Injury Rates
- MRSA Creeping Into Hospitals From the Outside
- Advertising to Consumers May Raise Drug Prices
- Smokers Double Their Risk for Heart Disease
- Angioplasty Outcomes May Vary Little Between Hospitals
- Chronic Pain Trips Up Seniors
- Dangerous Toys Still on Store Shelves, Report Finds
- Traffic, Dust Linked to Asthma in Kids
November 23, 2009
- Missing Gene Tied to Bone Marrow Transplant Problems
- Vigorous Exercise Cuts Stroke Risk for Men, Not Women
- Genetic Variant Slows AIDS Progression
- Combo Treatment Beneficial in Biliary-Tract Cancer Study
- Smoking During Pregnancy, Lead Exposure Raise ADHD Risk in Kids
- Quick Saliva Test May One Day Diagnose Diseases
- Depression May Up Death Risk to That of Smoking
- One in Four Teen Girls Have STDs
- Sleep Disorders Plague Cancer Patients
- Research Yields Clues to Severe Form of Sinusitis
- Day Care Boosts Kids' TV Time
- Doctor-Pharmacist Teams Boost Blood Pressure Control
- Vioxx Problems Known Years Before Recall
- Women Should Ignore New Mammogram Guideline, Ex-NIH Chief Says
- Weight May Not Drive Racial Disparities in Colon Cancer
November 22, 2009
November 21, 2009
November 20, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 20, 2009
- Unraveling the 'Mad Cow' Mystery
- Discovery Boosts Boys' Prospects for Post-Cancer Fertility
- Blood Test Could Boost Clarity of Breast MRI Results for Some
- 'Hobbits' Were a Distinct Species, Study Concludes
- Three-Month Supply Lowers Drug Costs
- Athletes Seeking Doping Agents Can Still Find Them Online
- Formaldehyde May Endanger Funeral Workers
- Swine Flu May Hit Kids With Asthma Harder
- Swine Flu Declining in Some Parts of U.S.
- Text Messages Might Increase Sunscreen Usage
- Many Women Miscalculate Time to Full-Term Birth
- New Pap Test Guidelines: Start Later, Have Fewer
- Using Cell Phones, Internet to Battle Eating Disorders
- No Immediate Changes Expected in Mammogram Coverage
- Even Smokers Support Bans at Work
November 19, 2009
- Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease
- Asthma Combo Seems Less Influenced by Genes
- Great American Smokeout '09: Time to Quit
- Too Few Older Adults Get Recommended Screenings
- For Chest Pain in the ER, CT Angiography May Be Best
- Moderate Drinking Guards the Heart
- For Kids With Down Syndrome, a 'Ray of Hope'
- Appalachia, Southeast Hit Hardest by Obesity and Diabetes
- Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble
- Errors in Surgical Procedures Persist
- New 'Skin' From Stem Cells
- Spray May Delay Ejaculation
- Task Force Member Defends Mammography Guidelines
- Sounds May Help Solidify Memories While Asleep
- Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use
November 18, 2009
- Pregnancy Complication May Be Linked to Thyroid Problems
- Genital Herpes May Never Go Dormant
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 18, 2009
- Study Shows Hospital Report Cards Unlikely to Spur Improvement
- Morphine May Help Tumors Spread in Cancer Patients
- Late Preterm Births Increasing in U.S.
- Toddlers, Obese Kids Suffer Most From Smoke
- Heart Failure Drug May Help More in Higher Doses
- Niacin Adds No Benefit for Statin Patients: Study
- Mammography: What to Do Now?
- Newer Blood Thinners May Outperform Old Standbys
- Diuretics Still Best Treatment for High Blood Pressure
- Lifelong Exercise Keeps Seniors Young at Heart
- MS Need Not Preclude Pregnancy
- New Heart Attack Treatment Guidelines Stress Coordination
November 17, 2009
- Stem Cells May Improve Heart Bypass Results
- Could Plastics Chemicals 'Feminize' Boys' Play?
- Incidence of High Cholesterol Drops in U.S.
- Benefits of Eating Fish May Depend on Preparation
- Folic Acid Fortification Might Boost Cancer Risk
- Heartburn Drugs Can Thwart Popular Blood Thinner
- The Mummies' Curse: Heart Disease
- Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
- Uninsured Trauma Patients More Likely to Die: Study
- U.S. Scores a 'D' on Preterm Birth Report Card
- 'Fearless' 3-Year-Olds Might Be Tomorrow's Criminals
- Single-Sex Cardiac Rehab Helps Depressed Women
- Selenium Supplements May Pose Heart Risk
- Face Transplant Patient Can Smell, Taste, Breathe Normally
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 17, 2009
- Biotech Soybeans Good Source of Omega-3
- Viagra Helpful for Children With Heart Defect
November 16, 2009
- Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Heart Disease
- Migraine Increases Likelihood of Stroke
- Gene Linked to Breast Cancer Might Boost Heart Health
- New Wiring Adds Risk When Replacing Pacemaker
- Alternative to Warfarin May Cut Risk of Bleeding
- Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men
- Families Could Benefit From Gene Tests in Sudden Cardiac Death Victims
- Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts
- Research Sheds Light on Causes of Parkinson's
- Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 16, 2009
- Why Watching TV Sports Increases Heart Attacks
- Medical Tests Hit Heart Patients With High Doses of Radiation
- Immunity to Swine Flu May Be Broader Than Thought
- Teen Girls at Higher Risk for STDs: Report
- Guidelines Delay Start of Mammograms to Age 50, Then Every Other Year
- Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks
- Study Raises New Questions About Cholesterol Drug Zetia
- Study Touts Success With 'Female Viagra' Drug
- Child Food Allergies on the Rise in U.S.
- Active Video Games Count as Exercise
- Elderly Treated Less Aggressively for Heart Attack
- Rapid Cooling Might Help Heart Attack Patients
November 15, 2009
November 14, 2009
November 13, 2009
- Chinese Scientists Develop Database on the Liver
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 13, 2009
- FDA Questions Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks
- New Understanding of How the Brain Detects Emotion
- Kids Kept Indoors Due to Poor Clothing Choices
- Hip Fracture Odds Rise With Women's Age
- Facial Structure May Hold Clues to Aggression
- Tapping Into Curry's Health Benefits
- Pot Might Ease PTSD: Study
- Baby Boomers May Prove More Disabled Than Their Elders
- Many Kids Feel Threatened in the Classroom
- Medicare Part D: What to Expect This Open Enrollment Period
- Folic Acid Late in Pregnancy Tied to Asthma in Kids
- Laser Therapy Seems to Relieve Neck Pain
- 'The Pill' May Reduce Asthma Symptoms
- Bad Mood May Make Pain Worse
- Web Giants Urge FDA to Update Ad Guidelines
November 12, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 12, 2009
- What's for Dinner? Brain Chemical Helps People Decide
- Less HRT, Fewer Cases of Possible Breast Cancer Precursor
- Gene Therapy Brings New Muscle to Monkeys
- Boys' Team Sports May Encourage Bad Behavior
- Older People at Greater Risk of Swine Flu Death
- My 10-Day Ordeal With the Swine Flu
- Progress in Stamping Out Smoking Has Stalled
- Study Links Yo-Yo Dieting to Addiction
- Pneumonia Drug Promising Against Form of Muscular Dystrophy
- Leukemia Drug May Help Some Ovarian Cancer Patients
- Chocolate Soothes the Stressed-Out Soul
- Quitting Smoking Simplifies Surgical Recovery
- Wireless Phones Alter Levels of Brain Chemical
- Lab Study Slows Breast Cancer Spread to Bone in Mice
- 22 Million Sickened by Swine Flu in 6 Months
November 11, 2009
- New Polyp Detection Method Could Be Cost-Saver
- Income Inequality Affects Quality of Life for All
- BPA Tied to Impotence in Men
- Gut Bacteria Might Be Making People Fat
- Cancer Can Strain Marriages to Breaking Point
- Trial Data on Anti-Seizure Drug Might Have Been Manipulated: Report
- Surgery Not Always Best for Narrowed Kidney Arteries
- Tamiflu-Resistant Swine Flu Found in Canadian Father
- For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
- Sharing Prescriptions Can Bring Harm, Not Healing
- Fasting on Alternate Days May Make Dieting Easier
- Modern Wars, Modern Ills
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 11, 2009
- Dyslexia May Make It Tough to Tune Out School Noise
- Main Ingredients in Household Dust Come From Outdoors
November 10, 2009
- Ventilation Positions Comparable in Lung Syndrome Patients
- Breast Cancer May Be Gone, But Pain Lingers
- Statins May Stave Off Gallstones
- Cholesterol Measurements May Be Made Easier
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 10, 2009
- Muscle Weakness Linked to Alzheimer's Risk in Seniors
- The Revolving Door of Heart Failure Hospitalization
- Common Infections May Contribute to Strokes
- Laser Eye Surgery Safe Long-Term: Study
- Acceptance of Chronic Illness Helps People Move On
- Early Use of NSAIDs Might Prevent Alzheimer's
- Teen Obesity Ups MS Risk in Women
- Anemia Drugs May Cause Deadly Blood Clots
- Stroke Puts Stress on Spousal Relationship
November 09, 2009
- Handwriting Skills May Lag in Kids With Autism
- No Gender Gap Found for Clot-Busting Drug
- Hot-Tub Injuries on the Rise
- Retirement Brings Most a Big Health Boost
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 9, 2009
- Depressed and Pregnant? Flu Shot May Be Needed
- Sinus Rinses May Do More Harm Than Good
- Brain Stimulation May Ease Treatment-Resistant Depression
- Dense Breasts Raise Risk of Cancer Recurrence
- Cataract Surgery Doesn't Worsen Macular Degeneration: Study
- To Feel Better, Low-Fat Diet May Be Best
- Doctors Spending More Time Now With Patients
- Obesity Seems to Alter Heart Structure
- Breast Cancer Drugs May Fight Cervical Cancer, Too
- Scientists Grow New Penile Tissue in the Lab
November 08, 2009
November 07, 2009
November 06, 2009
- Cooling May Reduce Brain Lesions in Newborns
- Early Relapse of MS May Mean Fewer Issues Later
- Poor Restroom Cleaning Causes Cruise-Ship Sickness
- Good Sleepers More Likely to Eat Right
- Can a Bad Boss Make You Sick?
- Most Who Want Swine Flu Shot Can't Get It
- Singing in Pregnancy May Be Harder Work
- Pay Less for Prescription Drugs
- Trauma Deadlier for Kids Without Insurance
- Early Morning Colonoscopies May Find More Polyps
- Health Fears Are Nothing to Sneeze At
- Thyroid Cancer Higher in Volcanic Areas
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 6, 2009
- Breast-Feeding Benefits Moms and Babies: Report
- New Smells 'Etched' in Brain: Study
- Simple Steps Get Walkers Moving
- Wood Fires Can Harm the Youngest Lungs
- Stem Cells May Offer Alternative to Lung Transplants
November 05, 2009
- Rest Easy. When It Comes to Swine Flu, Your Pet Is Safe
- Phosphorus Levels May Predict Heart Disease
- Green Tea May Help Prevent Oral Cancer
- School Violence Drops With Federal Program
- Without Job Stress, Retirees Sleep Better
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 5, 2009
- Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss
- Fetus Learns Intonations of Mother's Tongue
- Doctors Point Out Gaps in U.S. Health Care
- Swine Flu Virus Dominant Strain Worldwide: WHO
- Gene Therapy for Fatal Brain Disorder 'Just the Beginning'
- Complete Horse Genome Sequence Revealed
- Firm Says Low-Cost Genome Sequencing Is Possible
- Germs Mingle Most on Palms, Feet, Forearms
- Stem Cells Repair Acute Lung Injury in Mice
- Genes Linked to 'Pot' Belly
- Deadly Intestinal Infection Spreading Outside Hospitals
November 04, 2009
- Americans Gaining Awareness of COPD: Survey
- Will New Anemia Drug Top Current Treatments?
- Poorer Outcomes After 'Off-Pump' Bypass Surgery
- New HPV Vaccine Might Stop Vulvar Cancer in its Tracks
- Gene Discovery Gives Clues to Crohn's Disease, Colitis
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 4, 2009
- Sleepy Drivers a Menace on the Road
- Married With Children Paves Way to Happiness
- Focused Radiation May Help Some With Lung Cancer
- How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs?
- Fast Eating Limits Gut Hormones That Induce Fullness
- Waiting, Wondering About Radiology Results Irks Patients
- PSA Reading Could Predict Post-Radiation Survival
- FDA Initiative Seeks to Reduce Accidental Overdoses
- Shorter, More Intense Radiation OK for Some Breast Cancers
November 03, 2009
- Switch to 'Light' Cigarettes Makes Quitting Tougher
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 3, 2009
- CDC Finds U.S. 30th in Infant Mortality
- Drug Could Help Treat Small HER2-Positive Breast Tumors
- FDA Issues Warning for Diabetes Drug
- Depression May Blur Memory of Aches and Pains
- CDC Study Links 2 Antibiotics to Birth Defects
- Sugar Shortens Life Span in Worms
- Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients
- Severe Swine Flu Can Kill Young, Old Alike
- CDC Urges Patience As More Swine Flu Shots Arrive
- Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring
- World Trade Center Workers Twice as Likely to Have Asthma
November 02, 2009
- Diet Soda, Sodium Tied to Kidney Trouble: Studies
- Delays in Lung Cancer Care More Common in Public Hospitals
- One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works for Pregnant Women
- TV May Increase Aggression in Toddlers
- Household Chemicals May Affect Cholesterol Levels
- Restless Legs May Vary by Race and Gender
- Hormone Therapy Can Help Some With Prostate Cancer
- Radiation After Surgery Lowers Chances of Melanoma Recurrence
- High Blood Pressure Likely in Alzheimer's Offspring
- Food Stamps Help Stave Off Hunger in Many U.S. Homes
- Nicotine Patch Plus Lozenge Best for Quitting Smoking
- Virulent Strain of MRSA Resists Treatment
- Anemia Drug May Raise Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
- Five-Minute Survey Can Help Predict Lung Cancer
- Childhood Brain Cancer Causes Other Long-Term Problems
- Americans Get Failing Grade on Diabetes Awareness
- Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 2, 2009
- Doctors Overprescribing the Pap Test
November 01, 2009
October 31, 2009
October 30, 2009
- Traveling While on Dialysis Could Be Risky
- Veggies in Pregnancy Lowers Child's Diabetes Risk
- Whooping Cough Immunity Lasts 30 Years or More
- Flu Shot in Pregnancy Protects Baby
- Science Finds Healing in Halloween Horrors
- Fructose May Raise Blood Pressure
- When Clocks Change, Body May Need Time to Adjust
- Lying Still Raises Artificial Insemination Success
- At Least 114 U.S. Kids Dead From Swine Flu
- Antibiotic Resistance Still a Major Public Health Threat
- Surgery, Illness Not Linked to Mental Decline in Seniors
- Patients More Likely to Die While in ICU in U.S. Than in England
- Pumpkin May Fight Yeast Infections
- Asians Seem to Suffer Less During Childbirth
- Undocumented Hispanics Face Health Care Roadblocks in U.S.
- Scientist Throws Curve Into Breaking-Ball Debate
- Flu Deaths Higher Among Seniors With Dementia
October 29, 2009
- Millions of Americans Don't Get Enough Sleep
- Tamiflu-Resistant Swine Flu Passed Person-to-Person in U.S.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Doesn't Promote Cancer
- Cholesterol Drugs May Help Prevent Flu Deaths
- Is There a 'Bad Driver' Gene?
- Better Drug Emerges for Steroid-Induced Bone Loss
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 29, 2009
- Tai Chi May Help Ward Off Knee Pain in Seniors
- After Age 55, Workplace Stress Seems to Decline
- Psychotherapy Beats Light Treatment for SAD
- Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study
- Almost 6 Million U.S. Cases of Swine Flu in First Few Months
- Kidney Damage Another Consequence of Anabolic Steroids
- Stroke Centers May Offer Best Shot at Recovery
- Toxins Make Halloween Face Paints Scary
- 17,000 Child Deaths Linked to Lack of Insurance
October 28, 2009
- Preventive Antibiotics Help Some Kids Fend Off Urinary Infections
- One Embryo as Good as Two in Second IVF Attempt
- Gene Variants Behind Vulnerability to Yeast Infections
- Testicular Cancer Survivors Face Other Ills
- 1 Million More Doses of Swine Flu Vaccine on Hand
- Repairing Injured Lungs May Boost Organ Donations
- New Clues to How Fish Oils Help Arthritis Patients
- Stem Cells Coaxed to Make Precursors to Egg, Sperm
- Violence Between Couples May Not Be Spontaneous
- Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults' Arteries
- Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk
- Adding Chemo Helps Head, Neck Cancer Patients
- Let Kids Sleep Late on Weekends to Fight Fat: Study
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 28, 2009
- Meditation May Reduce Stress in Breast Cancer Patients
- Takes a Pro to Make Offices Pain-Free
October 27, 2009
- Sleep Apnea Episodes May Trigger Irregular Heartbeat
- Short-Term, High-Dose Vitamin D2 May Ease Deficiency
- Radiation From Medical Scans Soaring
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 27, 2009
- Depression Often Goes Untreated in Working Moms
- Mapping the Link Between Alcohol, Cancer
- For Tourette Syndrome, Implanted Device May Help
- Herbicides, Fibrate Drugs May Block Taste Receptors
- Old, New Pap Methods Equally Good, Dutch Study Finds
- Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids
- Access to U.S. Burn Centers Varies by Region
- All New Dialysis Patients at Increased Risk of Death
- More Swine Flu Vaccine Coming Soon
- Phone Counseling for Depression Rings With Promise
October 26, 2009
- Big, Beefy Football Players May Face Heart Problems Later
- Cell Phone May Reduce Bone Density in Hips
- Sperm May Play Role in Transmission of HIV
- 6 Million U.S. Kids Lack Enough Vitamin D
- Blacks at Greater Risk for Colorectal Cancer
- Bowel Disease Treatment May Raise Skin Cancer Risk
- Treat Kids to a Safe Halloween
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 26, 2009
- Breast Abnormality Follow-Up Often Later in Black Women
- Liposuctioned Fat Can Be Used for Breast Augmentation
- World Trade Center Workers Have More Cases of Acid Reflux
- Does Diabetes Slow Alzheimer's?
- Exposure to Holocaust May Have Raised Cancer Risks
- Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk
- Fitness Fades Fast After 45
- Heart Disease Gender Gap Narrows
- Sebelius: There Will Be Swine Flu Vaccine for All Who Want It
October 25, 2009
October 24, 2009
October 23, 2009
- Cocaine Use in Pregnancy Linked to Impulsivity in Sons
- Heavy Patients Get Little Respect From Doctors
- Light Touch Helps Grip of MS Patients
- Anesthesia, Exertional Heat Deaths May Be Linked
- HPV Vaccine No More Painful Than Other Shots
- Adding Drug Doesn't Help Control Blood Pressure
- Common Knee Pain May Improve With Therapy
- Scientists Zero in on Brain's 'Stopwatch'
- Swine Flu Vaccine Still in Short Supply
- Production Problems Plague Delivery of Swine Flu Vaccine
- Scientists Discover Gene Key to Human Speech
- Cocoa in Chocolate May Be Good for the Heart
- Constant Light Linked to Symptoms of Depression
- Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 23, 2009
- Babies Spot Human Speech at 5 Months
- After Tonsillectomy, Short-Term Antibiotics Effective: Study
- Chimps Show Signs of Culture
- Coffee May Slow Liver Disease
- Bladder Problems May Often Be Related to Mental Health
October 22, 2009
- Less Sensitivity to Hormone May Play Role in Autism
- Psychiatric Meds for Infants Linked to Later Behavior Problems
- CT Scans Surpass X-Rays for Swine Flu: Study
- Study Finds Less Toxic Treatment for Myeloma
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 22, 2009
- Assessing Embryo Metabolism May Aid IVF Success
- Drug Use in Teens May Damage Memory Years Later
- Money Woes Keeping Many Couples From Fertility Treatments
- Rotavirus Vaccine Cutting Infection Rates Among Kids
- Some Parts of Human Genome Get Lost
- Red-Grape Compound May Improve Diabetes
- Guidelines Urge Use of Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
- Dying Wishes Followed More Often for Whites
- Long-Acting Insulin Works Best for Many Diabetics
- Swine Flu Parties? Send Your Regrets, Experts Say
October 21, 2009
- Super Obesity Ups Risk of Dying After Weight-Loss Surgery
- Sex With a Partner Makes Evolutionary Sense: Study
- CDC Panel Says No to Routine Use of Gardasil for Boys
- American Cancer Society Stands By Cancer Screening Guidelines
- Intensive Dialysis Doesn't Save Lives of the Sickest
- Gene Behind Gaucher Disease a Player in Parkinson's
- Sex of Twins May Affect Outcomes
- For Obese, Weight Gained in Pregnancy May Not Leave
- Stroke Treatment Window May Allow a Bit More Time
- With Microdermabrasion, Rough Seems to Work Better
- Brain Protein Tied to Retardation
- Prolonged Use of Pacifier Linked to Speech Problems
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 21, 2009
- Blood Protein May Predict Heart Attack But Not Stroke
- Worldwide Vaccine Availability Reaches All-Time High: Report
- Radiation Treatments Made Safer for Cancer Patients
- Alternative Treatments May Boost IVF Success
October 20, 2009
- Clues to Hypertension in Kids May Be Seen in Bones
- Swine Flu Still Strikes Younger People Hardest
- Existing Drug May Lead to ALS Treatment
- Heart Failure Treatment Underused
- Study Forecasts More Young Doctors in Future
- Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
- Fish Oil Supplements Don't Help Depressed Heart Patients
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 20, 2009
- Common Antioxidant Might Slow Parkinson's
- Babies Injured in Car Seats Used Outside of Cars
- The Brain Comes Alive With the Sounds of Music
- Full Results of AIDS Vaccine Trial Confirm Modest Benefit
- School Meals Need to Get Healthier: Report
- Glucosamine Fails Osteoarthritis Test
- Cancer Drug May Help Scleroderma
- New IVF Guidelines Aim to Reduce Multiple Births
October 19, 2009
- Drugs for Inflammatory Bowel Might Increase Cancer Risk
- Some People Vulnerable to Persistent Post-Op Pain
- Minnesota Pig Infected With H1N1 Flu
- U.S. Relaxes Opposition to Medical Marijuana
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 19, 2009
- Scientists Find New Key to Lupus
- Easy Way to Prevent Post-Op Nausea?
- Web Surf to Save Your Aging Brain
- More Doctors Need to Learn to Spot Skin Cancers
- Mercury Levels Not Abnormal in Autistic Children
- PSA 'Nanotest' May Spot Prostate Cancer's Return After Surgery
- Hospital Workers May Trigger Dangerous Outbreaks
- Timing of Oxygen After a Stroke May Matter
- Video Games Can Play Havoc With Kids' Joints
- Household Insecticides May Be Linked to Autoimmune Diseases
- Childhood ADHD Linked to Criminal Behavior in Adults
- Hangovers May Be Tougher for Migraine Sufferers
October 18, 2009
October 17, 2009
October 16, 2009
- Transplant May Treat Metabolic Disorders in Womb
- 11 More Children Die From Swine Flu: CDC
- Strides Made in Tonsil Cancer Repair
- Race, Insurance May Affect Testing of Kids in ER
- Obesity May Affect Fertility in Young Women
- Tylenol May Weaken Effectiveness of Kids' Vaccines
- New FDA Study Seeks Feedback on Lasik Surgery
- Soda Taxes Not Making a Dent in U.S. Waistlines
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 16, 2009
- Docs May Be Overdoing Some Invasive Procedures
- Scientists Provide First Map of Complete Human Epigenome
- Smoking Keeps Its Grip on Urban Poor
- Breast Cancer Gene Tied to Diagnosis at Younger Age
- For a Healthier Retirement, Work a Little
October 15, 2009
- Liver Cells Made to Order
- Want Sun Protection? Wear Red or Blue
- Heart Test Deemed OK Before Kidney Transplant
- Suicidal Thoughts May Vary by Antidepressant
- Fewer Genital Warts Thanks to HPV Vaccine Program
- Green Spaces Boost the Body and the Mind
- Smoking Bans Reduce Heart Attacks: Study
- Bad Reaction No Good Reason to Avoid Future Shots
- Smog Tougher on the Obese
- Brain Yields Up Clues to Language
- A Drug to Cure Spinal Cord Injuries?
- Stem Cells Grow Heart Tissue in Lab
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 15, 2009
October 14, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 14, 2009
- If You Want Help From a Chimp, You'll Have to Ask
- Stem Cells Being Tested to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
- Side Effects in Statin Users Linked to Gene Mutation
- Supervised Exercise May Relieve Fatigue During Chemotherapy
- Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Parkinson's
- Fine-Tuning Prosthetic Hands to Restore a Sense of Touch
- More MRI Machines May Mean More Back Surgeries
- Severe Swine Flu Could Lead to Blood Clots in Lungs: Study
- Dialysis' Drawbacks Outweigh Benefits for Some Older Patients
- Families Need to Know When Dementia Becomes Terminal
- Dyslexia More Complicated for Chinese
- Race Not a Factor if Breast Cancer Chemo Succeeds
- Are Commercial Genetic Tests Worth Taking?
- Shared Bed May Raise SIDS Risk
- As More Cyclists Hit the Road, Serious Injuries Rise
October 07, 2009
- Seasonal Flu Vaccine May Lessen Swine Flu Impact
- Early Drug Treatment May Cut Multiple Sclerosis Risk
October 05, 2009
- Noise Hurts Men's Hearing More, Study Shows
- 1 Million 'Preemie' Babies Die Each Year: Report
- Autism May Be More Common Than Thought
- Focused Radiation Protects Tumor Patients' Brain Function
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 5, 2009
- Air Pollution May Cause Appendicitis: Study
- Half of U.S. Babies Living Today May Reach 100
- Gene Discovery May Advance Head and Neck Cancer Therapy
- Sinus Infections Push Millions to U.S. Doctors Each Year
- Tiny Batteries Can Cause Big Problems for Young Children
October 04, 2009
October 02, 2009
October 01, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 1, 2009
- Older Women May Sleep Better Than Men
- Clot-Busting Therapy Under Review
- Heart-Pacing Devices Hold Promise for Heart Failure
- Smoking in Pregnancy Linked to Psychotic Symptoms in Kids
September 30, 2009
- Drug Combo May Offer Best Relief for Nerve Pain
- Doctor Visits Are Getting Short Shrift in Tight Economy
- Sexual Satisfaction May Lead to Greater Well-Being in Women
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 30, 2009
- Study Urges Treatment for Even Mild Gestational Diabetes
- Dementia Risk Higher for NFL Players
- Breast Cancer Death Rates Continue to Drop 2% Annually
- Doctors May Be Able to Predict Domestic Abuse
- Study Finds Fish Won't Prevent Heart Failure
- Non-AIDS-Related Cancers Growing Among HIV Patients
- CDC Links Infections With Swine Flu Deaths
- Study Debunks Link Between Strep and Brain Disorders
- Surgical Deaths Linked to Handling of Complications
- Cooling Helps Oxygen-Deprived Newborns
- Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work
- Obese Middle-Aged Women Face Unhealthy Future
September 29, 2009
- Social Status as a Teen Predicts Health as an Adult
- Type 2 Diabetes Drug May Increase Fracture Risk
- Mini-Stroke Found to Precede 1 in 8 Strokes
- No Osteoarthritis Seen in Obese Mice Without Leptin
- Fetal Surgery May Treat Heart Defect
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 29, 2009
- Social Isolation Adversely Affects Breast Cancer
- Younger Women With Colon Cancer Outlive Men
- Eating in America Still Unhealthy: CDC
- Exercise 30 Minutes a Day? Who Knew!
- Those Stilettos Can Hurt You Years From Now
- Could the Recession Be Good for Your Health?
- 1918 Flu Closings May Provide Lessons for Today
- More Retinal Detachment Seen With Higher Income Status
September 28, 2009
- More Women Having Other Breast Removed
- Many Kids Suffer Medication Side Effects: Study
- Children's Growth Charts Don't Measure Up With Parents
- When Pounds Go, Sleep Apnea May Improve
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 28, 2009
- Irregular Heartbeat Risk Higher in Women With Type 2 Diabetes
- Men Not Being Told Enough About PSA Tests
- Blood Thinner May Cause Skin Lesions
- Scientists Discover How Chemo Can Make Women Infertile
- Autoimmune Disorder Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack in Women
- Docs Miss Test Results -- Even With Alerts
- Heart Patients Benefit From At-Home Care, Study Finds
- Improved Screening for Jaundice Can Protect Newborns
September 27, 2009
September 26, 2009
September 25, 2009
- Spanking May Lower Kids' IQs
- FDA Acknowledges Mistakes in Knee-Device Approval
- New Hope for Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 25, 2009
- Studies Evaluate Thyroid Treatment During Pregnancy
- Studies Find PSA Screening Unreliable
- FDA Issues Health Alert on Kids' Tamiflu Dosages
- Alcohol Might Lower Death Rates in Brain Injury Patients
- Angst May Protect Against Some Skin Cancer
- Faster Detection of TB May Be on the Horizon
- Firm Parents Keep Teen Drivers Safe
- Exercise May Prevent Prostate Cancer: Study
- Spider Venom -- The Next Way to Treat Impotence?
- Surgery Best for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Antidepressants Linked to Heart Defects in Newborns
- Swine Flu Virus Not Mutating, Making Vaccine a Good Match
September 24, 2009
- Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
- Infant Head-Flattening Linked to Ear Infections
- Fructose Boosts Blood Pressure, Studies Find
- Bad Economy Really Hurts Some Folks
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 24, 2009
- Steps Start to Add Up to a Math Path in the Brain
- Women With Atrial Fibrillation Face Rougher Road Than Men
- Experimental AIDS Vaccine Delivers Good News
- Sleep Deprivation Might Lead to Alzheimer's
- Lack of Vitamin D Linked to High Blood Pressure
- New Treatment May Beat Melanoma
- Environmental Chemicals May Affect Male Reproduction
- Letter Warns About Tricky Dosing With Liquid Tamiflu for Kids
September 16, 2009
- Shockwave Treatment May Not Be Best for Shoulder Pain
- Better Day Care, Smarter Kids?
- Tasty Foods Send Signal to Brain to Keep Eating
- Insured Kids With Uninsured Parents Miss Needed Health Care
- Exercise Benefits Even the Oldest Old
- Internet Can Help Curb Drinking Among College Students
- Fertility Drug Shows Potential Against Hot Flashes
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 16, 2009
- Scars of Bullying Linger
- For the Color Blind, a Ray of Hope
- Less TV Brings More Parent-Child Interaction
- Hepatitis B Vaccination Protects Against Liver Cancer
- 'Soda Tax' Wins Health Experts' Support
- Timing, Type of HRT May Determine Breast Cancer Risk
September 15, 2009
- Emergency Medical Transport By Air Carries Risks
- Kidney Injury While Hospitalized May Lead to Future Dialysis
- Not All Kids With Head Injuries Need Brain Scans
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 15, 2009
- Early Spankings Make for Aggressive Toddlers, Study Shows
- Steroid Restores Vision When Veins in Eye Become Blocked
- Gene 'Switch' May Help Drive Excess Fluid in Lungs
- FDA Approves 4 Swine Flu Vaccines
- 'Man's Best Friend' First Befriended in China
- Anxious Kids at Risk for Obesity in Adulthood
- Antibiotics Bought Easily on the Internet
- Celiac Disease May Raise Risk of Dying
- Watchful Waiting Works for Older Men With Prostate Cancer
- Diabetes Medications Don't Lower Inflammation
- Blacks Fare Worse After Cardiac Arrest
- Pesticides Linked to Parkinson's
September 14, 2009
- Combat Exposure Tied to Chronic High Blood Pressure
- Implantable Defibrillators May Not Help Women With Heart Failure
- Showerheads Harbor a Bounty of Germs
- Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
- 3 NFL Stars to Donate Brain Tissue for Trauma Research
- Depression May Hasten Cancer Death
- Drug Offers Hope Against Tough-to-Treat Hypertension
- Chlorine in Pools Raises Kids' Asthma, Allergy Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 14, 2009
- Air Pollution May Raise Blood Pressure
- Common Diabetes Drug May Fight Cancer
- Too Few Latinos Get Colorectal Cancer Tests
- Very Small Head Size Could Signal Problems in Newborns
- Routine Testing Would Improve Herceptin Use in Breast Cancer
September 13, 2009
September 12, 2009
September 11, 2009
- Actress Helps Promote New Campaign for Meningitis Vaccine
- Report Cards for Hospitals May Be Misleading
- Busy Roads Boost Blood Pressure
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 11, 2009
- Curbing Obesity Epidemic Key to Health Care Reform: Experts
- Computers Might Make Learning Lip Reading Easier
- One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Offers Protection: Studies
- Scientists Spot Key to Breast Cancer Spread
- Lupus Worse in Blacks, Hispanics Than in Whites, Study Finds
- Discovery May Pave Way to Better Diabetes Care
- Cancer Drug Shrinks Benign Tumors That Steal Hearing
- Alzheimer's Gene Affects Brains of Young Adults
- Swine Flu Trials Continue to Point to 1-Dose Vaccine
- Two Genes May Determine How Well MS Patients Do
September 10, 2009
- Girl in Iconic Vietnam War Photo Brings Message of Hope
- Treating Workers' Mental Woes May Boost Productivity
- Treating Childhood Leukemia With Fewer Side Effects
- Swine Flu Burrows Into Lungs: Study
- Deep Sea Microbes Shed Light on Human Biology
- Get Your Vaccine for Seasonal Flu, Experts Urge
- Doctor-Patient Talk May Help Blacks With Hypertension
- Environment May Play Role in Racial Health Disparities
- U.S. Faces Shortage of Heart Surgeons
- FDA Panel Backs Giving HPV Vaccine Gardasil to Young Males
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 10, 2009
- Research Seeks Cause of Preeclampsia
- Allergies Dampen Sex Lives
- Swine Flu Shots May Come Too Late to Stem Fall Outbreak: Study
- Young People at High Risk of Death Worldwide
September 09, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 9, 2009
- Metabolic Syndrome May Raise Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease
- Some Parents Aren't Giving Kids Pain Meds Post-Surgery
- Nicotine Plays Tricks on Brain: Study
- Chinese 'Devil Dung' Plant Could Be a Swine Flu Fighter
- New Vaccine May Work Better Against Lung Disease
- Trauma From Iraq Could Alter Veterans' Brains
- Testing Young Athletes for Heart Defects May Save Lives
- Getting Closer to the Origins of Prostate Cancer
- U.S. Health Costs Will Continue to Cause Financial Pain
- Study Shows 1% of Americans Have Been Infected With West Nile
- Brain Scans Could Help Spot Schizophrenia Earlier
- MRSA May Succumb to Honey
- Scientists Find Clue to Dangerous Side Effect of MS Drug
- Day Care May Not Shield Kids From Asthma, Allergies
September 08, 2009
- Motivation May Be at Root of ADHD
- Severe, Lasting Depression Tied to Heart Patient Deaths
- Antiviral Drugs Should Be Used Cautiously to Fight Flu, U.S. Says
- Colon Cancer Screenings Still Too Low: Study
- Colleges Move to Limit Swine Flu's Spread
- Virus May Drive Some Prostate Cancers
- Gum Disease May Increase Head and Neck Cancer Risk
- Cancer Drug May Fight Alzheimer's
- Yoga Can Ease Lower Back Pain
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 8, 2009
- Scientists Spot Clue to Cancer's Aggressiveness
- FDA to Require Faster Reporting of Food-Safety Problems
- Blood Test Narrows Down Need for Antibiotics
- Gene Linked to Liver Disease in Cystic Fibrosis
- Dopamine May Boost Odds of Transplant Success
- Long-Term Lead Exposure Linked to Heart Deaths
September 07, 2009
- Let Orthopedic Surgery Wait Until Morning When Possible
- Program Curbs Teen Substance Abuse, Delinquency
- Even Mild Infections Hasten Decline With Alzheimer's
- Single Parents May Do as Well as Two: Study
September 06, 2009
September 04, 2009
- Doctors' Efforts to Fight Childhood Obesity Not Working
- Swine Flu Vaccine Seems Safe: Experts
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 4, 2009
- Fruit Even Healthier Than Thought: Study
- U.S. Issues Swine Flu Guidelines for Day-Care Programs
- Non-Drinkers More Likely to Be Anxious, Depressed
- Moms-to-Be Need Facts on Pain Control
- Young Animals May Be Able to Erase Bad Memories
- Acupuncture May Help Relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Thin Thighs Might Be Harbinger of Heart Disease
- Depressed Teens Continue to Suffer
- Exercise May Help Maintain Weight Loss
- Waist-Hip Ratio Good Gauge of Obesity in Elderly, Study Shows
- Blueberry Drink Protects Mice From Obesity, Diabetes
September 03, 2009
- School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
- Giving Swine Flu Drug by IV Could Save Lives
- High School Sports Put Players at Risk for Severe Injuries
- Swine Flu Poses Risk to Kids With Neurological Conditions
- Take the Load Off Your Child's Back
- Service Dogs Help Traumatized Veterans Heal
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 3, 2009
- Family, Friends Influence Breast Cancer Decisions
- Scientists Turn Off 'Obesity Switch' in Mice
- Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
- Mistrust May Cause People to Put Off Treatment
- Discoveries Brighten Search for AIDS Vaccine
- Rewards Are Key to Cooperation
- Respirator Masks Best for Swine Flu Health Workers
- Fear of Job Loss May Be Worse Than Loss Itself
September 02, 2009
- New Technique Offers Hope for Kids With Immune Deficiency
- Keep Your Flu Shots Straight This Fall
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 2, 2009
- College Students Get More Drunk When Drinks Are Cheap
- Caffeine Without Healthy Diet Linked to Heart Risk
- Stroke May Be Striking at a Younger Age
- Combo Therapies to Lower Cholesterol Don't Work
- Lead Levels in Many Lipsticks Higher Than Reported
- Kids Need More Than Sports for Positive Growth
- Pancreatic Cancer Deaths Higher for Blacks
- Safety Should Be the Goal for Football Players
- New Compound Shrinks Skin Cancers
- Statins Before Vascular Surgery Cut Deaths, Complications
- Playing Tetris May Build Up Your Brain
- Pfizer to Pay Record Fine in Fraud Probe
- Scientists Make Sweet Monkey Music
- Weight-Loss Surgery Breaks Families' 'Obesity Cycle'
September 01, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 1, 2009
- Sometimes Angioplasty Can Wait
- Drivers Distracted When Near Schools
- New Therapy Spares Organ in Early Esophageal Cancer
- Adult Weight Gain Tied to Prostate Cancer Risk
- Blood Test May Spot Pancreatic Cancer Early
- Corticosteroids Treat Bell's Palsy
- Government Best Source for U.S. Hospital Data, Study Finds
- Swine Flu May Be Less Dangerous Than Predicted: Study
- Two Treatments Equally Effective for Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Driving After Binge Drinking More Common Than Believed
- Blood Thinner May Prevent Chemo-Related Clots
- Reflux Drugs OK With Blood Thinners
- Chemotherapy Linked to Sleep-Wake Cycle Disruptions
- Prostate Cancer Over-Diagnosed: Study
- Swine Flu on Campuses Boosts Call for Vaccinations
- Key Protein May Link Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Woes
August 31, 2009
- Genetic Clues May Lead to New Skin Cancer Therapies
- Drinkers May Exercise More Than Teetotalers
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 31, 2009
- Is Eye Exam on Your Back-to-School List?
- Home Birth With Midwife As Safe As Hospital Birth: Study
- New Robotic Arm Has Softer Surgical Touch
- New Anti-Clotting Drug Beats Plavix
- Harm Begins With a Few Cigarettes, a Little Smog
- Oldest Heart Patients May Get Most From Warfarin
- Mediterranean Diet May Be Best for Type 2 Diabetes
- Retail Medical Clinics Offer Quality Care: Study
- Researchers Make Insulin-Producing Cells From Adult Skin Cells
- JFK's Health Problems More Complex Than Thought
- Exposure to Tobacco Smoke Before Birth Affects DNA
August 30, 2009
August 29, 2009
August 28, 2009
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 28, 2009
- Whole Grains, Bran May Fight Hypertension in Men
- Ankle Circulation Could Warn of Future Strokes
- Meat, Dairy Won't Up Odds for Breast Cancer
- Study Details Swine Flu Transmission Rates
- Dementia More Likely With One Subtype of HIV
- Alcohol Ads on Cable TV Reach Young Audiences
- Brain May Use Its 'Mind's Eye' to Control Chaos
- Treating COPD Early Improves Outcomes
- Soluble Fiber, But Not Bran, Soothes Irritable Bowel
- Family Issues Translate Into Sick Days at Work
- Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic Ice Skater, Pushes Seasonal Flu Shots
- Colon Cancer Stopped in Its Tracks in Swiss Study
- Scans Shed New Light on Concussions
- Asparagus May Ease Hangover
August 27, 2009
- Gender Gap Exists for Giving, Too
- Benji, Marley or Bo: Three Genes Dictate Dog's Coat
- Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 27, 2009
- Cigarettes May Dull Taste Buds
- Milk Allergy Symptoms May Ease With Exposure
- Strong Thighs May Mean Less Knee Pain for Women
- Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits
- Fat-Fighting Chemical Holds Promise
- Another Report Finds Swine Flu Targeting the Young
- U.S. Childhood Vaccine Rates Good But Could Be Better: CDC
- Imaging Sheds Light on How Acupuncture Works
- Steady Improvements Seen for Young Blood Cancer Patients
- How Bad Feelings Can Harm Your Health
- Get Ready for Gruesome Cigarette Warnings
August 26, 2009
- Many Health-Care Workers May Shun Swine Flu Shot
- Sen. Edward M. Kennedy Dies at 77
- Blood Flow Mismatch Seen in Pancreatic Cancers
- 'Electronic Nose' Could Spot Kidney Disease
- Advice Helps Prevent Pain After Breast Cancer Surgery
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 26, 2009
- Newer, Better Tests for Heart Attacks
- Experimental Treatment Could Fight Muscular Dystrophy
- Gene 'Fix' in Egg Prevents Inherited Diseases in Monkeys
- Fertilizer Ban Makes a Difference
- For Bilingual Folks, Both Languages Always Present
- Wheat Consumption May Contribute to Diabetes
- Medical Scans a Significant Source of Radiation
- Women's Exercise Priorities Vary With Life Stages
August 25, 2009
- Smokers' Cars Loaded With Nicotine
- As Waistlines Widen, Brains Shrink
- Tamoxifen May Up Risk of Second, More Aggressive Breast Cancer
- HPV Vaccine Could Prevent Many Penile Cancers
- More Women Surviving After Early Breast Cancer
- Wider Waist Boosts Asthma Risk
- Preemie Birth Could Mean Weaker Bones as Adults
- Nick Jonas: Livin' the Dream Despite Diabetes
- Tobacco Use Kills 6 Million People Annually: Report
- Protein May Identify Deadlier Breast Cancer
- FDA Investigating Weight-Loss Drug Over Reports of Liver Damage
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 25, 2009
- End-of-Life Advice Not Always Welcome
- Adding a Stent May Help Resolve Brain Aneurysm
- International Travel Raises Risk of Typhoid
- Women More Prone to Die in Month After Heart Attack
- Hormone Therapy for Early Prostate Cancer Not Always Best
- Saliva May Help Spot Oral Cancer Early
August 24, 2009
- Not Everyone Wants to Be Vaccinated Against Pandemic Flu
- Abuse of ADHD Drugs on the Rise
- Marital Separation May Hurt Cancer Survival
- Smokers Twice As Likely to Get TB
- Car Seats Can Limit Kids' Oxygen Supplies
- Blood Mercury Levels Rising Among U.S. Women
- Glucose Challenge in Pregnancy Could Predict Heart Disease
- Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
- MRI Might Find Early Alzheimer's
- Testosterone Influences Women's Career Moves
- Chronic Media Multi-Tasking Makes It Harder to Focus
- Testosterone Therapy May Help Men With Heart Failure
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 24, 2009
- Hypertension Linked to Thinking Problems in Middle Age
August 23, 2009
August 22, 2009
August 21, 2009
- Web-Based Psychotherapy Can Work
- Depression's Effect on Pleasure Is Real
- Folic Acid Fortification Shouldn't Be Forced
- Single Kidney Transplant From Young, Deceased Donors Works Well
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 21, 2009
- Right Match of Drug, Doctor Can Boost Reflux Outcomes
- Dopamine Lets Bad Experiences Linger
- Medication Review May Help With Heart Failure
- High-Octane Caffeine May Trigger Headaches
- Gene Linked to Inherited Kidney Disease Found
- Pot Might Blunt Damage of Binge Drinking
- Swine Flu Vaccine Seems Safe in Early Trials
- Obesity Tied to Prostate Cancer Recurrence
- Good Trauma Program Boosts Patient Survival
August 20, 2009
- Lost Hikers, Backpackers Really Do Walk in Circles
- Scientists Spot How Sugar 'Feeds' Tumors
- Swine Flu Vaccine Delay Manageable, Experts Say
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 20, 2009
- Nostrils Compete to Relay Key Fragrance
- Without Reform, U.S. Health Costs Expected to Rise
- Swine Flu May Not Close College Classrooms: CDC
- New Way Found to Diagnose Endometriosis
- Better Pap Smear Follow-Up Needed Among Lower-Income Women
- School Kids, Parents Should Get Flu Vaccines First
- Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
- Heart Risks Rise With Smokeless Tobacco
- Wearable Kidney May One Day Replace Dialysis
- Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
August 19, 2009
- Avandia Raises Heart Failure Risk More Than Actos
- Medical Heroin Helps Treatment-Resistant Addicts
- Foreclosures Plunge People Into Depression
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 19, 2009
- Treatment May Limit Graft-Versus-Host Disease
- Patch 'Shots' May Someday Replace Injections
- Businesses Need Swine Flu Action Plan, U.S. Says
- Are Candles Making You Sick?
- A Smudge-Free Smart Phone Screen?
- Life Expectancy in U.S. Hits a New High
- Post-Tonsillectomy Codeine May Pose Dangers
- Stenting a Good Option for Left Main Heart Artery
- Newer Drug Beats Tamoxifen for Older Breast Cancer Patients
- Gene Mutation Improves Response to Lung Cancer Drug
- Herb Shows Potential for Rheumatoid Arthritis
August 18, 2009
- Abnormal Protein May Signal Pancreatic Cancer
- Sleep Apnea Raises Risk of Death, Especially for Men: Report
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 18, 2009
- Chemo Plus Palliative Care Reaps Benefits
- Estrogen Plays Surprise Role in Breast Cancer Treatment
- Hospitals Reduce Heart Attack Deaths
- New Target Eyed for Colon Cancer Drugs
- Antibiotics Being Prescribed Less for Respiratory Infections
- Induced Labor May Prevent Need for Cesarean Section
- 'Cruise Ship Virus' Vaccine Stems From Tobacco
- Ibuprofen Rated Best for Pain of Broken Arms
- Antioxidants Abound in Cereals, Popcorn, Whole-Grain Snacks
- Video Gamers Older Than You Think
- Cervical Cancer Vaccine Seems Safe
August 17, 2009
- Strep Throat May Have Led to Mozart's Death
- Special Stem Cells Build 'Biological Bypass'
- Antioxidants Pose No Melanoma Threat
- Sea Worm Inspires Novel Bone Glue
- Blood Pressure Drug Might Work Against MS
- Chewing Tobacco No Safer Than Smoking
- Synthetic Protein Thwarts HIV Infection in Lab
- Toxins May Form When Skin, Indoor Ozone Meet
- Worries May Worsen Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Pain Level May Predict Survival in Certain Cancer Patients
- Smoking Worsens Multiple Sclerosis
- Genetic Discovery May Improve Hepatitis C Treatment
- Survey Finds Binge Drinking Among Older People, Too
- For Short Kids, No Lack of Self-Esteem
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 17, 2009
August 16, 2009
August 15, 2009
August 14, 2009
- Gays, Bisexuals Seek More Psych Services
- Some Birth Control Pills Safer Than Others
- Restrictive Diet for Kids May Backfire
- Device May Offer Alternative to Warfarin for Arrhythmia
- Get Smart About Swine Flu for Back-to-School
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 14, 2009
- Wine May Shield Breast Cancer Patients From Radiation Side Effects
- Low Choline Level in Pregnancy Tied to Birth Defects
- Rich, Poor See Similar Declines in Old Age
- Sex Hormone Levels Linked to Fractures in Men
- Kids of Deployed Soldiers Vulnerable to Stress
- New Migraine Drug Shows Promise
- Backyard Raccoon 'Latrines' Harbor Hidden Dangers
August 13, 2009
- Exercise May Help in Leukemia Recovery
- It's Time for More Moms to Breast-Feed, U.S. Officials Say
- Good News for Elderly: Happiness Keeps Growing
- Cancer Deaths Declining, Especially Among Young
- MRI May Not Improve Breast Cancer Outcome
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 13, 2009
- Kidney Donor's Sex Could Affect Women's Outcomes
- Compound Targets, Destroys Cancer Stem Cells in Mice
- Ventilation After Breathing Tube Removal May Alter Outcomes
- Boozing Blunts Ability to Read Faces
- Injections May Benefit Oxygen-Deprived Newborns
- Treat Mind, Body in RA Patients: Study
- They Snooze Less, But They Don't Lose
- Facial Expressions Not Universally Understood
August 12, 2009
- Suicide Risk With Antidepressants Falls With Age
- Weight Lifting Can Ease Arm Swelling in Breast Cancer Survivors
- Stressed Out College Students Losing Sleep
- Folk Medicine Therapy May Prevent Alcoholic Relapse
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 12, 2009
- U.S. Women Delaying Motherhood, Report Shows
- New Antibiotics May Target Cancer-Causing Proteins
- Scientists Reverse Multiple Sclerosis in Mice
- Surgery for Neck Pain May Also Relieve Headaches
- When It Comes to Casual Sex, Men Aren't So Picky
- Experts Urge Cognitive Testing of Kids With Epilepsy
- FDA Details Access to 'Investigational' Drugs
- Gene Therapy Offers Hope Against Inherited Blindness
- Stray Breast Cancer Cells Yield to Post-Op Chemo
- Female Supervisors More Likely to Be Sexually Harassed
August 11, 2009
- Genome Sequencing Gets More Affordable
- For Macho Men, Doctor Visits Are Less Likely
- New Genetic Link Suspected for Muscular Dystrophy
- Oral Drug Ups Survival in Advanced Prostate Cancer Cases
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 11, 2009
- Limb-Sparing Surgery May Offer Little Benefit to Cancer Patients
- Swine Flu May Not Be Any Deadlier This Fall: Experts
- New Bone-Building Drug Promising Against Prostate Cancer
- How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
- Many Parents, Caregivers Lack Basic Child-Safety Information
- Aspirin May Stem Deaths From Colorectal Cancer
- Delivery-Related Infant Deaths Decline in Scotland
- Mediterranean Diet Plus Exercise Lowers Alzheimer's Risk
- Stem Cell Advance May Further Disease Research
August 10, 2009
- Radiation for Brain Tumors May Affect Cognition
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 10, 2009
- Kids With High IQs Live Longer
- Young Moms Follow Their Mother's Parenting Style
- Study Ties Mini-Strokes to Memory Loss
- Staph Infection May Follow People Home From Hospital
- Optimism Good for Heart and Longevity
- Breast-Feeding May Lower Breast Cancer Risk
- More Evidence Healthy Living Brings Long Life
- Seizures, Not Epilepsy Itself, May Raise Birth Risks
- Dogs and 2-Year-Olds on Same Mental Plane
- Fertility Can Be Preserved in Ovarian Cancer Patients
- Sharing Prescription Meds Common Among U.S. Teens
- 9/11 Responders May Be At Raised Myeloma Risk
- Blows to the Chest Up Death Risk for Lacrosse Players
August 09, 2009
August 07, 2009
- Expanding Health Coverage May Not Improve Access
- Slide Into Debt Could Bring Wider Waistline
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 7, 2009
- Many Opt for Surgery to Lower Breast, Ovarian Cancer Risk
- Beetroot Juice May Boost Stamina
- Steroid Can Ease Severe Sore Throat
- Cholesterol Screening Shouldn't Rely on Kids' Weight
- When Kids Are Hospitalized, Parents Fret About Errors
- U.S. Stem Cell Research Seems to Focus on Two Lines
- Immunoglobulin Can Predict Some Diabetic Complications
- Cell Conversion Shows Promise for Diabetes Treatment
- Drinking Moderately or More Ups Men's Cancer Risk
- School Closures May Not Be Necessary When Swine Flu Strikes
August 06, 2009
- U.S. Spending on Mental Health Care Soaring
- Living in U.S. May Raise Hispanics' Cancer Risk
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 6, 2009
- Cold, Flu or Pneumonia? Answer May Lie in Blood Test
- Sperm Cell Insights May Aid Stem Cell Research
- Rooks Show Intelligence in Catching the Worm
- Men With Angina Do Worse Than Women
- Stroke Doubles Risk of Hip, Thigh Fractures
- Combo Treatment May Ease Depression After Stroke
- Many Texas Docs Not Pushing HPV Vaccine for Girls
- Sunlight May Cause Rash in Autoimmune Disease
- TNF Blockers May Help Some With Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rapid Swine Flu Test Misses Many Infections
August 05, 2009
- Scientists Learn How Cancer Drugs Cause Hypertension
- Autism May Hinder Ability to Read Body Language
- Scientists Decode HIV Genome
- Genome of Leukemia Patient Reveals Common Mutations
- Surgery, 'Sham' Equal in Treating Compression Fracture Pain
- Sex Hormone Protein May Predict Type 2 Diabetes
- Less Aggressive Care for More Severe Heart Disease
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 5, 2009
- Certain Arthritis, Crohn's Drugs May Raise Kids' Cancer Risk: FDA
- Not-For-Profit Nursing Homes Fare Better in Studies
- DEET in Bug Spray Tied to Neural Damage in Mice
- Fish Oils May Prevent and Treat Heart Disease
- Gut Hormone Could be Key to Blood Sugar
- Social Stress Sends Body Fat to the Stomach
August 04, 2009
- Induced Labor May Improve Outcome in Risky Pregnancies
- Periodic Dieting May Cut Breast Cancer Risk
- Medicines Top Source of Kids' Poisonings
- Midlife Heart Risk Factors Linked to Later Dementia
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 4, 2009
- For Many, 9/11-Linked Trauma Emerged Years Later
- Special Eye Drops May Reverse Glaucoma Damage
- Scientists Find Way to Stop Epilepsy in Mice
- Screening May Not Lessen Domestic Violence
- Young Vets With PTSD More Prone to Heart Risk Factors
- Elder Abuse, Neglect Make Early Death Far More Likely
- Key Factors Define 'Prolonged Grief'
August 03, 2009
- Scientists ID First Human With Gorilla Strain of HIV
- Metformin May Lower Diabetics' Odds for Pancreatic Cancer
- Blood Type May Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk
- Gym Class Injuries Up 150 Percent
- Surgical Masks Help Ward Off Flu, Maybe
- Young Kids' Screen Time May Raise Blood Pressure
- Antidepressant Use in U.S. Has Almost Doubled
- One in 10 High School Seniors Have Used Narcotic Painkillers
- Scientists Bioengineer New Teeth in Mice
- Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 3, 2009
July 31, 2009
- Immune Systems of AIDS Patients More Prone to HPV Cancers
- ER Visits Mostly by Medicare, Medicaid Recipients
- Clinical Trials Update: July 31, 2009
- Psych Drugs Gaining Widespread Acceptance
- Even 9-Year-Olds Can Learn CPR
- More Kids Becoming Severely Obese
- After Neuroblastoma, Chronic Problems Often Await
- Plastic Surgery Technique Might Ease Migraines
July 30, 2009
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