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Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 2, 2010
East Coast Residents Should Prepare for Hurricane Earl: FEMA
Experimental TB Test Called Fast and Accurate
Health Care Reform Helps Small Businesses Offer Coverage: Report
Health Highlights: Sept. 2, 2010
Health Tip: Get Ready for Baby's Bath
Health Tip: If You Have Cirrhosis
Long-Term Use of Bone Drugs May Be Linked to Esophageal Cancer
Many Americans Don't Even Know They're Fat
Most Study Volunteers Seem Willing to Share Genetic Data
Prescription Drug Use Rising in U.S., CDC Reports
Proximity Affects Influence of Online 'Health Buddies'
Response Team Reduces Rate of Cardiac Arrests: Hospital
Seniors Get Boost From Bad News About the Young
Smoking Seems to Backfire on Teens Hoping for a Lift
Study Identifies Risks for Painkiller Addiction
Vets With Stress Disorder More Likely to Develop Dementia
Case Study Reveals 'Percussionist Wrist' Injury
Clinical Trials Update: Sept. 1, 2010
Diabetes Drug Metformin Linked to Lower Lung Cancer Rate in Mice
Diet Pill Meridia Ups Heart Attack Risk: Study
Double-Dose Plavix Benefits Certain Patients, Study Finds
Elective Surgery Patients Often Report Poor Recovery
Even After Leaving Abuser, Moms' Mental Health Declines
Health Highlights: Sept. 1, 2010
Health Tip: Don't Drive After Drinking
Health Tip: When Something's Stuck in Your Eye
Immune System Research Sees Many Similarities Among People
Kids' Head Injury Rates Increasing
Lower Blood Pressure May Help Sicker Kidney Patients
Lung Damage From Secondhand Smoke Observed in Rats
Mental 'Exercise' May Only Hide Signs of Alzheimer's
Overactive Blood Platelets May Play Role in Lupus
Sleep-Deprived Teens Eat More Fat, Study Finds
Teen Substance Use Seems to Differ by Race
To Not Sleep, Perchance to Shorten Your Life
Active Lifestyle May Help Counter Obesity Genes
Babies Born Late May Face Small Cerebral Palsy Risk
Can Fruits, Veggies Help Ward Off Lung Cancer?
Casual Sex Can Lead to Long-Term Relationships: Study
Certain Exercises Benefit Arthritic Dogs
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 31, 2010
'DASH Diet' Shown to Lower Heart Attack Risk Almost 20%
Dementia Patients, Caregivers May Benefit From Home-Based Program
East Coast Should Prepare for Hurricane Earl: FEMA
Health Highlights: Aug. 31, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That People With Dementia Shouldn't Drive
Health Tip: Spot Symptoms of Ringworm
In Triathletes, Heart Adapts for Efficiency, Scans Show
Personal Music Players Damage Hearing Over Time
Preventive Surgeries May Be Lifesaver for Women at High Cancer Risk
Review Finds No Statin-Cancer Link
U.S. Pediatricians Decry Media's Portrayal of Sex
Almost 1 in 3 First-Time Deliveries Now Via C-Section
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 30, 2010
Clues to Heart Attack, Stroke Risk From Fat-Filled Artery
Concussion Rates Soar Among Younger Kids
Dog Gene Offers Clues to Rare Human Brain Disease
FDA Finds Rodents, Manure Piles at Farms in Egg Recall
Friends Don't Let Friends Have Risky Sex After Drinking
Genetic Studies Find Clues to 'Lou Gehrig's Disease' Risk
Health Highlights: Aug. 30, 2010
Health Tip: Keep Baby Safe Around Stairs
Health Tip: Snug Shoes Can Damage Feet
Moderate Drinking May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer's Return
Multiple Sclerosis Changes With the Seasons
Pediatric Group Issues New Flu Shot Guidelines
Smoked Marijuana May Ease Chronic Nerve Pain
Stent Implantation Linked to Blood Clot Risk in Black Patients
Study Reveals New Clue to Sign Language
Low-Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don't Protect Heart Patients
New Migraine Gene Discovered
Potential Cause of Asthma-Like Symptoms Spotted in Mice
New College Students Urged to Confront Their Social Anxiety
Oxytocin Increases Trust, Not Gullibility
Alcoholics Overestimate Their Ability to Recall Things: Study
Breast-Feeding May Lower Women's Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 27, 2010
Food Better Than Supplements for Cancer Prevention: Expert
Health Highlights: Aug. 27, 2010
Health Tip: Treating Rotavirus at Home
Health Tip: Understanding PCOS
HIV Virus May Hide in Brain
Kids + Sports = Risk for Concussion
Older Diabetes Patients Still Sexually Active, Study Finds
Prescription Painkillers Could Be New 'Gateway' Drugs
Quality of Care After Joint Surgery May Affect Heart Health
Some Fake ADHD to Get Meds, Special Treatment
When It Comes to the Head, No Hit Is Normal
Youth Smoking Rates Now Stalled
Bird Flu Detection Takes a Novel Turn
Black Rice May Be Cheap Source of Antioxidants
CDC Revises Death Estimates From Flu
Chicken Feed May Be Source of Salmonella in Egg Recall: FDA
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 26, 2010
Doctors' Religious Beliefs Can Color Their Care of Terminally Ill
Does Hope Have a Dark Side?
Health Highlights: Aug. 26, 2010
Health Tip: Training a Toddler to Use the Toilet
Health Tip: When Hip Pain Signals Bursitis
Long-Term Exercise Can Reduce Vets' Muscle Pain
Preexisting Health Issues Add to Problems for Disaster Survivors
Quality of Pain Counts as Much as Intensity, Researchers Say
Record Heat Requires Exercise Precautions
Widely Used Plastics Chemical Linked to Testosterone Boost
Antibiotics Now Recommended Before C-Sections
Are The Eggs in Your Fridge Safe to Eat?
Biosynthetic Corneas Show Promise in Transplants
Chronic Drinking Linked to Circadian Disruptions
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 25, 2010
Even Before Recession, 14 Million Kids 'Underinsured': Study
Health Care Gap May Raise Rates of Colorectal Cancer Death in Blacks
Health Highlights: Aug. 25, 2010
Health Tip: Did You Eat Bad Food?
Health Tip: Recognizing COPD
In Early Trial, Targeted Therapy Fights Advanced Melanoma
In Some Patients, Hypertension Meds Raise Blood Pressure
Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease Strengthened
Link Between Premature Birth and Diet Sodas Suggested
Obama to Appeal Stem Cell Ruling
Short-Term Overeating Could Make Long-Term Weight Loss Tougher
Stress Seems to Play Role in Premenstrual Symptom Severity
Study Links Gene to Serious Eye Disease
U.S. Child Abuse Cases Falling, Despite Recession
A Little Drinking Cuts Death Risk for Older Adults
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 24, 2010
Cognitive Therapy Helps Adults With ADHD
Health Highlights: Aug. 24, 2010
Health Tip: Diabetics Should Eat on Schedule
Health Tip: Is Knee Replacement Safe?
Heart Risks the Same With 2 Diabetes Drugs: Study
Herpes Drugs Won't Raise Birth Defect Risk, Study Finds
Migraine With Aura Linked to Small Rise in Heart, Stroke Risks
Nicotine Can Fuel Breast Cancer, Study Suggests
Pump Placed in Aorta Doesn't Improve Angioplasty Outcomes: Study
Scientists Dismayed by Stem Cell Research Ruling
Slowed Reflexes in Aging Could Be Due to Brain Changes
Study Suggests Link Between Diet Sodas, Preterm Delivery
Survival Rates Better for Certain Heart Transplant Patients
Vitamin D May Influence Genes for Cancer, Autoimmune Disease
2002 Oil Spill May Shed Light on Health Problems for Deepwater Workers
Alcohol May Raise Risk for Certain Breast Cancers
Bottled Teas May Not Deliver on Antioxidants
Child Sledding Injuries Number 20,000 a Year
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 23, 2010
Could Drinking Water Before Meals Help You Lose Weight?
FDA Chief Says More Egg Recalls Possible
Health Highlights: Aug. 23, 2010
Health Tip: Help Prevent Bloating
Health Tip: When Alcohol Affects Your Life
Hepatitis E Vaccine Appears Safe, Effective
Initial Savings May Hide True Cost of Prostate Cancer Care
More Evidence Virus Plays Role in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Prior Fractures Could Raise Older Women's Odds for Osteoporosis
Rectal Cancer Rates on the Rise in Younger Adults
Scientists Create Fertile Ground for Growing Stem Cells
Inner Workings of Gene Tied to Breast, Ovarian Cancer Revealed
Sneezing Again? Avoid Ragweed
2nd Egg Recall Linked to Salmonella Under Way
Parenting 101: How to Let Go as Your Child Heads Off to College
2nd Egg Recall Linked to Salmonella Under Way
Adding Fish Oil to Low-Fat/High-Carb Diet May Improve Cholesterol
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 20, 2010
Cyberbullying, 'Sexting' Major Problems for Schoolkids
Financial Incentives May Speed Radiology Test Results
Green, Leafy Vegetables Linked to Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Health Highlights: Aug. 20, 2010
Health Tip: Talking to a Loved One About Anorexia
Health Tip: When Baby Throws a Tantrum
How Sun Time as a Kid Led to Eye Surgery
In Seniors, 'Fear of Falling' Risky in Itself
Judging When Alcohol's Effects Wear Off Not Easy, Study Finds
Sham Acupuncture for Knee Arthritis as Effective as the Real Therapy
Study Finds Even a Little Cigarette Smoke Harms Airway
Sunglasses Rival Lotions as Vital for Safety
Virtual Colonoscopy Can Spot Cancers Outside Colon
Binge Drinking, Hypertension a Deadly Combo
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 19, 2010
Drug Appears to Prolong Survival in Stomach Cancer Patients
Health Highlights: Aug. 19, 2010
Health Tip: Make Time for Healthy Meals
Health Tip: Take Steps Against Colon Polyps
High School Football Players Prone to Heat-Linked Illness
HIV in Blood Different Than in Semen, Scientists Say
Jobless and Stressed but Holding Out Hope
Kidneys From Dead Patients as Durable as Ones From Those Deemed Brain-Dead
Kids Seem More Likely to Reject Those Whose Eyes Cross
More U.S. Teens Get Recommended Vaccines
Nationwide Recall of Eggs Linked to Salmonella Expanded
Out of Work May Mean Out of Sorts
Prenatal Pesticide Exposure May Raise Risk of Attention Issues in Kids
Teen Survey Finds Gangs, Drugs Common in U.S. Schools
Testing of Brothers May Boost Family's Prostate Cancer Rates
'The Pill' Works for Women of all Weights
Bad Habits Tied to Recurrent Headaches in Teens
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 18, 2010
FDA Mulling Ban on Menthol Cigarettes
Health Highlights: Aug. 18, 2010
Health Tip: Warning Signs That You Have Strep Throat
Health Tip: Who Is at Greater Risk for Osteoporosis?
Heart Failure Hospitalizations Lowest in Mountain States
Long-Term Type 1 Diabetes 'Survivors' Give Clues to the Disease
Many With Chronic Pain Get Inadequate Relief, Study Finds
Nationwide Egg Recall Underway
Novel Ovarian Cancer Test Shows Promise
Osteoarthritis Risk May Be Higher If Knees Point Outward
Palliative Care May Boost Mood, Survival
Red Meat's Effect on Women's Heart Risk Studied
Reminders Spur Hospital Staff to Remove Patient Catheters
Stressful Social Situations May Be Physically Harmful in Some
Tai Chi May Help Ease Fibromyalgia
Trial Therapy Improves Melanoma Survival
1 in 5 U.S. Teens Has Developed Hearing Loss
Antibiotic Sponges Don't Benefit Heart Surgery Patients: Study
Beer Linked to Psoriasis in Women
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 17, 2010
Cosmetic Surgery Not a Help for Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Deaths From Heart Attack Rise With Delays in Care
Early Care Urged for Patients With Trouble Swallowing
Health Highlights: Aug. 17, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Hives
Health Tip: Why Gums Swell
Less Invasive Biopsies Gain Favor
Many Depressed People Have Mild, Brief Episodes of Mania
Positive Brain Changes Seen After Body-Mind Meditation
Poultry Litter Leaches Arsenic Into Streams, Rivers: Scientists
Surgery Can Be Safe in Nations With Scarce Resources: Report
When Doctors Admit Mistakes, Fewer Malpractice Suits Result, Study Says
Anxiety Disorders May Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
Being an Only Child Won't Harm Social Skills: Study
Bone May Have a Role in Blood Sugar Control
Breast Cancer Therapy Hard to Complete for Some
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 16, 2010
Ella Emergency Contraceptive Approved
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
Fido's Family Status May Depend on Where You Live
Gulf Oil Spill Still a Health Threat to Many, Researchers Report
Health Highlights: Aug. 16, 2010
Health Tip: Drive Slowly on Wet Roads
Health Tip: Wear a Backpack Properly
Home Care After Hip Surgery May Aid Survival, Study Says
Hostile, Competitive Types May Be Harming Their Hearts
Infidelity Rises When She Makes More Than He Does
Inhaling Ultra-Fine Particles May Raise Firefighters' Heart Risks
Living Longer Linked to Gene Variations
Podcast: Anxiety Disorders May Increase Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
Podcast: Bone May Have a Role in Blood Sugar Control
Podcast: Breast Cancer Therapy Hard to Complete for Some
Podcast: Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
Podcast: Living Longer Linked to Gene Variations
Podcast: Preterm Birth Risks Seldom Discussed
Podcast: Teens with Eating Disorders Complex to Treat
Preterm Birth Risks Seldom Discussed
Red Meat May Boost Women's Heart Disease Risk
Redheads at Higher Risk for Common Skin Cancer's Return
Small Amounts of Dark Chocolate May Guard Against Heart Failure
Some Minority Groups Hit Hard by Childhood Obesity
Students Warned to Beware of 'Laptop-itis'
Teens with Eating Disorders Complex to Treat
Web Connection Raises Chances of Romance
Weight-Loss Surgery May Cut Type 2 Diabetes Medication Use
How Teen Sex Affects Education
Proper Training for Marathon Run Takes Time, Experts Say
Tough Childhoods May Contribute to Adult Heart Disease
Walking to School Could Ease Classroom Stress
A Good Doctor's Visit Starts With a Little Homework
Anger Focuses Attention on Rewards, Not Threats: Study
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 13, 2010
Culture a Big Influence on Suicidal Behavior: Expert
Deep Brain Stimulation Studied for Alzheimer's
Experts Predict 'Normal' H1N1 Flu Season This Year
FDA Approves Emergency Contraceptive
Fewer Alcohol Ads in Kids' Magazines, Study Finds
Generics As Good As Costly Blood Pressure Meds, Study Finds
Got a Question? Health-Care Advice Lines Have Answers
Health Highlights: Aug. 13, 2010
Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Pertussis?
Health Tip: Signs that You May Have Celiac Disease
Human Meds Are Pets' Biggest Poisoning Danger
Length of Research Volunteer Consent Forms May Not Matter
No Evidence Estrogen Causes Lung Cancer Post-Hysterectomy
Tylenol Use Linked to Asthma, Other Allergies in Teens
'Baby Talk' May Play Key Role in Language Acquisition
Bond With Dad May Play Role in Whether Men 'Stress Out'
Burning Candle at Both Ends Harmful?
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 12, 2010
Docs Shying Away From Drug That May Prevent Prostate Cancer
Health Highlights: Aug. 12, 2010
Health Tip: Controlling Urinary Incontinence
Health Tip: Help Prevent Liver Spots
Lax Hand Washing Helps Drive Many Foodborne Illnesses
Many Patients Say 'No' to Chocolate As Medicine
Monitoring of Kidney Health Urged for Injection Drug Users
One Troubled Adult Child a Drag on Parents' Mental Health
Spanking Remains Common, Studies Show
Stress Might Interfere With Conception
Women Experience More Chronic Pain Than Men, Research Finds
Brain Research May Help Predict Anxiety, Depression in Young
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 11, 2010
Discovery Moves Use of Stone Tools Back 800,000 Years
Dogs' Features Set By a Handful of Genetic Regions: Study
Health Highlights: Aug. 11, 2010
Health Tip: Dealing With Lactose Intolerance
Health Tip: Eyestrain May Cause Headaches
Less May Be More When Treating Early Hodgkin's
Menstrual Cramps May Alter Women's Brains
Repeated Ear Infections Seem to Plague White Kids, Poor Kids
Some Monkeys Naturally Resist AIDS, Research Shows
Spare Tire Increases Heart Disease Risk
Stem Cell Treatment May Offer Hope Against Fatal Skin Disorder
Stomach Reduction Surgery Via Mouth a U.S. First
Stomach Ulcers Sending Fewer Americans to the Hospital
Travel for Surgery May Help Spread New Superbug
Underage Drinkers Rushed to ER Mostly Male
Video Game Technology Embraced by Med Students: Survey
Cholesterol Levels Fluctuate With Menstrual Cycle
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 10, 2010
Colder Weather Boosts Heart Attack Risk
Competing For a Mate May Shorten Men's Lives, Study Suggests
Eye Disease Affects Nearly One in Three Diabetics
Gardening, Cooking Parties Double Kids' Veggie Consumption
Health Highlights: Aug. 10, 2010
Health Tip: Eat Lots of Fiber
Health Tip: Let a Stress Fracture Heal
Hospital-Acquired MRSA Infections On the Decline, CDC Says
Many Parents Fret Over Time Kids Spend on Phones, Computers
More Medicaid Patients Using ERs, Study Finds
More Seniors Getting Antibiotics With Improved Medicare Drug Coverage
No Significant Esophageal Cancer Risk From Osteoporosis Drug: Study
Study Offers Support for Surgery After Compression Fracture
Transplant Patients Can Benefit From Loved Ones' Care
Weight a Factor in Breast Cancer Risk After HRT Use
Adding Third Drug May Improve Hepatitis C Treatment
'Biomarkers' Could Spot Alzheimer's Disease Early, Studies Suggest
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 9, 2010
Food Labels Lead to Healthy Food Choices
Health Highlights: Aug. 9, 2010
Health Tip: Get the Nutrients You Need
Health Tip: Teach Kids to Swim
Just a Little Belly Fat Can Damage Blood Vessels
Many Girls Now Begin Puberty at Age 7, 8
Many Stroke Patients Stop Taking Meds, Study Shows
Menstrual Cycle May Affect Reaction to Breathing Tube
Relieving Eye Pressure May Slow Glaucoma
Scientists Unravel Secrets of Sound Sleep
Specific Type of Blood Clot Filter Linked to Complications
War Damages Future Work Prospects of Many U.S. Vets: Data
Wider Waist May Raise Death Risk Later in Life
For College Freshmen, Leaving Home May Bring Mixed Emotions
Fractures a Costly Cause of High School Sports Injury
Back-to-School Tips on Backpack Safety
Early Steps Can Protect Your Knees, Prevent Later Problems
Breast Abscesses Linked to Smoking, Nipple Piercings
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 6, 2010
Could Lifestyle Changes Cut Dementia Rates?
Depression Linked to Slow Healing of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Ethicists Charge Doctor With Trying to Prevent Homosexuality in the Womb
Farmer's Markets Reflect Go-Local Boom
Foot Doctors Can Help Diabetics Avoid Amputation: Study
Health Highlights: Aug. 6, 2010
Health Tip: Things That Raise Your Risk of Thrush
Health Tip: Understanding Torticollis
How Parents Come to Accept Down Syndrome Diagnosis
'Locally Grown' May Mean Healthier, But Not Always
Narcissistic Men Typically Direct Their Rage at Straight Women
Rotavirus Vaccine Trials Show Positive Results in Africa, Asia
Statins, Painkillers May Upset PSA Test Results
Surgeons' Group Weighs In on Football Injury Prevention
Bat Species Facing Regional Extinction From Fungal Disease
'Body Checking' Not to Blame for Most Ice Hockey Injuries: Study
Can Hands-On Prayer Help Heal?
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 5, 2010
Excess Weight May Protect Women From Type of Glaucoma
Extra Vitamin D May Improve Heart Health in Black Teens
Health Highlights: Aug. 5, 2010
Health Tip: What May Trigger Angina Pain?
Health Tip: When It's Time for a Tonsillectomy
More Clues To Fibromyalgia Pain
Pre-Dialysis Procedure Often Delayed in Poorer Communities
Remission From Ulcerative Colitis More Likely After 50
Tongue Piercing Can Cause Costly Gap in Front Teeth
Type 2 Diabetes Might Harm Young Brain, Study Suggests
Using Multiple Tobacco Products Ups Hazards: CDC
What Caused 2009 H1N1 Pandemic?
Women Can Safely Get Pregnant Right After Miscarriage, Study Shows
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 4, 2010
Device May Help Spot Hidden Graves Without Digging
Epilepsy Drugs Don't Raise Suicide Risk, Study Shows
Genome Studies Point to Cholesterol-Regulating Genes
Health Highlights: Aug. 4, 2010
Health Tip: What May Cause Cluster Headaches
Health Tip: Where to Clean Your Newborn
More Weight Gain in Pregnancy May Mean Heavier Baby: Study
New Drug Studied for Hard-to-Treat Vascular Condition
Poll Shows Rise in 'Cyberchondriacs'
Poorest People at Highest Heart Disease Risk: U.S. Data
Recession Causing Cancer Patients to Quit Life-Extending Drugs
Spread of Whooping Cough Raises Concern
Students With Humanities Background Do Equally Well in Med School
Substance Abuse Rates Low in Hispanic Americans: U.S. Report
Teen Depression Linked to High Internet Use
Certified Nurse Anesthetists Can Safely Go Solo, Study Suggests
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 3, 2010
Dorm With Cafeteria May Boost College Weight Gain
Foreign-Trained Doctors As Good As U.S.-Trained Counterparts
Foster Kids Gain From Mentoring, Relationship Skills
Health Highlights: Aug. 3, 2010
Health Tip: Confined to Bed While Pregnant
Health Tip: Screening Early for Colorectal Cancer
Lack of Food Puts Kids at Risk for Asthma, Other Chronic Ills
Number of Obese Adults Keeps Rising, CDC Says
One Therapy Session in ER Can Cut Teen Violence
Patient's Pulmonary Valve May Substitute for Donor Aortic Valve
Patients With Hepatitis B May Face Greater Risk of Blood Cancer
Signs of Autism May Show in Early Infancy
Vitamin B May Not Guard Against Second Stroke, Heart Attack
Weight Gain Eroding Americans' Quality of Life
Women More Attracted When Men Wear Red: Study
Addictive Internet Use Tied to Depression in Teens
Background Music May Play Havoc With Study Habits
Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 2, 2010
Expectation May Affect Placebo Response in Parkinson's Patients
Eye Disorder Screening May Get Boost From New Study Findings
Hand Gestures Seem to Give Politicians' True Feelings Away
Health Highlights: Aug. 2, 2010
Health Tip: Skateboard Safely
Health Tip: What May Trigger Neck Pain
Heart Health Can Help Predict Brain Health: Study
Household Spray Cleaners Pose Greatest Danger to Toddlers
Ketamine Eased Depression in Treatment-Resistant Bipolar Disorder
Low Carb-, Low-Fat Diets Tied for Long-Term Weight Loss
Meat Compounds May Boost Bladder Cancer Risk
Review Suggests Bias in Drug Study Reporting
Vaccine Shows Some Promise Against Advanced Cancers
Vision Abnormality Seen in Close Relatives of Autism Patients
Western Diet Populates Kids' Stomachs With Bad Bacteria
As People Live Longer, More Will Develop Cataracts
Wakefulness Not to Blame for Higher SIDS Deaths in Boys
Athletes Need to Protect Against Heat Stroke: Expert
Seasonal Changes Can Put Teens' Sleep/Wake Cycles Off Track
Clean Water May Still Pose Health Risk for Swimmers
Clinical Trials Update: July 30, 2010
Doing Prescribed Exercises May Help Relieve Arthritis Pain
Experimental Diet Pill May Bring 'Modest' Weight Loss
Flu Vaccine for Upcoming Season Approved
Genetic Tests Marketed to Consumers Can Be Dangerously Misleading
H1N1 Protection in Coming Season's Flu Vaccines: FDA
Health Highlights: July 30, 2010
Health Tip: Does Your Child Have a Behavior Disorder?
Health Tip: Signs You May Have Sleep Apnea
Many Horse Lovers Saddle Up Unsafely
Many Leaders Actually Want to Help Others: Study
Mom's Weight Before Pregnancy May Affect Weight of Child
More Women to Get Health Insurance Under Affordable Care Act
Research Illuminates How the Human Neck Developed
Sciatica Relief May Depend on How Steroid Shots Are Delivered
Too Soon to Tell Whether Dengue Fever Will Spread in U.S.
When Others Drink, Your Genes May Lead You to Join Them
Why Cancer Screening Campaigns Can Backfire
Americans Still Confused About Health Reform
Black Teens May Need Higher Vitamin D Supplementation
Breast Cancer's DNA Yields More Secrets
Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
Clinical Trials Update: July 29, 2010
Cuvposa Approved for Chronic Drooling in Children
Doctors, Patients Rarely on Same Page
Experts Support FDA Panel's Backing of New Blood Thinner
Health Highlights: July 29, 2010
Health Tip: Dealing With Separation Anxiety
Health Tip: Is Your Blood Sugar High?
Increased Risk of Violence Among Unsupervised Teen Groups
Kids Adopted By Same-Sex Couples 'Thriving': Researcher
Knee, Hip Replacements May Aid Weight Loss: Study
Menopause Treatment Could Harm Kids, Pets, FDA Warns
New Data Supports Link Between Diabetes Drugs, Fractures
Story-Telling More Difficult for Brain-Injured Children: Study
Anesthesia's Role in Hip, Knee Replacement Infections Studied
Clinical Trials Update: July 28, 2010
Could Drinking Help Thwart Rheumatoid Arthritis?
FDA Cites Its Food Safety Web Site
For Some Female Birds, Infidelity Boosts Offspring's Survival
Health Highlights: July 28, 2010
Health Tip: Prepare for a Road Trip
Health Tip: Soothing Itchy Skin
Higher Education Level May Help Brain Cope With Dementia
Implantable Sensor Measures Blood Sugar Levels
In Young Girls, Obesity Linked to Early Puberty, Analysis Reveals
Level of Parent-Child Conflict Seems to Differ Among Nations
New Drugs Eyed for Huntington's Disease
Scientists Use Stem Cells to Help Rabbits Grow New Joints
Sleep Disorder May Help Predict Parkinson's Decades Earlier
Teens With ADHD Often Have Trouble Completing High School
Using Internet May Help to Maintain Weight Loss
Vaccine Boosts Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer: Study
Alaskan Sled Dog Has Own Genetic 'Signature'
Brain Structure Changes Found in Irritable Bowel Patients
Clinical Trials Update: July 27, 2010
Close Ties With Others Might Lengthen Life, Review Finds
Delirious Hospital Patients a High-Risk Group, Study Finds
Delivering Babies Even a Few Weeks Early Ups Respiratory Risks
Does a Foreign Accent Hurt Credibility?
Genetic Risk Score Can Predict Odds For Breast Cancer
Health Highlights: July 27, 2010
Health Tip: Caring for Your Skin
Health Tip: Taking a Plane Trip With Baby
In Conversation, People's Brains Can Mirror Each Other
Mom's Affection Helps Babies Grow Into Less Stressed Adults
Rush Victims of Deadliest Heart Attacks to Specialty Centers: Study
Technology May Explain Mammogram's Poorer Performance in Younger Women
To Help Keep Weight Off, Turn to the Web
Americans Seem More Prone to Depression Than Russians
Childhood Cancer May Be Linked to Later Heart Problems
Combination Drug Approved for High Blood Pressure
Health Highlights: July 26, 2010
Health Tip: Help Manage Unwanted Hair
Health Tip: Learn to Relax
Link Between Depression, Cholesterol May Differ by Gender
Longer Time Frame for Clot-Busting Drug May Help Beat Stroke
More Than 70,000 Kids Injured By Medical Devices Each Year
Most Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Treated Aggressively, Study Shows
Sniffing Device Allows Disabled to Write, Run Wheelchairs
Stroke Prevention Treatment Varies Widely Across U.S.
Study Explores Links Between Obesity and Chronic Pain
Sunscreen Concerns Unfounded, Experts Say
Want a Certain Doctor in the ER?
Witness Testimony May Be Affected By Negative Feelings
As Temperature Rises, So Does Seniors' Risk of Hyperthermia
Playgrounds More Fun When Safety Rules Come Into Play
Each Summer, Falls Top the List of Ways Kids Get Hurt
Health Highlights: July 24, 2010
Relationship Insecurity May Undermine Your Health
Americans With Disabilities Act Reaches 20th Anniversary
As Weight Goes Up, So Do Heart Risks
Avoid Mosquito Bites to Prevent Dengue Fever in Florida: Expert
Clinical Trials Update: July 23, 2010
Colleges Not Doing Enough to Combat Student Drinking: Report
Docs May Be Slow to Diagnose Arthritis of Back, Study Suggests
FDA Panels Reject Plan to Curb Opioid Painkiller Abuse
Generic Lovenox Approved for Deep Vein Thrombosis
Health Highlights: July 23, 2010
Health Tip: Tame Rosacea's Redness
Health Tip: Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder
HIV-Positive Women Who Want to Conceive Feel Stigma: Survey
In Adolescence, Happier Often Means Healthier
Schizophrenia Linked to Raised Risk of Injury While Hospitalized
Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life
Urge Kids to Drink Water During Hot Weather: Expert
Women of African Heritage May Face Greater Aggressive Breast Cancer Risk
Can Ozone Cause Heart Attacks?
Cancer Docs 'Frustrated' By Lack of Useful Info in Journal Articles
Caterpillars' Creep May Hold Clues for Advanced Robotics
Clinical Trials Update: July 22, 2010
Dangerous Fungus Now Endemic in Pacific Northwest: CDC
Giving Kids Booze, Medicines Can Be Child Abuse
Health Highlights: July 22, 2010
Health Tip: Start Migraine Care Immediately
Health Tip: Visiting the Doctor When Your Infant is Well
Insurance Woes Can Add to Burden of Psoriasis
Nitric Oxide Doesn't Seem to Help Preemies' Lungs: Report
People Who Are Depressed 'See' a Gray World
Radiation for Childhood Cancer Can Boost Risk of Stillbirth Later
Signs of Thyroid Trouble Tied to Raised Pregnancy Complication
Some on Statins May Not Need Boost in 'Good' Cholesterol
Taking to the Stage to Battle Mental Illness
The Longer You Sit, the Shorter Your Life Span: Study
Varying Your Practice Moves May Help Improve Skills
'Working Memory Capacity' May Determine Music's Virtuosos
Clinical Trials Update: July 21, 2010
Damage From Binge-Drinking in Pregnancy Worsens With Age
FDA Puts Partial Hold on Avandia Safety Study
Florida's Minorities See Unusual Melanoma Patterns
Gene Therapy Shows Promise With 'Bubble Boy' Disease
Health Highlights: July 21, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Hand Arthritis
Health Tip: Treating Cradle Cap
Meditation Appears to Boost Attention Span
Moderate Caffeine Intake Safe During Pregnancy, Experts Say
Not Every ACL Tear Needs Early Surgery, Study Suggests
People With Drinking Problems May Turn to Clergy for Help
Prenatal Vitamin Levels a Concern After Weight Loss Surgery
Procedure Rejuvenates Aging Arteries in Pigs
PTSD Peaks at Different Ages in Men, Women
Recycling Trauma Patients' Own Blood Can Be Beneficial
Risky Behavior, Drug Use Among Some Gay Men Linked to Childhood Abuse
Study Points to Molecular Origins of Celiac Disease
Vaginal Delivery May Be OK After C-Section
Ah Doctor, What Exactly Does This Entry Mean?
Avastin Largely Safe for Patients With Type of Advanced Lung Cancer
Brain Injury May Raise Soldier's Epilepsy Risk
Clinical Trials Update: July 20, 2010
Consumers Overestimate Ability to Master New Products: Study
Economic Status May Affect Kids' Hearing Aid Care
FDA Advisers Say Avastin Shouldn't Be Used for Breast Cancer
'Get Moving' Can Be Vital Advice for Seniors
Health Highlights: July 20, 2010
Health Tip: Reduce Your Sugar Consumption
Health Tip: Weaning Baby from a Bottle
Homeopathic Nasal Zinc Linked to Loss of Smell
Many HIV-Exposed Infants in Africa Don't Get Protective Drug, Study Shows
Mom's Alcoholism Especially Tough on Daughter's Mental Health
New Study Finds HPV Vaccine Protects Against Genital Warts
Screening for Sepsis Could Save Lives, Researchers Say
Study Suggests Painters Face Increased Risk of Bladder Cancer
Ban Point-of-Sale Tobacco Ads in Retail Outlets, Researchers Urge
Better Way to Predict Success of Second IVF Attempt?
Can Cell Phones Cause Another Kind of Ringing?
Cholesterol Screening Rates Too Low in Young U.S. Adults: CDC
Cigarette Smoke May Up Cancer Risk By Interfering With Genes
Clinical Trials Update: July 19, 2010
Could PCBs Help Boost Blood Pressure?
Health Highlights: July 19, 2010
Health Tip: Drive Safely in the Dark
Health Tip: Why Are My Eyes Red?
Obesity as Young Adult May Boost Psoriatic Arthritis Risk
Parents Can Help Limit Kids' Exposure to Medical Imaging
Patient's 'Lost' Blood Can Be Reused in Trauma Surgery
Poverty Driving HIV's Spread Among Urban Heterosexuals: Report
Researchers Use Ecstasy to Treat PTSD
Study Suggests Higher Cancer Rate Among IVF Babies
Vaginal Gel Cuts Risk of HIV Infection, Study Shows
Voice Recorders Seem to Help Detect Autism
Aggressive Drug Therapy May Help Slow Spread of AIDS
Flu Vaccine Via Skin Patch Shows Promise in Mice
Major Leaguers Seem Prone to Injuries in First Half of Season
Many False-Positive HIV Test Results for Those in AIDS Vaccine Trials
New Guidelines Urge Earlier Therapy for HIV Patients
Simple Tool May Predict Athlete's Risk for Ligament Injury
Traffic Pollution Linked to Risk Factor for Sudden Cardiac Death
Computers Help Beat Hospital Infections
Good Luck Charms Might Just Work
Health Highlights: July 16, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Endometriosis
Health Tip: What May Cause an Aneurysm
Health, Money Woes May Boost Bowel Cancer Deaths in Blacks
Kids Who Do Poorly in School More Likely to Become Bullies
Knee Replacements Can Fail for Various Reasons, Expert Says
Major Fast Food Chains Have Reduced Trans Fats
New Methods May Help Predict Survival of African HIV Patients
Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Shows Promise
Those To-Die-For High Heels May Alter Anatomy
U.S. Health Reform Starts to Take Hold
Women at Greater Risk From Serious Angina Than Men: Study
Arthroscopic Hip Surgery May Help Athletes Get Back to Play
Asthma and Wheezing Linked with Fat in Foods
Blood Pressure Control, Diabetes and Coronary Artery Disease Studied
Breast Cancer Treatment Works Best Over Longer Period
Child's Heart Risk Grows with Mom’s Weight in Pregnancy
Clinical Trials Update: July 15, 2010
Dementia May Differ in Those With and Without Diabetes
Diabetics Urged to Confer With Their Doctor About Avandia Use
Gay Couples Vulnerable to HIV When Monogamy Is Unsure
Gentle Horses Help Rein in Autism in Kids
Health Highlights: July 15, 2010
Health Tip: Considering a Midwife?
Health Tip: Help Prevent Motion Sickness
Human Sperm Gene Hasn't Changed for 600 Million Years
Lack of Exercise at Young Age Raises Hypertension Risk
Mom's Mental State Influenced Kids' Well-Being After 9/11: Study
More Americans Abusing Prescription Painkillers
More Study Urged on Risks, Benefits of Earlier HIV Therapy
New Clues to How Cancer Patients' Genes Influence Treatment
New Prostate Cancer Tests on the Horizon
No-Shame Programs May Appeal to Obese
Podcast: Asthma and Wheezing Linked with Fat in Foods
Podcast: Blood Pressure Control, Diabetes and Coronary Artery Disease Studied
Podcast: Breast Cancer Treatment Works Best Over Longer Period
Podcast: Child's Heart Risk Grows with Mom’s Weight in Pregnancy
Podcast: Lack of Exercise at Young Age Raises Hypertension Risk
Podcast: New Prostate Cancer Tests on the Horizon
Podcast: Staying Alert: Maintaining Coffee Consumption
Scientists Create 'Malaria-Proof' Mosquito
Silicon Oil May Protect Vision From Radiation for Eye Cancer
Staying Alert: Maintaining Coffee Consumption
Stroke Risk May Rise First Hour After Drinking
Too Many Tots Watching Too Much TV: Study
Viral 'Fingerprint' in Gut Unique in Everyone, Scientists Discover
1 in 5 Parents Missed Work for H1N1 School Closings: Survey
Avandia Raises Heart Risk But Should Stay on Market, FDA Panel Finds
Breast Cancer Medication Guidelines Updated
Clinical Trials Update: July 14, 2010
Community Programs Can Help Mothers Control Weight: Study
Cystic Fibrosis Flare-Ups May Be Treated Equally Well at Home
Dengue Infection Re-Emerges in Florida: CDC
Excess Weight in Older Women Linked to Diminished Memory
Health Highlights: July 14, 2010
Health Tip: Take Steps Toward a Healthier Lifestyle
Health Tip: What May Trigger a Hernia
High Readmission Rates May Not Mean Worse Hospital Care
Medical Studies Involving Kids May Be Prone to Bias
Mood Disorders Going Undetected in U.S. Children
New Criteria for Alzheimer's Diagnosis Proposed
New Pill Found to Cut Weight With Few Side Effects: Study
New Private Health Plans Must Offer Preventive Care
Rare Blood Vessel Disease Could Have New Treatment Option
Sleep Plays Important Role in Chronic Disease: Report
1 in 3 U.S. Docs Wouldn't Report Impaired, Incompetent Colleague
Alzheimer's May Increase Seizure Risk
Alzheimer's Research Spotlights Protein 'Tangles' in Brain
Association Found Between Alzheimer's and Anemia
Black Couples Benefit From Program to Curb Spread of HIV
Brain Grows Quickest in Areas Where Apes, Humans Vary: Study
Can Self-Hypnosis Help Tourette Patients Control Tics?
Childhood Cancer Survivors at Risk of Premature Death
Emotions May Be Blunted in Alzheimer's Patients
Experts Issue New Guidelines on Breast Cancer Drugs
FDA Panel Seems Skeptical Over Key Avandia Data
Gene Linked to Obesity May Also Raise Dementia Risk
Health Highlights: July 13, 2010
Health Tip: Dealing With Grief
Health Tip: Preventing Osteoporosis
Intervention May Help Relieve Cancer Patients' Pain, Depression
Method of Failed Suicide May Predict Successful Attempt
Program Teaches Parents How to Nurture Healthy Eaters
Word Games May Predict Life of Relationship
Clinical Trials Update: July 12, 2010
Coping Therapies Unlikely to Ease Kids' Stem Cell Treatment: Study
Could Having a Bigger Head Help Slow Alzheimer's?
'Expecting the Unexpected' Doesn't Always Work, Study Suggests
Eye Chart Exams for Teens May Miss Vision Problems
Fewer Excess Pounds May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes
Health Highlights: July 12, 2010
Health Tip: Eating a Well-Balanced Vegetarian Diet
Health Tip: Help Prevent Burnout
Heart Attack Care Is Getting Better, Report Finds
History of Pregnancy-Linked Diabetes Helps Predict Its Return
New Guidelines Urge Use of MRI Over CT Scan in Stroke Patients
Salsa, Guacamole Rising Source of Foodborne Illness: CDC
Screening Guidelines Miss Many Kids With High Cholesterol
Sleep Apnea Could Raise Heart Risks for Older Men
Survey Links Puberty to Violent Behavior
Vitamins D, E Might Help Maintain Brain Health
Weight-Loss Drugs Often No Better Than Fakes: German Study
Confronting Glaucoma, Before It's Too Late
Exercise, Vitamin D Seem to Cut Alzheimer's Risk: Researchers
Glaucoma Cases on the Rise in U.S.
Don't Let Food Allergies Spoil the Picnic
Parents Urged to Enforce Proper Use of Child Safety Seats
As Parents Lose Jobs, Kids Often Lose Out on Health Care
Brain Hard-Wired to Resist Romantic Rejection, Study Suggests
Childhood Obesity Boosts Risk of GERD
Clinical Trials Update: July 9, 2010
Cumulative Radiation Doses Seen in Cardiac Imaging
FDA Advisory Panel Decision on Avandia Looms
FDA Reviewer Questions Results of Key Avandia Trial
For Teenage Girls, Competition Cuts Both Ways: Study
Health Highlights: July 9, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Lupus
Health Tip: Taming Irritable Bowels
Rat Study Sheds Light on Cocaine Addiction
Researchers Point to Possible Scleroderma-Cancer Link
Scientists Engineering Advanced Wound Dressings
Summer is High Time for Bacterial Infection in Cats
U.S. Report on Kids' Health Brings Mixed Results
Wrist Fractures May Open Door to Disability in Older Women
Anesthetics Could Add to Global Warming
Babies Born Poor Often Remain Poor
Benefits of Implantable Defibrillators May Differ by Gender
Clinical Trials Update: July 8, 2010
Clues for Burning Fat Without Exercise Found in Mice
Decline in U.S. Teen Smoking Rate Stalls
Early Tamiflu Might Benefit Transplant Patients With H1N1 Flu
Fish Oil Supplements Linked to Lower Risk of Breast Cancer: Study
Health Highlights: July 8, 2010
Health Tip: Help Prevent Choking While Eating
Health Tip: Managing Dietary Fat
Heart Beat Could Provide Marker for Kidney Health: Study
Low-Income Children Not Getting Adequate Dental Care
Study Suggests Link Between HPV, Skin Cancer
Tai Chi and Qigong Offer Many Health Benefits: Review
Ancestry May Affect Lung Function Tests
Best Option for Rotator Cuff Tear May Vary by Patient
Brain Changes in MS May Spur Depression
Clinical Trials Update: July 7, 2010
Could Hot Weather Affect Results of a Colorectal Cancer Test?
Doctor-Patient E-Mails Are a Healthy Addition, Research Shows
Health Highlights: July 7, 2010
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Shin Splints
Health Tip: Protect Children From Sunburn
Lady Gaga-Inspired Lens Fad Draws Warning From Eye Docs
Many Docs Deliver Cancer Diagnosis Badly: Study
Monitoring Blood Pressure at Home May Help Keep It Low
Relentless Heat Threatens Your Health
Research Sheds Light on How Herpes Virus Invades Cells
Suicide Barriers on Bridges May Send Jumpers Elsewhere
U.S. Cancer Death Rate Keeps Falling: Report
Understanding Back Pain May Improve Management, Study Suggests
Anxiety Disorders, Heart Disease a Bad Combination: Study
Breast Cancer Gene May Raise Men's Risk, Too
Breast, Colon Cancer Screening Rates High, But Not High Enough
Changes in Fat Cells May Pave Way for Type 2 Diabetes
Clinical Trials Update: July 6, 2010
Glucosamine Ineffective for Lower Back Pain Linked to Arthritis
Health Highlights: July 6, 2010
Health Tip: Use Hand Tools Safely
Health Tip: What Causes Ingrown Toenails?
ICU Deaths More Likely on Weekends, Review Reveals
Lung Transplant Outcome Might Hinge on Hospital Location
Mental Health Woes Plague 'Cyberbullies' and Their Victims
'Miniature Telescope' for Eye Approved for Macular Degeneration
New Alzheimer's Clues Identified
Shorter Telomere Length Again Linked to Cancer
Tight Blood Pressure Control Doesn't Help All Diabetics: Study
Vaccines Don't Appear to Increase Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk
Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
Health Tip: Keep Food Safe
Health Tip: Use Fireworks Safely
How to Ride Out Dangerous Heat Waves
Kids See Fewer Ads for Sweets, More for Fast Food: Study
Too Much Screen Time Can Threaten Attention Span
Children, Elderly Need Protection From Soaring Temperatures
City Cycling Seems to Have More Upsides Than Down
Women Urged to Declare Their Independence From Tobacco
Clinical Trials Update: July 2, 2010
Effects of Mom's Favoritism May Last Into Adulthood
Errands Tomorrow? Sleep May Help You Remember
Experts Believe Many Birth Defects Are Preventable
'Family-Centered Rounds' for Pediatric Patients Applauded
For Parents With Spina Bifida, a Healthy Daughter
Health Highlights: July 2, 2010
Health Tip: Are You More Likely to Develop Endometriosis?
Health Tip: Why Some People Become Blind
In Mice, Oxygen Slows Wrinkling Due to UV Rays
Love in Her Eyes? You're Likely a He-Man, Study Says
Minnesota Smoking Bans Didn't Lead to Job Loss
Prison Games Hint at Psychopathy, Brain Damage: Study
Researchers Find Gene Behind Four-Leaf Clover
Scientists Make Immune Cells in Mice That Fight Off HIV
Serious Mental Illness Can Take Toll on Life Span
Antibiotic May Up Risk of Dangerous Potassium Levels in Seniors
Black Cancer Patients Twice as Likely to Die From Disease
Clinical Trials Update: July 1, 2010
Complications Shorten Stroke Patients' Lives
Drug May Shrink Fibroids, Preserve Fertility
Eating Disorders, Addictions Tough to Treat in Teens
Eye Condition May Alter Corneal Transplant Results
Gene Mutation May Make People More Prone to Asthma
Health Highlights: July 1, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Narcolepsy
Health Tip: When It's Difficult to Swallow
Hepatitis A Vaccine Pays Off for Kids: Study
Hospital Visits for Underage Drinking Soar on July 4 Weekend
Money Can't Buy You Joy
Older Folks Watch More TV, Get Less Out of It
Researchers Pinpoint Genetic Tie to Brain Development
Scientists Spot Gene Variants That Predict Longevity
Sex With Recent Smallpox Vaccine Recipient Can Lead to Illness
Tibetans' Adaptation to High Altitudes Took Only 3,000 Years: Study
Clinical Trials Update: June 30, 2010
Exercise May Guard Girls Against Dementia in Senior Years
Experts Optimistic About Solving Puzzle of Alzheimer's
Fetal Genes May Be Linked to Certain Heart Disease in Adults
Genes Tied to Hair Loss Disorder
Health Highlights: June 30, 2010
Health Tip: Help Keep Baby Moving
Health Tip: Help Tame Chronic Pain
Mouse Study Suggests Caffeine Boosts Athletic Performance
New Clues to Herniated Disc Pain
Obesity Ups Cancer Death Risk in Asia-Pacific Region
Parkinson's Transplant Mystery Solved, Researchers Say
Predicting Alzheimer's Risk in Patients With Cognitive Problems
Preterm Births Rarely Discussed With Doctors
PSA Test Does Cut Prostate Cancer Deaths, Study Finds
Sleep Seems to Fuel Energy Surge in Rats' Brains
Testosterone Gel Could Raise Heart Risks in Frail, Older Men
Three-Legged Dogs Aid in Robot Design
An Extra Nudge Might Boost Mammogram Rates
Clinical Trials Update: June 29, 2010
Clues to Preventing Return of Liver Cancer
Community-Based Diabetes Prevention Program Promising: Study
Fewer Dying From Type 1 Diabetes
Generic Effexor XR Approved
Health Highlights: June 29, 2010
Health Tip: Choosing Athletic Shoes
Health Tip: If You Sweat Excessively
Insulin Pump With Blood Sugar Sensor May Improve on Injections
Key-Hole Surgery for Knee Injury Doesn't Lower Arthritis Risk
Latest Study on Diabetes Drug Avandia Finds No Heart Risks
Many With Early Breast Cancer Don't Complete Therapy
More Young Moms-to-Be Treated for Meth, Marijuana Abuse
Obesity Rates Jump in 28 States, Report Shows
Smoking May Boost Risk of Certain Colon Cancers
Taking Public Transit Might Help You Stay Slim
Teen Girls Becoming More Open to Drugs, Alcohol
Tight Blood Sugar Control in Older Diabetics May Not Reduce Heart Risk
A Little Biking May Help Premenopausal Women Stay Slim
Blood Test May One Day Predict Menopause, Researchers Say
Clinical Trials Update: June 28, 2010
Combo Vaccine Raises Risk of Fever-Related Seizures in Kids
Diabetes Drug Avandia Ups Heart Risk, Reviews Conclude
End-of-Life Care Has 'Room for Improvement'
Exercise OK for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients: Review
FDA Urges Limiting Antibiotics in Meat
Gender-Specific Formula for Women's Peak Heart Rate 'More Accurate'
Health Highlights: June 28, 2010
Health Tip: Dealing With Picky Eaters
Health Tip: Keeping Fire Extinguishers at Home
Kids With Coordination Disorder More Likely to Be Overweight
More Than 1.5 Million Cancer Survivors Have Kids Under 18
Most U.S. Physicians Practicing 'Defensive Medicine'
Organ-Rejection Drug Linked to Higher Cancer Risk After Liver Transplant
Statins May Lower Rates of Prostate Cancer Recurrence
Statins May Not Be as Helpful for Those Without Heart Disease
When Parents Smoke, Kids' Weight, Behavior May Suffer
Artificial Pancreas Continues to Show Promise
Mercury's Threat Greater in Ocean Fish Than Freshwater: Study
More Genes Implicated in Type 2 Diabetes
School-Based Efforts May Help Curb Obesity in High-Risk Kids
No Omega-3 Heart Benefit Seen in Women With Type 1 Diabetes
Vitamins May Not Curb High Blood Pressure in Pregnant Diabetics
Applying Sunscreen: Are You Doing It the Wrong Way?
Chronic Pain Often Follows U.S. Soldiers Home: Study
Clinical Trials Update: June 25, 2010
For Migraine Sufferers, Stigma Adds to Burden
Health Highlights: June 25, 2010
Health Tip: If You Have Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
Health Tip: Recognize Symptoms of Hypotension
How Brain Organizes Info Doesn't Depend on Sight
Outdated Meds Pose Problems If Kept or Tossed
Rapid Test to Detect Hepatitis C Approved
Red Wine Compound Could Point to Treatment for Eye Diseases
Reverse in Death Rates Seen for Urban, Rural U.S. Residents
'Rotten Eggs' Gas Might Cut Inflammation in Ventilated Patients
Thunder Shouldn't Be Ignored, Weather Experts Warn
U.S. Report Finds Too Few Clinics Target Diabetes, Obesity
What You Touch May Make You a 'Softie' or Play 'Hard Ball'
Where Do Pets Go When They Dream?
Your Intellect Might Be Reflected in Your Body Symmetry
Bone-Building Pills Appear to Lower Invasive Breast Cancer Risk
Brain Stimulation Seems to Boost Language Skills in Alzheimer's Patients
Brand 'Personality' May Affect How Consumers See Themselves
Clinical Trials Update: June 24, 2010
Diabetes May Double Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
Diabetes Seems to Up Risks for Lung Disease Patients
Drug Helps Tackle Type 2 Diabetes in New Way, Study Says
Health Highlights: June 24, 2010
Health Tip: Recognizing Caregiver Stress
Health Tip: Living With Arthritis Pain
Mold May Trigger Severe Asthma in Some Folks
Most Americans Get Too Much Salt
Phone Reminders May Boost Colon Cancer Screenings
Research Sheds Light on Increased Blood Clot Risk
Scientists Fashion New Lung for Rats
Scientists Suggest Links Between Personality, Size of Brain Regions
Virus Plus Gene Mutation Spurs Crohn's Disease in Mice
Warm But Watchful Parents Can Keep Kids From Heavy Drinking
Abuse May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke in Migraine Sufferers
Aging Swingers at High STD Risk
Better Rx for Cirrhosis-Linked Bleeding
Clinical Trials Update: June 23, 2010
Expert Challenges New Mammogram Guidelines
Experts Try to Gauge Health Effects of Gulf Oil Spill
Health Highlights: June 23, 2010
Health Tip: If Your Child Stutters
Health Tip: Is it a Concussion?
Inducing Labor Linked to Increased C-Section Risk
Mouse Study Sheds Light on Diabetes-Heart Disease Link
Poor Breast Cancer Survival in Blacks May Not Be Due to Race
Seasonality of Child Abuse Could Be a Myth
Stem Cell Technique Restores Sight to Burn-Injured Eyes
Study Shows Courage Sparks Certain Parts of Brain
Tailored Treatment for Advanced Lung Cancer?
Tests Help Predict Which Parkinson's Patients Are Likely to Fall
Treatment Helped Soldiers With Migraine, Insomnia: Study
U.S. Health Care Ranks Low Among Developed Nations: Report
Urban Sprawl Could Make Cities Hotter
Blacks Seem More Vulnerable to Deadly Blood Infection
Cavities in Baby Teeth May Come From Poor Food Choices
Clinical Trials Update: June 22, 2010
Exercise May Combat Alcohol Cravings, Animal Study Suggests
Fewer Hours for Medical Residents May Backfire
Gaining Weight Later in Life Ups Diabetes Risk
Health Highlights: June 22, 2010
Health Tip: Keep Baby Safe With a Pacifier
Health Tip: Treating Heat Cramps
Hormone Raises Desire for Fattening Foods
Labor Induction May Boost C-Section Risk
More Evidence That B Vitamins Alone Won't Counter Heart Risks
Religious Teens Seem Less Prone to Alcohol Abuse
Soccer Safety Not Just for the Pros
Study Clears Cell Phone Towers of Childhood Cancer Connection
Thyroid Function at High End of Normal Tied to Miscarriage Risk
X-Ray Can Spot Gastric Band Slippage
Age, Race May Affect Type 2 Diabetes Screening Results
Breast Milk Reduces Infections in Babies
Cartoon Characters Sell Kids on Unhealthy Foods
Clinical Trials Update: June 21, 2010
Delivery Method May Determine the Bacteria Babies Acquire
Flame Retardant May Up Risk of Thyroid Problems in Pregnancy
Genome for Human Body Lice Unlocked
Health Highlights: June 21, 2010
Health Tip: Help Keep Joints Healthy
Health Tip: Help Manage GERD
Inexperienced Female Athletes Risk Serious Health Problems
Many Diabetics Unaware of Hot Weather Hazards
More Than Half of Pediatricians Make Diagnostic Errors: Survey
MP3 Players Might Harm Hearing
Newly Approved HIV Test Can Spot Infection Earlier
Plastics Chemical BPA Tied to Ovarian Cysts
Skin Appendage Tumors Seem on the Rise in U.S.
Higher Testosterone Tied to Heart Trouble in Older Men
'Junk Food' Sugar May Help Some Fat Cells Proliferate
Bump in Head Injury Numbers Linked to Summer Play
Most Heart Patients Skimp on Exercise After Rehab
Obesity Doesn't Always Guarantee Heart Disease
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome in Studies
Clinical Trials Update: June 18, 2010
Coffee Might Guard Against Head, Neck Cancers
Electronic Monitoring of Asthma Med Use May Boost Adherence
FDA Panel Votes Against Approval of 'Female Viagra'
Health Highlights: June 19, 2010
Health Tip: Do Your Part to Reduce Air Pollution
Health Tip: Help Prevent Anemia
Hopes Dashed That Vitamin D Reduces Cancer Risk
Lymphoma Survivors Often Miss Out on Follow-Up
Moderate Coffee, Tea Drinking Lowers Heart Disease Risk
Ninety Percent of Stroke Risk Due to 10 Risk Factors
On Father's Day, Give Dad Gift of Health
Patients Could Use More Help Quitting Smoking
People May Skip Soft Drinks Rather Than Pay More
Reading Comes Easier for Kids When Rover's Around
Summer Vacation May Set Back Kids' Language Skills
The Fight Against Autism Goes High Tech
'Watchful Waiting' Often Best Strategy for Slow-Moving Prostate Cancer
Botox May Temporarily Paralyze Emotions, Too
Celebrex Appears Easier on Stomach for Arthritis Patients
Clinical Trials Update: June 17, 2010
ER Visits Soaring for Prescription Painkiller Misuse
Few Americans Using Electronic Medical Records
Gene Mutation Offers Clues to Tamoxifen-Blood Clot Link
Gene Mutations Linked to Rare, Inherited Bone Disorder
H1N1 Flu Undergoing Genetic Changes in Pigs
Health Highlights: June 17, 2010
Health Tip: Things That May Trigger Wheezing
Health Tip: Understanding Achilles Tendonitis
Iodine Levels a Worry as Salt Use Declines
Medicare Cuts May Have Led Docs to Prescribe More Chemo
New Tobacco Regulations to Take Effect
Pro-Eating Disorder Sites Abound on the Internet
Prognosis Good for Most Children With Epilepsy: Study
Rats Appear to Be Born With a Sense of Direction
Shared Opinions Light Up Brain's 'Reward Center'
Stomach Bacteria Might Trigger Rheumatoid Arthritis
Air Pollution Tied to Breathing Problems in Sleep
Antiretrovirals During Breast-Feeding Shield Babies From HIV, Study Shows
Clinical Trials Update: June 16, 2010
Gene Mutations Offer Clues to Autoimmune Disorders
Gene Therapy for HIV Inches Forward
'Graying' of Drug Users at U.S. Treatment Centers
H1N1 Flu Vaccine May Shield Against 1918 Strain
Health Highlights: June 16, 2010
Health Tip: Why People Get Ear Infections
Health Tip: When Kids Have Separation Anxiety
Local Murders Linked to Poor School Performance
Low Testosterone in Older Men Less Common Than Thought
New Clues for Treating Ulcerative Colitis
Number of Uninsured Jumped By Nearly 3 Million in 2009
Parents Ill-Informed About Kids' Concussion Risks
Playtime with Parents May Shape Gender Roles
Race May Affect A1C Levels
Scientists Tease Out Links Between Diabetes, Cancer
Why Some Like Things Salty
Brain Circuitry May Develop Through Adulthood
Breast Cancer Risks for Hispanic Women Studied
Calcium, Vitamin D Supplements OK for Arteries
Common Birth Defect Likely Inherited
Docs Should Assess Lung Clot Risk Before Ordering Scan
Drug-Resistant Staph Threatens Cystic Fibrosis Patients
FDA Approves Prostate Cancer Vaccine
Females May Be Naturally More Prone to Stress: Animal Study
Health Highlights: June 15, 2010
Health Tip: Buy a Bike That Suits Your Child
Health Tip: Things That Can Aggravate Arthritis Pain
Heart Risk Linked to Simple Carbs
Heart Risk Prediction May Improve with Calcium CT Scan
IV Steroids May Be Overkill in COPD Patients
Key Blood Sugar Test Seems to Differ By Race
Mastectomy Rates Down Overall, New Study Finds
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Better Cardiac Function
Obesity Can Take Toll on Sex Life
Podcast: Aggressive Control of Diabetes Reviewed
Podcast: Autistic Children Benefit from Grandparents’ Involvement
Podcast: Breast Cancer Risks for Hispanic Women Studied
Podcast: FDA Approves Prostate Cancer Vaccine
Podcast: Heart Risk Linked to Simple Carbs
Podcast: Heart Risk Prediction May Improve with Calcium CT Scan
Podcast: Use of Robotic Surgery Increases
Study Probes Causes of Anger in Returning U.S. Soldiers
Vitamin B6 Tied to Lowered Lung Cancer Risk
Brown Rice Bests White for Diabetes Prevention
Clinical Trials Update: June 14, 2010
Cost-Conscious Cancer Survivors Skip Care
Diet, Meds and Smoking Linked to Eye Disease Risks
Drug That Stops Bleeding Could Save Lives
Free Clinics Play Important Role for Uninsured in U.S.
Genetics, Insecticides Might Contribute to Parkinson's
'Good' HDL Cholesterol Now Tied to Lower Cancer Risk
Harmless Brain Abnormalities in Kids Pose Disclosure Dilemmas
Health Highlights: June 14, 2010
Health Plan May Influence 5-Year Rectal Cancer Survival
Health Tip: Lift Weights Safely
Health Tip: Packing Prescriptions for Travel
Lifestyle Changes Are No Guarantee Against Alzheimer's
Longer Antiviral Therapy Reduces Lung Transplant Complications
Most Doctors Giving Pap Test Too Often
New Clues to Preventing Memory Loss From MS
'Normal' Blood Pressure in Male Teens a Warning Sign
Scientists Spot More Genes Related to Alzheimer's
Stricter Rules Can Steer Kids Away From TV
Teen Boys Who Attempt Suicide More Likely to Abuse as Adults
Experimental Liver Transplant Approach Shows Early Promise
Popular Blood Pressure Drugs Tied to Slight Rise in Cancer Risk
Lawn Mowers a Real Safety Hazard for Kids
Success of Hepatitis C Drugs May Depend on Gene Variant
Biofeedback May Help Combat Stage Fright
Clinical Trials Update: June 11, 2010
Depression Could Play a Role in Added Belly Fat
Do Vodka Preferences Have a Chemical Basis?
Even in Non-Contact Sports, Mouth Guards Are Essential
Health Highlights: June 11, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Stress
Health Tip: Having Signs of Newborn Jaundice
Honesty Helps Young Girls Build Better Relationships
Least Healthy More Apt to Think Genes Explain Disease Risk
Men May Be More Vulnerable to Roller Coaster Ride of Romance
Mystery of Santa Rosa Mummy May Be Solved
Preschoolers' Skills Get Boost From Confident Teachers
Smoking Linked to Aggressive Colon Polyps: Study
U.S. Weighs Lifting Ban on Gay Men as Blood Donors
CDC Warns of Ecstasy Overdose 'Clusters' at Rave Events
Clinical Trials Update: June 10, 2010
Common Cancer Drug Tied to Kidney Damage
Depression Can Make Pain Worse
Exercise Helps Reduce Falls in Young and Old
Eye Exam May Someday Spot Multiple Sclerosis
Family Caregivers Share Experiences of Dying Patients
FDA Panel Endorses 1st Oral Drug for Multiple Sclerosis
Health Highlights: June 10, 2010
Health Tip: Don't Suddenly Stop Antidepressants
Health Tip: Know the Warning Signs of Anaphylaxis
Lack of Insurance Could Raise Inpatient Death Risk
New Potential Cause of Alzheimer's Disease Detected
Quitting Smoking Before Pregnancy Could Save Babies' Lives
Staph Infection Risk Rises With Brain, Chest Surgeries
Tiniest Babies Don't Hurt Family Health in Long Run
Violence on the Rise at U.S. Health Care Centers
1 in 4 Americans Under 65 Lacks Dental Insurance
Children of Older Dads at Higher Risk of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Clinical Trials Update: June 9, 2010
Early School Start Times Raise Risk of Teen Car Crashes
Epilepsy Drug Linked to Serious Birth Defects
Fewer Heart Attacks After England Goes Smoke-Free
Focus on Headache This Week
Gene Copy Aberrations May Help Drive Autism
Genes May Be a Source of Vitamin D Deficiency
H1N1 Flu Acts Much Like Its Seasonal Cousin
Health Highlights: June 9, 2010
Health Plan Reports Major Drop in Heart Attacks
Health Tip: When You Shop With Children
Health Tip: When You're Using Crutches
Is It Safe to Go in the Gulf Coast's Water?
Medicare Drug Spending Varies Widely Across U.S.
More School Friends May = Better Grades
Morning Larks Outperform Night Owls on the Pitcher's Mound
Old Drugs May Have New Use Against Hepatitis C
Some Brain Cells Seem to Multitask
Warfarin Safe During Heart Device Surgery: Study
40-Year-Old Gout Drug Shows Promise Against Angina
Brain Scans Show How Meditation Calms Pain
Childhood Adversity May Affect Pregnancy Later in Life
Clinical Trials Update: June 8, 2010
Common Pain Relievers Raise Heart Risk for Healthy Folks
Dating Preferences Often Determined by Strangers
FDA Needs Food Safety Overhaul: Report
Female Caregivers Face a Heavier Toll: Study
Health Care Reform Bill Best Option: Analysis
Health Highlights: June 8, 2010
Health Tip: Getting Over Laryngitis
Health Tip: Mold Can Be a Health Risk
Many Americans Sleep-Deprived: Study
Poor Hygiene a Danger at Outpatient Surgery Centers
Shortness Boosts Heart Disease, Death Risk: Study
Soldiers Plagued by Sleeplessness Back Home
Stress-Relief Program Helped Those Facing Breast Cancer Twice
Study Slams Body Checking for Young Hockey Players
Use of Long-Term Acute Care Hospitalization Growing
When Mom Is Abused, Child's Obesity Risk May Rise
After a Stroke, Light Exercise Gets Hands, Arms Working Again
Clinical Trials Update: June 7, 2010
Consistent Bedtime May Give Kids Developmental Boost
Experts Revise Guidelines for Determining Brain Death
Genetics Linked to Gambling Problems in Both Genders
Green Tea Compound Slowed Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Health Highlights: June 7, 2010
Health Tip: Packing for a Camping Trip
Health Tip: Secure a Child's Swingset
Kids With Lesbian Parents Do Just Fine
Military Deployment May Affect Kids' Health Care
Mouth Cancer Prognosis Improves When Cervical Cancer Virus Involved
Muscle Tone May Play a Role in GERD
Poor Asthma Outcomes in Black Kids Despite Access to Care
Post-Combat Stress Disrupting Daily Lives of Returning Vets
Secondhand Smoke a Mental Health Hazard?
'Sleep Sex' Might Be Nightmare for Some
Teen Headaches Tied to Alcohol, Coffee
Certain Smokers More Apt to Quit Over Price Hikes
Drug Made From Sea Sponge Fights Advanced Breast Cancer
Studies Suggest New Treatment Paradigms for Ovarian, Prostate Cancers
Don't Count on Selenium to Prevent Lung Cancer Recurrence
Newer Drugs Beat Gleevec in Head-to-Head Trials
Novel Drug Combats Advanced Melanoma
Researchers Report Treatment Headway Against Lung Cancer
Targeted Radiation for Early Breast Cancer a Good Option: Study
Targeted Therapy Shows Promise Against Deadly Brain Cancer
A Year After Its Emergence, H1N1 Swine Flu Lingers
Anger Spurs Surprising Changes in the Body
Belly-Baring Cheerleaders at Raised Risk of Eating Disorders
Clinical Trials Update: June 4, 2010
Compression Garments Don't Boost Athletic Performance
Glucose 'Tattoo' Could Track Blood Sugar Levels for Diabetics
Health Highlights: June 4, 2010
Health Tip: Things That Could Cause Graves' Disease
Health Tip: Understanding Fifth Disease
Help for Women Runners With Knee Pain
Low-Dose HRT Patch May Lessen Stroke Risk
Most People With HIV Begin Care Too Late
Move Childhood Back Outdoors This Summer
One-Third of U.S. Girls Get HPV Vaccine
Removing Gallbladder Sooner Cuts Costs, Readmissions
Wii Games Can Get Seniors Moving
1 in 4 Patients Undergoes Revolving-Door Hospitalizations
20% of U.S. High Schoolers Abuse Prescription Drugs
Breathing Exercises May Boost Athletes' Performance
Burgers May Feed Kids' Asthma Risk
Clinical Trials Update: June. 3, 2010
Donor-Assisted Conception Sparks Disclosure Dilemmas
Drug Errors Peak in July When New Docs Start
Gulf Oil Spill Workers Report Health Problems
Health Highlights: June 3, 2010
Health Tip: Protect Your Child From a Sports Injury
Health Tip: Signs That You May Have an Ulcer
Jews Around the World Linked by Common Genetic Ancestry
Lead Poisoning Unlikely Cause of Beethoven's Death
Low IQ Among Males Raises Suicide Risk
More Than Quarter of Stroke Patients Reach ER Within 'Golden Hour'
Neighborhood Planning Could Help More Kids Avoid Obesity
Poker Players May Use Drugs to Stay Sharp at the Table
Romance May Steer Young Adults Away From Booze, Pot
1 in 5 College Students Admitted to Drunk Driving, Study Found
Antidepressants May Affect Miscarriage Risk
Black Men at Greater Risk of Aggressive Prostate Tumors: Study
Brain Volume Lost to Anorexia Reversible
Childhood Brain Tumors May Respond to Measles Virus
Clean House Linked to Better Fitness
Clinical Trials Update: June 2, 2010
Coffee's Jolt Just an Illusion?
Deep Brain Stimulation Works in Two Sites for Parkinson's Disease
Drug Combo Staves Off Type 2 Diabetes
Grandpa's Decision-Making Skills May Be Just Fine
Health Highlights: June 2, 2010
Health Tip: Caring for a Pacemaker
Health Tip: Recovering From Back Surgery
Impulsive Behavior, Drinking Decline in Early Adulthood
Longer Drug Regimen Still Best Against Breast Cancer
More Than 40% of U.S. Teens Have Had Sex
New Tests for Prostate Cancer Might Bring More Certainty
Pain Med May Affect Breast Cancer Recurrence
Prolia Approved for Post-Menopausal Women With Osteoporosis
Size of Prostate Tumor Linked to Patients' Weight
Tonsillectomy Study Finds Best Way to Avoid Complications
Being Young and Sedentary Raises Hypertension Risk Later
Certain Popular Antidepressants Linked to Cataracts in Seniors
Clinical Trials Update: June 1, 2010
Contaminated Cocaine Can Cause Flesh to Rot
Dog Sniffs Out Prostate Cancer in Small Study
Dual Therapy Best for Preventing Bleeding After Heart Procedures
Health Highlights: June 1, 2010
Health Tip: Keep a Log of Your Child's Medicines
Health Tip: Treating Kidney Stones
Lifestyle Doesn't Influence Genetic Risks in Breast Cancer
Male 'Pill' Still a Ways Off
Matching Heart Donors by Race Unnecessary?
Mom's Extra Pregnancy Pounds May Raise Child's Heart Risks
More Cancer-Causing Chemicals in U.S. Cigarettes
Prostate Cancer Vaccine Shows Few Side Effects
Shorter Hospital Stays May Hinder Heart Failure Patients
Surviving Cardiac Arrest Depends on Your Location
Tracking PSA Test Results Over Time Gives Clues to Cancer
TV Food Ads Promote Bad Diets
Value of Monitoring Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Assessed
Dangers Lurk in Impotence Drugs Sold on Web
Health Tip: Set Rules at the Pool
Health Tip: Understanding Sleep Disorders
Race Car Fans Develop Special Hearing Abilities
Risk of Miscarriage Linked to Antidepressants
Sexual, Urinary Health Boosted in Exercisers, Nonsmokers
Women Smokers Targeted on 'World No Tobacco Day'
Acupuncture May Trigger Natural Painkiller
Breast Cancer Vaccine Possible, Scientists Say
Club Drug 'Special K' Could Leave Users Incontinent
Frequent Urination at Night Linked to Raised Death Risk
Radiation for Prostate Cancer May Boost Fracture Risk
Vitamins Fail to Protect Men Against Bladder Cancer
'Click It or Ticket' Coming to a Seat Belt Checkpoint Near You
Dive Safely -- Or Risk Spinal Cord Damage
Bursts of Vigorous Activity Appear to Be a 'Stress-Buffer'
Clinical Trials Update: May 28, 2010
Ebola Virus Thwarted After Exposure
Health Highlights: May 28, 2010
Health Tip: Manage Pregnancy Back Pain
Health Tip: When Your Blood Clots Excessively
Injuries From Underage Drinking Rise Over Memorial Day Weekend
Johnson & Johnson Criticized Over Drug Recall
Making Your Way Through the Fog of Chemotherapy
Overweight Younger Adults as Healthy as Normal-Weight Peers?
Potential New Source of Stem Cells for Heart Repair
Putting New Medical Guidelines Into Practice Often Difficult
Scientist Becomes First Human 'Infected' With Computer Virus
Today's College Students More Likely to Lack Empathy
Ultrasound Helps Spot Stroke Risk in Symptomless Patients
Allergies Might Trigger Depression
Anti-HIV Drugs May Help Prevent Spread of Virus
Chlamydia Treated Sooner When Docs Use E-Records
Clinical Trials Update: May 27, 2010
Decline in Potentially Lethal Hospital-Based Infections
Exercise Boosts Health of Cancer Patients
Experts Advise At-Risk Diabetics to Begin Daily Aspirin Later
Fit People Release More Fat-Burning Molecules During Exercise
Flu May Migrate Rather Than Die Out
Genes' Link to Certain Cancers Questioned
Health Highlights: May 27, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Sciatica Pain
Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise-Induced Asthma
Immune System Troubles Could Spark Behavior Woes
Laser Used to Blast Away Cells Causing Irregular Heartbeat
Many People Still Don't Know How to Protect Against Skin Cancer
New Bunion Procedure Aims to Replace Invasive Foot Surgery
Tanning Beds Can Greatly Boost Melanoma Risk
Too Many Stroke Patients Go Without Statins
Toothbrushing May Stave Off Heart Woes
Brain Cells May Serve as Clot-Busters
Brain Injuries May Lead to Sleep Woes
Clinical Trials Update: May 26, 2010
Eyeglass Change Might Keep Elderly From Falling
Gene Mutation Linked to Congenital Heart Disease
Health Highlights: May 26, 2010
Health Tip: Be Sure the Family Eats Breakfast
Health Tip: Treating Psoriasis
Healthier Fats Replacing Trans Fats, Study Finds
Many Supplements Said to Contain Toxins, Make False Health Claims
Osteoarthritis Claims Growing Number of Younger Victims
Prenatal Exposure to Chemicals Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
Progress Made Against Once-Fatal Heart Defect
Rare Cases of Liver Damage Tied to Weight-Loss Drug
Shark Cartilage Not Beneficial in Advanced Lung Cancer
Showing Gratitude for Partner's Generosity Strengthens Bonds
Single Lung Tumor Contains 50,000 Mutations
Surgery, Stenting Fare Equally Well in Preventing Stroke
'The Pill' Is Birth Control Favorite in U.S.
Waiting to Clamp the Umbilical Cord May Be Better for Babies
As Autism Web Sites Boom, Experts Urge Caution
Bacteria May Predict Chances of Colon Cancer
Breast Cancer Study Offers New Hope
Clinical Trials Update: May 25, 2010
FDA Warns of Fracture Risk With Popular Heartburn Drugs
Germs in Soil Might Give Learning a Boost
Health Highlights: May 25, 2010
Health Tip: Keep Kids Safe When They're Home Alone
Health Tip: Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Lubricant Use May Raise HIV Infection Risk During Anal Sex
Lumizyme Approved for Non-Infantile Pompe Disease
Moderate Drinking May Protect Brain From Alzheimer's
Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission Linked to Gene Change
Out-of-Pocket Costs Limit Access to Arthritis Drugs
Quick Use of Antibiotics Best for COPD Flare-Ups
Rare Disorder Has People Convinced They Smell Bad
Report Finds Control of High Blood Pressure Improving
Shortage of Transplant Organs Spurs Proposals But No Solution
Washington, D.C., Tops List of Healthiest U.S. Cities
'Button' Batteries Killing, Disabling Children
Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Health Problems Throughout Life
Children With Epilepsy Feel on Par With Healthy Siblings
Choir Singing May Relieve Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Clinical Trials Update: May 24, 2010
Fewer Boys Born Following 9/11 Attacks
Fewer Sugary Drinks, Less High Blood Pressure
Frequent Doctor Visits Help Diabetics Control Blood Pressure
Global Death Rate for Children Lower Than Thought
H1N1 Pandemic Flu Hits Pregnant Women Hard
Health Highlights: May 24, 2010
Health Tip: Encourage Teens to Drive Safely
Health Tip: Learn the Signs of Lyme Disease
Heart Drugs Safe for Lungs, Study Finds
Homeless Americans Unlikely to Receive Basic Health Care
Like Humans, Chimps Ape Their Betters
No Benefit Seen in Delaying Infant Vaccinations
Simplexa H1N1 Test Approved
Swimming Lessons OK for Toddlers, Experts Say
Testosterone May Make Women Less Trusting
Viral Infection Could Be Marker for Type 1 Diabetes
Women Born Early More Apt to Have Preterm Baby
Female-to-Male HIV Transmission Risk Doubles During Pregnancy
Yoga's Benefits Outweigh Risks for Pregnant Women
Health Highlights: May 22, 2010
Parents Want Electronic Access to Their Children's Docs: Survey
Summer Sounds Can Lead to Hearing Loss
Clinical Trials Update: May 21, 2010
Common Diabetes Drug Linked to Vitamin B-12 Deficiency
Communication Program Didn't Improve Autism Symptoms
Creativity, Schizophrenia Share Similarities in the Brain
Experimental Vaccine Shields Monkeys Against Ebola
Gene Therapy Might Treat 'Bubble Boy' Disease
Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Muscular Dystrophy
Health Highlights: May 21, 2010
Health Reform Should Provide Insurance to Many Young Adults
Health Tip: Help Protect Your Hands From Eczema
Health Tip: Why You're More Likely to Develop Gallstones
IV Treatment May Thwart Advanced Cancers
Lifestyle Affects Survival in Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Online Program Helps Patients Self-Monitor Blood Pressure
Other People's Cell Phone Conversations Really Are Annoying
Radiation Not Needed in Many Older Breast Cancer Patients
Scientists Spot Real 'Smoking Gun' in Prostate Cancer
Talk With Doctor Helps Heart Attack Patients Resume Sex
The Science Behind Musical Taste
1 in 8 Public Pools Unfit for Use: CDC
A Protein Links Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome
Belly Fat in Middle Age Raises Dementia Risk
Big Decline in Heart Attacks If All States Had Smoking Bans
Clinical Trials Update: May 20, 2010
Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Moves Closer
Fat in Males, Females Differs Genetically, Mouse Study Shows
Health Highlights: May 20, 2010
Health Tip: Factors that Increase Risk of Ovarian Cancer
Health Tip: Recognize Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Heart Disease Among Childhood Cancer Survivors Tied to Gene Mutations
Medical Devices Driving Up Heart Care Costs
More Steps a Day Lead to Better Health
Post-Chemo Treatment May Boost Lung Cancer Survival
Scientists Map Genetic Codes of Human Microbes
Some Spices Cut Cancer Risk That Comes With Grilled Burgers
Statin Use Tied to Eye, Kidney, Liver Troubles
Stroke Incidence Down, But Not for Blacks
Treatment With Rituxan May Reduce Recurrence of Follicular Lymphoma
When Heart Patients Discharge Themselves, Hospital Bills Increase
Yoga Eases Sleep Problems Among Cancer Survivors
Alcohol Companies Use New Media to Lure Young Drinkers: Report
Alzheimer's Costs Could Explode by Mid-Century
An Autistic Child Doesn't Mean Parents Will Divorce
Clinical Trials Update: May 19, 2010
Confiding Eases Older Men's Stress Over Sexual Problems
Eliminating Wheat, Milk From Diet Doesn't Help Autistic Kids
Female Incontinence Surgeries Look Equally Effective
For Depression, Phone Therapy May Be an Answer
Health Highlights: May 19, 2010
Health Tip: Change Diapers Safely
Health Tip: Getting a Mammogram
Infants Vulnerable to Measles Before 1st Shot
IVF, Fertility Drugs Might Boost Autism Risk
Less Invasive Fix for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Works
Meaningful Conversations Boost Kids' Language Skills
New Clues to Treating Immune System Disorders
New Hope for Early Detection of Autism
Postpartum Depression May Affect New Dads as Well as New Moms
Study Challenges Notion That Moderate Drinking Protects the Heart
Viagra Linked to Hearing Loss
A Mother's Love Overcomes Poverty's Effect on Health
Antibiotic Resistance Can Last a Year, Review Finds
BPA in Cans Poses Health Threat, Report Claims
Clinical Trials Update: May 18, 2010
C-Sections May Raise Celiac Disease Risk in Offspring
Elderly Falls Linked to Altered Blood Flow in Brain
Exercise Can Spur Wheezing, Even in Healthy Kids
Health Highlights: May 18, 2010
Health Tip: Why Are My Eyes Watering?
Health Tip: Take a Childbirth Class
Lost Sense of Smell Noted Among Ground Zero Workers Post-9/11
Major Depression Often Follows Brain Injury
New Clues to Treating an Aggressive Breast Cancer
Older Patients More Apt to Be Happy With Plastic Surgery
Postpartum Depression Can Strike New Dads
Relationships May Influence Surgical Residents' Career Plans
Suicide Risk May Be Higher in Senior Facilities
Viagra May Aid Those With Lung Fibrosis
Wild Birds Shun Organic Food
Younger Is Better When Getting Cochlear Implants
Acne, Psoriasis Meds Don't Raise Fracture Risk
ER Docs Predict Jump in Emergency Room Visits
Experts Divided on Whether to Treat Thyroid Cancer
Health Highlights: May 17, 2010
Health Tip: Giving Your Newborn a Bath
Health Tip: Take Laxatives as Directed
Heart Attack Guidelines Close Racial Gaps in Hospital Care
Kids' Psychological Problems Have Long-Term Effects
Lung Disease Can Be Genetic Even Without Family History
Men, Women May Respond Differently to Vaccines
More Seniors Opting for Less Invasive Sinus Surgery
Pesticides on Produce Tied to ADHD in Children
Smallpox Vaccine May Protect Against HIV
Sprix Approved for Moderate-to-Severe Pain
Survey Finds Those Over 50 Are Less Stressed
Technique Might Boost Women's Fertility
'Vine That Ate the South' Could Also Boost Smog Levels
Web-Based Program Can Boost Asthma Care
For Preemies, Better Use of Oxygen Improves Survival
High-Fat Meal May Trigger Asthma
Eat Right to Avoid Kidney Stones
Guard Kids' Eyes Against Long-Term Sun Damage
Heart Disease Plus ED May Raise Risk for Death
Kids Feel Financial Downturn, Too
Light Drinking Linked with Less Weight Gain in Midlife
Notice Breast Changes? They May Be Normal
Podcast: Eat Right to Avoid Kidney Stones
Podcast: Heart Disease Plus ED May Raise Risk for Death
Podcast: Kids Feel Financial Downturn, Too
Podcast: Light Drinking Linked with Less Weight Gain in Midlife
Podcast: Notice Breast Changes? They May Be Normal
Podcast: Reaching Out May Help Those with Diabetes Live Longer
Podcast: Six Tips for the Summertime Athlete
Reaching Out May Help Those with Diabetes Live Longer
Six Tips for the Summertime Athlete
A Woman's Touch Encourages Financial Risk-Taking
As End of Life Nears, What to Do With Implanted Defibrillators?
Benefits of Good Child Care Extend Into Teen Years
Clinical Trials Update: May 14, 2010
Doctors Can Use Rotavirus Vaccine Again: FDA
Dyslexia Linked to Differences in Brain Circuitry
Good Hygiene Does Slow Spread of Pandemic Flu
Health Highlights: May 14, 2010
Health Tip: Celiac Disease May Trigger Serious Complications
Health Tip: Things That Can Trigger Lupus Flares
Listening to Mozart Won't Make Your Child Smarter
Low Umbilical Cord pH Tied to Death, Brain Damage
Most High Schoolers Today Cheat
Most Military Couples Satisfied With Their Relationships
Parent Involvement in Grade School Boosts Child's Social Skills
Primary Care Docs Handling More HIV Cases
Quick Weight Loss May Be Best for Long-Term Success
Research Reveals Secret of Spitting Cobras' Aim
Rotavirus Vaccine Helps Kids Avoid Severe Gastro Illness
Clinical Trials Update: May 13, 2010
Early Treatment With Clot-Busting Drug Best After Stroke
Effort to Cure Some Types of Hearing Loss Gets Big Boost
Genetic Pattern May Predict Leukemia Relapse
Health Highlights: May 13, 2010
Health Tip: Help Prevent Heat Rash
Health Tip: Why Do Some Diabetics Have Nerve Damage?
Herbal Supplements, Warfarin Can Be Hazardous Mix
Many Pregnant Woman Not Getting Enough Vitamin D
Racial Disparities Widen in Use of Asthma Treatments
Rate of Childhood Peanut Allergies More Than Triples
Small Changes in Two Genes May Trigger Breast Cancer
Sugar Before Shots Helps Infants Cope
Suicide Leading Cause of Violent Death: CDC
The Best Diet? That Depends on You
Tibetans' Genes Help Them Thrive at High Altitudes
Too Many Wouldn't Call 911 If Stroke Hit
Walgreens Postpones Plans to Sell Do-It-Yourself Genetic Test
Women Who Marry Younger Men May Die Earlier
A Tan Is Still Admired, Despite Risks
Amount of Infants' Food Intake Affected by Breastfeeding, Study Finds
Bone Drugs Not Linked to Rare Fractures
Brain Cell Study Explains 'Eureka' Moment
Caffeine Helps Shift Workers Avoid Mistakes
Clinical Trials Update: May 12, 2010
For Drug Company Whistleblowers, Hardship Often Follows
Green Light Exposure Can Reset Body Clock
Health Claims on Foods May Not Be Well-Grounded
Health Highlights: May 12, 2010
Health Tip: Before Using Cough Medicine
Health Tip: Prevent Traveler's Diarrhea
Impotence Drugs May Aid Brain Tumor Treatment
Interruptions Make Doctors Lose Track of Tasks
New Implanted Defibrillator May Be Simpler, Safer
Prevention Program Spares Seniors More Falls
Study Challenges Key Autism Theory
Talking to Mom by Phone May Relieve a Daughter's Stress
The 'Reality' of Sex Addiction Stirs Debate
Acupuncture Delivers Some Pain Relief
Almost Half of Deaths in Kids Under 5 Occur in 5 Countries
Barbara Walters' Prognosis Is Excellent, Doctors Say
Clinical Trials Update: May 11, 2010
Few High-Quality Studies on Food Allergies, Say Reviewers
Health Highlights: May 11, 2010
Health Tip: Before the Babysitter Cares for Your Child
Health Tip: Caring for a Broken Toe
New Alzheimer's Risk Genes Identified
Once-A-Year Vitamin D Megadose Ups Fracture Risk: Study
Overtime Boosts Heart Attack Risk
Preterm Birth Rates Declining, U.S. Report Shows
Prevention Gets Credit for Fewer Heart Deaths
Rhythmic Gymnastics May Help Girls Build Strong Bones
Sickle Cell Disease Tied to Cognitive Difficulties
Some Women Lack Strong Feelings About Motherhood
Strenuous Exercise May Stop Cellular Death
Tainted Lettuce Recall Expands
With Long-Term Exercise, Being 80 Is Just a Number
Women Often Miss Signs of Stroke
6 to 8 Hours of Shut-Eye Is Optimal for Health
Air Pollution Raises Risk of Heart Disease, Death
Bran Intake Helps Those With Diabetes
Breast-Fed Babies Know When to Say When
Clinical Trials Update: May 10, 2010
COPD Flare-Up May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
Eating Nuts May Help Cholesterol Levels
Fluctuating Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk
Health Highlights: May 10, 2010
Health Tip: Check Food Ingredient Labels
Health Tip: Sign Up Your Child for a Sport
Hookahs an Unhealthy Hit Among Privileged Young Adults
New Way to Eliminate Source of Asthma?
Older, Abused Women Suffer Poor Mental Health
Parkinson's Drugs Tied to Compulsive Behaviors
Restless Legs Syndrome Can Have Family Ties
Stomach Acid Drugs Come With Dangers, Studies Show
U.S. Cancer Costs Double in Two Decades
Does Mom Need Help to Stop Smoking?
Genetic Variants Tied to MS, Study Finds
Ingredient in Dark Chocolate Could Guard Against Stroke
High-Stress Jobs Tax Women's Hearts, Too
Obese Kids May Be More Likely to Snore
After Violent Death, Bereaved Should Decide Whether to View Body
Ankle Braces May Protect Girl Volleyball Players
Cancer Society Says U.S. Report Failed to Prove Health Risks
Clinical Trials Update: May 7, 2010
Depression After Heart Attack Tied to Brain Changes
Diabetes Test Results May Be Deceptive in Black Children
FDA Investigating Arizona Farm as Source of Tainted Lettuce
Gene Mutation Links Sporadic and Inherited ALS Cases
Gulf Oil Spill Could Threaten Human Health
Health Highlights: May 7, 2010
Health Tip: Spot the Signs of Deep Venous Thrombosis
Health Tip: Ways to Treat Positional Plagiocephaly
No Link Between Childhood Infections, Autism
No Link Between Coffee, Sodas and Colon Cancer
Obesity Behind Rise of 'Phantom' Brain Tumors in Children
Simple Test May Identify Breast Cancer Subtypes
Sleepless Nights Plague Assisted Living Residents
The Pill Turns 50
Three Genes Linked to Variations in Eye Color
Tumor Cells in Blood Affect Breast Cancer Survival
Brain Develops Differently in Fragile X Syndrome
Broccoli May Help Battle Breast Cancer
Clinical Trials Update: May 6, 2010
Could the Pill Lower a Woman's Sex Drive?
Drinking While Pregnant Tied to Rare Leukemia in Offspring
Genes Tie Blood Fat to Heart Disease
Genetic Research Sheds Light on Chronic Pain
Health Highlights: May 6, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
Health Tip: What Causes IBD?
Hepatitis Infections Behind U.S. Rise in Liver Cancer
Many Americans Say Stigma of Mental Illness Is Fading
Near-Wins May Trigger Problem Gamblers
Needle-Sharing by Sex Workers Tied to Spread of Syphilis
New Hormonal Contraceptive Approved
One Sleepless Night Ups Insulin Resistance
Pig Pancreas Cells Help Type 1 Diabetics
Scientists Map Neanderthal Genome
Study Disputes Link Between Milk and Kidney Cancer
U.S. Must Do More to Cut Cases of Environmental Cancers
Vitamin D Best Taken With Largest Meal of Day, Study Finds
When Your Mind Wanders, You Blink More
Anemia Drugs Hold Dangers for Kidney Patients
Babies' Responses to Prenatal Stress Differ by Gender
Bar Codes Cut Down on Hospital Medication Errors
Car Crashes Leading Cause of Teen Deaths in U.S.
Clinical Trials Update: May 5, 2010
Getting Closer to Cause of Tourette Syndrome
H1N1 Often Hit the Young and Healthy
Health Highlights: May 5, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Hearing Loss
Health Tip: Understanding Epilepsy
Heavier Birth Weight Tied to Later Conduct Troubles
If Your Spouse Gets Alzheimer's, You Might, Too
Inbreeding Possible Factor in Deaths of Darwin's Children
Overweight Kids More Likely to be Bullied
Poll Finds Sun Smarts Vary From City to City
Risks Rise for Other Surgeries After Stent Implants
Scientists Unravel Secret of HIV Resistance
Stress Hormones Predict Trouble for Kids Left in Abusive Homes
Substance Abuse in Mexican Americans Differs by Gender
Abortion Rates Rising Among the Poor
Azithromycin Doesn't Always Help Lungs in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Clinical Trials Update: May 4, 2010
FDA Found Bacteria in Ingredients for Recalled Tylenol, Benadryl
H1N1 Fears Led to Overcrowded ERs
Health Highlights: May 4, 2010
Health Tip: Keep Your Child Safe in the Backyard
Health Tip: When to See a Doctor for a Knee Injury
Hospitals Falling Short on Heart Patients' Follow-Up Care
Many Unaware of Local Stroke Centers
Men With HPV at Higher Risk for HIV, Study Finds
Misinformation About Vaccine Safety Puts Kids at Risk of Illness
New Test for Colon Cancer Under Development
No One Antidepressant Raises Suicide Risk More Than Others
Pneumonia Shot Won't Help Lower Men's Heart Risks
Smoking While Pregnant May Raise Psychiatric Risks in Kids
Stomach Cancer on the Rise Among Young, White Adults
Surgery for Treatable Dementia Might Also Help in Alzheimer's
Aggressive Action Urged When Evaluating Breast Lesions
Aspirin May Increase Risk of Crohn's Disease
Bullies Target Obese Kids
Clinical Trials Update: May 3, 2010
Ear Damage a Downside of Roller Coaster Rides
Effects of TV, Drug Exposures in Early Life May Be Long-Lasting
FDA Reviews Side Effects From Prostate Cancer Therapy
For Younger Women, Mammograms Not Too Effective: Study
Health Highlights: May 3, 2010
Health Tip: Seeing a Doctor About Eye Pain
Health Tip: Why Your Child is Coughing
'Healthy' Pre-Diabetics Still Face Heart Disease Threat
Human Growth Hormone Does Boost Athletic Performance
Involved Parents Less Likely to Raise Bullies
Magnet Therapy May Ease Hard-to-Treat Depression
New Parasite Screening Test Approved
Not All Mosquitoes Deterred by DEET
Obesity a Bigger Threat to Kids in Southern States
Parent Error Common When Medicating Chronically Ill Kids
Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
Radiation Risks Nearly Double for Younger CT Scan Patients
Smoking Ups Risk of Second Breast Cancer
Colon Polyps More Common in Hispanic Men Than Women
Colonoscopy Prep in a Pill May Be Easier to Swallow
Kids Raised by Relatives Face Increased Health Risks
Kids Suffer When Parents Choose Between Health Care, Bills
Many Kids With Hepatitis C Are Missed
Parents of Autistic Children Turning to Alternative Treatments
Child Abuse Head Injuries Rise as Economy Falls
Comprehensive Plan May Help Control Children's Asthma
DHA Supplements for Mom Good for Preemies
Drug Maker Recalls More Than 40 Allergy, Cold Meds for Kids
Eye Disease Rates High Among Latino Americans
Health Highlights: May 1, 2010
Olive Oil May Protect Against Bowel Disease
Probiotics Beneficial for Tiniest Preemies
Teens' Facebook Sex Talk May Not Be Just Talk
An Underlying Cause for Psychopaths?
Clinical Trials Update: April 30, 2010
Gender Differences Show in Risk of Narcotic Abuse
Genome Scan Gives Man Insight Into Future Health Risks
Grandparents Play Vital Role for Autistic Children
Health Highlights: April 30, 2010
Health Tip: If You Have Fibromyalgia
Health Tip: Understanding Impetigo
'Killer' Fungus Not So Deadly
Local Anesthetic May Relieve PTSD Symptoms
Motor Skills Lag in Poor Preschoolers
Nasal Saline Rinses Reduce Ear Infections in Kids
New Hope for Infertile Young Women
Rates of Premature Adult Death Declining Worldwide
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
Why Spouses of Dialysis Patients Get Kidney Disease Too
Adding Surgery to Meds May Improve Life With Parkinson's
Artificial Legs Now a Reality for Pets
Canadians Leading Longer, Healthier Lives Than Americans
Cancer Risk After Kidney Transplant Unaffected by Type of Drug Treatment
Clinical Trials Update: April 29, 2010
Exercise, Weight Control May Keep Fibromyalgia at Bay
Health Highlights: April 29, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That You Might Have Pancreatitis
Health Tip: Use Warfarin Safely
Low Testosterone Raises Heart Death Rates in Impotent Men
Mere Sight of Sick Person May Boost Immune System
New Finding Could Mark Shift in Alzheimer's Research
Provenge Approved for Advanced Prostate Cancer
Record Number of Americans Got Flu Shots, CDC Says
Scientists Find Cause of Involuntary Mirror Movements
Severe Morning Sickness Passed From Moms to Daughters
Sunlight May Play Role in Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Watch Your Cholesterol, Your Blood Pressure ... and This Enzyme?
Air Quality Better in Northeast, Midwest
Breakthrough in Predicting Invasive Breast Cancer
Chewing Khat Linked to Severe Liver Damage
Clinical Trials Update: April 28, 2010
Drug a New Treatment Option for Diabetic Eye Disease
Even Moderate Drinking Puts Many Older Adults at Risk
Health Highlights: April 28, 2010
Health Tip: Foods to Avoid If You Have Ulcerative Colitis
Health Tip: Managing Shoulder Arthritis
HPV Test Beats Pap Smear for Cancer Screening
Kids’ Sports Concussions Can Have Long-Term Costs
New Clues Shed Light on Sperm Function, Male Fertility
Pigs Yield Clues to Cystic Fibrosis-Related Lung Disease
Radiofrequency Device Approved for Severe Chronic Asthma
Scientists Discover Substance That Causes Pain
Tight Blood Sugar Control May Not Harm Diabetics
Twins Study Points to Environmental Cause for MS
Typical Male Behavior Comes From Estrogen, Too
Vitamin E Helps Treat Common Liver Disease
Anemia Harder to Treat in Black Children With Kidney Disease
Bone Stem Cells Located
Calcium Scan Improves Heart Risk Prediction
Clinical Trials Update: April 27, 2010
Educational Program Urges Parents to Immunize Kids
Experimental Drug Offers Hope for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Health Highlights: April 27, 2010
Health Tip: Prevent Exposure to Poison Ivy
Health Tip: Understanding Organic Foods
High-Dose Vitamin B Risky for Diabetics With Kidney Disease
Imaging Costs Soar for Medicare Cancer Patients
Mediterranean Diet Helps Protect Aging Brain
One Sigmoidoscopy Boosts Colon Cancer Survival Odds
OTC Drugs May Work Differently in Obese Kids
Scalpels in Hand, Robots Take to the ER
Steroids Could Harm Heart's Pumping Ability
Antidepressants May Improve Heart Health
Arteries Age Twice as Fast in Smokers
Botox Injections May Relieve Tennis Elbow Pain
Breast Cancer Risks Not Same for Hispanic Women
Brown Rice Tied to Better Heart Health in Study
Chocolate a Sweet Pick-Me-Up for the Depressed
Clinical Trials Update: April 26, 2010
Four Unhealthy Behaviors Linked to Premature Death
Health Highlights: April 26, 2010
Health Tip: Offering Baby a Pacifier
Health Tip: Reduce Dietary Sugar
Interrupting a Nurse Makes Medication Errors More Likely
Laughter Can Stimulate a Dull Appetite
Moving Closer to a Urine Test for Colon Cancer
Nearly Half of U.S. Adults Have Heart Risk Factors
Study Makes Strides in Understanding Ovarian Cancer
Test Spots Potential Organ Donors Among Coma Patients
Watching R-Rated Movies May Lead to Early Alcohol Use
Smoking May Be in Your Genes
Time to Remind Teens About Sun Protection
Drinking Green Tea May Protect Eyes
Noncardiac Chest Pain May Warrant More Management: Study
After Teeth Are Pulled, Platelet-Rich Plasma May Speed Healing
Allergy-Linked Mouth Breathing Spells Trouble for Kids
Cancer Drug Seems to Work by Activating Virus
Cat Allergy Doesn't Have to Mean Giving Up Kitty
Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 23, 2010
Early Surgery Best for Children With Hearing Loss
Health Highlights: April 22, 2010
Health Tip: Help Prevent Atherosclerosis
Health Tip: Understanding PCOS
How, When Child Develops Autism May Determine Outcomes
Injection Helps Treat Hard-to-Control Type 2 Diabetes
LeAnn Rimes Brings Battle With Psoriasis to Center Stage
Magnetic Fields Concentrate Drug Delivery
Martial Arts Training May Save Seniors' Hips
MRSA More Likely to Lurk in Certain Patients
Premature Birth Ups Risk of Long-Term Breathing Problems
Better Teachers Make for Stronger Young Readers
Black Women Wait Longer for Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment
Cell Transplantation Eyed as Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 22, 2010
Dreams Could Give Learning a Boost
Flying With Needles and Meds Can Raise Security Flags
Health Highlights: April 22, 2010
Health Tip: I've Got a Toothache
Health Tip: Managing Chickenpox Discomfort
Motorcycle Fatalities Drop Sharply in U.S.
New Migraine Drug Might Be Safer for Some
Potentially Lethal Airborne Fungus May Spread to California
Remedy Needed for Overdiagnosis of Cancers
Restaurant Sushi May Have More Mercury Than Store-Bought Fare
Review Panel Leaves Controversial Lyme Disease Guidelines Unchanged
Traffic Seems to Make Kids' Asthma Worse
Younger Workers Face Higher Injury, Death Rates
Youngest Preemies' Survival Rate Unchanged
Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 21, 2010
FDA to Broaden Disclosure on Advisers' Conflicts of Interest
Few Over 50 Get Skin Cancer Screenings
Gene-Targeted Therapy Might Help Prevent Paralysis
Health Highlights: April 21, 2010
Health Tip: Signs That Baby is Teething
Health Tip: Treating a Corn
Heavy Alcohol Use Linked to Cancer
In Early Test, New Hepatitis C Drug Shows Promise
Levels of Self-Esteem May Fluctuate Over Time
Managing Type 1 Diabetes Can Stress Teens
More U.S. Women May Be Obese Than Thought
New Form of Painkiller May Fight Colon Cancer
Skin Condition Vitiligo Tied to Immune System Dysfunction
Stroke Victims Fail to Recognize Symptoms
Studies Confirm Link Between Breast Density and Cancer
Study Finds Patients Breathe Easier After Weight-Loss Surgery
Vaccine Now Misses Many Pneumococcal Infections in Kids
Voluntary Ethics Code Set for Medical Organizations
Wounded Soldier Spared Diabetes With Emergency Transplant
Acne Patients Happy With Online Follow-Up Care
Added Sugars in Diet Threaten Heart Health
'Brain Games' Do Not Make You Smarter
Clinical Trials Update: April 20, 2010
Earlier Detection of Breast Cancer May Be Possible
Early Tracheotomy Doesn't Change Outcome for Patients on Ventilators
Experts Urge FDA to Lower Salt in American Diet
FDA Tightens Oversight of Home Medical Devices
H1N1 Flu Hit Pregnant Women Hard
Health Highlights: April 20, 2010
Health Tip: Using Decongestants
Health Tip: Why Are My Gums Bleeding?
Many Don't Take Blood Thinner After Getting Stents
Meat Lovers Face Greater Risk of Bladder Cancer
New Guidelines Issued on Hormone Receptor Testing for Breast Cancer
Olive Oil May Be Key to Mediterranean Diet's Benefits
Recordings of Pre-Surgery Meetings Ease Anxieties
Steady Weight Gain Boosts Late-Life Breast Cancer Risk
Tailored Therapy May Help More Stop Smoking
Teen Inhalant Use Drops by One-Third in U.S.
Weather Might Influence Prostate Cancer
Weight Gain, Smoking May Make Prostate Cancer Deadlier
Analysis Finally Clears Donner Party of Rumored Cannibalism
Clinical Trials Update: Apr. 19, 2010
Day Care Centers Too Quick to Send Mildly Ill Kids Home
Diabetes Drug May Help Prevent Lung Cancer
Fatal Choking a Real Risk Among Toddlers
Gene Variant Linked to Thinking Skills in Elderly
Genetics, Psychology May Trigger ADHD
Health Highlights: April 19, 2010
Health Tip: Be Careful Taking Laxatives
Health Tip: What May Be Behind Hives
Kids Could Overdose From Nicotine-Laced 'Candy'
Lung Cancer Increase in Women Tied to Genes, Estrogen
More Die After Colon Surgery at Teaching Hospitals: Study
New Risk Factors for Colon Cancer Studied
New Test May Predict Prostate Cancer's Aggressiveness
Raloxifene, Tamoxifen Both Guard Against Breast Cancer
Resistant Ringworm Common in Urban Elementary Schools
Secondhand Smoke Boosts Sinusitis Risk
Tanning Bed Use Might Become Addictive
1 in 4 Chronically Ill Elderly Lives Alone
Matching Tumor Types to Drugs Boosts Lung Cancer Outcomes
Supplements Might Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Vaccine Stops Tumor Spread in Mice
Are Male Marathoners More Competitive Than Women?
Smart Soccer Goalies Should Wear Red
Abnormal Heart Rhythm Linked to Alzheimer's
Cholesterol Drugs May Slow MS
Clinical Trials Update: April 16, 2010
Device Avoids Open-Heart Surgery When Artificial Valve Fails
Health Highlights: April 16, 2010
Health Tip: At Risk for Gestational Diabetes?
Health Tip: Caregivers, Take Time to Relax
Hospitalization Appears to Help Personality Disorder Patients
'Love Handles' Can Come in Handy for Breast Reconstruction
Morphine May Protect Brains of People With HIV
Most Teen Bloggers Play It Safe Online
Obesity Epidemic May Cut Life Spans of Young Adults
'Off-the-Charts' Pollen Counts Bring Misery to Millions
Public Defibrillators Save Lives
Respiratory Infections Major Cause of Childhood Deaths
Robot-Aided Therapy Can Help Patients Years After Stroke
Tainted Produce More Common for Low-Income Shoppers
Thin Girls May Face Higher Breast Cancer Risk as Adults
Visual 'Noise' May Overexcite Those With Migraine
A Happy Mind May Equal a Healthy Heart
Aspirin May Increase Survival Odds After Breast Cancer
Being 'Blinded By Jealousy' Can Be Real
Brain Area That May Delay Need for Gratification Found
B-Vitamins Help Protect Against Stroke, Heart Disease
Chlamydia Often Overlooked in Young Men
Clinical Trials Update: April 15, 2010
Do Statins Lower Male Sex Drive?
E. Coli Declines, but Other Foodborne Illnesses a Worry
Even 9-Month-Olds Choose 'Gender-Specific' Toys
Experts Urge Fixes for Clinical Trials System in 'Crisis'
Friends, Not Grandkids, Key to Happy Retirement
Hazardous Cigar and Pipe Smoking Has Gained in Popularity
Health Highlights: April 15, 2010
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Sleep Apnea?
Health Tip: It Hurts When I Urinate
How Virus Puts the 'Pink' in Pink Eye
Many Doctors Not Using Colon Cancer Test Properly
Midlife Exercise Heralds Healthy Aging
Missing DNA Linked to Wide Range of Epilepsy Disorders
Most People Unaware They've Had a Minor Stroke
Multitasking Has Its Limits
Protein May Help Control Weight
Safer Patients Mean Fewer Malpractice Suits
Video Games Before Bed May Not Shortchange Slumber
Better Treatment Found for Crohn's Disease
Can Asthma Affect Your Mental Health?
Childhood Strokes: More Common Than Parents Know
Clearer Picture of Cancer Leads to Drop in Rates
Clinical Trials Update: April 14, 2010
Depression and Smoking Go Hand in Hand in U.S.
Gene Mutation Ups Risk of Sudden Death in People with Epilepsy
Genome Sequencing Reveals How Breast Cancer Spreads
Health Highlights: April 14, 2010
Health Tip: Coping With Postpartum Depression
Health Tip: Travel Wisely
Hormone Therapy May Fight Resistant Prostate Cancer
Job Stress Might Actually Help You Smoke Less
Maternal Deaths Continue to Decline
New Alzheimer's Gene Identified
Play Creatively as a Kid, Be a Healthier Adult
Podcast: A Happy Mind May Equal a Healthy Heart
Podcast: Aspirin May Increase Survival Odds After Breast Cancer
Podcast: Can Asthma Affect Your Mental Health?
Podcast: Childhood Strokes: More Common Than Parents Know
Podcast: Hazardous Cigar and Pipe Smoking Has Gained in Popularity
Podcast: Midlife Exercise Heralds Healthy Aging
Podcast: Revised Guidelines for Gestational Diabetes Could Triple Cases
Prostate Cancer Patients at Higher Risk of Blood Clots
Quantity, Not Quality, of Online Posts Builds Popularity
Revised Guidelines for Gestational Diabetes Could Triple Cases
Study Explores Possibility of a Female Viagra
Study Offers Insights Into Male Pattern Baldness
Test May Measure Suicidal Tendencies
Treatment Eases Involuntary Laughing, Crying Tied to Alzheimer's, MS
Blacks Hit Hardest by Lung Cancer
Clinical Trials Update: April 13, 2010
Corneal Transplant Not Hurt by Long Preservation Time
DNA Test Misses Virus That Causes Hearing Loss
Even As Memory Fades, Emotions Linger
Guillain-Barre Syndrome Very Rare After H1N1 Vaccine
Health Highlights: April 13, 2010
Health Tip: Prevent Air Bag Injuries in Children
Health Tip: Things That May Trigger Fainting
Hormones Tied to Diabetes Might Also Influence Fertility
Kids With Rare Condition Lack Racial Prejudice
Magnets Might Boost Stem Cell Therapy
Malpractice Fears Can Influence Medical Practice
Money Worries Delay Heart Attack Treatment
Pancreaze Approved for Lack of Pancreatic Enzymes
Smoking Bans May Be Boosting Public Health
Smoking May Erase Heart Benefits of Light Drinking
Study Finds Military Prone to Infection With H1N1 Flu
Study Shows Some Anti-Seizure Meds Raise Suicide Risk
U.S. Hospitals Get Low Marks on Curbing Infections
Weight-Loss Surgery May Ease Childbirth Risks
Antidepressants May Ease Damage From Stroke
Clinical Trials Update: April 12, 2010
Docs Issue Guidelines for Drivers With Dementia
Early Detection May Prevent Preemie Vision Problems
Finding Good Migraine Care a Headache for the Uninsured
Gene Variant May Raise Risk of Common Eye Disease
Health Highlights: April 12, 2010
Health Tip: Create a Cross-Training Routine
Health Tip: Helping COPD
Healthy Diet Could Cut Alzheimer's Disease Risk
Kids' Suicide Risk Same for All Antidepressants
Many Hispanics Lack Access to Colon Cancer Screening
Many Terminal Cancer Patients May Be Overtreated
Many With Serious Eating Disorders Could Go Undiagnosed
Poverty Can Slow Kids' Normal Development
Simple Carbs Pose Heart Risk for Women
Spanking May Make a Child More Aggressive
Study Questions Use of Heart Device Implants in the Very Old
Teen Drinking May Boost Breast Problems Later
A Simple 'Thank You' Brings Rewards to All
Help Your Kids Stay Active
Severe Arterial Disease Found in Younger Adults
Shyness May Be Rooted in Brain Processing
Child Obesity Soaring in Rural America
Clinical Trials Update: April 9, 2010
Flu Vaccine With Both B Strains May Offer Better Protection
Gulf War Syndrome Is Real, But Causes Unclear: Report
Health Highlights: April 9, 2010
Health Tip: Ward Off Hypoglycemia