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Body Building, Diet Supplements Linked to Liver Damage: Study
Colonoscopy May Detect Curable Cancer in Elderly: Study
Do Bald Men Face Higher Risk of Prostate Cancer?
Health Highlights: May 22, 2012
Health Tip: Eat a Healthy Diet When Nursing
Health Tip: Take a Walk!
Hepatitis C Causing Liver Damage in Greater Numbers: Study
Injury-Linked Deaths Vary Widely Among States
Men Can Still Ask for PSA Test, and Some Should, Doctors Say
Middle-Aged Diabetics May Need Earlier Colon Checks
No Progress in Reducing U.S. Motorcycle Deaths: Report
Spider-Phobes May Get Quick Relief
Study Ties Genes to Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, Prostate Cancer Risk
U.S. Liver Transplants Declining
Birth Control Pills, HRT Tied to Digestive Ills
COPD Can Put a Damper on Sex Life
Could Compound in Artificial Sweeteners Worsen Crohn's Disease?
Dieting May Lower Hormone Levels Tied to Breast Cancer
Health Highlights: May 21, 2012
Health Tip: Comforting Baby's Pain
Health Tip: Use Proper Form When Running
More Research Points to Long-Term Ills With Bone Drugs
Moveable Magnets Used to Forge Gastric Bypass in Pigs
New Blood Thinner May Lower Chances of Clots in High-Risk Heart Patients: FDA
Night Staffing With Critical Care Docs May Lower ICU Death Rates
Obese More Likely to Be Diagnosed With Advanced Thyroid Cancer
Obese Teens Can Have Heart Damage Without Showing Signs
Severe Gum Disease, Impotence May Be Linked
Statins May Help Prevent Enlarged Prostate: Study
Study Supports Value of Sigmoidoscopy, an Alternative to Colonoscopy
Teens' Love of Loud Music Tied to Drinking, Drug Abuse
U.S. Advisers Say 'No' to Routine PSA Tests for Prostate Cancer
U.S. Teens Heading for Heart Trouble: Study
Vigorous Exercise Might Keep Psoriasis at Bay
Breathing Smog While Pregnant May Worsen Asthma in Offspring
Screening for Lung Cancer Might Benefit Those at Highest Risk
Sleep Apnea Linked to Higher Cancer Death Risk
Study Ties Secondhand Smoke to Bladder Irritation in Kids
Keeping Your Family Safe From Dog Bites
'Bad' Fat May Hurt Brain Function Over Time
Chronic Heartburn May Boost Risk for Esophageal Cancer
Fees Lead Some Kids to Skip After-School Sports: Survey
Females, Young Athletes Take Longer to Get Over Concussions
From One Generation to the Next, Dental Care Changes
Gene Tests May Not Drive Patients to More Medical Care
Health Highlights: May 18, 2012
Health Tip: Keep Cloth Grocery Totes Clean
Health Tip: Log Migraine Details in a Diary
Healthy Dieting in Pregnancy May Be Helpful
Melanoma a Big Threat to Older Men
Military Marriages Stay Strong in Face of Challenges: Study
One-Third of U.S. Homeless Population Is Obese: Study
Research With Dogs Points to Early Test for Arthritis
Test Baby Boomers for Hepatitis C, Says CDC
Tiny Tots in the Dentist's Chair Among Changes in Pediatric Dentistry
Underage Drinkers Can Easily Order Alcohol From the Internet
Athletes Really Do Play Through the Pain
Being Obese May Make Job Search Tougher
Benefits of Widespread Statin Use Outweigh Risks: Study
Diabetes Can Take a Toll on Your Emotions
Drowning Is Leading Cause of Kids' Accidental Death: CDC
Early Study Hints at Link Between Certain Sunscreens, Endometriosis
FDA Approves Generic Versions of Plavix
Fewer Young Americans Smoking, Survey Finds
'Fish Pedicure' a Recipe for Bacterial Infection, Researchers Warn
Generic Versions of Blood-Thinning Plavix Approved
Health Highlights: May 17, 2012
Health Tip: Avoid Cross-Contaminating Food
Health Tip: Get the Most From Your Nap
It's Not Just What You Eat, It's When You Eat, Mouse Study Finds
Looking Away As You Get Needle Does Lower Pain, Study Shows
OSHA's Safety Tests Protect Workers at Little Cost: Study
Parents Often Lose Sleep Over Child's Epilepsy, Study Finds
Study Explores Distraction's Role in Pain Relief
Advanced Prostate Cancer Drug May Help at Earlier Stage
'Blast Wind' Linked to Chronic Brain Injuries in Military
CDC Lowers Lead-Poisoning Threshold for Kids
Could Nasal Spray of 'Love Hormone' Treat Autism?
Daily Coffee May Help Keep Grim Reaper Away
Developmental Woes Common in Siblings of Children With Autism
Dinosaurs May Have Suffered From Arthritis
Education Is Key to Health: Report
Experimental Drug Helps Fight Some Childhood Cancers, Study Finds
Genetic Test May Spot Raised Autism Risk
Head Blows May Hamper Learning in College Athletes
Health Highlights: May 16, 2012
Health Tip: When Physical Therapy Ends
Health Tip: When Should I Wash My Hands?
Many Parents of Kids With Autism Don't Put Faith in Pediatricians
Many Primary Care Docs Don't Know Long-Term Effects of Chemo: Survey
Palpitations May Signal Future Heart Rhythm Problem
Paralyzed Patients Use Mind to Move Robotic Arm
Sleepwalking a Common Phenomenon in Adults
Some People Really Might Have 'Gaydar'
Study Links Antibiotic to Slight Rise in Heart Patients' Death Risk
Study Shows MS Patients at Most Risk for Drug-Linked Brain Illness
Two-Drug Combo May Be Safe for Melanoma Treatment
U.S. Bests Canada, Europe in Drug Approvals
Urban Hospitals May Act as Breeding Ground for MRSA
Are Post-Angioplasty Stress Tests Unnecessary?
Asthma Cases Continue to Rise in U.S., Affecting Millions
Beijing's Olympic Smog Shows Pollution's Effect on Health
Blacks, Hispanics Have Higher Colon Polyp Risk Than Previously Thought
Doctors Restore Some Hand Function to Quadriplegic Patient
FDA Panel Backs At-Home HIV Test
Fitness Fights High Blood Pressure, Even With Family History
Genes Might Be Key to Parkinson's Spread
Health Highlights: May 15, 2012
Health Tip: Exercising in the Heat
Health Tip: Put the Brakes on Drowsy Driving
Inhaled Steroids Lead to Big Drop in Asthma Deaths at Texas Hospital: Study
Plavix's New Generic Status Could Be Boon for Patients
Steroid Nasal Sprays Show Small Benefit for Sinusitis: Study
Trial Set to See if Drug Can Prevent Alzheimer's
Two-Drug Combo Helps Teens With Migraines
U.S. Assistance to Africa Cut AIDS-Related Deaths: Study
U.S. Task Force Issues Blood Pressure Guidelines
A Little More Education, a Little Longer Life?
Acupuncture May Help Ease Symptoms of COPD
Baby Bottles, Pacifiers, Sippy Cups Can Injure
Back Pain Therapy Often Yields Early Benefits: Study
'Button' Batteries Sending More Kids to ER: Study
Common Blood Pressure Drugs May Not Cut Colon Cancer Risk
Employment Prospects Dim for Young Adults With Autism
Eye Changes May Predict Heart Disease in Blacks With Diabetes
FDA Issues Multiple Sclerosis Drug Alert
For Dementia Patients, Feeding Tubes May Increase Bed Sores
Health Highlights: May 14, 2012
Health Tip: How to Wash Your Hands Properly
Health Tip: Tame Your Food Cravings
People With HIV at Higher Odds of Sudden Cardiac Death
Pot Might Help Ease Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
Researchers Test Laxative-Free Colon Scan
Secondhand Smoke May Harm Heart Function
'Self-Managing' COPD Might Pose Risks, Study Suggests
Sleepwalking in Adults More Common Than Thought
Some Sports May Help Protect Men's Bones
In Rat Study, Eye Device Shows Promise for Restoring Sight
With Weights, You Can Lighten Your Load
Does Your Child Have Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?
Shape Up, Safely, for Summer
Availability of Beds, Poverty Drive Costly Hospital Readmissions
Blacks Less Likely to Get Help on Scene After Cardiac Arrest: Study
'Email Vacations' Boost Job Productivity, Lower Stress: Study
First, Second Kidney Transplants Have Similar Success: Study
Health Highlights: May 11, 2012
Health Tip: Having an Allergy to Medication
Health Tip: Help Prevent Gas in Babies
Is Combining Hysterectomy and a Tummy Tuck Safe?
Lifesaving Defibrillators Often Not Nearby When Needed
Older People With Dementia Cared for Mostly at Home
Oxygen Therapy Slows Type 1 Diabetes in Mice, Study Says
Sex After Heart Attack? Doc's OK May Be Key
Sooner Is Better for Controlling Obese Kids' Weight: Study
Weight-Loss Surgery May Also Help Menstruation, Skin, Hair
Women Exposed to Violence Might Have More Risky Sex
Black Africans Less Apt to Develop Heart Rhythm Disorder Than Whites
Blood Clot Risk Linked to Some Non-Pill Contraceptives
Clot-Buster Doesn't Raise Bleeding Risk in Warfarin Patients: Study
FDA Advisers Back Pill to Help Prevent HIV Infection
FDA Issues Warning on Controversial MS Treatment
FDA Panel Gives Blessing to New Weight-Loss Drug
Fitness in Middle Age Lowers Medical Costs Later: Study
Gut Bugs Might Influence Child's Odds for Obesity
Health Highlights: May 10, 2012
Health Tip: Do I Need the Meningococcal Vaccine?
Health Tip: When Your Knee is Unstable
Induced Labor Late in Pregnancy Has Pros, Cons
Many Women Still Smoke During Pregnancy
Many Young Adults at Risk of Skin Cancer: CDC
New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise in Trial
Only Half of Meds Taken by Kids Have 'Adequate' Safety Info: Study
Scleroderma Complications Worse in Blacks Than Whites: Study
Smell Tests Don't Predict Alzheimer's, Study Finds
Stem Cell Study Shows Promising Results Against Heart Failure
Strides Made in Diagnosing, Treating Lupus
Angioplasty May Be Risky for Those With Poor Leg Circulation
Can Testosterone Therapy Help Obese Men Lose Weight?
Colon Cancer Gaps for Blacks, Whites Largely Due to Screening
Evolution May Explain 'Runner's High,' Study Says
FDA Seeks Less Radiation for Kids Getting X-Rays, CT Scans
FDA Seems to Back Pill to Help Prevent HIV
Health Highlights: May 9, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Chronic Ear Infections
Health Tip: Make Sure Your Child's Bike is the Right Size
Infection Causes 1 in 6 Cancers Worldwide: Study
IUDs Work as Emergency Contraceptive: Review
Longer Commutes Drive Up Health Risks
New Drug Shows Promise for Myeloma Patients
Norovirus Outbreak Traced to Reusable Grocery Bag
Pot Belly Boosts Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death: Study
Rate of Hospitalizations for Stroke Has Declined in U.S.
Response to First Treatment May Predict Epilepsy's Course
Scientists Map Melanoma's Genome
Statins May Help Prevent Irregular Heartbeat in Elderly
Study: Kids Who Sleep in Parents' Bed Less Likely to Be Overweight
Wheelchair Breakdowns on the Rise, Study Finds
Cancer Cells in Bloodstream Show Great Diversity: Study
Could Eating Fast Increase Diabetes Risk?
Exercise May Boost Survival in Breast, Colon Cancer Patients
Eye Color May Help Predict Vitiligo Risk
Half of U.S. Counties Have No Ob-Gyn: Study
Health Highlights: May 8, 2012
Health Tip: What's Causing My Muscle Cramps?
Health Tip: When Gardening Triggers Back Pain
Home Birth Poses Danger for Higher-Risk Pregnancies: Study
Irregular Heartbeat Poses Greater Stroke Risk for Women Than Men
IUD Use Tied to Modest Weight Loss
Probiotic Products May Prevent Antibiotic-Linked Diarrhea
Screening Women for Domestic Violence Could Help Prevent Abuse
Sperm Collide Along Liquid Maze on Way to Fertilize Egg
That Long Commute May Be Harming Your Health
T-Shirt, Gift Card Giveaways Raise Blood Drives' Success
U.S. Report Outlines Strategies to Prevent Obesity
42% of Americans Could Be Obese by 2030: CDC
Aim Skin Cancer Warnings at the Young, Too, Experts Say
Birth Defect Rates Vary Depending on Fertility Treatment: Study
Depression in Mid-Life Linked to Higher Odds for Later Dementia
Exercise Can Help Fight Heart Failure
For Healthier Eating, Keep Fruits, Veggies Within Reach
Having a 'Purpose in Life' May Help Shield You From Dementia
Health Highlights: May 7, 2012
Health Tip: When Baby Has a Fever
Health Tip: Work on Good Posture
Kids Most Likely to Start Abusing Painkillers at 16: Study
Living Near Major Roads May Shorten Heart Attack Survival
Lots of TV May Harm Kids' Diet
People Love Talking About Themselves, Brain Scans Show
Study: More Pre-Teens Get Vaccines When Middle Schools Require Them
U.S. Obesity Rate Set to Soar, Costing Billions: CDC
Using Earplugs Eases ICU Patients' Confusion: Study
Zinc Pills May Shorten Colds, Analysis Suggests
Doctors Urge Routine Skin Screenings
Research May Point to New Obesity Treatments
City Bike-Share Riders Seldom Wear Helmets
A Heart Disease Veteran at Just Age 12
Attitude May Be Key to Overweight Girls' Risk of Depression
Germs Behind Urinary Tract Infections Becoming More Resistant to Drugs
Health Highlights: May 4, 2012
Health Tip: Make TV Time Exercise Time
Health Tip: Managing a Hammertoe
High Blood Pressure Risk Factors That May Surprise You
Mammograms Beat Thermography for Breast Cancer Detection: Study
Men's Breast Cancer Often More Deadly, Study Suggests
More College-Educated Women Having Children
Obese Drivers Less Likely to Buckle Up: Study
Older Lung Cancer Patients Less Likely to Be Treated
Prenatal Smoking Linked to High-Functioning Autism in Kids
Psychiatric Patients Often Wait Nearly 12 Hours in ER
Rising Obesity Rates Might Mean More Rheumatoid Arthritis
Screening for Other Health Problems May Aid COPD Survival
Swaddling Infants Too Tightly May Cause Hip Problems
Today's Kids May Be Destined for Adult Heart Disease
Antipsychotics Do Help Many With Schizophrenia, Study Finds
'Blond Genes' May Vary Around the World
Health Highlights: May 3, 2012
Health Tip: Be Alert for Signs of Preeclampsia
Health Tip: Recognize Early Signs of Autism
HIV Drug Tenofovir Safe During Pregnancy, Study Suggests
Hot Flashes More Likely for Certain Smokers, Study Says
In Some Brain Bleeds, Patients Do Better at High-Volume Hospitals
Joggers Live Longer, Study Says
Many Breast Cancer Patients in Their 40s Aren't 'High-Risk': Study
Migraines More Likely for People With Celiac Disease, Study Says
More Teen Girls Using Contraceptives: CDC
New Clues to the Evolution of the Human Brain
New Guidelines Issued for Severe Lupus
Overly Long Pregnancies Linked to Behavioral Problems in Toddlers
Positive Thinking, Persistence Pay Off in Job Search: Study
Researchers Rejuvenate Blood-Forming Stem Cells in Mice
U.S. Health Care Spending High, But Quality Lags: Report
Why You Overeat Even When You're Full
Aspirin as Effective as Warfarin for Heart Failure: Study
Clues to 'Slacker' Behavior Found in Brain, Study Says
Dengue Fever a Major Cost Burden in Puerto Rico
Eating More Foods Rich in Omega-3s May Lower Alzheimer's Risk: Study
Energy and Sports Drinks Eat Away at Teeth, Study Finds
Genes Might Cause Some to Shun Pork
Health Highlights: May 2, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Back Pain
Health Tip: Watch for Symptoms of Seizure
'Iceman' Mummy Yields Oldest Human Blood Cells
Less Invasive Heart Valve Replacement Works for Elderly: Study
Lower-Dose Radioiodine Effective Against Thyroid Cancer
On the Rise: More Babies Born Addicted to Painkillers
Once-Banned Bird Flu Study Suggests Pandemic Threat Is Real
Scientists Spot How Cox-2 Painkillers Raise Heart Risks
Study Finds Direct Link Between Obesity, Heart Disease
Study Redefines What a Healthy Vagina Is
Study: Gene Therapy for HIV Safe, But Effectiveness Still Unclear
U.S. Ranks 131st in World for Premature Birth Rate
Who's the Dad? First-Trimester Blood Test May Tell
Women Can Waive Test Before Incontinence Surgery: Study
Analysis Finds Clinical Trials Often Small, of Poor Quality
Arthritis in Children Linked to Infections
Better Ways Needed to Track Drug Safety: Report
Can Blood Test Predict Breast Cancer Risk?
Elelyso Approved for Gaucher Disease
Exercise Plus Computer Time May Boost Seniors' Brains
Fish Oil Doesn't Cut Failure Rate of Hemodialysis Grafts
For Breast Cancer Care, Radiation of Whole Breast May Be Best
Health Care Disparities Might Affect Black Kids' Cancer Survival
Health Highlights: May 1, 2012
Health Tip: Don't Forget Aerobic Exercise
Health Tip: Taking the Kids for a Shopping Cart Ride
Healthy Weight Loss May Also Cut Your Cancer Risk
How That Glass of Red Wine Might Help You Live Longer
Many Asthmatic Kids Harmed by Secondhand Smoke: Study
Seniors Undertreated for Asthma, and Many Skip Inhalers: Study
Study Downplays Risk of CT Scans
Tasers Can Trigger Fatal Heart Trouble, Study Says
Women More Likely to Survive Melanoma Than Men: Study
Anxiety, Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand With Arthritis
Children Usually Excluded From Clinical Drug Trials: Study
Exercise Twice a Day Vital for Your Dog's Health, Expert Says
Having Kids Doesn't Inspire Adults to Eat Healthier: Study
Health Highlights: April 30, 2012
Health Tip: Caring for a Blister
Health Tip: Installing a Playground at Home
Heart Attack Survival Varies Widely Among Hospitals, Study Finds
Hot Weather's Return Brings Ozone Warnings
Insecticide Linked to Brain Abnormalities in Kids
Less-Invasive Surgery for Esophageal Cancer Might Be Safer
More Evidence Bilingualism Aids Thinking Skills
Mothers' Stress Could Cause Iron Deficiency in Newborns
Pacifiers Don't Discourage Breast-Feeding, Study Says
Routine Kidney Disease Screening Not Worthwhile, Experts Say
U.S. Sees Tripling of Babies Born Addicted to Painkillers
Being Bullied Tied to Anxiety, Depression in Special-Needs Kids
Cellphones, Texting Put Teen Drivers in Danger, Studies Show
Secondhand Smoke Permeates Many Apartment Buildings: Study
Teen Impulsiveness Has Different Sources in ADHD, Substance Use
TV Ads May Play Role in Underage Drinking, Obesity
Two-Drug Therapy Helped Kids With Type 2 Diabetes
Black Kids Less Apt to Get Meds for Stomach Pain in ER: Study
Low-Income Mothers May Overfeed Their Infants
Parents' Poor Math Skills May = Medication Errors
Adjusting Your Attitude About Chronic Pain May Help You Sleep
Afinitor Approval Expanded to Include Benign Kidney Tumors
Animals More Interesting to Kids Than Toys, Study Shows
Blood Clot Risk for Outpatients Needs More Attention: Study
Bullied Children at Greater Risk for Self-Harm, Study Finds
FDA Approves New Impotence Drug Stendra
Health Highlights: April 27, 2012
Health Tip: Caring for a Sunburn
Health Tip: What Constitutes 'Healthy Eating?'
Heart Test Spots Sudden Death Risk in Young Athletes
Leisurely Strolls More Popular, Yet Walk Times Shorter: CDC
Levaquin Approved to Treat or Prevent Plague
More Babies Today Have Irregular Head Shape: Expert
Rate of Statin-Linked Muscle Woes Unclear, Study Suggests
Research Gets Closer to Genetic Roots of Glaucoma
Some Schools Don't Let Kids Carry Asthma Inhalers
Study Recommends Putting Your Left Face Forward
Taking Away Car Keys Can Be Tough for Older Drivers
Upper-Body Strength Key for NASCAR Drivers
Vitamin D May Affect Lung Transplant Success
Votrient Approved to Treat Cancer That Begins in Soft Tissue
Americans Support Medicare Reform, But Not on Their Dime: Poll
Analytical Thinkers Seem to Be Less Religious, Study Suggests
Another Drug 'Take-Back Day' Scheduled for Saturday
Anti-Smoking TV Ads From Tobacco Industry Don't Help
Battling the Bullying of an Autistic Child
College Kids Often Use Cell Phones While Driving: Study
Eating Berries Might Help Preserve Your Memory
Fatigue Not a Factor in Fibromyalgia Pain, Study Says
Health Highlights: April 26, 2012
Health Tip: Dealing With Stress
Health Tip: Why Is My Aging Skin So Dry?
Healthy Behaviors Extend Life After Cancer, Experts Say
Kids' Kidney Transplant Rules May Have Shrunk 'Race Gap'
Many U.S. Workers Sleep-Deprived: CDC
Preventable Injuries Sideline One-Third of Young Athletes
Scientists Identify Gene Behind Pygmies' Short Stature
Toxic Gas in Dogs' Vomit a Threat to Vets: CDC
Air Quality Improving in Many U.S. Cities: Report
Aromatherapy: More Than Just a Pleasant Scent?
Donor Kidney Re-Used in Second Patient After Failing in First
Early Menopause Tied to Osteoporosis in 29-Year Study
Experimental Drug Eases Autistic Behaviors in Mice
Has the 'G-Spot' Been Confirmed at Last?
Health Highlights: April 25, 2012
Health Tip: Stress Fracture of the Foot
Health Tip: When Seniors Are Malnourished
Heroin Addicts Have Higher Pain Sensitivity, Even During Treatment
Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Later Violence: Study
Life Transitions May Trigger Eating Disorders
Low-Radiation CT Scans Effective at Spotting Appendicitis: Study
Many Who First Misuse Prescription Pills Get Them From Friends, Family: Report
New Guidelines Issued on Migraine Prevention
New Techniques May Improve Infant Heart Surgery
Poor Sleep Heightens 'Ringing Ear' Disease Symptoms: Study
Stopping Blood Thinners Raises Stroke Risk for Patients With Irregular Heartbeat
Warnings on Cigarette Packs May Keep Ex-Smokers From Relapse
Botox Offers Little Relief for Migraine, Study Finds
Bullying, Violence Linked to Faster Aging in Kids
Cocaine Habit Might Speed Brain Aging
Could the Childhood Obesity 'Epidemic' Be Ebbing?
Dark Chocolate May Lower Risk of Heart Disease
Health Highlights: April 24, 2012
Health Tip: Eat Less
Health Tip: Help Prevent a Pulled Muscle
Hospital Charges Show Huge Variance in Study
Impulsive Tots at Risk for Gambling Problems Later: Study
Many First-Graders Shun Overweight, Obese Kids
New Clues to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Pacemakers, Defibrillators Sources of Deadly Infections: Study
Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Often Not Followed: Study
Quality Nursing May Protect Very Low Birth Weight Babies
Stress May Be Tougher on Women's Hearts Than Men's: Study
Study Explores Fish Oil's Healthy Effect on Heart
Texting May Help More Kids Get Flu Shots
'Watch-and-Wait' Approach Best When Water Breaks Before Labor: Study
Can Heavy Metal in Foods, Cosmetics Spur Breast Cancer Spread?
Cost of Snakebite Therapy May Squeeze Victims' Wallets
Cyberbullying May Call for New Prevention Tactics
Health Highlights: April 23, 2012
Health Tip: Overcoming Obstacles to Exercise
Health Tip: Recognize Common Symptoms of Menopause
Hispanics Seem to Have Better Odds of Lung Cancer Survival
Measles Deaths Falling Worldwide
Migraine Guidelines: What Works, What Doesn't
'Publication Bias' Casts Doubt on Value of Antidepressants for Autism
Shingles Vaccine Safe, Underutilized, Study Says
Strength Training May Give Boost to Seniors' Brains
Stricter Seat Belt Laws Get Teens to Buckle Up, Study Shows
Thyroid Condition Linked to Heart Problems: Study
Wartime Killing May Raise Veterans' Thoughts of Suicide
Wife's Breast Cancer Can Hurt Husband's Health Too: Study
'Ice Cream Headaches' Might Offer Clues to Migraines
Tick Season Starting Early This Year
Close Laundry Detergent Right After Use, Expert Says
On-the-Job Injuries Can Be Lethal to U.S. Teens
'Catastrophic' Head Injuries to High School Football Players Rising
Childhood Obesity May Raise Odds of Adult Liver Cancer
Could Your Personality Be Reflected in Your Pooch?
Depression Linked to Higher Odds for Poor Leg Circulation
For Some, Glaucoma Strikes at a Young Age
Glaucoma Need Not Steal Sight, Experts Say
Half-Siblings of Those With Autism at Raised Risk for Disorder: Study
Health Highlights: April 20, 2012
Health Tip: Consider Kickboxing
Health Tip: When Your Child is Stressed
Joint-Replacement Failure Rate Higher for Smokers: Studies
Long MP3 Playlists Lead to Distracted Drivers
Lower Risk for Bowel Obstruction With Less Invasive Surgery: Study
Men More Prone to Complications After Brain, Spine Surgery
Talking to Yourself Could Have Mental Benefits
U.S. Children Exposed to Hours of Background TV Daily
U.S. Gives Green Light to Publish Controversial Bird Flu Research
After Hospitalization, Men More Likely to Show Up in ER
Basketball Legend Pat Summitt Leaving as Tennessee Women's Coach
Bedbugs Can Infest Your Office, Too
Diabetes Groups Issue New Guidelines on Blood Sugar
Early Use of MS Drug May Cut Likelihood of Progression
Exercise May Help Patients With High Blood Pressure Live Longer
Gene Behind Psoriasis Identified, Researchers Say
Genes Associated With Autism Also Related to Schizophrenia
Health Tip: Add Flavor, Without Salt, to Your Food
Health Tip: Touch, Sing and Play With Baby
Healthy Lifestyle Choices Could Cut Cancer Rates: Report
Low-Fat Dairy Linked to Lower Stroke Risk
Measles Outbreaks in 2011 Were Worst in 15 Years: CDC
New Psoriasis Drugs Not Much Better Than Standard Therapy, Study Finds
'No Regrets' Outlook May Make for Sunnier Old Age
Online Dating Scams Can Take Emotional, Financial Toll
Scoliosis Treatment Might Reduce Need for Surgeries
Study Pinpoints New Abnormality in 'Athlete's Heart'
Value of Metformin, Insulin Combo for Type 2 Diabetes Questioned
Anxiety Linked to Smarts in Brain Study
Chemo + Radiation Best for Bladder Cancer, Study Finds
College Athletes in Low-Contact Sports Have More Overuse Injuries
Deadly 'Choking Game' Appeals to Young Teens
EPA to Cut Air Pollution from Natural Gas 'Fracking'
Everyday Activities Might Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Experimental Gel May Help Those With Advanced Parkinson's
Half of Young Cigarette Smokers Also Smoke Pot: Survey
Health Highlights: April 18, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Foot and Ankle Injuries
Health Tip: Seniors Need Their Nutrients
Many Call Center Workers Plagued by Voice Woes
More Smog Might Mean More Hospitalizations
No Proof That Gum Disease Causes Heart Disease, Experts Say
Optimism Might Cut Your Risk for Heart Attack
Researchers Repair Damage Caused by Heart Attacks in Mice
Use of Ecstasy, Speed by Teens Tied to Later Depression
Warren Buffett Has Early Stage Prostate Cancer
When Does Boxing-Related Head Trauma Become Too Much?
Women With Older Partners More Often Admitted to Nursing Homes
Avastin No Benefit to Older Lung Cancer Patients: Study
Brain Changes May Hamper Decision-Making in Old Age
Brain Surgery Might Ease Tough-to-Treat OCD
Brain Tumor Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Trial
Depressed Moms May Hinder Babies' Sleep
Health Highlights: April 17, 2012
Health Tip: Avoid Asthma Triggers
Health Tip: Is That Bump a Bunion?
Helicopter Beats Ground Transport for Trauma Victims: Study
HIV Prevention Pill Cost-Effective for High-Risk Men: Study
Kidney Cancer Patients Fare Better With Tumor Removal Only
New Method to Reveal Alzheimer's Marker Shows Promise
Overweight Pregnant Women at Higher Risk for Complications
Researchers Develop Blood Test for Depression
Role of Screening, Monitoring in Early Kidney Disease Unclear
Seniors Stop Taking Heart Drugs In Medicare 'Donut Hole'
Social Factors May Affect Lifespan More Than Race, Location
Study Casts Doubt on Value of Pricey Prostate Cancer Therapy
Testosterone Supplements Might Help Patients With Heart Failure
White House Drug Policy Shifts Strategy
12-Step Meetings May Help Teens Beat Alcohol, Drug Abuse
Chin Implant Surgeries On the Rise in U.S.
Death From Accidental Injuries Among Kids Drops 30%: CDC
Dissolvable Heart Artery Stents Appear Safe in Study
Experimental Pill for Multiple Sclerosis Shows Promise
Fast Food Is Saltier in U.S. Than Overseas
Fish Oil Supplements Won't Help in Multiple Sclerosis: Study
Health Highlights: April 16, 2012
Health Tip: Seniors, Boost Your Balance
HIV Raises Anal Cancer Risk in Women, Study Says
Media Multitasking Might Have Mental Upside
'Off-Label' Drug Use Appears Common
Steroids May Help Some With Sciatica
Surgery Rates Rising for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Study
Tattoos, Piercings Tied to Heavier Drinking in French Study
Troubled Homes May Fuel Obesity in Girls
Weight-Loss Surgery Beat Drugs for Cutting Diabetes in Very Obese
Young Risk-Takers Drawn to Dangerous 'Choking Game'
Cadmium Exposure May Boost Breast Cancer Risk
Certain Genetic Regions May Be Tied to Osteoporosis
Circumcision May Lower Risk for Prostate Cancer
Dietary Preferences Tied to Age, Race, and Location
On-Screen Smoking, Drinking Influence Teen Behavior
Podcast: Cadmium Exposure May Boost Breast Cancer Risk
Podcast: Circumcision May Lower Risk for Prostate Cancer
Podcast: Dietary Preferences Tied to Age, Race, and Location
Podcast: On-Screen Smoking, Drinking Influence Teen Behavior
Podcast: Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Tied to Heart Disease
Podcast: Too Few Women Seek Testing for Chlamydia
Podcast: White Rice May Raise Risk for Diabetes
Researchers ID Genes That May Determine Mental Illness
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Tied to Heart Disease
Too Few Women Seek Testing for Chlamydia
White Rice May Raise Risk for Diabetes
Exercise May Boost Breast Cancer Patients' Quality of Life
Study Probes How Sad Movies Make Viewers Happy
Alternative Therapies Aren't Used as Substitutes for Asthma Meds: Study
CT Scans Deliver More Radiation to Obese People: Study
Drug Approved to Treat High Blood Pressure
Even Preschoolers View the Overweight Negatively
Even Young Teens Show Signs of Sun Damage
Gay Adults Rejected by Parents Have Worse Health, Study Finds
Health Highlights: April 13, 2012
Health Tip: When It's Wise to Have Wisdom Teeth Removed
Health Tip: Have a Safe Picnic
Here Are Fruits, Veggies That Offer Best Bang for Your Buck
Mental Illness Tied to Higher Rates of Physical Problems: Report
Obese Workers' Health Care Costs Top Those of Smokers
'Red Tide' Likely in New England This Season, Experts Warn
Researchers Map Brain Regions Linked to Intelligence
Single 'Boomers' Struggling as They Age: Study
Substance Abusers, Even Recovering Ones, May Face Stigma
Women Less Apt Than Men to Get Recommended Daily Exercise
Baldness Drug May Cause Sexual Side Effects: FDA
Common Plastics Chemical Might Boost Diabetes Risk
DNA Testing Finds Allergens, Toxins in Traditional Chinese Medicines
Even Toddlers Succumb to Peer Pressure, Study Says
Head, Body Lice Are Genetically Very Similar
Health Highlights: April 12, 2012
Health Tip: Consider These Diabetes 'Superfoods'
Health Tip: Keep the Weight Off
Herbal Remedy Ingredient Tied to Cancer, Kidney Failure
More Unmarried Couples Having Babies: CDC
Mouse Study Hints at New Path for Diabetes Treatment
Obesity's Health Costs Double Earlier Estimates
Over-the-Counter Bug Bite Remedies Don't Work: Report
Parents of Kids With Cancer No More Likely to Break Up
Passengers on 'Bat' Plane Cleared of Rabies Risk
Politics May Get in the Way of Empathy, Research Shows
Vitamin D Doesn't Help Kids Do Better in School, Study Finds
What Causes Hot Flashes, Anyway?
Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects May Last for Years
Codeine After Surgery Could Endanger Certain Kids: Study
Colonoscopy Isn’t First Choice for Many
Disrupted Sleep May Raise Risk for Obesity, Diabetes: Study
Drug May Prevent Pancreatitis After Digestive Procedure
FDA Seeks to Limit Antibiotics in Animal Feed
FDA Seeks to Limit Antibiotics in Animal Feed
Health Highlights: April 11, 2012
Health Tip: Know Your Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis
Health Tip: Talk to Your Doctor Before You Are Pregnant
Huntington's Disease Linked to Reduced Cancer Risk in Study
In Mice, Drug Reverses Symptoms of Condition Linked to Autism
Mobile Stroke Units Might Trim Time to Treatment
Newer Antidepressants May Be Safe for Parkinson's Patients
Nonsurgical Method to Measure Brain Pressure Shows Promise
People Carrying Guns May Appear Bigger Than They Are
Some Folks Just Can't Help Being Nice, Study Suggests
Spouses of Cancer Patients May Have Raised Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke
Study Shows New Option for Kids With Tough-to-Treat Leukemia
White Women Make Up Bulk of Assisted-Living Residents
Certain Birth Control Pills May Carry Higher Blood Clot Risk: FDA
Common Blood Pressure Drug Safe for Heart Failure: Study
Dental X-Rays May Be Linked to Benign Brain Tumors
Dieters Share Success Strategies
EKG Heart Test May Predict Risk in Older Adults
Health Highlights: April 10, 2012
Health Tip: Buy Lean Meat
Health Tip: Prevent Periodontal Disease
High Blood Pressure May Be Especially Lethal for Blacks
Many Patients Skip Recommended Colonoscopy: Study
Online Tool Could Diagnose Autism Quickly, Developers Say
Sexual Abuse May Put Boys at Risk for Unsafe Sex
Short Walks May Ease Fatigue in Pancreatic Cancer Patients
Sibling Had a Stroke? Your Risk Might Rise, Too
Tax Day May Drive Up Fatal Crash Rates
U.S. Panel Rejects Ovarian Cancer Screening
U.S. Spends Too Little on Public Health Initiatives: Report
U.S. Teen Births Hit Record Low
Young Americans Need to Cut Calorie Intake: Study
Being Ignored Feels Just as Bad Online
Cancer Care Costs Higher in U.S. Than Europe, But Survival Longer
Children Born to Obese Moms May Face Higher Autism Risk: Study
Cholesterol Levels Vary Widely by Country: Study
Climate Change Could Be Tough on Seniors' Health: Study
Could Menthol Cigarettes Pose Even Higher Stroke Risk?
Eye Tremors May Aid Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's: Study
Feeling 'Trapped,' Obligated Raises Odds of Job Burnout: Study
Gastro Woes Often Strike Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Health Highlights: April 9, 2012
Health Tip: New Moms Need Care, Too
Health Tip: The Causes of Corns
Lung Cancer Screening Might Pay Off, Analysis Shows
Minorities, Medicare Recipients Less Likely to Get Antidepressants
Omega-3 Supplements No Help Against Repeat Heart Trouble: Review
Researchers Find Genes Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Teen Drinking May Boost Odds of Precancerous Breast Changes
Urinary Incontinence Drugs May Be More Trouble Than They're Worth
Experts Offer Advice After Yankee Pitcher's Trampoline Injury
Gene Discovery May Move Personalized Stomach Cancer Treatment Forward
Scientists Pinpoint Childhood Obesity Genes
Dentists Play Key Role in Detecting Oral Cancer
Heavy Backpacks Give Kids Back Trouble
Anxiety Might Help People Sniff Out Threats
Bilingual Kids Are Better Multi-Taskers, Study Says
Diagnostic Scans Tied to Radiation Risk for Gastro Patients
Emotional Trauma May Hurt Toddlers' Later Learning
Esophageal Cancer Surgery Can Leave Lingering Health Problems, Study Says
Forgoing Medication, for Baby's Sake
Health Highlights: April 6, 2012
Health Tip: Control Portion Sizes at Home
Health Tip: What Triggers Ingrown Toenails?
Overuse Injuries Common Among Female College Athletes
Pharmacy 'Robots' Linked to Bacterial Contamination of Drugs
Planning Pregnancy May Cut Birth Defects
Pregnancy Length May Influence Severity of Autism
Rapid Asthma Treatment in ER May Prevent Admission
Resolutions Revisited
Depression, Anxiety Tied to Physical Disabilities in Seniors
ER Docs Can Help Curb Patient Alcohol Abuse, Drunk Driving
False-Positive Mammogram Results May Turn Out Not to Be: Study
Follow-Up Procedures Common in Women After Breast-Conserving Surgery
Health Highlights: April 5, 2012
Health Tip: How to Avoid Secondhand Smoke
Health Tip: Traveling By Plane During Pregnancy?
Improved Stem Cell Line May Avoid Tumor Risk: Study
Infection Might Raise Blood Clot Risk for Older Adults: Study
Parents of Children With Cancer Wary of Online Health Information
Pesticides May Be Linked to Slightly Smaller Babies, Shorter Pregnancies
Sex Education Efforts Lagging in Schools, CDC Says
Study Finds Antibiotics Best for Appendicitis
Study Suggests Treating Dyslexia Before Kids Learn to Read
Taking Multivitamins Won't Prevent Canker Sores, Study Says
Texting in College Classrooms Common, Distracting
Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis Early and Aggressively: Guidelines
U.S. Poultry Still Fed Banned Antibiotics: Report
Women on Dialysis May Experience Sexual Problems: Survey
Berries, Tea May Cut Men's Odds for Parkinson's: Study
Better Safeguards Needed for Imported Food, Drugs: Report
Brain Falters Near End of Life, but Games, Puzzles Might Slow Decline
Cancer Diagnosis May Raise Odds for Suicide, Heart Attack Death
Depo-Provera Birth Control Might Raise Breast Cancer Risk
Doctors Detail High Costs of Fighting Malpractice Claims
Early Study Finds Some Promise for Lung Cancer Vaccine
From a Failed Vaccine, New Insights Into Fighting HIV
Health Highlights: April 4, 2012
Health Tip: Stop Toddler Tantrums Before They Start
Health Tip: Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp
HPV-Related Head, Neck Cancers on the Rise
More Fake Avastin Found in U.S., FDA Says
Narcissists Often Ace Job Interviews, Study Finds
New Lupus Genes Identified
Obese White Women Shying Away From Colon Cancer Screening
Physician Groups Call for Fewer Medical Tests
Researchers Find Gene Mutations That May Be a Key to Autism
Study: Better Method Needed to Assess Body Fat
Witnessing, Experiencing Traumatic Events May Worsen Heart Disease
Antibiotics Linked to Retinal Detachment Risk
BBQ Danger: Wires From Grill Cleaners Swallowed in Food
Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won't Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study
Drug Patch Approved for Advanced Parkinson's and Restless Leg Syndrome
Epilepsy Leads to More Brain Abnormalities Over Time
Experimental Chemo Combo for Colon Cancer Disappoints
For Many Girls, Slimming Down Doesn't Help Self-Esteem
Health Highlights: April 3, 2012
Health Tip: Healthy Eating While Vacationing
Health Tip: More Reasons to Quit Smoking
New Stool Test Might Aid in Early Detection of Colon Cancer
No Added Cancer Risk From Hip Replacement Materials: Study
Prenatal Antipsychotic Drugs Linked to Motor Delays: Study
Preteens More Likely to Report HPV Vaccine Side Effects
Reported Decline in U.S. Pneumonia Deaths May Be False: Study
Study Suggests Vaccine May Help Kids With Brain Cancer
Taller, Heavier Women May Face Higher Ovarian Cancer Risk
Ultrasound, MRI Might Spot Cancer in Dense Breast Tissue
Veggies Like Broccoli, Cabbage May Help Fight Breast Cancer: Study
You Survived Cancer: Now Pay Attention to Your Overall Health
Young Women Who Drink and Drive at Higher Risk of Fatal Accident
CDC: Americans' Levels of Vitamins, Nutrients Basically OK
Certain Children With Autism Show More Improvement Than Others
Drug, Alcohol Abuse Common Among U.S. Teens, Study Finds
Early Study Hints That Breast Cancer Vaccine Might Work
Health Highlights: April 2, 2012
Health Tip: Caring for Stitches
Health Tip: Selecting a Childcare Provider
Immune-Based Drug Combo Might Extend Cancer Survival
Many Preschoolers Not Getting Enough Outdoor Play
Measles Vaccines Won't Raise Seizure Risk in Young Kids: Study
New Drug Might Reduce an Alzheimer's Marker: Study
Osteoporosis Drugs May Lead to Eye Trouble: Study
Personal Gene Mapping Has Limits, Study Says
Pets at Work Keep Workers Happy
Routine Mammography May Lead to Overdiagnosis: Study
Smelly Urine a Red Flag for Kids' UTI
Study Supports CPR Chest Compressions for Cardiac Arrest
U.S. Women Could Be More Obese Than Believed
Why Stress Might Make You Sick
HPV Infection Lasts Longer in Young Black Women: Study
Long-Term Estrogen Therapy Does Up Breast Cancer Risk: Study
Melanoma Rates On the Rise Among Young Adults: Study
Diabetes Drug Metformin Might Also Help Fight Cancer
Most People Can't Tell a Tree Nut From a Peanut
New Scanning Technology Might Help Guide Prostate Cancer Care
U.S. Advisers Say It's Now Safe to Publish Bird Flu Studies
Changes in Insurance Make ER Visits More Likely: Study
Diet, Smoking May Affect MS Progression
Drugs Previously Thought to Be Toxic May Stop Spread of Cancer
FDA Calls on Tobacco Companies to List Harmful Ingredients
Fewer U.S. Med Students Choose Psychiatry: Report
For Better Mouse Studies, Let Them Nest
Health Highlights: March 30, 2012
Health Tip: Caring for a Chemical Burn
Health Tip: Partners Have a Role in Pregnancy
Justices Meet to Decide Fate of Health-Reform Legislation
Obstructive Sleep Apnea May Be Linked to Depression
Secondhand Smoke Affects Young Girls More Than Boys: Study
Study Weighs In on Diets for Kids
Thyroid Surgery Riskier for Older Patients: Study
Two-Thirds of Kids With Autism Have Been Bullied: Study
U.S. Women in Labor Longer Than They Were 50 Years Ago
Warm Weather Triggers Early Allergy Season
When Paramedics Suspect Stroke, They're Usually Right
911 Dispatchers May Suffer From Post-Traumatic Stress
Chocolate a Sweet Remedy for Many Ills?
Dating Violence Common by 7th Grade: Survey
Depression Often Follows Stroke, But Treatment Lacking
First Bedside Gene Test Shows Promise
Health Highlights: March 29, 2012
Health Tip: Diabetics, Avoid Too Much Salt
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Gum Disease
Heavier Baby Girls at Higher Risk for Diabetes, Heart Woes as Adults
Immersion Beats Classroom for Mastering a Foreign Tongue: Study
Inadequate Bowel Prep May Invalidate Colonoscopy
Legal Experts Offer Predictions on Fate of Health-Reform Legislation
People Stir Up Millions of Bacteria When Entering a Room: Study
States' Efforts to Boost Cigarette Taxes Slows: CDC
Stigma, Shame Can Worsen Depression in Lung Cancer Patients
'Superinfected' Patients Give Clues to Fighting HIV
The Human Brain: Not a Tangle, But a Grid
U.S. Autism Rate Rises to 1 in 88 Children, CDC Reports
Wireless Skin Patch Developed to Transmit Medical Info
Analysts Differ on Role of 'Individual Mandate' to Health-Reform Law
Antipsychotic Drugs Might Raise Heart Attack Risk: Study
Early, Temporary HIV Treatment Can Postpone Long-Term Therapy
Even a Little Drinking May Raise Breast Cancer Risk: Study
FDA Adds More Warnings to Antidepressant's Label
Gastrointestinal Tumor Patients Live Longer on Cancer Drug
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Health Tip: Why Am I Constipated?
Justices Debate Whether Health-Care Law Can Stand Without Mandate
Lifestyle Changes Help Type 2 Diabetics Keep Moving
Moderate Drinking Might Help Men Live Longer After Heart Attack
Obesity Rates Rise Among Mexican-Americans: Report
Older Travelers at Much Higher Risk of Dying From Malaria
Pay-for-Performance Hospitals Don't Offer Better Care: Study
Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Who Quit Statins May Face Raised Death Risk
Screening for Heart Disease in Women
Study Reveals Trigger That May Speed Melanoma Growth
Two Experimental Drugs Could Improve Psoriasis Treatment
U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report
Black Women, Uninsured Get Worse Ovarian Cancer Care: Study
Bypass Surgery May Be Better Than Angioplasty for Seniors
Cardiac Cocktail Delivered by Paramedics May Save Lives
Community Hospitals Safe for Angioplasty: Study
Could Unroasted Coffee Beans Help You Shed Pounds?
Defibrillator Implantation May Be Riskier for Underweight Patients
Health Highlights: March 27, 2012
Health Tip: Get Ready for Your Marathon
Health Tip: Keep Toenails Healthy
Heart Screenings Yield More False-Positives Among Black Athletes
High Out-of-Pocket Costs for Kids' Asthma Drugs Could Pose Dangers
HPV Vaccine May Help Women With Cervical Conditions
Omontys Approved for Anemic People With Kidney Disease
Research Shows How Colds Lead to Coughing, Wheezing
Supreme Court Justices Zero In on Key Provision of Health-Care Law
Tighter Recommendations Issued for Blood Cell Transfusions
Warfarin Helps Cut Stroke Risk, Researchers Report
Widespread CPR Training Could Boost Heart Attack Survival Rates
1 in 5 Pharmacies Hinders Teens' Access to 'Morning-After' Pill: Study
Bacteria From Mouth Can Lead to Heart Inflammation: Study
Bed-Sharing, Smoking Play Role in Sudden Infant Death
CT Scans Can Spot Heart Trouble Fast
Does Chocolate Help You Stay Slim?
Few Young Women With Cancer Take Steps to Preserve Fertility
'Freezing' Secondary Breast Cancer Tumors Shows Promise
Health Highlights: March 26, 2012
Health Tip: Watch for Choking Hazards
Health Tip: Why You Need Aerobic Exercise
New Injection Might Lower Tough-to-Treat Cholesterol
Ob/Gyn Visit a Good Time to Screen for Heart Disease: Study
People With Autism May Be Better at Processing Information
Should Cystic Fibrosis Patients Get So Many Antibiotics?
Supreme Court Begins Review of Affordable Care Act
Teen Girl Drivers Likelier to Use Electronic Devices: Study
Too Much Sitting Can Kill You, Study Suggests
Weight-Loss Surgeries May Beat Standard Treatments for Diabetes
Both Too Little and Too Much Sleep Bad for the Heart: Study
Could Soy Help Lower Your Blood Pressure?
Don't Forget to Eat Your Fruits, Veggies ... and Popcorn?
Health Highlights: March 25, 2012
Low 'Bad' Cholesterol Levels May Be Linked to Cancer Risk
Low-Dose Daily Aspirin Enough to Help Heart Attack Patients: Study
Showing Patients Images of Their Clogged Arteries a Powerful Wake-Up Call
Stem-Cell Trial Failed to Treat Heart Failure
ADHD Diagnosis Rates Rose Sharply in Past Decade
Caring Teachers May Help Keep Kids From Trying Alcohol, Drugs
Coffee Doesn't Affect Psoriasis Risk After All, Researchers Say
Health Highlights: March 23, 2012
Health Tip: If You Can't Sleep
Health Tip: Managing Weight Gain
Helpline, Free Nicotine Patches Don't Help Smokers Quit: Study
Hormonal Changes May Trigger Migraines in Some Women
Living Alone Linked to Greater Risk of Depression: Study
Most Anal Lesions Don't Cause Cancer in Men, Research Shows
New Device Approved for Lingering GERD
Obese Women at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study
Patient Sexual History Key to Good Ob-Gyn Care
Study Might Explain Brain Overgrowth Seen in Autism
Talking About Weight Tied to Poor Self-Image, Depression: Study
Treating Gum Disease May Help Diabetics Avoid Complications
Vacationing With a Wanderer Demands Planning
When a Child With Autism Wanders, It's Crucial to Stay a Step Ahead
Adults Seem to Have Most Impact on Teens' School Success
Age of Live Kidney Donor Makes Little Difference in Organ's Health
Allergies Ahead of Schedule in Eastern United States
Analysts Debate Importance of the 'Individual Mandate' to Health-Reform Law
Antidepressants May Raise Risk for Pregnancy Complication
Breathing Smog in Pregnancy Linked to Child's Behavior Problems
Common Respiratory Virus Affecting Many Young Children
Could Two Words Help You Resist Temptation?
Dense Breasts May Be Linked to Cancer Recurrence
FDA Mulls Expanding Patients' Access to Certain Drugs
Fewer Americans Tying the Knot, Survey Shows
Hair Care Can Pose Health Risks for Black Women
Health Highlights: March 22, 2012
Health Tip: Choose Diabetes-Friendly Meals
Health Tip: Spot the Symptoms of GERD
Legal Experts See a Close Win for Health-Reform Law
Medicaid Expansion Is a Key Part of Affordable Care Act
Obesity Linked to Poorer Mental Skills in Seniors
Parents Should Lead By Example in Weight Loss, Study Finds
Supreme Court Prepares to Tackle Affordable Care Act
U.S. Tuberculosis Cases Hit Record Low, CDC Says
Alternative Medicine May Help Ease Chronic Sinusitis
Antibiotics Useless for Most Sinus Infections, Experts Say
Brain Scans Suggest How Alzheimer's Spreads
Experts Voice Concern Over Synthetic ‘Pot’ Use in Teens
Fatty Meals Could Trigger Inflammation for Diabetics
Foods' Aromas Might Help You Lose Weight
Health Highlights: March 21, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Heel Problems
Health Tip: Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage
Hospitalization May Hasten Seniors' Memory Decline
New Blood Test May Predict Heart Attack
New Drug Bests Standard Treatment for Certain Strokes
Pregnancy Safe for Women With Estrogen-Sensitive Breast Cancer
Research Spots Potential New Target in Fight Against Baldness
Statin Alternative Looks Promising in Early Trials
Two Studies Find Routine Mammography Saves Lives
U.S. Health Systems Not Ready for Catastrophes: Report
U.S. Underestimates Long-Term Costs of Obesity, Experts Say
Adrenaline Therapy for Cardiac Arrest Linked to Worse Outcomes
Blood Pressure Variance Between Arms Points to Heart Risk
Corner Stores Stock Healthier Foods After Aid Program Changes
Health Highlights: March 20, 2012
Health Tip: Am I at Risk for Gum Disease?
Health Tip: Manage the Pain of a Neck Sprain
Ibuprofen May Ward Off Altitude Sickness
Infants' Faces Trigger Caregiving Impulse in Adults' Brains
Insects Behind Chagas Disease Are Feeding on Humans in the U.S.
Less Heart Disease Among Women in Wealthier States: Study
Many Americans Ambivalent Over Laws Aimed at Healthy Living
More Evidence Shows That Daily Aspirin Might Combat Cancer
Northeast U.S. Should Brace for Spike in Lyme Disease: Expert
Physician Misconduct Showing Up on the Internet: Survey
Some People More Prone to Drinking Blackouts: Study
Stem Cell Therapy Could Boost Kidney Transplant Success: Study
Study Suggests Mental 'Fog' of Menopause Is Real
Vitamin E Supplements Don't Affect Heart Failure Risk: Study
Antioxidants May Not Help Alzheimer's Patients
Appeals Court Backs FDA Move for Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs
Could Statins Help Prevent Pneumonia?
Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Colleges Millions Annually
Exercise May Trigger Orgasm in Some Women
Generic Boniva Approved for Osteoporosis
Health Highlights: March 19, 2012
Health Tip: Dealing With Insomnia
Health Tip: Encourage Your Kids to Choose Healthy Snacks
ICU May Not Be Needed After Sleep Apnea Surgery
Kids of Meth-Using Moms at Risk of Behavioral Woes
Kids Using Synthetic Pot a Growing Public Health Concern
Kids Willing to Fail May Perform Better Academically
Less Invasive Hernia Procedure Easier on Patients: Study
Lightheadedness Upon Standing Could Signal Heart Risk
Medicaid Patients Go to ERs More Often: Study
Mothers of Kids With Autism Earn Less, Study Shows
New Type 2 Diabetes Drug Helps Lower Blood Sugar: Study
Secondhand Smoke in Childhood Linked to Lung Disease Years Later
Study Explains How Shock Therapy Might Ease Severe Depression
Keep Youth Baseball Players Safe on the Field
Varicose Veins Keep Some in Long Pants All Year
Following Heart-Healthy Behaviors May Lengthen Your Life
Spring Break Boozing May Put Young Brains at Risk
As White Rice Intake Rises, So May Your Risk for Diabetes
Deaf People Have More Mental Health Problems, Less Access to Care
Depression Tied to Earlier Death in Heart Patients
Genes May Hold the Key to Aging Skin
Half of Stroke Victims Don't Call 911, Research Shows
Health Highlights: March 16, 2012
Health Tip: Celiac Disease May Trigger These Symptoms
Health Tip: Make 'Tummy Time' Fun
Menopause May Cost Women Sick Days
National Screening Urged to Detect Eye Disease in Blacks
Poor Reading Skills Might Be Fatal for Older Folks
Psoriasis Patients May Face Higher Heart Risk
Researcher Uses Genomics to Predict His Odds for Disease
Tooting Your Horn Can Raise Risk for Skin Condition
With Spanking, Nature and Nurture Create More Aggression, Study Suggests
Americans’ Blood Levels of Trans Fats on the Decline
Bike Trail in Poorer Neighborhood Boosts Exercise
Breast Cancer Drug May Increase Bone Loss
Cadmium in Diet May Increase Breast Cancer Risk
CDC Launches Graphic Anti-Smoking Campaign
Could Trans Fats Make You Cranky?
Deeper Voices Win Over Voters, Study Finds
Diabetes Can Affect Hearing
Electronic Diary Helped Obese Adults Stick to Weight-Loss Plan
Eyes a Window Into Brain Health: Study
Fetal Exposure to Cellphone Radiation Tied to ADHD-Like Symptoms in Mice
Giving Birth to Small Babies Linked to Heart Disease in Moms: Study
Health Highlights: March 15, 2012
Health Tip: Bringing Home a Premature Baby
Health Tip: Keep Crohn's Under Control
Home Birth Riskier for the Child
Hospital Saved Millions by Keeping Close Eye on Antibiotic Use
Many Alcoholics Suffered Childhood Trauma: Study
Many Women Say No to Breast-Feeding for 6 Months: Survey
New Clues to Link Between Fatty Diet, Colon Cancer
Podcast: Americans’ Blood Levels of Trans Fats on the Decline
Podcast: Breast Cancer Drug May Increase Bone Loss
Podcast: Diabetes Can Affect Hearing
Podcast: Home Birth Riskier for the Child
Podcast: Smoggy Air Fogs the Brain
Podcast: Smoking Speeds Men’s Mental Decline
Podcast: Walking Speed and Hand Grip in Middle Age Associated with Dementia
Smoggy Air Fogs the Brain
Smoking Speeds Men’s Mental Decline
Stressed Parents May Affect Preemie Behavior Later
Too Much Exercise Delays Pregnancy in Normal-Weight Women: Study
Walking Speed and Hand Grip in Middle Age Associated with Dementia
Americans' Lifespan Has Lengthened Markedly
Anti-Smoking Efforts Saved 795,000 Lives Over 25 Years: Study
Brisk Daily Walk Could Counter 'Obesity Genes'
Detailed Gene Scan Might Help Guide Leukemia Treatment
Doctors Likely to Preach What They Practice
Experimental Pill May Ease Multiple Sclerosis Disability
Fatty Foods Might Harm Men's Sperm, Research Suggests
First Generic Lexapro Approved
Health Highlights: March 14, 2012
Health Tip: Pack a Healthy, Easy Lunch
Health Tip: What Causes Hearing Loss?
Inflammation Might Play Role in Heart Disease: Study
Lack of Sleep May Give You the Munchies
Low-Carb, Low-Fat Diets May Each Help the Heart
Most Women Need Pap Test Only Every 3 Years: U.S. Panel
New Gel Treats Precancerous Skin Condition in Days: Study
Recent Rise Seen in Foodborne Diseases From Imports: CDC
Study Finds PSA Testing Cuts Prostate Cancer Death Risk
Type of Bacteria May Be Linked to Diabetes
U.S. Deaths From Gastro Infections Doubled Over 8 Years: CDC
Watching Movie Stars Light Up May Spur Kids to Smoke
Your Neighborhood Can Affect Your Heart Health
75-Year Study Finds Dramatic Rise in U.S. Lifespans
Ban Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements, U.K. Researchers Assert
Cooler Hands Might Boost Your Workout, Study Suggests
Endoscopy May Be Better Than Surgery for Severe Pancreatic Infection
Gene Discovery Gives Clues to a Childhood Cancer
Health Highlights: March 13, 2012
Health Tip: Calm a Canker Sore
Health Tip: Manage Memory Loss
Heat-Related Deaths on Rise for High School Football Players
Higher Spending Tied to Better Outcomes in Ontario Hospitals
Long Space Missions May Harm Astronauts' Eyes
Many Docs Order Unneeded Lung Cancer Screening Tests: Survey
Mothers on Antidepressants Less Likely to Breast-Feed: Study
Not Enough Young Women Getting Tested for Chlamydia: CDC
One Antibiotic Appears to Ease Severe E. Coli Infection
Race, Location Big Factors in American Diets
Sleep Apnea Treatment May Help Ward Off Heart Failure: Study
Survival of Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients May Vary by Ethnicity
Can Statins Prevent Parkinson's Disease?
Childhood Leukemia Survival Rates Reach 90 Percent
Circumcision Linked to Lower Risk for Prostate Cancer, Study Finds
Exercise Might Boost Kids' Academic Ability
Farm Hazards a Serious Threat to Kids, Study Finds
FDA Panel Recommends Second Chance for New Class of Painkillers
Giving Docs iPads Might Boost Patient Care
Health Highlights: March 12, 2012
Health Insurance Premiums Will Surpass Median Household Income in 2033: Study
Health Tip: Caring for Baby After Circumcision
Health Tip: The Right Diet Can Boost Athletic Performance
Married Heart Surgery Patients Live Longer
More Insight on Possible Role of Vitamin D Against Alzheimer's
Poorer, Obese Adults Might Benefit From Behavior-Change Program
Red Meat Can Be Unhealthy, Study Suggests
Seniors' Long-Term Use of Strong Painkillers a Concern
Stair-Related Injuries a Threat to Preschoolers: Study
Sugary Drinks Can Be Hard on Heart: Study
Gas Engines May Be Dirtier Than Diesels in One Respect
Spring Break Safety Tips to Keep Vacation Fun
'Delayed Reactions' May Outlast Other Concussion Effects
How to Avoid Spring Sneezing and Stuffiness
Aggressive Care Best for Brain Trauma, Study Shows
Coming Soon: At-Home Sperm Test for Couples Trying to Conceive
EKG Testing May Spot Fatal Heart Conditions in Children
FDA OKs 3rd Silicone-Gel Breast Implant
Health Highlights: March 9, 2012
Health Tip: Minimize Breastfeeding Pain
Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Heart Disease
Keeping Young Athletes Safe From Sexual Abuse
Kids Who Bully May Be More Likely to Smoke, Drink
LSD Might Help Alcoholics Quit, Stay Abstinent: Study
Mother's Voice May Help Premature Babies Breathe Easier
New Silicone Breast Implant Approved
One in Four HIV Patients Has Long Gaps Between Doctor's Visits: Study
Researchers ID Gene for Neck Disorder
Spring Ahead Without Losing Too Much Sleep
Survey Shows People Have Little Time for Healthy Habits
Acid Reflux From Chronic Heartburn May Damage Teeth
Alzheimer's, Dementia Care to Cost U.S. $200 Billion This Year
Certain Beliefs Motivate Health Care Workers to Get Flu Shots
Could Fat Be Your Friend Over Age 85?
Cured Meat Products Linked to Lung Disease Flare-Ups
Fruits, Veggies Can Be Beauty Tools, Study Says
Gene Mutations Linked to Crohn's Disease in Ashkenazi Jews
Health Highlights: March 8, 2012
Health Tip: Diabetics, Take Care of Your Feet
Health Tip: Help Prevent Birth Defects
Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals Found in Many Household Products: Study
Insulin Resistance May Lead to Kidney Disease in the Elderly: Study
Light or Moderate Drinking Linked to Lower Stroke Risk in Women
Lost Hour of Sleep Over Weekend May Put Heart at Risk Monday
People in Poor Neighborhoods Have More Pain, Study Finds
Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder
Surgeon General: Nearly 4 Million U.S. Kids Still Smoke
Women Fare Better With Heart Failure
Drug Approved to Prevent Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Drug Reduces Complications in Surgical Abortions: Study
Experimental Drug Offers Hope for Rare Bone Disease: Study
Experimental Drug Shows Promise Against Cushing's Disease
Genes Play a Role in Drug Abuse Risk Among Adopted Kids: Study
Health Highlights: March 7, 2012
Health Tip: Coping With Diabetes
Health Tip: Skip TV and Get Active
Hope and Optimism May Cloud Judgment in ICUs
Is Cancer Outwitting 'Personalized Medicine'?
Kids' Penicillin Allergy May Not Signal Other Drug Reactions
Many U.S. Families Struggle to Pay Medical Bills
Pregnancy May Protect Against MS, Study Says
Self-Centered Kids May Just Have Immature Brains
Sleep Problems May Affect Kids’ Behavior
Study Produces Mixed Results on Alzheimer's Drugs
Transplant Procedure Creates 'Hybrid' Immune System to Combat Rejection
U.S. Army Suicides Rising Sharply, Study Finds
Woman's Recovery From Advanced Melanoma Could Help Guide Research
Amish Farm Kids Have Lower Asthma, Allergy Risk: Study
Ban on Public Smoking Linked to Fewer Preterm Deliveries
Brain Scans Overused on U.S. Stroke Patients, Study Says
Computerization May Not Curb Medical Tests, Costs
Estrogen-Only Therapy May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
Genetic Tweak Helps Mice Avoid Cancer, Obesity: Study
Health Highlights: March 6, 2012
Health Tip: Choosing the Right Athletic Shoes
Health Tip: Lower Your Risk for Osteoporosis
High Heels Can Bring on Ingrown Toenails
Hospitalizations Up for Severe Skin Swelling
Lack of Vitamin D May Harm Older Women's Health
Narcotic Painkillers Another Threat to Traumatized War Vets: Study
Poor Sleep May Impact Stress Response in Older Adults
When Drugs Fail, Surgery May Get Epilepsy Under Control
Wine Ratings May Be Meaningless for Most People
Children With Asthma at Higher Risk for Shingles: Study
Depression Could Worsen Mental Decline in Heart Patients
Drinking Scenes in Movies May Spur Teens to Do the Same
Health Highlights: March 5, 2012
Health Tip: At Risk for Muscle Cramps
Health Tip: Dealing With Dry Mouth
Heart Failure Patients Urged to Discuss Care With Docs
Kids' Concussion Symptoms Can Last a Year, Study Says
Late Preemie Birth May Be Linked to Higher Asthma Risk
Moms' Antidepressants May Affect Babies' Head Size: Study
New Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines Focus on Individual Risk
Severe PMS May Last Longer Than Thought
Snoring Tots May Develop Behavioral Issues Later
Vitamin D May Cut Stress Fracture Risk in Girls
Whole-Body CT Scans Can Miss Traumatic Injuries: Study
Youngest Kids in Class More Apt to Get ADHD Diagnosis: Study
Heavy Kids May Not Respond as Well to Asthma Meds
Many Asthmatics Do Well on Food-Allergy Tests, Study Finds
Mouse Study Suggests Vitamin E May Weaken Bones
Many Pilots, Truck Drivers Sleep-Deprived, Survey Finds
Smoke Exposure Late in Pregnancy Might Boost Baby's Eczema Risk
Bullying May Raise Risk of Suicidal Thoughts: Study
Cold Air May Raise Heart-Attack Risk During Exercise
College Women's Condom Use Falls in Freshman Year
For Sleep Struggles, Women Urged to Alter Routines
Health Highlights: March 2, 2012
Health Tip: Help Your Child Develop a Healthy Approach to Eating
Health Tip: Living With Restless Legs Syndrome
Kidney Donors May Not Face Higher Heart Disease Risk
Parents' Wishes Sway Docs' Choices on Preterm Deliveries
Prescription Meds Can Put on Unwanted Pounds
Sickle Cell Blood Test Might Predict Severity of Disease
Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study
Timing of Preemie Birth May Be Key to Kids' Health Later
Too Many Americans Skipping Colon Cancer Screening
Twitter Adding to Stigma of Epilepsy, Study Says
Young Puzzle-Solvers May Be Tomorrow's Engineers
City Birds Sing Differently Than Their Country Cousins
Health Highlights: March 1, 2012
Health Tip: Appreciate Your Body Image While Pregnant
Health Tip: Help Manage IBS Symptoms
Life Expectancy for U.S. Blacks Shorter Than That of Whites
Mouse Study Shows How Pot Clouds Memory
Older Adults Do Get a Good Night's Rest, Survey Finds
'Parent Training' May Help Kids With Autism Behave Better
Regular Pap Smear Boosts Cervical Cancer Survival: Study
Stroke Risk Rises With Duration of Type 2 Diabetes: Study
Toxins Afloat in Shark Fin Soup?
Trans Fats May Raise Stroke Risk in Older Women
Two Pancreatic-Enzyme Products Approved
Urban Forests Disappearing: Report
Vitamin A Supplements Might Cut Melanoma Risk: Study
Wanted: Female Nurses for Large, Ongoing Study
Web-Based Therapy May Help Teens With Chronic Fatigue
Weight-Loss Surgery Seems Safe for Kidney Disease Patients
Alzheimer's-Like Memory Loss Reversed in Mice
Combining Heart Valve Repair With Bypass May Be Worthwhile
Could a Statin Lower Your Risk for Depression?
Dad's Depression May Rub Off on Child's Behavior
Drug Seems to Speed Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury
Efforts to Improve Research on Kids' Drugs Paying Off: Report
Health Highlights: Feb. 29, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Eye Problems
Health Tip: Protect Your Kids' Teeth From Cavities
Job Loss Fears Sow Unhappiness in Work, Family Life
New Drug May Help Fight Rare Bone Marrow Disorder
Nicotine Patches May Not Help During Pregnancy
Older Prostate Cancer Patients Might Be Overtreated: Study
Preschool Kids Best Prepared for Kindergarten: Study
Sleeping Pills Tied to Higher Risk for Death, Cancer
Sports Concussion: Myths and Facts
Strict Underage Drinking Laws May Deter Delinquency in Teens
U.S. Kids Still Eat Too Much Added Sugar: CDC
U.S. Will Push to Have Graphic Warnings on Cigarettes
Autoinjector Version of MS Drug Approved
BPA Exposure May Raise Risk of Heart Disease
Drug-Free Housing Helps Heroin, Oxycontin Addicts Recover
Ecstasy Use During Pregnancy May Harm Fetus: Study
Family Tree May Aid Treatment of Inherited Heart Disorders
FDA Adds Safety Warnings to Statins
Health Highlights: Feb. 28, 2012
Health Tip: Are You at Greater Risk for Pneumonia?
Health Tip: Preventing Back Pain Among New Moms
Many Gaps in Fast-Food Nutrition Information
Many Vegetarians Unaware of Animal-Derived Gels in Pills
New Flu Discovered in Guatemalan Fruit Bats
Parents Often Right to Bring Kids With Fever to the ER: Study
Poor Patients Less Likely to Sue Doctors, Analysis Shows
Selenium Supplements May Help -- or Harm
Teens May Fare Worse After Concussion Than Children or Adults
Vitamin D3 Might Ease Menstrual Cramps
'Active' Video Games May Not Boost Kids' Fitness: Study
Another Batch of Birth Control Pills Recalled for Faulty Packaging
Are the Rich Really Different From You and Me?
As Youth Baseball Season Nears, Experts Urge Injury Prevention
'Chemo Brain' May Linger 20 Years After Breast Cancer Treatment
Disabled Adults More Apt to Be Victims of Violence: Study
Exclusive Breast-Feeding Best for Baby: Experts
Health Highlights: Feb. 27, 2012
Health Tip: Fruit Juices and Kids
Health Tip: Protect Your Feet From Fungal Infection
Hearing Loss Triples Risk of Falling: Study
Irregular Heartbeat May Predict Mental Decline in Some
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Protect the Aging Brain
Pediatricians Renew Call for HPV Vaccine for Boys
Poor Lung Function Linked to Heart Failure in Study
Rapid Flu Tests a Good First Step: Study
Sleeping Pills Linked to Raised Risk of Death, Cancer: Study
Stents No Better Than Medicine for Stable Heart Disease, Study Says
Experimental Drug Shows Promise Against Type 2 Diabetes
Stem Cell Finding Could Expand Women's Lifetime Supply of Eggs
Size, Experience Matter on Rugby Field, Study Finds
Video Games, Impulsivity Seem to Go Hand-in-Hand
Brain Calls the Shots on Which Hand Holds Cellphone
Children Now Eligible for Screening Test for Bacterium
Desk Jockeys Urged to Take Small Steps to Get Exercise
Dieting Can Prove Dangerous for Kidney Disease Patients
Gene Might Be a Culprit in Sudden Infant Death for Boys
Health Highlights: Feb. 24, 2012
Health Tip: Hip Arthritis May Not Need Surgery
Health Tip: Seniors Need Exercise, Too
In Tougher Economy, Fewer Americans Get Colonoscopy
Kids From Poorer Families Drink Too Much Juice: Poll
Many Elderly Now Bring Companion on Doctor's Visit
Phobia Makes Spiders Appear Larger Than They Are: Study
Prediabetes Not to Blame for Nerve Damage: Study
Researchers Spot Genes Behind Macular Degeneration
Skin Tests Catch Metal Sensitivity Before Joint Replacement
Why Cancer Symptoms May Elude M.D.
Young Blacks Less Likely to Seek Mental Health Care: Study
'Bird' Flu May Be More Common in Humans, But Less Deadly
Blood Test Detects Down Syndrome During Pregnancy
Certain Antipsychotics Up Risk of Death for Patients With Dementia: Study
Chemical Used to Strip Bathtubs Linked to Worker Deaths: CDC
Citrus Fruits May Lower Women's Stroke Risk
Contraceptives Work Well in Obese Women, But Hormone Levels Lower
Earliest Known Horse Shrank Due to Warming Planet: Report
Flu Season Off to a Very Late Start: CDC
Health Highlights: Feb. 23, 2012
Health Tip: Exercising During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low?
Home-Visit Program May Improve Child's Asthma
Meds for Autism Not Well Understood: Study
Mild Winter Heralds Early Sneezin' Season
More Kidney Dialysis Is Better, Research Finds
Second-Chance Romance Might Not Bring Happiness
Southerners Sleepiest, U.S. 'Sleep Map' Shows
Study Links 'Body Clock' to Sudden Cardiac Death
Study Supports CT-Based 'Virtual' Colonoscopy to Spot Colon Cancer
All U.S. Adults Should Get Whooping Cough Shot: Panel
Death Rate from Hepatitis C on the Rise
Endometriosis Could Raise Risk of 3 Ovarian Cancers
FDA Advisers Back Weight-Loss Drug Qnexa
Health Highlights: Feb. 22, 2012
Health Tip: Be a Responsible Driver
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Foot Arthritis
Hospitals Ranked for Emergency Medicine Quality
Laughing in the Face of Dental Fear May Ease Worries
Mammograms Can Save Lives of Women in Their 40s: Study
Men's Legs May Be New Source for Hair Transplants
Migraines May Raise a Woman's Odds of Depression
New Guidelines Seek to Prevent Sudden Death in Young Athletes
New Melanoma Drug May Extend Survival
Researchers Spot New Gene Mutation Linked to Breast Cancer
Studies Offer More Evidence That Colonoscopy Saves Lives
Support for Tougher Liquor Laws Rises When Booze, Crime Linked
Toddlers With Angry Parents May Have More Temper Tantrums
Aspirin as Good as Plavix for Poor Leg Circulation: Study
Booze in Movies May Fuel Teenage Drinking
Exercise in Pregnancy Safe for Baby, Study Finds
FDA Moves to Head Off Shortages of 2 Cancer Drugs
FDA Weighs Fate of Qnexa for Weight Loss, Again
Flu Shots for Pregnant Moms May Protect Babies
Health Highlights: Feb. 21, 2012
Health Tip: Set Exercise Goals
Health Tip: Take a Deep Breath
Hispanic Americans Born Outside Country Have Fewer Strokes
Is Avoiding Gluten in Foods Always Necessary?
Kidney Damage Greatly Raises Diabetics' Risk for Death
Many Women Having a Heart Attack Don't Have Chest Pain
Medtronic Stent Approved to Treat Coronary Artery Disease
More Doubt on Link Between a Blood Chemical and Heart Disease
Pig-to-Human 'Superbug' May Be Due to Animal Antibiotics
Raw Milk Causes Most Illness From Dairy Products: CDC
Study: No Significant Rise in Seizure Risk From Common Kids' Vaccine
Type 1 Diabetes May Develop More Slowly Than Thought
15% of U.S. Surgeons Report Drinking Problems in Survey
Autism Diagnosis Often Occurs Later for Black Children
Face Lifts Erase an Average of 7 Years Off Age, Study Finds
Female Cancer Survivors Report Worse Health Habits: Survey
Fewer Melanoma Deaths in Counties With More Dermatologists
Fructose No Worse Than Other Sugars for Weight Gain: Study
Gender Identity Issues Can Harm Kids' Mental Health: Study
Health Highlights: Feb. 20, 2012
Health Tip: How to Lower Your Risk of Stroke
Health Tip: Never Leave Kids in the Car
Hepatitis C Now Kills More Americans Than HIV
Korlym Approved for Cushing's Syndrome
Many Americans Support Lower Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes
Mexican-Americans' Diets Suffer as They Abandon Traditional Foods: Study
Mom's Nicotine Patch May Raise Baby's Risk for Colic
Monitoring Spinal Cord During Certain Surgeries May Prevent Complications
National Guard Deployment May Sometimes Trigger Alcohol Abuse
Pregnancy Complications May Predict Heart Trouble Later
Some Kids' Surgery Should Include Staph Screening: Study
Study Links Colic in Infants to Migraines in Moms
Gene Might Boost Risk for Obesity
Worries About Colonoscopy Unfounded: Study
Bird Flu Studies Can Be Published After All: WHO
Disabled Elderly Say They Want Dignity, Control
Dogs Can Boost Exercise Rates for Moms-to-Be
Age Doesn't Raise Complication Risk for Pregnancies With Donor Eggs
Arthritic Hip May Be Tougher to Treat Than Knee
Brain Scans Might Spot Autism as Early as 6 Months of Age
Eating Fish May Help Ward Off Colon Polyps in Women
Exercise Can Build Young Adults' Bones, Study Finds
Faulty Dosing Device Prompts Recall of Infants' Tylenol
Good Football Helmet Fit Key to Preventing Brain Injuries
Health Highlights: Feb. 17, 2012
Health Tip: Take Care of Your Skin
Health Tip: When a Child Resists Going to Bed
Kids With Crohn's Disease, Colitis Often Struggle at School: Study
Living to 100 May Be Tougher Than You Think
More Neighborhood Bars Linked to Domestic Violence
Motor Impairments Appear to Be a Characteristic of Autism
Parents' Strict Rules Could Curb Kids' Drinking
Specific Dietary Goals May Help Diabetics Eat Better
1 in 10 U.S. Kids Lives With Parent Who Has Abused Alcohol: Report
Arsenic Might Be Found in Some Organic Foods: Study
Findings on HIV-Resistant Sex Workers May Help Vaccine Efforts
Genome Map Might Help Save Tasmanian Devil From Extinction
Health Highlights: Feb. 16, 2012
Health Insurance 'Mandate' Deemed Best Value for Money
Health Tip: Is Your Baby Breast-Feeding Enough?
Health Tip: Offer Healthy Breakfast Choices
Illicit Drug Use May Be Driving Rise in Ectopic Pregnancies in Florida
Implanted Microchip Might Be Future of Drug Delivery
Is Grief an Illness? The Debate Heats Up
Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Fertility Woes, Miscarriage
Nerve-Sparing Prostate Surgery Helps Men Retain Sexual Function
Online Medieval Fantasy Games -- Threat to Marital Bliss?
Post-Stroke Speech Problems Inflate Cost of Treatment
Teens Victimized by Dating Violence Often Have Difficult Pasts
Treatment Advances Improve the Odds for Heart Failure Patients
U.S. Teen Driving Deaths Up: Report
Weight Training May Help Parkinson's Patients Retain Function
‘Silent,’ Irregular Heartbeat Raises Stroke Risk
A Diet Good for Head and Heart
'Autoinjector' Offers Safe, Speedy Care for Life-Threatening Seizures: Study
Babies May Be Smarter Than You Think
Can Walking Speed, Hand Grip in Middle Age Predict Dementia Risk?
Circulatory Disorder Not Studied Enough in Women, Experts Say
Dietary Help Can Boost Cancer Patients' Nutrition, But Not Survival
Do Parabens Affect Breast Cancer Risk?
E. Coli in Chicken Linked to Urinary Tract Infections
Gene Linked to Start of Puberty
Health Highlights: Feb. 15, 2012
Health Tip: Add Some Panache to Packed Lunches
Health Tip: Practice Window Safety
Many U.S. Teens Hit the Road Without Driver's Ed: Survey
Millions of Americans Have Untreated Hearing Loss: Study
Narcissistic Men at Risk for Health Problems
'Needlestick' Law Linked to Drop in Health Worker Injuries
New Blood Thinner May Prevent Blood Clots During Cancer Treatment
Pedestrians with Headphones More Likely to be Injured
Podcast: Do Parabens Affect Breast Cancer Risk?
Podcast: Narcissistic Men at Risk for Health Problems
Podcast: Pedestrians with Headphones More Likely to be Injured
Podcast: 'Silent,' Irregular Heartbeat Raises Stroke Risk
Podcast: Sleep Apnea Affects Men, Women Equally
Podcast: Study Confirms Safety of Rotavirus Vaccines
Podcast: The Link Between Diabetes and Depression
Respiratory Virus Killed 8 Military Recruits After Vaccination Program Halted
Sleep Apnea Affects Men, Women Equally
Stop-Smoking Drug May Also Curb Problem Drinking
Study Confirms Safety of Rotavirus Vaccines
Study Finds Gene Behind Inherited Cases of Enlarged Heart
The Link Between Diabetes and Depression
Weekend Delivery Doesn't Hurt Babies With Birth Defects: Study
Antibiotics Don't Help Most Sinus Infections, Study Finds
Any Exercise Benefits Kids' Heart Health: Study
Back Problems May Cut Into Retirement Savings
Brain Scans May One Day Be Used to Predict Dementia
Bullying a Strong Risk Factor for Suicide in Gay Youth: Study
Cold Baths May Help Ease Muscle Soreness After Workouts
Don't Forget Your Kids on Valentine's Day
FDA Thinks Shortage of Cancer Drug for Kids Can Be Averted
Health Highlights: Feb. 14, 2012
Health Tip: Is Your Child Anxious?
Health Tip: Treating Jaw Pain
Lead, Cadmium Levels in Blood Linked to Reduced Fertility
Lost Love Often the Biggest Source of Regret, Study Shows
Psychotherapy May Ease Hot Flashes After Breast Cancer
Sleeplessness Tied to Early Alzheimer's, Study Says
Switching to Water, Diet Drinks Linked to Modest Weight Loss
Teens With Autism Preoccupied With TV, Video Games: Study
Vitamin D May Not Boost Heart Health in Kidney Patients
Concerns Over Kids' Shut-Eye an Age-Old Problem
Exercise a Defense Against Dementia: Study
Handling Divorce May Be Easier Later in Life
Health Highlights: Feb. 13, 2012
Health Tip: Chewing Tobacco Harms Oral Health
Health Tip: If You're Diabetic and Pregnant
Higher Cancer Rate Seen in Children With Juvenile Arthritis
Home Oxygen Could Raise Burn Risk: Experts
Mediterranean Diet Might Be Healthier for Brain
Mom's Vitamin D Levels Linked to Language Problems in Kids
More Young Adults Get Health Care When They Can Stay on Parents' Plans
No Cancer Benefit From Vitamin B, Omega-3 Supplements in Heart Patients
Radiation After Lung Cancer Surgery Doesn't Help All: Study
Screening by Primary-Care Doctors May Spot Dementia
Smog May Harm Women's Brains: Study
Stem Cell Treatment Might Reverse Heart Attack Damage
Wider Waistlines Linked to Memory Problems in HIV Patients
Zioptan Eyedrops Approved for Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension
Best Friend Benefits Child's Mind, Body, Study Finds
Overeating May Double Risk of Memory Loss: Study
John, Mary, Joe: Simpler Names May Help You Get Ahead
Kindergartners Who Can Pay Attention May Reap Benefits Later
Brain Scans May Predict How People Learn
Gloves, Padded Headgear Helps Protect Boxers
H1N1 'Swine' Flu Makes a Comeback in Mexico
Health Highlights: Feb. 10, 2012
Health Tip: A Sprain in the Neck
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Hip Bursitis?
HIV Severity, Treatment Unrelated to Kids' Mental Woes: Study
Many Gay Men Would Support 'Home HIV Test': Study
More Than 4 Million Americans Have New Knee
Most Teens Who Self-Harm Are Not Evaluated for Mental Health in ER
Obesity Appears Linked to Pain
Prostate Size May Be Clue to Severity of Cancer
Repeat C-Section Best Scheduled at 39 Weeks, Study Says
Smoking May Up Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus Patients
Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth
When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity
White House Alters Controversial Birth Control Rule
Young Adults Who Quit Smoking Feel Better Quickly
4 New Genes Linked to Type 2 Diabetes
Bug Bites May Have Caused Zebras' Stripes
Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby
C-Sections Might Put Preemies at Risk for Breathing Problems
Fear of Lawsuits Influences Care From Most Orthopedic Surgeons: Survey
Health Highlights: Feb. 9, 2012
Health Tip: Healthier Ways to Prepare Potatoes
Health Tip: Troubled by a Toothache?
Heart Disease May Be Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer
Illicit Drugs Bought Off Internet May Be Poisons, Experts Warn
In Mice, Cancer Drug Shows Effect on Alzheimer's Symptoms
More Patients Seek Plastic Surgery Advice From Facebook, Twitter
More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say
More U.S. Doctors Are Urging Patients to Exercise: CDC
Pot Use Could Double Risk of Car Crash, Research Shows
Risk of Preterm Birth Rises for Hispanic Women the Longer They're in U.S.
Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study
Strutting the Catwalk in Red, Stars Promote 'The Heart Truth'
Aisle Seat Better for Preventing Blood Clots
Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
Depressed Kids May Be Targets for Bullying, Study Suggests
Electrical Brain Stimulation May Strengthen Memory, Study Says
Experts Warn of Antibiotic-Resistant Gonorrhea
Fasting Plus Chemo May Help in Cancer Fight: Study
Female Soccer Players May Face Health Problems: Study
Generic Drugs Easing Out-of-Pocket Medical Costs in U.S.
Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2012
Health Tip: Before You Start an Exercise Program
Health Tip: Coping With Migraines During Pregnancy
Heart Disease Risk Gene May Pass From Dads to Sons
Many Doctors May Be Less Than Honest With Their Patients
More Success With Gene Therapy for Blindness
New Therapy Might Help Relieve Painful Foot Condition
Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms
One 'Silver Lining' to Recession: Fewer Broken Bones?
Playing Sports May Help Keep Kids From Smoking
Prescription Shampoo Approved to Treat Head Lice
Quality Day Care Predicts Later Parental Involvement in School
Screening Moms-to-Be for Thyroid Trouble May Not Help Offspring
Short Breaks During Exercise OK for Diabetes Control: Study
Tai Chi May Help Parkinson's Patients
When Prodded, Restaurant Diners Often Opt for Smaller Portions
Avoid Window Seats to Cut Risk for In-Flight Blood Clots: Study
Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart
Everyday Foods Add Up to Major Salt Problems: CDC
Facebook Might Be Tough on Users With Low Self-Esteem
Gene Research Offers Clues to Parkinson's Disease
Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent Ice Skating Accidents
Health Tip: When You Can't Hear
Heart Failure, Osteoporosis Go 'Hand-in-Hand': Researchers
Kids' Diarrhea Vaccine Appears Safe After All: Study
Letting Baby Eat Finger Foods May Spur Healthier Weight
Moving Homes Often in Childhood Might Affect Long-Term Health
New Antibiotic for Bladder Infection Disappoints in Trial
New Meningitis Vaccine Works in Infants: Study
Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems
Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age
Soft Drinks May Raise Odds for Respiratory Ills: Study
Surgery Effective for Tough-to-Treat Epilepsy
Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study
Certain Cancer Drugs May Have Fatal Side Effects: Analysis
College Degree Lowers Marriage Odds for Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds
Constipation May Help Explain Some Bedwetting
Does Abortion in First Trimester Raise Risk of Mental Ills' Return?
Fewer Teens Exposed to Tobacco Smoke in Cars: Report
Health Highlights: Feb. 6, 2012
Health Tip: Common Reasons for Potty Training 'Accidents'
Health Tip: How to Protect Seniors From Injury
Many U.S. Kids Still Buy Unhealthy Snacks at School
Metformin Preferred Drug for Type 2 Diabetes, Experts Say
More Americans Seeking Love Online: Study
New Criteria Could Change Who Is Diagnosed With Alzheimer's
New Scoring Method May Help Predict Stroke Outcome
Pancreas May 'Taste' Fructose, Hinting at Links to Diabetes
Smoking May Be Especially Tough on Men's Brains
Spanking Produces Troubled Kids, Study Contends
Thousands of U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Abuse
Vulnerability to Anthrax Varies Widely: Study
Dealing With Head Lice
Safe Social Networking Tips for Teens
Don't Fumble Your Diet on Super Bowl Sunday
Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors
Aspirin, Warfarin Fare Equally for Heart Failure Patients
Asthmatic Moms Who Breast-feed May Help Their Children's Lungs
Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study
Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
Diabetes Takes Toll on Women's Hearing: Study
Epidural Plus Fever in Mom May Raise Risks for Baby
Hard Drug Use in Middle Age Could Prove Fatal, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Feb. 3, 2012
Health Tip: Prepare for Breast-feeding
Health Tip: Teach Your Toddler Good Behavior
Malaria's Global Death Toll Much Higher Than Thought
Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study
Map Shows Where in U.S. to Beware of Lyme Disease
Norovirus Top Cause of Hospital Infection Outbreaks, Says Study
Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study
Smaller Plate Won't Help Your Diet, Research Shows
Soy Supplements May Not Shield Against Breast Cancer
Why Human Brains Are Smarter Than Chimp Brains
Anemia May Boost Death Risk After Stroke
Anesthesia in Early Childhood May Be Linked to ADHD
Being Fit Before Stroke May Aid Recovery
Efforts to Reduce Stroke in Kids With Sickle Cell Working: Study
Health Highlights: Feb. 2, 2012
Health Tip: Help Prevent a Stress Fracture
Health Tip: Talk to Teens About Distracted Driving
If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You
It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
Lack of Sunlight May Raise Stroke Risk
Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives
Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
New Anti-Clotting Drug May Cut Brain Bleeding Risk: Study
'People Pleasers' More Prone to Overeating: Study
Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella Dangers, CDC Warns
Pleasure in Scratching an Itch May Depend on Location
Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study
Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug
Some Stroke Survivors Can't Recognize Fear, Anger in Others
Stroke Can Impact a Child's Language, Hand-Eye Coordination
Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Women Wear Red on Friday to Highlight Heart Health
Adult Children of Stroke Sufferers May Show Signs of Brain Aging, Too
Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Affect Memory in Healthy People
Child Abuse, Neglect a Major Public Health Problem: CDC
Clot-Busting Drug May Work for Those Who Have Strokes While Asleep
Exercise a Good Pick-Me-Up After Cancer Treatment: Study
Experimental Drug Might Beat Aspirin in Preventing Repeat Strokes: Study
Gleevec Approval Widened to Include Rare Cancer
Health Highlights: Feb. 1, 2012
Health Tip: Keep Heartburn Under Control
Health Tip: Strained a Hamstring?
Infections Might Raise Stroke Risk in Children: Study
Many Hispanics Don't Call an Ambulance For Stroke: Study
'Morning-After' Pill May Be New Option to Treat Painful Fibroids
Pediatricians' Group Recommends HPV Vaccine for Boys
Pfizer Recalls 1 Million Packets of Birth Control Pills
Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Range of Treatment
Science Shows How Massage Eases Sore Muscles
Scientists Use Brain Waves to Eavesdrop on the Mind
Sleep Apnea May Be Tied to 'Silent' Strokes, Study Finds
Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Stroke, Studies Say
Stenting, Surgery Appear Comparable for Opening Neck Artery
Study Finds Link Between Heart Failure, Brain Changes
Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Disappoints in Trial
Worrying Too Much Might Raise Your Risk for Stroke
Alternative to Colonoscopy Spots Cancers, Too
Experimental Drugs Do Battle Against Advanced Prostate Cancer
Fatty Diet Before Pregnancy Linked to Gestational Diabetes
FDA OKs Drug That Targets Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis
For Kids, Laughter Really May Be the Best Medicine
Health Highlights: Jan. 31, 2012
Health Tip: Most Teens Don't Get Enough Sleep
Health Tip: Wash Skin Properly
Heartburn Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Older Women
Hospitality Not a Friendly Industry for Disabled Workers: Study
Kalydeco Approved to Treat Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis
Pediatricians' Group Urges More Input From Parents
Pediatrics Group Stresses Parental Involvement
Popular Diabetes Drug Might Cut Pancreatic Cancer Risk: Study
Science Shows How Exercise Might Help in Prostate Cancer
Second Breast Cancer Surgery Sometimes Needed
Stem Cells May Further Hepatitis C Research
Study Compares 3 Common Prostate Cancer Treatments
Too Much Testosterone Linked to Inflated Ego: Study
U.S. Advisers Explain Request to Censor Bird Flu Research
When Mom-to-Be's Overweight and Smokes, Risk for Birth Defects Rises
Chubby Doctors Could Be Bad for Your Health
Erivedge Approved to Treat Basal Cell Carcinoma
Even Strangers Can Make You Feel Left Out
First Drug Ok'd to Combat Spreading Basal Cell Skin Cancer
Gene Study Sheds Light on Body Clock's Link to Diabetes
Health Highlights: Jan.30, 2012
Health Reform Law Gaining Wider Acceptance: Poll
Health Tip: Healthy Fats? They Exist
Health Tip: How to Protect Toddlers From Burns
Live Liver Donation Safer Than Previously Thought
Many Parents Skip Booster Seats When Carpooling
More Newborns Suffering Drug Withdrawal at Birth
Nurturing Moms May Help Their Child's Brain Develop
Pets Help Women Cope With HIV/AIDS
Statins Equally Effective in Women and Men
Study Looks at Possible HIV Drugs-Birth Defect Link
Those Extra Pounds Could Harm Your Back
Ultrasound As a Male Contraceptive?
What Would Jesus Do? Maybe Not What I'd Do, Survey of Christians Finds
Blood Pressure Differences Between Arms Could Signal Heart Risk
Teen Driver's Friends Can Be Dangerous Distraction, Studies Find
Mathematical Model Suggests When to Shoot in Basketball
Winter Doldrums Got You Down? Here's How to Bounce Back
Acupuncture May Boost Pregnancy Success Rates
Bydureon Approved for Type 2 Diabetes
Common Gastro Disease Occurs Even With High-Fiber Diet
Discrimination Seems to Harm Health Regardless of Race
Drug Approved for Advanced Kidney Cancer
Experts Offer Tips on Avoiding iPad-Linked Shoulder, Neck Strain
Health Highlights: Jan. 27, 2012
Health Tip: Manage Pain During Childbirth
Health Tip: Preparing for a Stress Test
IV Acetaminophen Linked to More Child Overdoses
Native Americans May Have Trekked From Siberia
Off-Campus Party Hosts Drank Most in College Survey
People May Lie More When Texting: Study
Positive Reinforcement May Help Patients Take Their Meds
Students Report Playing Dangerous 'Choking Game'
Too Much Fructose Sweetener Tied to Heart Risks in Teens
Tropical Trip OK for Most With Crohn's, Colitis
Brain Activity May Help Predict Autism Before Age 1: Study
Caffeine May Alter Women's Estrogen Levels
Factors Linked to Age of Onset of Menopause Identified
Gang Murders Taking Toll on Young Males, CDC Says
Health Highlights: Jan. 26, 2012
Health Tip: Caring for Minor Burns
Health Tip: Create the Right Environment for Sleep
More U.S. Babies Born at Home: Report
Mutations in 2 Genes Linked to Rare Autism-Related Disorder
Oral HPV Infection Strikes Men More Than Women: Study
Researchers Spot Potential Bile Duct Cancer Drug Targets
Statins May Stave Off Liver Cancer in People With Hepatitis B
Study Finds No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorders
Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return
Testosterone Exposure May Explain Boys' Language Delay
Too Few Americans Getting Screened for Common Cancers: CDC
Too Many Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Inactive, Study Finds
Working Too Much Can Give You the Blues
Active Ingredient in Viagra Shrunk Disfiguring Growths in Kids
Avastin May Be Helpful Before Breast Cancer Surgery
Health Highlights: Jan. 25, 2012
Health Tip: Clean a Wound Carefully
'Inner Dialogue' Might Aid People With Autism
Kids' Snacks Can Be Healthy and Inexpensive
Less Salt, More Veggies in School Lunches: USDA
Lifestyle Counseling Helps Diabetes Patients Control Blood Sugar
Long Shifts May Raise Some Nurses' Odds for Obesity
Many Docs Use Costly MRIs to Diagnose Nerve Condition: Study
Men at Higher Risk for Mental Decline That Precedes Alzheimer's
Neurologists Should Screen Patients for Abuse: Experts
Oldest Known Dinosaur Nesting Site Found
Optimal Heart Health Starts Early: Study
Protein That Controls Movement Does the Opposite in Parkinson's
U.S. Soldiers Face Host of Mental Health Issues
Women Can Take Steps to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Baltimore Deemed U.S. City With Most Top-Ranked Hospitals
Brain Games May Cut Alzheimer’s Risk
Can Low Birth Weight Raise Autism Risk?
Common Household Chemicals Might Harm Kids' Immunity
Could 'Magic' Mushrooms Ease Depression?
CT Scan Dye Containing Iodine May Affect Thyroid
Drug May Slow Early Prostate Cancer: Study
Enriched Skim Milk Good for Gout, Study Suggests
Even With Insurance, Unemployed Have Worse Health Outcomes
Frying With Olive, Sunflower Oil OK for Heart, Study Finds
Gene Mutations May Boost Ovarian Cancer Survival: Study
Health Highlights: Jan. 24, 2012
Health Tip: Exercise for Healthier Bones
Health Tip: Food Can Affect Sleep
Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma
How Did Generation X Respond to the H1N1 'Swine' Flu Epidemic?
Lack of ZZZs May Fuel Appetite
Ob-Gyns Should Screen for Domestic Abuse: Experts
Rate of Leg, Foot Amputations Among Diabetics Drops: CDC
Abortion Safer for Women Than Childbirth, Study Claims
Alcohol OK in Housing for Formerly Homeless, Study Says
Bosses Have Big Impact on Workplace Well-Being
Certain Seniors at Risk for Infection After ER Visit: Study
'Co-Occurring' Disorders May Explain Change in Autism Diagnosis
Dyslexia's Brain Changes May Occur Before Kids Learn to Read
Health Highlights: Jan. 23, 2012
Health Tip: Help Calm a Cough
Health Tip: When Stress Becomes Dangerous
Hip Fracture Patients Often Have Other Health Problems
Living Together May Be Mentally Healthier Than Marriage: Study
Narcissism Especially Bad for Men's Health, Study Says
Only 1 in 4 Young Teens Uses Sunscreen Regularly, Study Finds
Pain Intensity Greater for Women Than Men, Study Finds
Parents May Hold Key to Treating Kids' Obesity
Severe Brain Injury When Young May Have Long-Term Effects
Small Stem Cell Study Claims Early Success in Treating Eye Disease
Steady Diet of Mental Stimulation Might Reduce Alzheimer's Risk
Study Shows How Stress Triggers Immune System
Avoid Getting Scorched by 'Hot Yoga'
Health Highlights: Jan. 22, 2012
New Genetic Clues to Breast Cancer?
Protect Yourself From Ski-Fatigue Injuries
Texting, Talking on Cellphone Slows Walking Pace: Study
Anthrax Vaccine Shows Promise in Monkeys
Asthma Meds Likely Safe During Pregnancy: Study
Breast Cancer Before 50 Linked to More Distress
British Troops Have Lower Rate of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Experts Weigh Changes to Definition of Autism
First Test Approved to Help Detect Risk of Rare Brain Infection
Health Highlights: Jan. 20, 2012
Health Tip: Store Insulin Properly
Health Tip: Strengthen Your Muscles
Many Breast Cancer Patients Uninformed About Options: Study
Many U.S. Adults Not Vaccinated for Hepatitis B
More Evidence for Oxaliplatin as Colon Cancer Chemotherapy
Rapid Infant Growth Linked to Asthma in Study
Scientists Agree to Delay Controversial Bird Flu Research
Smoking During Pregnancy Not Linked to Autism
Study Highlights Features of High-Quality Primary Care
Tanning Salon Tax No Deterrent: Study
Treating Diabetes, Depression Together May Make Sense
U.S. Work-Related Injuries, Illnesses Take Toll on the Till
1 in 5 U.S. Adults Suffers Mental Ills: Report
Alcohol OK in Housing for Formerly Homeless, Study Says
Can Coffee Really Thwart Type 2 Diabetes?
Health Highlights: Jan. 19, 2012
Health Tip: Set an Exercise Schedule
Health Tip: Stick With Your Healthy New Year's Resolutions
Hungry Families Admit to 'Formula Stretching '
Kidney Failure Patients Prone to GI Tract Bleeding
More Americans Practicing Safe Sex, CDC Reports
More Than Half of Teens Who Gave Birth Weren't Using Contraception: CDC
Narrowed Artery Condition Often Goes Undiagnosed: Study
Poorer Folks May Find It Harder to Quit Smoking
Repeat Scans Urged for Head Injury When Blood Thinners Involved
Sex OK for Many Heart Patients, Docs Say
Stroke Patients With Delirium Have Worse Prognosis
Study Hints That Statins Might Fight Breast Cancer
U.S. Military Women Exposed to More Combat Than Ever Before
Antidepressants Might Raise Fall Risk in Nursing Homes
Flu Season Off to Slow Start, So Far
Genes May Give Clues to Severe Form of Lupus
Genes May Guide Intelligence Throughout Life
Gossiping Might Be Good for You
Health Highlights: Jan. 18, 2012
Health Tip: Avoid Sugary Foods for Healthier Teeth
Health Tip: Limit Drug-Food Interactions
Melanoma Drug's Link to Other Skin Cancers Identified
New Drug Combo for Hepatitis C Shows Promise
Sleep Might Help Deepen Traumatic Memories
Some Women Can Go Longer Between Bone Checks: Study
Study Maps Path From Smoking to Emphysema in Mice
U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
Vaccine Against Bacterial Meningitis Shows Promise
Voraxaze Approved to Treat High Levels of Chemo Drug
Americans Aren't Getting Any Skinnier
Blood Test Shows Promise in Spotting Pancreatic Cancers Early
Drinking Late in First Trimester May Be Most Hazardous
Drug Duo May Help Fight Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer
Experimental Blood Thinner Given Before Surgery Shows Benefit
Experimental Drug Might Help Some a Bit With Colon Cancer
FDA to Weigh Safety of Tobacco Lozenges, Strips
Fewer Drowning Deaths, Injuries in Kids
Health Highlights: Jan. 17, 2012
Health Tip: Get More Veggies Into Your Diet
Health Tip: Stop Your Child's Thumb-Sucking Habit
Heavier Ex-NFL Players May Be Prone to Brain Decline
Joint Replacement Patients Face Blood Clot Risk in Hospital
Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging
More Known About Proteins That Cause Autoimmune Diseases
'The Pill' Can Help Ease Period Pain, Study Finds
U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
'Upper Normal' Blood Pressure Linked to Heart Risk in Men
Vitamin D Won't Help Most COPD Patients: Study
Younger Adults on Multiple Meds at Risk for Falls: Study
'Bath-Salts' Injection Leads to Flesh-Eating Disease
Brain Structure Adapts to Arm Injury, Study Says
Children Born by C-Section at Slightly Higher Asthma Risk
Children's Drowning Injuries, Deaths Decline: Study
Drop in Melanoma Deaths Limited to Educated Whites: Study
Drugs for Adult ADHD Safe for the Heart
Endovascular Graft Approved for Tears of Aorta
Fitness May Trump Weight for Good Health
Health Highlights: Jan. 16, 2012
Health Tip: Avoid the Flu During Travel
Health Tip: What Affects Blood Glucose?
HPV Test Finds Cervical Cancer Earlier
Injuries to Pedestrians Wearing Headphones Tripled Since 2004
Is Continued Lip-Reading an Early Sign of Autism?
Many Head and Neck Cancer Survivors Face Eating Problems
More, Faster Weight Loss Seen With Gastric Bypass Than Banding
'Nose Job' May Make You Look a Bit Younger, Too: Study
Older Runners Still Use Oxygen Efficiently
Overweight Teen Girls May Have Higher Acne Risk
Pediatricians Split on Heart Tests Before Kids' ADHD Meds
Podcast: Drugs for Adult ADHD Safe for the Heart
Podcast: Fitness May Trump Weight for Good Health
Podcast: HPV Test Finds Cervical Cancer Earlier
Podcast: Older Runners Still Use Oxygen Efficiently
Podcast: Preemie's Nervous System May Raise Risk for SIDS
Podcast: Rotating Shift Work Raises Diabetes Risk
Podcast: Women Quit Breast Cancer Drugs Over Side Effects
Preemie's Nervous System May Raise Risk for SIDS
Rotating Shift Work Raises Diabetes Risk
Teens of Lesbian Parents Appear Well-Adjusted
Women Quit Breast Cancer Drugs Over Side Effects
Women Suffer From Sleep Apnea, Raised Heart Risks, Too
Your Taste for Fat May Reside in Your Genes
Do Men Flash Cash to Find a Mate?
Heading Soccer Balls Could Injure Brain
Deaf 'Signers' Quick to Interpret Body Language: Study
Healthy Children, Safe Homes a Winning Combination
At More U.S. Workplaces, Smokers Need Not Apply
Bored Workers Often Turn to Chocolate, Booze, Study Finds
CDC Warns Against Sharing Insulin Pens
Experts Urge Public Action to Aid Cancer Prevention
Health Highlights: Jan. 13, 2012
Health Tip: Buy Safe Toys
Health Tip: Take Care of Dry Skin
Need to Exercise More? Think How It Will Help You Now
Normal Pregnancies May Be Misdiagnosed as Ectopic
Recent Rotavirus Vaccines Safe, Study Says
Salt Water Won't Stop Python Invasion in Florida: Experts
Statins Cost Four Times More in U.S. Than in U.K.
Surgeons Offer Advice on Avoiding Varicose Veins
Weight Gain Often Unrecognized by Young Women
Work-Life Balance Tougher for Couples With Similar Jobs
Antidepressants While Pregnant Linked to Slight Risk of Lung Problem in Babies
Blogging Can Help Calm Anxious Teens: Study
Children Exposed to HIV Before Birth at Risk for Language Delay
DNA Damage From Chemo May Help Spur Leukemia's Return
Does Deodorant Ingredient Affect Breast Cancer Risk?
'Exoskeleton' Helps Paralyzed Stand, Take Steps
Health Highlights: Jan. 12, 2012
Health Tip: Better Manage Stress
Health Tip: Help Control Constipation During Pregnancy
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Less Common in Sunny States
Little Known About How Autism Affects Teen Drivers: Researchers
Music May Ease Anxiety, Pain in Prostate Biopsy Patients
Partner's 'Viral Load' a Major Factor in HIV Transmission: Study
U.S. Diabetes Prevention Program Might Avert 885,000 Cases
Your Smartphone May Be Stressing You Out
Alcohol Targets Brain 'Reward Centers' in Heavy Drinkers
Americans Living Longer, Report Finds
Car, TV Ownership Tied to Higher Risk for Heart Attack
Could Internet Addiction Disrupt Brain's Connections?
Covering Gym Fees Might Be Money Saver for Medicare
Even When Silent, Irregular Heartbeat Linked to Stroke Risk
Gene Research Sheds Light on Rare Immune Disease
Health Highlights: Jan. 11, 2012
Health Tip: Spot the Symptoms of Heart Attack
Health Tip: When Your Child Cries at Night
Herbal Medicines for Arthritis Not Backed by Evidence
Internet Flu Searches May Warn of Outbreaks
Marathoners at Slim Risk of Cardiac Arrest
Mouse Study Give Clues to Why Exercise Is Healthy
Novel Stem Cell Treatment May Hold Promise for Type 1 Diabetes
Outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease Traced to Hospital Fountain
Role of Diet in ADHD Is Mixed
Scientists Identify Inherited Prostate Cancer Gene
Surgeons in Mid-Career Have Fewest Complications: Study
Tests Might Someday Help Spot Early Lung Cancer
Three Embryos Are Too Many for IVF: Study
Alzheimer's Med Seems Ineffective in Those With Down Syndrome
Asian-Americans More Apt to Die in Hospital After Heart Attacks
Autism Gastro Problems May Be Linked to Gut Bacteria
Certain Diabetes Drugs Might Aid Weight Loss
Dementia May Lead to Avoidable Hospitalizations
Diabetes Takes a Toll on Lifetime Earnings: Study
Health Highlights: Jan. 10, 2012
Health Tip: Is My Neck Pain Serious?
Health Tip: Make Low-Cholesterol Salad Choices
Heart Experts Make Boosting Bystander CPR a Priority
How to Keep From Overeating When Eating Out
Mixed News on Tough-to-Treat Lung Cancer
Monkeys Treated With 'Love Hormone' Show More Kindness
Occasional Pot Smoking Won't Harm Lungs: Study
One in Six Americans Binge Drink: CDC
Study Challenges Potassium Guidelines for Heart Attack Patients
Too Much Vitamin D Could Be Harmful to Heart
Anti-Estrogen Treatment Shrank Lung Tumors in Mice
Could Nicotine Patches Help Stave Off Memory Loss?
Diet Might Have Some Effect on ADHD
Exercise May Help Those at Higher Risk for Alzheimer's: Study
FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant
Grief Is a Real Heartbreaker, Study Finds
Growth in U.S. Health Spending Stayed Slow in 2010
Health Highlights: Jan. 9, 2012
Health Tip: Be Prepared for Skin Changes as You Age
Health Tip: Insomnia Keeping You Awake?
Kids Who Need Heart Surgery May Fare Better at Busier Hospitals
Low-Dose Aspirin to Prevent First Heart Attack or Stroke? Not So Fast
Most Parents Tell Kids About Test Results for Breast Cancer Genes
New Blood Thinner Linked to Higher Heart Attack Risk
Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study
Power of Acupuncture to Ease Migraines Questioned in Study
Researchers Look at Genomes of Nonsmokers With Lung Cancer
Short Delay in Treating Blood Pressure Safe for Diabetics: Study
Statins May Boost Diabetes Risk in Older Women
Surgery Seems Most Effective for Herniated Discs
Why Some People Live to 110
Safety Tips for Cold-Weather Exercise
ADHD Drug Shortage Pushes Parents to Seek Substitutes
As Nations Develop, So May Bowel Disease
Diabetes Care Thwarted by Unstable Health Insurance: Study
Global Study Finds Drug Abuse Highest in Richer Nations
Health Highlights: Jan. 6, 2012
Health Tip: House Cleaning With Arthritis
Health Tip: Make Eating a Family Affair
Mice Exposed to Smoke Helped by Blood Pressure Drug: Study
Paranoid or Placid? Scans Show Pot's Effect on Brain
PSA Test for Prostate Cancer Doesn't Save Lives: Study
Researchers Identify Liver Cancer Risk Factors
Resolve to Take Colon Cancer Test, Experts Say
Smog Tied to Raised Risk of Chronic Illness in Black Women
Study Offers Clues to Why Some Don't Benefit From Asthma Drugs
Weight Loss Surgery May Help Diabetes
Antibiotics in Pregnancy May Shield Newborns From Strep B
Blood Test May Reveal Child's Sex Soon After Conception
Chronic Heartburn a Growing Problem in U.S.
Could Daily Aspirin Harm Seniors' Eyes?
Drug Eases Gout Flare-ups in Some Patients: Study
Experts Endorse Lower Lead-Poisoning Threshold
Flu Prevention Critical for Those With Neurologic Conditions, CDC Says
Have Heartburn? Get Help
Health Highlights: Jan. 5, 2012
Health Tip: Is it Time to Potty Train?
Health Tip: When Aggressive Behavior Signals a Problem
Heart Failure, Diabetes Might Be Linked by Protein
Like Babies, Dogs Pick Up on People's Intent
Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC
Mental Decline Can Start at 45, Study Finds
Missed Naps Could Put Toddlers at Risk for Mood Disorders
Scientists Create First Monkeys With Mixed Genomes
Cancer Incidence, Death Rates Continue to Drop: Report
Celiac Disease in Women Linked to Depression Risk
Family Tips for Getting Fit
FDA Curbs Use of Certain Antibiotics in Livestock, Poultry
Gene Mutation Linked to Chemo-Resistant Colon Cancer
Health Highlights: Jan. 4, 2012
Health Tip: Physical Problems May Cause Insomnia
Health Tip: Practice Sledding Safety
Helping Others to Help Yourself
Many Teen Girls Mistakenly Think HPV Vaccines Cut Risk for All STDs
MRI Scans Show Brain Changes in Kids With Schizophrenia
Need Help? Seek Out the Humble
New Guidelines Issued for Combining HIV, Seizure Meds
Novel Hepatitis C Vaccine Shows Some Early Promise
Potential Herpes Vaccine Disappoints Researchers
Race, Gender, Dementia May Affect Parkinson's Survival
'Safety-First' Playgrounds Linked to Bored, Inactive Kids: Study
Study Reveals Who's More Prone to Be a 'Mean Drunk'
U.S. Twin Births Soar: CDC
Extra Calories, Low Protein Are Culprits in Weight Gain
Fun Ways to Include Kids in Fitness Resolutions
Health Highlights: Jan. 3, 2011
Health Tip: Footcare Suggestions for Diabetics
Health Tip: When It's Time to Call the Doctor About Bedwetting
Insulin-Linked Hormone May Also Raise Alzheimer's Risk
Most Adults With Facial Disfigurement Adapt Psychologically
Older Folks, College Kids Make Decisions Just as Quickly: Study
Pneumonia Vaccine Approved for Older People
Poor Sleep May Complicate Young Diabetics' Blood Sugar Control
U.S. Heart Attack Patients Readmitted Most Often: Study
Weight Loss Surgery Linked to Fewer Heart Attacks, Deaths
Women's Sexual Satisfaction Often Rises With Age: Study
Changes in Cerebrospinal Fluid May Signal Early Alzheimer's
Health Tip: Minimize Nightmares
Health Tip: Stay Healthy During Menopause
Lots of Exercise May Boost Kids' Grades
Mom's Poverty, Diabetes Might Raise ADHD Risk in Kids
Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise May Ease Neck Pain
Study Looks at Deep Brain Stimulation in Bipolar Patients
With Depression, Helping Others May in Turn Help You
Persistence Is Key to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off
Uncork With Care, Eye Experts Warn
A Life-Saving Lesson That Took Decades to Learn
Crowding in ER May Delay Pain Relief for Kids
For Some Couples, Binge Drinking Is Routine
Gene Mutations Linked to Thyroid Cancer Risk: Study
Health Highlights: Dec. 30, 2011
Health Tip: Dealing With Alzheimer's
Health Tip: What is a Night Terror?
Meth Users Much More Likely to Try Suicide
MP3 Players May Be Major Source of Hearing Loss
Multiple Sclerosis May Cause Changes in Thalamus: Study
Obesity, Diabetes Pose 1-2 Threat to Young Americans
PTSD, Respiratory Problems May Be Linked in 9/11 Responders
Tips to Keep Winter Sports Injury-Free
Tips to Start Running and Stay Motivated in 2012
U.S. Blacks More Likely to Die of Colon Cancer Than Whites: Study
Are Global Market Forces Linked to Obesity Epidemic?
Even Today, the Stigma of Mental Illness Won't Fade
Gene Mutation May Be Key to Familial Pancreatic Cancer
Hand-Washing Key to Stopping Spread of Disease
Health Care Reform Battle Tops Health News for 2011
Health Highlights: Dec. 29, 2011
Health Tip: Eat Right During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Exercising With Arthritis
Is American Medicine Too Test Happy?
Music May Help Ease Pain for Anxious People
Parents Speak Out on Catastrophic Youth Sports Injuries
Risk Factors for Vision Loss After Spine Surgery Identified
'Silent Strokes' Linked to Memory Loss in Elderly: Study
Virginia Man Won't Let His Mental Illness Define Him
Adding Lovenox Didn't Reduce Blood Clot Death Risk in Study
Avastin May Help Some With Ovarian Cancer: Studies
Cases of Tamiflu-Resistant Flu Concern Experts
Columbus Voyage Tied to Syphilis Spread?
Doubt Cast on Use of Genetic Test Before Plavix
Eating Disorders Can Last Well Beyond Teen Years
For 2012, Resolve to Quit Smoking
Fungus Found in Sinks Can Cause Serious Infections
Health Highlights: Dec. 28, 2011
Health Tip: Burned Out at Work?
Health Tip: Wear Your Seat Belt During Pregnancy
In High-Tech Age, the Good Old Letter Still Holds Sway
Know the Signs of Alzheimer's
Some 'Gluten-Free' Beers Really Aren't: Study
States Crack Down on Drunk Drivers This Holiday Season
U.S. Doctors Behind Face Transplants Give Details of Procedure
Vitamins, Omega-3s May Keep Brain From Shrinking: Study
Adversity, Trauma May Boost Mental Toughness
Breast Cancer Radiation Linked to Raised Heart Risk
Eating Out Doesn't Have to Mean Excess Calories
Get a Head Start on 2012 Fitness Resolutions
Health Highlights: Dec. 27, 2011
Health Tip: Choose Your Day to Quit Smoking
Health Tip: Discuss Weight With Your Child
New Blood Test May Rule Out Heart Attacks More Quickly
Poor People May Be Quicker to Be Kind
Racial Disparities Seem to Persist in Depression Diagnosis
The Mainstreaming of Vegan Diets
The New Face of Pet Therapy
Health Tip: Learning to Eat With Dentures
Health Tip: When Children Break the Rules
How to Make Your Quit-Smoking Resolution Stick
More Schooling Might Raise IQ
Mother-Toddler Bond May Influence Teen Obesity
Tips to Protect Skin From Cold Winter Weather
A Visit Can Bring Holiday Cheer to Hospitalized Patients
Study Shows How Busy Reindeer Keep Their Cool
Breast Cancer Patients Face More Imaging Tests Today
Cancer Survivors Should Take Steps to Keep Healthy During Holidays
Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Many Young Couples From Marriage: Study
Hay Fever Symptoms Worse in Spring Than Summer: Study
Health Highlights: Dec. 23, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Falls During Holiday Decorating
Health Tip: Use Medications Safely
Holiday Travel Tips for People With Diabetes
Keeping Kids Warm, Dry and Safe in Cold Weather
Many VA Patients Would Share Personal Health Records, Study Finds
Obesity Linked to Higher Esophageal Cancer Death Rates
Overweight 7-Year-Olds Face Higher Risk of Asthma
Parents May Hold Key to Healthy Weight in Hispanic Kids
Scientists Ponder Santa's High-Tech Secrets
Toddlers Don't Seem to Listen to Own Voices to Correct Speech
As Gastric Banding Increases, So May Complications
Caring for Low Birth-Weight Baby Hard on Moms: Study
Chorus Gives Voice to Those With Alzheimer's
Chronic School Absenteeism Linked to Mental Health Problems
Does Your Teen Constantly Challenge You?
Frankincense Production May Be Doomed
Health Highlights: Dec. 22, 2011
Health Tip: Diabetes Can Raise the Risk of Skin Infections
Health Tip: Improving Your Cholesterol
Hearing Devices More Apt to Fail in Children Who Had Meningitis
Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommended for Adults With Diabetes
How to Survive the Holiday Eating Season
Journal Retracts Faulty Chronic Fatigue Study
Most Weight Regained by Older Women Is Fat, Study Finds
Noisy Toys Might Harm Kids' Hearing
Teens Become Less Active as They Enter Adulthood
'27 Club' Debunked: Musicians Aren't Prone to Die at That Age
40 Years On, the Triumphs and Challenges of America's 'War on Cancer'
As Obesity Rises, More Suffer From Acid Reflux
Did Beethoven's Hearing Loss Shape His Compositions?
Diet Might Help Those Immobilized by Knee Osteoarthritis
Health Highlights: Dec. 21, 2011
Health Tip: Diabetics, Pack Smart for Holiday Travel
Health Tip: Manage Stress
Holiday Blues May Signal Depression
Isentress Approval Expanded to Include Children and Teens
Limit Cold Medications During Pregnancy, Experts Advise
Most Sick or Disabled Seniors Want Docs to Say How Long They Have
Move to Hospital Isolation Unit Linked to Raised Delirium Risk
Research Sheds Light on Gene Mutation's Role in Rare Tumors
Scientists Probe the Origins of Dyslexia
Thinner Brains Could Signal Alzheimer's, Study Suggests
Timing of Aquatic Therapy After Joint Replacement Matters
Widowers Who Stay Single Might Face More Mental Health Woes
Buildup of Newer Flame Retardants Concerns Scientists
Driving Isn't An Issue for Most People With Diabetes
Drug Overdoses Kill More Americans Than Car Accidents: CDC
Early Food Choices Seem to Influence Taste for Salt Later
Edarbyclor Approved for High Blood Pressure
Health Highlights: Dec. 20, 2011
Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise Injury
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Varicose Veins
Hormone Might Ease Menopause, Boost Women's Sex Life: Study
Jump in Resting Heart Rate Might Signal Higher Death Risk
Maggots Quickly Clean Up Wounds, Study Shows
Making Sense of Cancer Screening Updates
Many Police Officers Battle Sleep Woes, Study Finds
Mindfulness Training May Help Arthritis Patients Cope
Screening Alone Not Enough to Prevent Sudden Death in College Athletes
Severe Sepsis Can Harm the Immune System
Treating High Blood Pressure May Add Years to Life
Uterine Fibroids Cost Billions in U.S. Health Care, Lost Work: Report
Youth Exposure to Unwanted Internet Sexual Encounters Drops
Blood Pressure Control in Middle Age Can Lower Lifetime Heart Risk
Bottled Tan May Keep Women Out of the Sun
Choosing a Toy? Think 'Kid-Powered'
Discerning Gift-Givers Look for Toys That Offer More Than Fun
Endometriosis Tied to Higher Risk of Crohn's, Colitis
Folks Flock to Facebook for Kindred Spirits
Health Highlights: Dec. 19, 2011
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Macular Degeneration?
Health Tip: Skip the Cold Medicine Before Age 4
Knee Pain Plagues Many Women Over 50
Nearly 1 in 3 Young U.S. Adults Have Arrest Records: Study
'Nerve Snip' Might Ease Dangerous Irregular Heartbeat
Obesity Linked to Lower Paychecks
Previous Cancer May Up Melanoma Risk
Study Suggests Most Would Sacrifice One Life to Save Many
Tips for Avoiding Asthma, Allergy Triggers This Season
Vitamin D Helps Bone Health Only With Calcium: Report
Christmas Trees and Trappings Can Fan Fire Risk
Extra Help Enhances Holidays for Older Relatives
Dentist Gives Advice to Keep Holiday Smiles Bright
Pediatricians Offer Tips to Avoid Holiday Hazards
Asthma Drugs in Pregnancy Might Pose Risk for Kids
Blood Pressure Readings Differ When Guidelines Followed
Dengue Fever Cases Subside in Florida, But Threat Remains
Drug Users With HIV at Much Higher Overdose Risk
FDA Seeks to Get More Women Into Trials of Medical Devices
Health Highlights: Dec. 16, 2011
Health Tip: Keep Diabetes in Check During the Holidays
Health Tip: Participating in Winter Sports
Life After Cigarettes Is Happier: Study
Men Often Misread Women's Sexual Cues: Study
New Device Approved for Children With Heart Failure
Presumed Consent Wouldn't Boost U.S. Organ Donation: Study
Sense of Smell Helped Separate Humans From Neanderthals
Spouse's Reaction May Affect Pain Management
Study Looks at Stroke Risks in Teen Football Players
Targeted Radiation for Breast Cancer May Be Overused: Study
WTC First Responders More Likely to Have Asthma: Study
‘Broken Heart’ Syndrome More Common in Women
Brief, Intense Exercise Lowers Blood Sugar, Small Study Finds
Calorie Info Helps Teens Choose Water Over Sugary Drinks
Construction Workers at High Risk for Injury and Illness
Dentists Could Fill Gap in Health Care, Study Says
Diagnosis of Autism Varies Widely Across U.S.
Do Certain Blood Types Boost Stroke Risk?
Donated Pacemakers From U.S. Safely Reused in India: Study
Drinking Raises Risk for Breast Conditions
Experts Urge Limits on Medical Research on Chimpanzees
Health Highlights: Dec. 15, 2011
Health Tip: Are You Actually Hungry?
Health Tip: Dealing With Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy
Healthy Habits May Help Heart and Block Cancer
HPV Test Spots Cervical Cancer Earlier Than Pap Smear: Study
Kidneys Benefit from Tight Control of Blood Sugar
Legalized Same-Sex Marriage May Boost Gay Men's Health
Low Iron Levels May Increase Blood Clot Risk
NYC Sees Drop in Child Obesity; Can Other Cities Do Same?
Podcast: 'Broken Heart' Syndrome More Common in Women
Podcast: Construction Workers at High Risk for Injury and Illness
Podcast: Diabetes Education Is 'Fundamental'
Podcast: Diagnosis of Autism Varies Widely Across U.S.
Podcast: Do Certain Blood Types Boost Stroke Risk?
Podcast: Drinking Raises Risk for Breast Conditions
Podcast: Eat Well for Stronger Sperm
Podcast: Hairdressers May Be First to Spot Skin Cancer
Podcast: Healthy Habits May Help Heart and Block Cancer
Podcast: Hormone Therapy May Be OK for Some Women
Podcast: Kidneys Benefit from Tight Control of Blood Sugar
Podcast: Lumpectomy Plus Radiation Equals Longer Survival
Podcast: Playtime Better Than Tube Time for Youngsters
Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report
Recession Hurt Parent-Child Ties, Survey Finds
Robotic Therapy May Help Some Stroke Survivors Walk
Smoking Linked to Skin Cancer in Women
Snow Shoveling Really Does Raise Heart Attack Risk: Study
Toy Safety Tips Help Protect Kids
Alcohol Use Down, Pot Use Up Among U.S. Teens
Apnea Treatment Might Reduce Signs of Heart Disease Risk
Could Statins Help Those Hospitalized With Flu?
Drunk Driving-Related Deaths Surge During the Holidays
Electronic Cigarette Makers Must Prove Safety of Products: Report
Facebook Launches Service to Help Prevent Suicide
Headaches May Plague Many With HIV/AIDS
Health Highlights: Dec. 14, 2011
Health Tip: At Risk for Hip Fracture?
Health Tip: Protect Teeth From Decay
Higher Hospital Admissions Equal Higher Readmissions: Study
Injuries Linked to Holiday Decorating on the Rise
Magnetic Brain Stimulation Might Help Some Stroke Patients
Med Students Need Hand Holding on Hand Washing
Millions of Americans Are Victims of Sexual Violence: CDC
Study Finds Fewer Blood Transfusions Needed After Hip Surgeries
Walking While Drunk Can Lead to Deadly Accidents: Expert
Weighing the Benefits of Cancer Screening for Older Adults
Angioplasty Safe at Hospitals Without On-Site Surgery: Review
'Body Clock' Might Affect Women's Dementia Risk
Chewing Khat Raises Heart Disease, Death Risk: Study
Chronic Fatigue Tied to Extended School Absences
'Ecstasy' May Cause Long-Term Changes in Brain Chemistry
Health Highlights: Dec. 13, 2011
Health Tip: Find Time for You
Health Tip: Help Protect Against Blood Clots
Loss of Health Insurance Much Likelier for Adults This Recession
Many Toddlers Wind Up in ER After Accidental Overdose
Obesity Less Harmful to Self-Esteem in Black Women: Study
Procedure May Lower Complications After Leg Clots
Some Causes of Stillbirth May Be Avoidable: Studies
Study Sheds Light on Preemies' Higher SIDS Risk
Type of Muscular Dystrophy Linked to Raised Cancer Risk
U.S. Safety Board Urges Nationwide Ban on Drivers' Use of Cellphones
Want to Cut Chocolate Cravings? Take a Walk
Working Moms Happier, Healthier Than Stay-at-Home Peers: Study
Acupuncture Might Ease Chemotherapy Pain
ADHD Drugs Don't Raise Risk of Heart Problems: Study
After Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction Is Safe for Older Women
Are Too Many Older People Screened for Cancer?
Birth Defects Seem Rare in Kids of Childhood Cancer Survivors
Blink Patterns May Be a Window Into Autistic Mind
Brain Changes May Be Tied to Parkinson's Dementia
Cancer Outpatients at Greater Risk for Blood Clots
Health Highlights: Dec. 12, 2011
Health Tip: How to Ease Leg Cramps During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Keep the Sport in Kids' Sports
Radiation May Also Lead to 'Chemo Brain'
Side Effects Cause Many Older Women to Drop Breast Cancer Drugs
Snakes Make Your Skin Crawl? Study Suggests Why
Too Much Alcohol Linked to Unsafe Sex, Study Confirms
World's Tiniest 'Preemies' Growing Up Healthy: Report
Adult Sickle Cell Drug May Benefit Kids, Too
Drug for Acute Respiratory Distress May Do More Harm Than Good: Study
Gene Therapy a Boon for 6 Hemophilia Patients
Low-Dose Aspirin After Lung Clot Could Prevent Recurrence
Abuse May Alter Child's Brain Activity
Americans Encouraged to Get Flu Vaccine
Behavior Problems May Surface in Preemies by Preschool
Broadway Strikes an Autism-Friendly Chord
Burn-Casualty Soldiers at High Risk for Kidney Injury, Study Finds
Can Chewing Gum Boost Exam Scores?
Depression, Disability Can Follow ICU Care: Study
For Older Runners, the Message Is: Keep Those Legs Pumping
Health Highlights: Dec. 9, 2011
Health Tip: Don't Let Holiday Turkey Make You Sick
Health Tip: Should You Still Be Driving?
'Love Hormone' May Buffer Kids From Mom's Depression
Obese Patients May Benefit the Most From Surgery for Irregular Heartbeat
Preemies Infected With More Dangerous Types of Bacteria: Study
Psych Episode Near Childbirth May Presage Bipolar Disorder
Recent E. Coli Outbreak Traced to Lettuce From One Farm: CDC
Breast Cancer Gene Puts Survivors at Higher Odds for Recurrence
British Study Suggests Mammograms Do More Harm Than Good
CDC Issues New TB Treatment Guidelines
Early Ovary Removal May Raise Arthritis, Osteoporosis Risk
Family Tree May Affect Diagnosis Age in Some Breast Cancers
FDA Panel Cites Clot Risk From Contraceptive Patch
Few With Acute Kidney Injury See Specialists, Study Finds
Few Women Get Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: Study
Health Highlights: Dec. 8, 2011
Health Tip: Opt for a Healthy Weight-Loss Plan
More Americans Exercise, but Arthritis Can Get in the Way
Rats Can Lend a Helping Paw to Others, Study Finds
Starchy Foods May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence
Stress Early in Pregnancy Linked to Fewer Baby Boys
Taxi Drivers Show How Learning Changes Adult Brain
Treating Prehypertension Lowers Stroke Risk: Study
Active Surveillance May Benefit Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer
Avastin Boosted Survival for Type of Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study
Bone Drugs May Also Battle Breast Cancer, Researchers Say
British Screening Program Finding More Early Stage Colon Cancers
Chimps Shed Light on How Humans Learned to Share
Expert Panel Pinpoints Environmental Culprits in Breast Cancer
FDA Panels to Weigh Safety of Newer Forms of the 'Pill'
Health Highlights: Dec. 7, 2011
Health Tip: Is Your Relationship Healthy?
Health Tip: Wind Down With Mind-Body Exercises
Hispanic Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer
Many Kids Seen in ER Have High Blood Pressure
Marathons May Damage Part of Heart: Study
Medicaid Spending for Depression Rose in Past Decade
MS May Take a Different Pathway Than Previously Thought
Obesity Linked to Worse Outcomes With Early Breast Cancer
Some States Make Stopping Smoking Easier Than Others
Targeted Radiation May Not Be Better for Breast Cancer
Two New Drug Combos May Fight Advanced Breast Cancers
U.S. Health Secretary Says 'No' to Morning-After Pill for Younger Teens
Vaccine Might One Day Prevent 'Cruise Ship' Stomach Bug
Women Can Net the Heart Benefits of Fatty Fish
Bed Bugs Can Bypass Pitfalls of Inbreeding, Studies Say
Diabetes, Obesity After 60 May Drive Up Breast Cancer Risk
FDA Targets Homeopathic Weight Loss Products
Gene Mutation Helps Clear Fats From Blood, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Dec. 6, 2011
Health Tip: Are You Disposed to the Holiday Blues?
Health Tip: Boost Your Brain Power
Hormone Drugs Might Not Raise Heart-Related Deaths in Prostate Patients
If Parents Drink and Drive, Their Kids May Too: Study
Mammograms Cut Risk of Breast Cancer Death by Half, Study Finds
Most Doctors Don't Tell Parents Kids Are Overweight
Most U.S. Presidents Live Longer Than Their Peers
New Tests Might Better Predict Breast Cancer's Return
Research With Worms May Shed Light on Women's Fertility
Rotating Shift Work May Boost Women's Diabetes Risk
Steroids May Boost Survival for Very Preemie Babies
Targeted Drugs, Lung CT Screening Top Cancer Advances in 2011
Very Low Birth Weight May Affect Adult Memory, IQ
Vitamin D Levels Tied to Diabetes Risk in Obese Kids
Abuse in Childhood May Alter Teen Brain
Autistic Teens With Epilepsy Often Light-Sensitive
Best Antidepressant May Depend on Patient: Study
Common Hospital Infection Lengthens Patient Stays
Fetal Exposure to Epilepsy Drug Might Raise Autism Risk: Study
Fish May Cut Threat of Heart Disease in Young Women
Fitness May Lower Death Risk Even Without Weight Loss
Girls More Prone Than Boys to Headaches After Head Injury
Good News for Those Worried About U.S. Nursing Shortage
Health Highlights: Dec. 5, 2011
Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now
Health Tip: Easy on the Holiday Buffets
Health Tip: The Risks of Smoking While Pregnant
Kids With Epilepsy Should Get Screened for Autism, Developmental Delays
More Children Using Preventive Asthma Drugs: Study
Nervous System May Hold Key to Weight Loss
Risk for Dementia Rises When Diabetes, Depression Meet: Study
Study Sees Rice as Source of Arsenic Exposure
Teen 'Sexting' Might Be Less Common Than Feared
U.S. School Kids Often Miss Out on Recess, Study Finds
3-D TV Doesn't Raise Seizure Risk for Kids With Epilepsy: Study
More Evidence Links Specific Genes to ADHD
Rare Seizure Disorder Gives Clues About Brain's Laughter Center
Epileptic Seizures May Worsen During Menstrual Cycle
Few Contact Lens Users Follow All Care Guidelines, Study Finds
Abusive Boss May Harm Workers' Home Life, Too
Colon Cancer Prognosis Worse for the Obese, Type 2 Diabetics
Depression, Partner Conflict Raise Suicide Risk for Pregnant Women, New Moms
Health Highlights: Dec. 2, 2011
Health Tip: Watch Your Weight This Holiday Season
Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats
Lung Cancer's Hidden Victims: Those Who Never Smoked
New Guidelines for Treating Psoriasis When Pregnant or Nursing
Opioids May Be Overused for Chronic Stomach Pain
Police at No Greater PTSD Risk Than General Public: Study
Pressure to Be Perfect Parent Can Discourage New Moms, Dads
Prozac Might Ease Repetitive Behaviors in Some Adults With Autism
Scientists ID Gene That Predicts Chances of Cold Sores
Sickle Cell Disease Tied to 'Silent Strokes' in Children
Socioeconomic Status Main Predictor of Health Habits: Study
AIDS Research Holds Promise for Reducing HIV Transmission Rates
Circle of Friends Key to Adopting Healthy Habits: Study
Despite Advances, HIV/AIDS Still Takes Heavy Emotional Toll
Experts Urge Posting Meat, Poultry Inspection Data on Web
FDA Moves to Speed Development of Artificial Pancreas Systems
First Generic Lipitor Approved
Genes May Make Quitting Tougher for Smokers
Health Highlights: Dec. 1, 2011
Health Tip: Do You Have Psoriatic Arthritis?
Health Tip: Spot Problems With a CPAP
How to Stay Flu-Free for the Holidays
Many Ignore Symptoms of Lung Disease, Study Finds
More Exercise Could Make For Better Sleep: Study
Multitasking Stresses Out Working Moms More Than Dads
Optimism May Help Female Undergrads With Their Grades
Ravens Gesture With Beaks Just Like Humans Use Hands
Studies in Mice May Offer Clues to Cleft Lip
Time of Surgery Doesn't Influence Results, Study Says
Veggies, Fruit May Lower Women's Stroke Risk
Younger Americans Face Greater Health Disparities: Study
Advocates Push for Greater Awareness of HIV/AIDS
Arsenic Detected in Apple, Grape Juice Samples
Clogged Arteries Pose Different Dangers for Men, Women: Study
Docs Who Own MRIs Order Far More Scans
Drug May Dampen Dangerous Side Effect of Stem Cell Transplants
Health Highlights: Nov. 30, 2011
Health Tip: Help Your Child Prepare for a Sibling
Health Tip: Recovering From Pneumonia
Infant Vaccines May Work Better If Given in Afternoon
Lobular Breast Cancer Linked to Paternal Cancer History
Long-Term Approach to Smoking Cessation May Work Best
Many Suicidal Teens Make First Try Before High School
Most U.S. Drivers Engage in 'Distracting' Behaviors: Poll
Non-Fried Fish Might Help Ward Off Alzheimer's: Study
Recovery From Concussions in Young Athletes May Take Longer Than Thought
Scans May Discern Between Two Types of Dementia
Self-Monitoring of Blood Thinner May Halve Clot Risk
Toddlers Taking HIV Drugs Have Higher Cholesterol
Women's High Blood Sugar Linked to Colorectal Cancer: Study
Chronic Disease May Up Out-of-Pocket Costs for Insured
Could Soccer 'Headers' Cause Brain Injury?
Creative Minds More Prone to Cheating
Do Men Think About Sex All the Time? Maybe Not
'Flat Head' Syndrome in Babies Usually Temporary
Girls Feel Sadder Than Boys When Friends Let Them Down
Health Highlights: Nov. 29, 2011
Health Tip: Minimize Jet Lag
Health Tip: Signs That May Indicate ADHD
Lipitor Goes Generic, Saving Patients Money
Many With HIV Not Getting Meds: CDC
Medication Review May Benefit Home Health Care Patients
Men More Likely to Skip Cancer Screenings: Study
Mid-Morning Snacks May Thwart Diets
New Hip Implants No Better Than Older Ones, Study Finds
New Software Might Help Predict Difficult Childbirth
Scans Reveal Differences in Psychopathic Brains
Angioplasty Patients May Be at Risk for Rehospitalization
Brain Pathways Seem Disrupted in Kids With ADHD
Doctors in a Bind When Parents Want to Delay, Skip Vaccines
Fatty Liver Disease Doesn't Affect Survival, Study Finds
Head Size Tied to Regressive Autism in Boys
Health Highlights: Nov. 28, 2011
Health Tip: Breast-Feeding Is Good for Moms, Too
Health Tip: Parenting a Disabled Child
Heart Attack Severity May Depend on Time of Day
Lengthy Hospital Transfers May Hamper Heart Attack Care
Low-Cal Diet Cuts Fat Around Heart in Obese People: Study
Older Women Have More Post-Surgical Breast Reduction Infections
Patches, Counseling, Persistence Can Help Smokers Quit
Second Cancer Often Same Type as the First, Study Finds
Titanium Joint Debris May Trigger Painful Inflammation
Violent Video Games May Alter Brain Function: Study
Surviving Holiday Parties When You Have Social Anxiety
One-Third of Firefighter Injuries Are Exercise-Induced: Study
Autoimmune Woes May Raise Risk for Lung Clots
Health Tip: Make Healthy Choices at Fast-Food Restaurants
Health Tip: Pack Your Holiday Leftovers Carefully
How to Extend Holiday Cheer
Racism's Mental Toll May Explain Some Health Disparities
Yawning May Cool the Brain When Needed
Allergy Sufferers Should Prepare for Holiday Triggers
Black Friday Is About More Than Bargains, Expert Says
Health Tip: Help Prevent Epilepsy
Health Tip: Protect Kids Who Have Food Allergies
More Aggressive Chemo May Help Younger Lymphoma Patients: Study
1st Artificial Windpipe Made With Stem Cells Seems Successful
Doctor, Take a Cue From Shakespeare
Does Thinness Raise Alzheimer’s Risk?
Four Common Meds Send Thousands of Seniors to Hospital: CDC
Gene Shortage Might Lead to Shorter Height, Study Says
Health Highlights: Nov. 23, 2011
Health Tip: Don't Take Too Many NSAIDs
Health Tip: The Food-Mood Connection
Intermittent Steroid Use Called OK for Wheezing Preschoolers
Little Social Life for Autistic Teens, Researchers Say
Many Kindergarteners Already on Road to Obesity, Study Finds
Newer Blood Thinner May Pose Danger to Trauma Patients
Scientists Reveal Monarch Butterfly Genome
Some Holiday Traditions Have Health Consequences: Expert
U.S. Teens Don't Eat Enough Fruits and Veggies: CDC
BPA Levels Spike After Eating Canned Soup: Study
Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Safe for Long-Term Use, Study Finds
Chronic Bowel Disease Drugs Linked to Skin Cancer Risk
College Students Smoke When They Party, Drink and Work
ER Visits for Energy-Drink Ills Soar in U.S.
Get Rid of Bumpers, Stuffed Animals in Baby's Crib
Health Highlights: Nov. 22, 2011
Health Tip: Parenting a Child With a Heart Defect
Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Damage Joints
HIV Patients at Heightened Risk for Certain Cancers
How Much Salt Is Best for the Heart?
Meditation Can 'Turn Off' Regions of the Brain
Merck to Pay $950M to Settle Probe of Vioxx Marketing
More Blacks Die in Hospital After Diverticulitis Surgery
Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk of Endometrial Cancer
Study Looks at Nude Images' Effect on the Brain
Surgery May Boost Survival With Dangerous Heart Condition
Too Much Acetaminophen Over Time May Damage Liver
Acupuncture Safe for Children, Review Finds
At-Home Blood Pressure Readings Might Help Track Ailing Brain: Study
Bullying Moves From Online to Text-Messaging: Study
Could Weight Loss Be Early Sign of Alzheimer's?
Fewer Dying in U.S. From Throat, Mouth Cancer, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Nov. 21, 2011
Health Tip: Help Your Newborn Sleep at Night
Health Tip: How to Look for Whole Grains
Hypertension in Young Adulthood May Mean Trouble Later On
More Sore Throats Seen in Acne Patients Taking Antibiotics
New Canadian Guidelines Also Support No Routine Mammograms Until 50
Passing Through Doorways Might Spur Forgetfulness
Physically Demanding Work Raises Heart Risk in Unfit Men: Study
Psoriasis Treatment's Convenience May Be Key for Patients
Regular Sex May Be Key to Happy Marriage for Seniors
School Hygiene Program Reduced Flu Cases
Siblings Deeply Affected By Child's Cancer Death
Thin People May Be at Greater Risk for Post-Surgery Death
Holiday Foods May Trigger GERD Symptoms
Seniors' Memory Doesn't Seem to Improve With Sleep: Study
Think 'It's Not Me, It's You,' When Dealing With Angry Person
Watch What You Eat After Teeth-Whitening, Expert Says
Colon Surgery Linked to High Readmission Rates
Easy-to-Treat Condition Can Disrupt Breast-Feeding
Erwinaze Approved for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
For Nutritional Punch, You Can't Beat Plant-Based Foods
Health Highlights: Nov. 18, 2011
Health Tip: Eating Healthy for Vegetarians
Health Tip: Treat Yourself Well During the Holidays
Hispanics With Diabetes Urged to Get Yearly Foot Care
Ill-Fitting Children's Seat Belts Common in U.S., Study Finds
Not Everyone Shuns Fruits and Veggies
Painkiller Dependence Before Knee Surgery May Slow Recovery
People May Lie More Often in Emails, Instant Messages
Tender Breasts From Combo HRT Linked to Higher Cancer Risk
U.S. Voters May Prefer Low-Pitched Male Voice
Words Recognized by Looks, Not Sounds
Young Chimps Play Much Like Children Do
19 Million New STD Infections Reported Annually, CDC Says
Antisocial Personalities May Find Social Niche in Gangs
Bipolar Kids May Focus on Different Facial Features
Cancer Doctors Still Not Great With Patients' Pain
C-Section Rate Drops for First Time in a Decade in U.S.
Does Psoriasis Thwart the Benefits of 'Good' Cholesterol?
Fewer Diabetic Vision Problems Reported: CDC
Health Highlights: Nov. 17, 2011
Health Tip: Getting Ready for Childbirth
Health Tip: Giving Kids Medicine
Mom-to-Be's Mental State May Affect Child's Development
More Americans Living to 90, U.S. Census Finds
Ovary-Saving Hysterectomy Linked to Early Menopause
Routine Head Hits in Sports May Injure Brain, Experts Warn
Sunken Chest Demands Prompt Evaluation, Expert Says
Talking About Size, Shape May Aid Math Skills
Blood Type May Be Associated With Stroke Risk: Study
Doctors Fall Short in Screening Young Athletes
Drug-Coated Balloons Open Arteries Blocked by Narrowed Stents
Even Without Weight Loss, Mediterranean Diet Helps Heart: Study
Gene Linked to Separation Anxiety
Health Highlights: Nov. 16, 2011
Health Tip: Using a Pedometer
Health Tip: Why Antibiotic Resistance Is Serious
Healthy Heart Habits May Also Guard Against Cancer
Jakafi Approved for Rare Bone-Marrow Disease
Losing Weight May Help Fight Gum Disease
Newer Drug Seems Better at Controlling Lupus Kidney Complication
Older ER Patients Less Likely to Get Pain Meds, Data Shows
One in 12 Teens Engages in Self-Harm: Report
Outlook Good for Obese Kids Who Lose Weight
Side Effects May Spur Men to Drop Tamoxifen for Breast Cancer
Smokeout Day: The Best Ways to Quit
Southeast U.S. Still Using High Levels of Antibiotics, Study Shows
Women More Prone to 'Broken Heart' Syndrome: Study
Women, Younger Men Under-Treated Before Heart Attack: Study
9/11 First Responders May Face Greater Heart Risks
Alcoholics More Likely to Die of Cancer: Study
Cholesterol Drug Shows Promise in Early Research
Diabetes Education Is ‘Fundamental’
Does a Gene Make People Seem Kinder?
Eat Well for Stronger Sperm
Fewer Disease Risk Factors Yet More Fatal Heart Attacks
Got High Blood Pressure? Kiwi Fruit May Help
Hairdressers May Be First to Spot Skin Cancer
Health Highlights: Nov. 15, 2011
Health Tip: Help Your Child Create a Healthy Body Image
Health Tip: Watch for Lactose in Foods
Heart Disease Rates Dropping in America
Heart Patients Using Vitamins May Take Meds Improperly
High Doses of Statins Tied to Less Arterial Plaque in Study
Higher Legal Drinking Age May Mean Safer Lives for Women
Hormone Therapy May Be OK for Some Women
Looking to Lose Weight? Get a 'Coach'
Low Vitamin D May Increase Stroke, Heart Attack Risk in Women
Lumpectomy Plus Radiation Equals Longer Survival
No Benefit From Niacin for Heart Patients in Study
Playtime Better Than Tube Time for Youngsters
Pneumonia Most Common Infection After Heart Surgery
Profile Drawn of People With Chronic Jaw Pain
Smart Kids More Likely to Try Illicit Drugs as Young Adults
Study Finds Link Between Low IQ, Large Waistline
Whole-Body Vibration Doesn't Build Bone After All: Study
Women Marathon Runners Have Less Artery Plaque: Study
Breast Cancer Chemo Tied to Memory Troubles
Childhood Aggression May Predict Health Woes in Adulthood
Could Women's Use of 'the Pill' Raise Men's Prostate Cancer Risk?
Drinking Risky for Women With Family History of Breast Cancer: Study
Experimental Drug for Irregular Heart Rhythm Raises Death Risk: Study
Exposure to Toxic Solvents Linked to Parkinson's Disease
Health Highlights: Nov. 14, 2011
Health Tip: Make Your Garage Safer
Health Tip: Protect Your Hearing
Hearing Loss Far More Common Than Expected
Low-Income Seniors at Greater Risk for Heart Failure
More Heart Attack Patients Take Meds When They Are Free
More Teens Getting Vaccines Against HPV, Other Infections: CDC
Poor Sleep May Lead to Fibromyalgia in Women
Shock Fear May Curb Sex for People With Heart Devices
Shot Might One Day Help Lower Cholesterol
Stem Cells Show Promise in Healing Damaged Hearts
Supreme Court to Rule on Obama's Health Care Reform
Warfarin May Need Less Monitoring for Some
Abused Girls at Greater Risk for Heart Disease as Adults: Study
Babies Put on Transplant List Before Birth Get Hearts Faster
Blood Thinner Xarelto Shows Promise for Heart Patients
Regular Teeth Cleanings Could Cut Heart Attack Risk: Study
Sepsis Plus Heart Rhythm Disorder Linked to Stroke, Death
Sugar-Sweetened Drinks May Pose Heart Risks to Women, Study Suggests
Too Few Doctors Screen Young Athletes for Hidden Heart Trouble
Can Facial Flaws Cost You the Job?
Intensive Control of Type 1 Diabetes Helps Kidneys: Study
After Brain Injury, Oxygen Monitoring Vital, Study Finds
Exclusive Breast-Feeding Not the Norm in U.S.
FDA Approves First Umbilical Cord Blood Product
Flu Hits 90 Million Children Under 5 Each Year
Former Football Players' Brains May Benefit From Healthy Lifestyle
Health Highlights: Nov. 11, 2011
Health Tip: Managing Diabetes While Under Stress
Health Tip: Recovering from Substance Abuse
Helping Others Helps Teens Beat Substance Abuse
High-Fiber Diet May Help Thwart Colon Cancer
Negative Anti-Smoking Ads Turn Off Anxious Viewers
New Guidelines Urge Cholesterol Check for All Kids Ages 9 to 11
Poorer Americans See Sharper Health Declines With Age
Seek Help for Breast-Feeding Troubles, Young Mom Advises
STD Complication May Double Infertility Risk
Teachers Critical in Helping Abused Kids Succeed
Vaccine Cut Bacterial Strain Linked to Meningitis, Pneumonia
ADHD Brain Changes Appear to Persist Into Adulthood
Black Children Less Likely to Get Kidney Transplant Before Dialysis
Cave Art Accurately Depicted Horses of Different Colors
Classic Restless Legs Syndrome Not Linked to Parkinson's
Cooking Class Benefits Kids in Many Ways
Drugs Slipped Into Drinks Sending Many to ER: Report
Fatherhood May Help Tough Guys Straighten Out
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Could Fall as Population Ages
Health Highlights: Nov. 10, 2011
Health Tip: Focus on Preconception Health
Health Tip: Is the Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine for You?
Heavy Meth Use Linked to Schizophrenia
'Mini-Strokes' Linked to Earlier Deaths
Stem-Cell Transplants Restored Pituitary Function in Mice
Watch Scary Movie, Sell Your Stocks?
Aggressive Drivers Often Identify With Their Vehicles
Brain Study Suggests Some Vegetative Patients Are Aware
Cavemen Knew It: Cooked Meat Offers More Energy
Computer 'Pathologist' Could Help Assess Breast Cancer Survival
Doctors Might Miss Some Cases of Child Abuse
Experimental Drug Slims Obese Monkeys
Health Highlights: Nov. 9, 2011
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Shin Splints?
Health Tip: Help Keep Kids Safe on the Internet
Jaw Shrinks With Age, 40-Year Study Finds
Low-Income Dads Are Involved With Their Kids, Study Finds
Maternal Blood Test Might Spot Birth Defects More Safely
Money Woes May Drive Some Seniors to Smoke, Drink More
More Evidence That HPV Vaccine Shields Against Cervical Cancer
New Research Questions Wisdom of Cutting Down on Salt
New Treatment May Boost Survival in Advanced Lung Cancer Cases
Study Spots Early Signs of Math Disabilities in Kids
Study Supports Shorter Wait Time for Alcoholics Seeking Liver Transplant
Use Vanity to Reduce Young People's Sun Exposure: Task Force
Advances in Breast Cancer Care May Not Be Reaching Older Women
Autistic Children May Have Too Many Brain Cells
Curiosity Makes for Better Students
'Fake Marijuana' May Trigger Heart Trouble in Teens
Health Care Workers Often Trade Hand Hygiene for Gloves
Health Highlights: Nov. 8, 2011
Health Tip: Add Flavoring to Popcorn, Without the Fat
Health Tip: Causes of Failure to Thrive in Babies
Heart Stress Test Likelier When Doctor Owns Equipment: Study
New Bypass Surgery for Stroke Riskier Than Drug Treatment
New Guidelines Issued for Genetic Heart Disease
Public Smoking Bans May Spill Over to Households
Racial Disparities Still Exist for Kidney Recipients, Study Finds
Seniors Choose Medicare Prescription Plans Wisely: Study
Space Travel Might Lead to Eye Trouble: Study
Suicide Checklist Spots People at Highest Risk
Vaccine to Treat Breast, Ovarian Cancers Shows Promise
Erbitux Approval Expanded to Include Head and Neck Cancer
Experts Debate Tylenol's Safety for Asthmatic Kids
Health Highlights: Nov. 7, 2011
Health Tip: Dealing With a Picky Eater
Health Tip: How to Keep Anger in Check
Judge Blocks FDA Plan for Graphic Cigarette Warnings
More Than a Third of Teens Turning to Alcohol, Drugs: Study
New Drug Shows Promise Against Huntington's Disease
People Seem More Likely to Follow Rules They Can't Beat
Runners Can Relax About Holiday Feasting: Study
School Soda Bans Don't Keep Kids From Sugary Drinks
Scientific Brilliance Doesn't Always Peak Young
Specialized Warm-Up May Reduce Girls' Knee Injuries
When Dads Have Depression, Kids May Be at Risk, Too
Where a Child Is Tested May Affect Autism Diagnosis
Air Fresheners, Scented Candles May Spur Allergic Reactions
Alcohol, Asthma and Allergies Don't Mix
Even Homes Without Pets Have Pet Allergens
'Food Challenges' Provide Best Allergy Diagnoses: Study
Home Environment Affects Asthmatic Kids
Knee Arthritis Striking at Younger Ages, But Weight Loss May Help
Studies Suggest Link Between Smog, Joint Disease
Text Message Reminders Prompt Kids to Take Asthma Medicine
Vitamin D, Interferon Alpha Vaccine Show Promise Against Lupus
Buyer, Beware of Over-the-Counter Thyroid Supplements: Study
Change in Hepatitis Screening May Save Lives, Money
Common Breast Cancer Gene Test May Be Flawed, Study Says
Drowsy Driving 'Unacceptable,' But One-Third Do It: Poll
Drugs to Make You Look Beautiful -- But at What Price?
Fast-Food Outlets Nearby Might Not Cause Weight Gain
Health Highlights: Nov. 4, 2011
Health Tip: Help Prevent Breast Cancer
Health Tip: Signs of a Spinal Fracture
Mentoring Works Best When Adults, Kids Share Common Interests
Newer Not Necessarily Better for Football Helmet Design
Online Forums Can Help Women Cope With Pregnancy Loss
Possible Genetic Link to Autism Identified
Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Tips to Manage This Weekend's Time Change
Vitamin D Lacking in Many Spine Surgery Patients
Xarelto Approved to Prevent Stroke in People With Abnormal Heartbeat
Artificial Heart Valve Doesn't Require Open-Heart Surgery
Brain Stimulation May Help Kill Cigarette Cravings, Study Finds
College Students Still Vulnerable to Bullying
Earthquakes Put Millions of Lives, Major Cities at Risk
FDA OKs Heart Valve That Does Not Require Open-Heart Surgery
Health Highlights: Nov. 3, 2011
Health Tip: Perform a Breast Self-Exam
Health Tip: Traveling With Prescription Medications
Home-Based Test Can Detect Cervical Cancer Virus: Study
Improved Allergy Shots Might Be on Horizon
Kidney Donation Doesn't Put Older Adults at Risk
More People Landing in the ER After Abusing Muscle Relaxant: Report
More Targeted Treatments Key to Progress in War on Cancer: Report
Rx for Heart Patients: Healthier Living, Medication
Skin Reacts to UV Light Faster Than Thought, Study Finds
Some Smokers More Likely to Quit After Stroke Than Others
Study Finds No Link Between Dyslexia and IQ
Too Many Meds May Be More Problem Than Cure
Too Much Sitting Raises Odds for Cancer: Study
Weighing Weight-Loss Programs
Clearing Out 'Old Cells' Might Make for Healthier Old Age
Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 29
Device Approved to Remedy Abdominal Aneurysms
Health Highlights: Nov. 2, 2011
Health Tip: Sleep Soundly During Pregnancy
Health Tip: What Triggers Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Hospital Rooms Crawling With Drug-Resistant Germs: Study
It's Possible to Come Down With Two Flu Viruses at Once
MelaFind Device Approved to Detect Melanoma
Modern Technology Reveals Clues From Egyptian Mummy
New Drug Targets Underlying Cause of Cystic Fibrosis
No Such Thing as the 'Freshman 15,' Study Finds
Obese Women Face Higher Complication Risk After Breast Surgery
Older Americans Encouraged to Get Fit
Overweight Teens Don't Seem to Grasp Weight Loss Rules
Radiation Plus Hormone Therapy Extends Life in High-Risk Prostate Cancer
Report: Stop Marketing Sugary Drinks to Kids
Sports Fans Remember Victories Better Than Defeats: Study
Teen Pot Use Unaffected by Medical Marijuana Law: Study
Teen 'Sexting' Common and Linked to Psychological Woes
Using Drug for Prevention Might Help in Hard-to-Treat Hemophilia
As Few As 3 Drinks a Week May Up Breast Cancer Risk
Cancer Risk Doubles After Organ Transplant, Study Finds
Deaths From Abuse of Painkillers Triple in a Decade: CDC
Exercise Might Help Thwart 'Obesity Gene'
'Fecal Transplants' Show Promise for Gastrointestinal Ills
Gluten in Cosmetics Threaten Those With Celiac Disease
Health Highlights: Nov. 1, 2011
Health Tip: Install Car Seats Correctly
Health Tip: When a Cold Won't Go Away
Hepatitis May Lurk at Barbershops, Nail Salons
Little Evidence of Heart Risks From ADHD Meds
Loneliness Linked to Sleepless Nights
'Mini' Stem Cell Transplant May Help Seniors With Blood Cancer
New Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Promising in Early Trial
New Technique to Remove Skull Tumors May Mean Less Scarring
Poor Sleep Might Be Linked to Preterm Labor
Red Wine Antioxidant Could Give Metabolism a Boost
U.S. Preterm Birth Rate Down Slightly
Women No More Likely to Die After Angioplasty
Could Happy Lives Be Longer Lives?
Could Listening to Mozart Help Doctors Spot Colon Polyps?
Dementia May Impede Stroke Recovery
Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
Handheld Metal Detectors Don't Seem to Affect Pacemakers: Study
'Hard Hats' Still Have High Rates of Injury, Illness: Report
Health Highlights: Oct. 31, 2011
Health Tip: Get Into the Habit of Exercising
Health Tip: Ice a Sprained Ankle
Life in U.S. Not Always a Plus for Immigrants' Health
Many Parents Skipping Kids' Shots, Putting Other Kids at Risk
Not All Women at Higher Risk in Families Carrying Breast Cancer Gene
Obama Acts to Ease U.S. Drug Shortages
Past Trauma May Contribute to Bowel Disorder
Report Slams Makers of Sugary Drinks for Targeting Kids
Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Stomach Bug Easily Passed Among Pro Sports Teams: Report
Teens With a Deployed Parent May Be More Prone to Violence
Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
Glaucoma Experts Eye Benefits of Exercise
Prevention Is Key for Fall Asthma Flare-Ups in Kids
Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
Practice Doesn't Always Make Perfect, Study Suggests
Black Kidney Donors More Likely to Be Related to Recipients
Experts Design 'Toolkit' to Help Spot Teens With Mental Health Issues
For Older Men, Lowered Testosterone May Mean Muscle Loss
Halloween Doesn't Have to be Scary for Your Diet
Headaches Take Soldiers Away From War
Health Highlights: Oct. 28, 2011
Health Tip: Child Bites Can Lead to Infection
Health Tip: Recognizing Symptoms of Hyperglycemia
High-Tech Suit Lets You Know What It's Like to Be Old
Preschool Peers May Boost Language Skills in Kids
Scientists Identify Gene Linked to Cold Sores
Some People With Alzheimer's Take Conflicting Drugs
Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Stress Linked to Higher Mortality Risk Among Men
Thyroid Surgery Linked to Improved Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Will Eating Sweets Make You Sweeter?
Children With Head Injuries Can Face Lifetime of Problems
Daily Aspirin May Help Prevent Colon Cancer for Those at High Risk
Health Highlights: Oct. 27, 2011
Health Tip: Coping With Nasal Problems During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Look for Suspicious Changes in the Breasts
Job Market Tough for Young Adults With Autism
Many Young Adults Unaware They're Developing Heart Disease
Medicare Part B Premium Increase Lower Than Expected
More Evidence Shows Newer Forms of 'Pill' Raise Clot Risk, FDA Says
Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies May Be Right for Some
Ovarian Tumors May Develop Years After Fertility Therapy
Poorer Countries Have Higher Rates of Stroke, Study Finds
Python Findings Shed Light on Human Heart Health
Slower Walking Speed Linked to Surgical Risk in Elderly
Speech Therapy Key to Stroke Rehab, But Many Miss Out
Too Much Drinking May Raise Lung Cancer Risk: Study
U.S. Health Officials Urge Lifestyle Changes to Cut Stroke Risk
Bond With Teacher Can Help Curb Aggression in Kids
Easing Back Pain Through Yoga, Stretching
Experimental Psoriasis Drug Bests Older Treatment
For Those With Mystery Illnesses, a 'Clinic of Last Resort'
Ghost Writing Persists in Major Medical Journals
Health Highlights: Oct. 26, 2011
Health Tip: Gaining Weight During Pregnancy
HPV Vaccine Might Help Prevent Anal Cancers: Study
'Hunger Hormones' May Drive Post-Dieting Weight Gain
Larger Food Portions May Be Seen as Status Symbols
Links to Mental Illness Seen in Fetal Brains: Study
National Drug Take-Back Day Scheduled for Saturday
Newer 'Pill' May Raise Blood Clot Risk
Tapping to Music May Help You 'Hear' It
X-Ray Screening Doesn't Prevent Lung Cancer Deaths: Study
Aging Brain's Decline May Hinge on a Gene
CT Scans May Pick Up COPD Early in Smokers
Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 28
Drinking More Fluids Could Lower Men's Bladder Cancer Risk
Drug-Resistant Infections in Hospitals May Be Less Deadly Than Thought
Flu Vaccine Isn't Foolproof
Genes Could Highlight Plavix Users at Clot Risk After Stent
Health Highlights: Oct. 25, 2011
Health Tip: Alcohol Can Interact With Medications
Health Tip: Clean Dentures Well
HIV Medication Patch Shows Promise in Early Trial
Obesity May Hinder Flu Shot's Effectiveness
Parental Training May Benefit ADHD Kids Under 6: Report
Pot Can Mimic Brain Changes Seen in Schizophrenia
Sleepy Teens More Prone to Weight Gain: Study
Some Asthma Drugs Raise Risk of Complications, Especially in Kids: Study
Viagra May Help Children With Rare Blood Pressure Disorder
BPA Exposure in Womb Linked to Behavioral Woes in Girls
Breast Reconstruction Boosts Women's Emotional Well-Being: Study
Could Airway Abnormality Point to Autism?
Could HPV Raise Women's Risk for Heart Disease?
Daily Coffee May Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk
Do You Really Read Nutrition Labels?
Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise for Lung Cancer: Study
First Versions of Generic Zyprexa Approved
Health Highlights: Oct. 24, 2011
Health Tip: Children and Bedwetting
Health Tip: Creating a Smoke-Free Home
Illegal Silicone Buttock Injections Can Be Deadly: Experts
Insomnia Might Boost Heart Attack Risk
More Evidence Links Tanning Beds to Higher Skin Cancer Risk
Onfi Approved to Treat Severe Seizures
Outdoor Time May Reduce Nearsightedness in Children
Soft Drinks Linked to Violent Tendencies in Teens: Study
Study Casts Doubt on Hot Dogs' Link to Colon Cancer
Taking Blood Pressure Meds at Bedtime May Be Better
Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study
Can NSAIDs Cut Colorectal Cancer Deaths in Older Women?
Weight Gain Might Raise Endometrial Cancer Risk
Healthy Halloween Advice for Children With Diabetes
Nutrition, Hydration Tips Can Give Marathon Runners a Leg Up
Blocked Tear Ducts Linked to 'Lazy Eye' in Kids
Breast Cancer Risk May Rise With High Hormone Levels
Femara May Beat Tamoxifen at Preventing Breast Cancer's Return
Health Highlights: Oct. 21, 2011
Health Tip: Kids Should Eat Healthy, Too
Health Tip: Take Care to Prevent Stress Fractures
Hockey Fistfights Rarely Cause Injuries, Study Claims
Inflamed Adenoids in Kids May Not Be Caused by Stomach Bacteria
More Than 1 in 4 U.S. Kids Witness Violence Between Parents: Study
New Animal Study Might Explain Jet Lag Differences
Older Drivers More Cautious Than Younger Ones After Surgery
Race Tied to Risk for Arthritis in Large Joints
Research Suggests Penis Might Produce Testosterone
Some Kids Respond Better to ADHD Drug Than Others
To the Brain, Seeing a Caress Is as Good as Getting One
Warning Signs for Health Problems Seen in Young Adults Born Prematurely
Afraid to Do the Math?
Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study
Cell Phones Don't Raise Brain Cancer Risk, Study Says
Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns
Food Nutrition Labels Must Be Made Simpler, Experts Say
Foreclosure Crisis Threatening Americans' Health: Study
Health Highlights: Oct. 20, 2011
Health Tip: Health Tip: Managing Pain After Surgery
Health Tip: Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
Hospital Programs to Reduce Antibiotic Resistance Working: Studies
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Blood Clots
Music Aimed at Teens Often Promotes Drinking: Study
Rise in Vulvar Precancers Leads to New Guidelines
Robins Are 'Super-Spreaders' of West Nile Virus, Expert Says
Suicide Rates Vary by Region: CDC
Teen Drivers Prone to 'G-Force' Errors, Researchers Say
U.S. Diet Still Has Too Much Salt, CDC Warns
Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study
Antidepressant Use Skyrocketed in Past 20 Years: CDC
Breast Radiation After Lumpectomy Saves Lives: Study
Care for Mentally Ill Vets at VA Centers May Differ Across U.S.
FDA: Dirty Conditions Likely to Blame for Listeria Outbreak at Cantaloupe Farm
Gene Mapping Reveals Clues to Bedbugs' Pesticide Resistance
Health Care-Related Infections Declined in 2010: CDC
Health Highlights: Oct. 19, 2011
Health Tip: Feeling the Effects of Air Pollution
Health Tip: Why Am I on Bed Rest?
Hypertension, Not Blood Pressure Drugs, Linked to Birth Defects
Long-Term Unemployment Can Tax Mental Health
Neighborhood Can Affect Obesity, Diabetes Risk
New Guidelines Issued for Common Tremor Disorder
Obese, Asthmatic Kids Need Special Care Under Anesthesia
Pediatrics Group Expands Age Range for ADHD
Sperm Moves Best for Moderate Exercisers: Study
Start HIV Drug Treatment Early in Patients With TB: Studies
Steroids Given to Preemies May Harm Brain Growth: Study
Teens' IQ May Fluctuate Over Time: Study
U.S. Man Diagnosed With HIV Develops Leprosy
Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say
Factors Identified That May Raise Risk of Early Menopause
Fewer Patients Hospitalized for Heart Failure, U.S. Study Finds
Health Highlights: Oct. 18, 2011
Health Tip: Why Cough?
Health Tip: Prenatal Care Is Important
Hormonal Treatment of Hot Flashes Still OK for Some: Experts
Katrina's Aftermath: Failed Pregnancies for IVF Moms Nationwide
Link Explored Between Colon Cancer, Bacterium
More Facebook Friends, More Gray Matter in Brain?
Parents, Doctors Often Differ on Chemo for Incurable Kids
Promising Malaria Vaccine May Save Children's Lives
Report Tracks Patient Outcomes at 5,000 U.S. Hospitals
'Screen-Free' Play Best for Toddlers' Brains
Smoking's Effect on Lungs Similar to Cystic Fibrosis: Study
Study Links New Dialysis Technology to Rise in Bleeding Risk
Weight Loss Surgery Can Help Whole Families: Study
Blood Type May Affect Survival After Heart Bypass
Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Billions, CDC Reports
Gun Injuries to U.S. Kids Likely Underestimated: Study
Health Highlights: Oct. 17, 2011
Health Tip: Don't Drive When Drowsy
Health Tip: Make Calorie-Sparing Substitutions
Healthier Diet, Stronger Sperm?
It's Easy to Mistake Medicine for Candy
Less Frequent Mammograms May Lower False-Positive Results
Low-Birthweight Babies at Much Higher Autism Risk
Profanity on TV Linked to Foul-Mouthed Kids
Shift Work May Put Teens at Risk for Multiple Sclerosis
Skin Cancer Check May Come With New Hairdo
Social Phobia in Teens Goes Beyond Shyness
Too Many Kids Injured in ATV Crashes, Study Finds
U.S. Cancer Groups Release Their Own Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines
Kids Can Be Tougher on Obese Peers
New ADHD Guidelines Include Preschoolers, Older Teens
‘Million Hearts’ Program Launched
Earlier Breast Cancer Diagnosis for Some Women
Electronic Medical Records Boost Diabetes Care
Fewer Than Half of Kids Hurt in Car Crashes Wearing Seat Belts
Good Hygiene, Bad Results?
Kids' Sledding Mishaps Can Cause Serious Head Trauma
Many Don't Believe Their Obesity is Unhealthy: Study
Moderate Drinking May Offer Benefits to Women
Pertussis Vaccine’s Effectiveness May Be Short Lived
Podcast: Earlier Breast Cancer Diagnosis for Some Women
Podcast: Electronic Medical Records Boost Diabetes Care
Podcast: Good Hygiene, Bad Results?
Podcast: 'Million Hearts' Program Launched
Podcast: Moderate Drinking May Offer Benefits to Women
Podcast: Pertussis Vaccine’s Effectiveness May Be Short Lived
Podcast: When Real Men Become Fathers
When Real Men Become Fathers
Ferriprox Approved to Treat 'Iron Overload'
Foundation Aims to Raise Awareness of Brain Diseases
Genetic Profiling Adds New Dimension to Breast Cancer Treatment
Get Your Flu Shot Now, CDC Urges
Health Highlights: Oct. 14, 2011
Health Tip: Does My Pain Mean Endometriosis?
Health Tip: Parenting a Child With ADHD
Helping Teens Fend Off Attacks by Cyberbullies
Hormonal Disorder Linked to Pregnancy Complications: Study
More Children Visiting ERs for Psychiatric Care
Protein May Help Spot Newborns With Brain Damage
TB Outbreaks in Texas Schools Show Disease Still a Threat
Teen Crash Risk High in First Month of Driving, Study Finds
Undergrads' Drinking Patterns May Predict Future Abuse
White Kids More Likely to Get CT Scans After Head Trauma
Woman Describes How Breast Cancer Changed Her Life
Could Discrimination Help Trigger Illness in Blacks?
Couples Can Pay a Price for Materialism
For Many, Epilepsy Surgery Effective Long-Term
Globally, 2 Million Deaths a Year Linked to Smoky Stoves
Health Highlights: Oct. 13, 2011
Health Tip: Suggestions to Help Manage Angina
Health Tip: When Symptoms Indicate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Neighborhoods With Busy Intersections Discourage Children's Play
Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports
People With Mental Health Issues More Likely to Be Uninsured
Smoking Pot Might Up Depression Risk in Vulnerable Teens
U.S. Heart Disease Rates Keep Falling: CDC
Use of Asthma Controller Meds on the Rise Among U.S. Kids
Wanted: Spouse With Car, Stocks, Bonds
Why Johnny Won't Go to School
Young Children Collaborate Better Than Chimps
Blacks Fare Worse Than Whites After Colon Cancer Surgery
Certain After-Stroke Treatments May Boost Outcome
Death Toll From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak Now Stands at 23
Esophageal Cancer Risk Less Dire for Certain Patients: Study
Genome of 'Black Death' Bacterium Sequenced
Genome of Cancer-Free Rodent May Give Clues to Human Aging, Disease
Health Highlights: Oct. 12, 2011
Health Tip: Metabolic Syndrome Raises Chance of Cardiovascular Disease
Health Tip: Protect Against Infection During Cancer Treatment
More Teen Males Using Condoms When They First Have Sex: Survey
Oral Bacteria Might Signal Early Pancreatic Cancer
Pot Smoking May More Than Double Crash Risk
Preemies With Faster Brain Growth May End Up Smarter
Regular Exercise Seems to Guard Against Migraine
Research Sheds Light on Vitamin D's Role in Immunity
Rising Global Smoking Rates Could Add Millions of TB Deaths
Survival Less Likely for Black Victims of Assault, Study Finds
Task Force Advises Against PSA Test
Children of Older Dads Fare as Well in School as Other Kids
Direct-to-Consumer Gene Tests Cause Little Anxiety: Study
Environmental Toxins Linked to Hardening of Arteries
Evidence Lacking That Cognitive Rehab Therapy Helps Brain-Injured Vets
Extra Vitamin E May Be Associated With Prostate Cancer
Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Prevent Kids' Language Delays
Ginger Supplements Might Ease Inflammation Linked to Colon Cancer
Health Highlights: Oct. 11, 2011
Health Tip: Understanding Breast Cancer in Men
Health Tip: When Exercise Causes Hives
Healthy Diet May Counteract Heart Disease Gene
Lasers Safe for Removal of Pacemaker Wires in Elderly: Study
Many on Medical Guideline Panels Have Conflicts of Interest: Study
Men With Disabilities More Vulnerable to Sexual Assault
Mutant Gene That Ups Risk for Ovarian Cancer May Aid Survival
Study Suggests Origins of Pregnancy-Linked High Blood Pressure
Where Folks Live Plays Role in Health Disparities: Study
Women Say Mammograms Give Them Sense of Control: Survey
After Stroke, Crossed Legs a Welcome Sign
Children's Chest Pain Rarely Cause for Alarm: Study
Chocolate Could Be Sweet Defense Against Stroke
Diabetes Education Seems to Help Improve Blood Sugar Control
Dietary Supplements May Harm Older Women: Study
Dull Tasks Tougher on the Entitled
Everyday Stigma May Take Toll on Lesbians, Gays
Exercise Linked to Reduced Worker Productivity
Health Highlights: Oct. 10, 2011
Health Tip: Choose a Day-care Provider Carefully
Health Tip: Help Yourself to Remember
Homosexuality Gaining Wider Acceptance in the U.S.
New Alzheimer's Drug Shows Early Promise
Restless Legs Syndrome May Boost Blood Pressure
Shift Workers Show Rise in Stress Hormone
Washing the Body 'Cleanses' the Mind
When Others Dislike You, Your Pain Doesn't Matter
Kids May Develop a Sense of Fairness Earlier Than Thought
Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma
Even Football Players Say It's OK to Cry, Sometimes
21 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC
As One Life Starts, Another May Be Saved
Bicycle May Speed Up Parkinson's Diagnosis
Blood Infection Costliest U.S. Hospital Condition: Report
Boys With Autism May Grow Faster as Babies
Cialis Approved to Treat Enlarged Prostate
Community-Wide Effort May Help Tame Troubled Teens
ER Crowding May Encourage Poor Hand Hygiene
FDA Approves First Combo Drug for Diabetes, Cholesterol
Health Highlights: Oct. 7, 2011
Health Tip: Managing an Anxiety Disorder
Health Tip: Store Medications Safely
Is Female Hormone Disorder Tied to Familial Heart Risk?
Juvisync Approved for Type 2 Diabetics With High Cholesterol
Leukemia Survivor Credits Her Life to Tiny Blood Donors
Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids
Men Develop Diabetes With Less Body Fat Than Women: Study
Panel's Rejection of PSA Test Spurs Mixed Reaction From Experts
Simple MRIs Safe for Children, Study Says
Traffic-Related Pollution Tied to Raised Risk of Preemie Birth
Winning May Take All Your Brain Power
Anemia Could Add to Surgical Risks
Children of Alcoholics Drink More When Stressed
FDA OKs Impotence Drug Cialis to Treat Enlarged Prostate
Health Highlights: Oct. 6, 2011
Health Tip: Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel
Health Tip: Taking Exercise to the Extreme
Many Medicare Patients Get Surgeries in Last Year of Life: Study
Many Years Pass Before Folks Get Help for Drugs, Alcohol
More Evidence Minorities in U.S. Get Poorer Hospital Care
More Kids Treated for Concussions in ERs: CDC
National Study Will Track Tobacco Use in U.S.
Oxygenating Blood of Hospitalized H1N1 Flu Patients Saved Lives: Study
Pancreatic Cancer: A Stubborn Foe
Report: Task Force to Recommend Against PSA Test
Researchers Assess What Works Best to Prevent PTSD
Scientists Spot New Clues to HIV-Linked Dementia
Swimming Pool Chemicals Cause Thousands of Injuries: CDC
Tanning Beds May Be Even Riskier Than Thought
TV Ads Whet Kids' Appetite for Junk Food
3 Hours of Exercise Weekly Can Cut Men's Heart Risks
Drug Combo Might Fight Aggressive Breast Cancer More Safely
Experimental MS Drug Shows Promise
Finding the Right Combo for Losing Weight
Gauging General Health as 'Poor' May Point to Dementia Risk
Health Highlights: Oct. 5, 2011
Health Tip: Getting the Shingles Vaccine
Health Tip: If You Have Severe Morning Sickness
Health Woes Still Strike Women Exposed to Banned Pregnancy Drug
Monkeys Use Brain Power, Not Hands, to 'Move' Virtual Objects
More Americans Face Longer Trips to ER
MRI Safe With More Recent Defibrillators, Pacemakers: Study
Nursing Homes Not Meeting Flu-Shot Goals, Study Says
Omega-3 Supplements Don't Help, May Hurt ICU Patients
Raw Sewage a New Frontier for Scientists
Scientists Engineer Mice That Have Autism
Smokers Have Heart Attacks Earlier Than Nonsmokers
Stem Cell Therapy Might Help Kidney Transplant Patients
Steve Jobs, Visionary Leader of Apple Inc., Dies at 56
Advance Directives Might Curb Cost of End-of-Life Care
Alcohol, Obesity Major Causes of Sudden Heart Death
Breast Cancer Appears Less Deadly for Men Than Women
Drunk Driving Declines in U.S.
Exercise Tips for Breast Cancer Survivors
Happy Kids a Product of Genes, Parenting, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Oct. 4, 2011
Health Tip: Get Relief From Bunion Pain
Health Tip: Getting a Sports Physical
Hospital Readmission Rates on the Rise in Older Adults: Study
Learn While You Sleep: New Way to Multitask?
'LeGoo' Vessel Plug Approved for Vascular Surgery
MRI Study Unfolds Clues to Memory
Overnight Stay May Not Be Necessary for Stenting: Study
Overweight Kids at Greater Risk for High Blood Pressure
Poorer Women More Likely to Die From Breast Cancer
Stress May Affect Preemies' Brains, Study Shows
Conviction Rates Similar for Suspects of Child, Adult Murder in Utah
Could Surgery, Anesthesia While Very Young Hamper Kids' Development?
Early, Intensive Therapy Better for Kids With Autism, Study Finds
Experts Assess What Works for Weight Loss
Facebook Pages May Offer Clues to Underage Drinking
General Anesthesia Does Not Boost Cancer Risk, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Oct. 3, 2011
Health Tip: Practice Food Safety at Parties
Health Tip: Undergoing Cardiac Rehab
HPV-Linked Oral Cancers on the Rise, Study Finds
Mild Strokes May Have Hidden Effects
Mom's Healthy Diet Might Cut Birth Defect Risk
Older Dads Can Pass on Gene Mutations That Lower Intellect
Preemies May Be at Higher Risk of Epilepsy Later in Life
Rest Assured, Parents, Teens Really Do Get Smarter With Time
Smoking May Double Risk for Stroke
Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines
Kids Can Enjoy Halloween Candy, Still Protect Teeth
Why It's Good If You're Easily Embarrassed
Halloween Trappings Can Trigger Asthma, Allergies
Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until Age 2
18 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC
Anthrax Attack Plans Need to Be Handled Locally, Report Says
Black Women Tend to Suffer Disabilities Earlier, Study Finds
Cancer Patients at Risk for Serious Blood Clots: Study
Cocaine Increases Risk for Glaucoma: Study
Doctors Consider Nonverbal Cues in Medical Decisions
Down Syndrome Brings Joy, Not Regrets, for Many Families
Drug Shortages Even Worse This Year: FDA
Health Highlights: Sept. 30, 2011
Health Tip: Focus on Emotional Health
Health Tip: When Your Child Has a Headache
Laughter Might Be Good Medicine for Alzheimer's Patients
Obesity More Likely in 'Night-Owl' Kids
Oral Steroids Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency
Small Study Links Surgery and Anesthesia With Alzheimer's
Study Says Big Tobacco Covered Up Info on Cancer Risk
Yawning May Help the Brain Chill Out
1 in 4 U.S. Adults Treated for High Blood Pressure: Report
1 in 5 American Workers Still Smokes: CDC
Abnormal Protein May Explain Loss of Smell With Alzheimer's
Bellowing Koalas Signal Size to Potential Mates
Brain Continues to Develop Beyond Adolescence
Campus Smoking Bans May Help College Students Quit
Does Your Picky Eater Have a 'Feeding Disorder'?
FDA Warns LASIK Providers: Stop Making False Claims
Health Highlights: Sept. 29, 2011
Health Tip: Gestational Diabetes May Endanger Mother and Baby
Health Tip: Living With Osteoarthritis
'Magic Mushroom' Compound Triggered Positive Personality Change in Study
Modern Shift Work Patterns May Be Less Harmful to Health
New Genes Revealed for Type 1 Diabetes
No One Treatment for Acid Reflux Clearly Better Than Another: Study
Otherwise Healthy Older Men Undertreated for Prostate Cancer: Study
Singing May Help Some Stroke Victims Regain Speech
Twitter Reflects World's Changing Moods
Cancer Patients Should Ask Doctors to Use Simple Terms
Cheap Drug Helps Smokers Quit, Study Finds
Child Face Mask Approved to Help Prevent Spread of Germs
Coffee Brews Up Lowered Risk for Depression
End-of-Life Directives Do Not Hasten Death, Study Finds
End-Stage Alzheimer's Patients Often Hospitalized Unnecessarily
Even Slightly Higher Blood Pressure May Boost Stroke Risk
Experts Point Out Signs of Dangerous Heart Rhythm
Gene Variant Linked to Failure of Asthma Drug
Health Highlights: Sept. 28, 2011
Health Tip: Menstruation Often Affects Mood
Health Tip: Who Needs a Whooping Cough Vaccine?
Listeria Outbreak Is Deadliest in More Than a Decade
Lung Function of Late Preemies May Improve With Age
Number of U.S. Kids on ADHD Meds Keeps Rising
Pandemic Flu of 1918 Circulated Months Before Deaths Peaked
Study Suggests Link Between Sleep Deprivation, Alzheimer's Risk
Teen Drinking Most Influenced by Friends of Friends: Study
Teens With Lots of Friends More Likely to Start Drinking: Study
Cost of U.S. Workers' Health Premiums Surged in 2011
Do Men Need Colon Cancer Screening Earlier Than Women Do?
Extra Pounds Linked to Weaker Legs in Older Women
Fatalism Keeps Many From Colon Cancer Screening
Fiber Beats Other Remedies for Constipated Kids, Study Says
Health Highlights: Sept. 27, 2011
Health Tip: Inspect Your Child's Playground
Health Tip: Managing With Chronic Pain
Mental Health Disabilities in U.S. on the Rise: Study
Mixed Results Seen With 'Off-Label' Use of Antipsychotics
Saw Palmetto Doesn't Help Enlarged Prostate: Study
Sleepy Teens Prone to Bad Behaviors, Study Finds
Spinal Surgery Riskier for Certain Patients, Study Finds
Super-Tight Blood Sugar Control May Not Ease Mental Decline in Diabetics
Surgeon Experience Matters in Neck Artery Procedure: Study
U.S. Scientists Map Genome of Advanced Prostate Cancer
With Rude Workers, Customers Walk but Don't Talk
Asthma Can Complicate Diabetes Care in Kids
Breast-Feeding Boost: Fewer Hospitals Handing Out Free Formula
Broccoli, Cabbage, Other Veggies May Protect Against Colon Cancer
Cardiac Rehab May Help Heart Patients Live Longer
Certain Antidepressants With Blood Thinners May Pose Risk for Heart Patients
Check Plastic Surgeon's Credentials or Risk Tragic Results, Experts Warn
Childless Men May Face Higher Heart Disease Risk
Could Too Little Vitamin B-12 Shrink the Aging Brain?
Couples Counseling Boosts Sex Lives After Prostate Cancer
Experts Revise Guidelines for Whooping Cough Vaccination
Health Highlights: Sept. 26, 2011
Health Tip: Binge Drinking's Risks
Hip Fracture May Raise a Woman's Risk of Earlier Death
Lots of Coffee Might Lower Depression Risk: Study
Many Doctors Think Patients Get Over-Treated, Study Says
More Frequent Doctor Visits May Benefit Diabetes Patients
Newer Contraceptive Pills Could Raise Clot Risk, FDA Warns
Remicade Approved for Ulcerative Colitis in Children
Bone Drug Fails to Prevent Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study
'Self-Compassion' Can Help Divorced People Heal
Good Moms Seem to Help Poor Kids Become Healthy Adults
A Woman's Voice Doesn't Give Away Ovulation Status
ADHD Symptoms May Add to Burden of Autism
Americans Spending More of Their Lives Struggling With Diabetes
Antioxidants Not Behind Red Wine's Healthy Effect on Heart: Study
CDC Considers Vaccinating Boys, Not Just Girls, for HPV
Depression After Cancer Keeps Some From Follow-Up Care
Ever Wonder How Doctors Make Referrals?
Foreign-Born U.S. Women Getting Mammograms
Health Highlights: Sept. 23, 2011
Health Tip: Help Swelling Subside During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Keep a Diabetes Notebook
Magnetic Field May Cause MRI-Induced Vertigo
Many Black Men in Cold Climates Lack Vitamin D
Many With Irregular Heartbeat Unaware of Raised Stroke Risk
Most Patients Want Experienced Surgeons, Not Trainees
People Tend to Choose Friends Just Like Themselves
Scientists ID More Genes Linked to Heart Disease
Soliris Approval Expanded to Include Rare Blood Disorder
Stress the 'Human' in HPV, One Man Suggests
Asthma Inhaler Primatene Mist Going Off the Market
Bed Bug Insecticides Causing Sickness, Officials Warn
Cardiac Rehab May Cut Risk Factors After Mini-Stroke
Death Rate Higher in Minorities With Acute Leukemia
Genetic Links Seen Between Bipolar Illness and Schizophrenia
Health Highlights: Sept. 22, 2011
Health Tip: Beware of Added Sugar
Health Tip: Coping With Nasal Congestion
In Older Men, Prostate Biopsies Can Raise Risk of Hospitalization
Infections Linked to Swimming, Drinking Water: CDC
Less Play Time = More Troubled Kids, Experts Say
Liposuction May Lower Certain Blood Fats, Researcher Says
Lung Disease Puts Many Black Patients Back in Hospital: Report
New Report Casts More Doubt on Virus' Link to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Popular Diabetes Drugs May Raise Pancreatic Cancer Risk, Study Suggests
Scientists Reconstruct the 'Movies in Our Minds'
Study Suggests Link Between Stress and Aggressive Breast Cancer
Too Few Uninsured Women Get Info on Breast Reconstruction
Anti-Wrinkle Gel Might Work Like Botox Without Needles
CDC Moves to Make Organ Transplantation Safer
CDC Urges Americans: Get Your Flu Shot
Could Divorce Trigger Hair Loss in Women?
Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Lung Disease
Health Highlights: Sept. 21, 2011
Health Tip: Ease In-Flight Ear Pain
Health Tip: Keeping a Food Diary
Japan Reactor Fallout Reached San Francisco Bay Area: Study
Kids With Psoriasis Get Inconsistent Care
Many Unaware of Plastic Surgery Options After Weight Loss Procedures
Mother-Child Death Rates Down But Still Short of 2015 Goal
Movement Disorders on YouTube Not What They Seem, Experts Warn
Previous Infant Death Linked to Raised Risk of Stillbirth
Quitting Smoking Could Give Memory a Boost
Scientists Discover Key Gene Mutation Behind Lou Gehrig's Disease
The Link Between Diabetes and Dementia
Traffic Pollution May Raise Short-Term Heart Attack Risk
Two-Day Dialysis Interval Could Pose Danger: Study
Vaccine for Childhood Diarrhea Helps Kids, Saves Dollars
Adding Psychotherapy to Meds Helps Kids With OCD
Can Fatty Acids in Breast Milk or Formula Make Kids Smarter?
Cash, Luxury Goods Really Do Get People Salivating: Study
Depression Tied to Higher Risk for Stroke
Genes May Explain Blacks' Bleaker Prostate Cancer Stats
Health Highlights: Sept. 20, 2011
Health Tip: At Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Health Tip: Got a Pain in the Neck?
Higher Risk of Second Breast Cancer Seen in Black Women
MRI Can Spot Breast Cancer in High-Risk Women: Study
New Test Predicts Risk for Impotence After Prostate Cancer Therapy
Problems From Preterm Birth May Return in Adulthood
Researchers Find Link Between Epilepsy, Schizophrenia Risk
The War on Cancer Continues
Why Many With Breast Implants Fail at Breast-Feeding
ADHD Drug Delays Puberty in Male Monkeys, Study Finds
Brains of Obese May Crave High-Calorie Foods More: Study
Diverticulitis Surgery More Dangerous for Older Black Patients: Study
Exercise Ups Kids' Quit-Smoking Success Rate
FDA OKs Bone Drug to Prevent Fracture in Certain Cancer Patients
Global Toll of 'Non-Communicable Diseases' -- $47 Trillion by 2030
Health Highlights: Sept. 19, 2011
Health Tip: How to Spot Underage Drinking
Health Tip: Protect Kids and Pets From Rabies
Heart Failure Care Influenced by Insurance Coverage
Hospitals Serving More Minorities Have Higher Trauma Death Rate
'Journaling' Might Ease Depression in Testicular Cancer Patients
Lack of Sleep Hurts Kids' Academic Performance: Study
More Evidence Links Diabetes, Dementia
Obese Kids May Face Social, Emotional Woes
One-Third of Severe Heart Attack Patients Have Treatment Delays
Recession Tied to Rise in Child Abuse Injuries
Two Varicose Veins Treatments Equally Effective
U.S. Flu Shot Policy Shields More Kids Than Canada's Program, Study Finds
Are Sports Obsessions Damaging Your Relationships?
Scuba Diving May Help Paralyzed Vets
Accidental Medication Poisonings in Kids on the Rise
Dementia Patients Seem to Benefit From Small Group Homes
Fall-Prone Seniors May Have Trouble Adjusting to Poorer Vision
Family of Four Has Its Genome Sequenced
Fear Proves Prime Motivator for Vaccinations
Few Suicidal Teens Get the Help They Need
Gene Variant May Raise Death Risk After Heart Bypass
Health Highlights: Sept. 16, 2011
Health Tip: Help Ease Morning Sickness
Health Tip: Is It Arthritis That's Irritating Your Knee?
Hysterectomies Not Well Understood by U.S. Women
Research Reveals Why Hungry People Get Cranky
U.N. Summit Seeks to Tame 'Non-Communicable Diseases'
Vaccinations Aren't Just for Kids
A Deadly Code of ‘Honor’
ADHD Doubles a Child's Risk of Injury: Study
An Apple a Day Really May Keep the Doctor Away
Certain 'Senior Moments' May Signal Mental Decline
Cholesterol Deposits Around Eyes Linked to Heart Risk
Doctors Urged to Lead Battle Against Alcohol Abuse
Drop in HRT Use Tied to Fewer Mammograms
Enrollment Period for Medicare Starts Early This Year
Flu Killed 115 Children Last Season: CDC
Health Highlights: Sept. 15, 2011
Health Tip: Coping With a Pet Allergy
Health Tip: Is Your Child Ready for a Tricycle?
Heavy Drinking Ups Odds of Death in House Fire
Is Marriage Good Medicine for Bypass Patients?
Lung Cancer Rates Begin to Decline for U.S. Women
Many Doctors Still Urging Yearly Pap Tests
Not Enough Kids Drink Low-Fat Milk, U.S. Study Finds
Officials Tackle Multidrug-Resistant TB in Europe
Open Windows Fatal to Many Kids
Podcast: A Deadly Code of 'Honor'
Podcast: Drop in HRT Use Tied to Fewer Mammograms
Podcast: Is Marriage Good Medicine for Bypass Patients?
Podcast: Many Doctors Still Urging Yearly Pap Tests
Podcast: Open Windows Fatal to Many Kids
Podcast: Processed, Red Meat Tied to Diabetes Risk
Podcast: Roll Up Your Sleeve: It’s Flu Shot Time
Problem Drinking Linked to Brain Damage
Processed, Red Meat Tied to Diabetes Risk
Roll Up Your Sleeve: It’s Flu Shot Time
Wikipedia Accurate on Cancer Facts, But Hard to Read: Study
Breast Cancer Rates Jump Worldwide, Study Finds
Certain Risk Factors Could Spur Heart Failure in Normal-Weight People
Drinking Patterns Affect Heart Health, Mouse Study Finds
Erectile Dysfunction May Be Linked With Cardiovascular Trouble
Health Experts Say HPV Vaccine Is Safe
Health Highlights: Sept. 14, 2011
Health Tip: Look for Signs of Elder Abuse
Health Tip: Mouthguards Protect Your Smile
Older Women Can Benefit From Sex Ed Campaigns
Pregnant Women Reminded to Get Flu Vaccine
Quitting Smoking May Improve Personality, Study Suggests
Rural Stroke Victims May Benefit From 'Virtual' Care
Sudden Cardiac Arrest More Common in Poorer Neighborhoods
Tailored Hepatitis C Therapy May Cut Treatment Time in Half
Trouble With Math? Blame Your Lack of 'Numbers Sense'
Verdict Still Out on Virtual Colonoscopy
366 Million People Now Have Diabetes: Report
Blacks Develop High Blood Pressure a Year Ahead of Whites
Brain Blood Flow Abnormalities Persist in Gulf War Vets
Driving Restrictions Help Prevent Deadly Crashes Among 16-Year-Olds
Fear of Antidepressants Keep Many From Disclosing Depression
Health Highlights: Sept. 13, 2011
Health Tip: When You're Under Stress...
Health Tip: Why Am I Losing My Hair?
Heart Defect Seems to Pose Low Risk of Aorta Tear
Lifestyle Changes May Prevent Heart Failure
Many Alzheimer's Cases Go Unrecognized: Report
More Mammograms Equal More Mastectomies: Study
Muscle Training May Benefit Chronic Heart Failure Patients
New Drug Boosts 'Good' Cholesterol in Study Patients
Newly Found Gene Mutations May Aid Heart Treatments
Protecting Heart May Improve Erectile Dysfunction
Screening Lots of Lymph Nodes Little Help for Colon Cancer Patients
Statins Don't Raise Risk of Brain Bleeds After Stroke: Study
U.S. Seeks to Prevent 1 Million Heart Attacks, Strokes
Eye Antibiotics Can Cause Drug-Resistant Bacteria: Study
Health Highlights: Sept. 12, 2011
Health Tip: Protect Against Sports Injuries
Health Tip: Stay Social as You Grow Older
Heart Devices Like Pacemakers Linked to Infections
High Cholesterol Might Be Linked to Alzheimer's Disease
Insulin Spray May Improve Alzheimer's Symptoms
Is 'SpongeBob' Too Much for Young Minds?
IUDs May Lower Women's Risk for Cervical Cancer: Study
Lifetime 'Dose' of Excess Weight Linked to Diabetes Risk
Linking Pharmacies With Doctors' Offices Can Improve Med Adherence: Study
NSAID Painkillers Linked to Risk of Kidney Cancer
Public Often Unaware of a Drug's Safety Record -- Or Lack of One
Testosterone Levels Seem to Fall With Fatherhood
Virtual Colonoscopy Still Has Its Skeptics
When a Parent Dies Suddenly, Child's Grief May Persist
Women With BRCA Mutations Get Cancer Diagnosis Earlier Than Before
9/11 Left Permanent Scars on the American Psyche
College Students Not Getting Enough Z's
Parents' Positive Attitude Can Help Kids Get Homework Done
A Little Dirt May Be a Good Thing
Bad Body Odor May Be Caused by Metabolic Disorder
Children More Likely to Drink & Drive if Parents Drink: Study
College Football Players Get Bigger, Stronger With Age
FDA Advisers Call for Revised Labels for Osteoporosis Drugs
For Many Americans, 9/11 Worries Still Dominate
Health Highlights: Sept. 9, 2011
Health Tip: Dealing With Dizziness During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Managing Diabetic Heart Disease
Narcissists Make Horrible Bosses: Study
New Approach to Treating Asthma in Pregnancy
Over Half of Adverse Drug Reactions in Hospitals Are Preventable: Study
States Get Creative in Raising Money for Breast Cancer Programs
Talking -- or Not Talking -- Can Give Cancer Patients a Sense of Control
9/11 a Life-Defining Day for the Young
Big Health Plans Can Negotiate Lower Hospital Costs: Study
Black Children May Be More Prone to Peanut Allergy, Study Finds
For Women, Moderate Midlife Drinking Linked to Healthier Old Age
Health Highlights: Sept. 8, 2011
Health Tip: Recognizing Asthma in Children
Losing Child in First Year Might Raise Early Death Risk for Parent
More U.S. Adults Using Illegal Drugs: Report
New X-Rays Offer Clues on Evolution of the Human Brain
Rising Health Care Costs Hitting Family Pocketbooks
Risk for COPD Higher Than Thought: Study
Two Doses of HPV Vaccine May Work as Well as Three
When Protecting Baby Becomes an Obsession
Abusers May Play on Victims' Emotions to Get Charges Dropped
Bilingual Homes Help Babies Exercise Their Brain: Study
Don't Mess With a Nursing Mom!
Extra Pounds a Deadly Risk Factor for Black Women: Study
Firearm Suicide Methods Vary by Gender: Study
Harassment of Black Gay and Bisexual Men Tied to Anxiety
Health Highlights: Sept. 7, 2011
Health Tip: Help Prevent Respiratory Infections
Health Tip: Mold May Make You Sick
Meds Better Than Stent for Preventing Second Stroke: Study
Parents Who Smoke at Home May Risk Kids' Academic Success
Psychic Wounds Last for Those Touched by 9/11
Switch to Powder-Free Latex Gloves Cuts Health Workers' Allergy Risk
Teens, College-Age Youth at High Risk of Suicide, Expert Says
TNF Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Skin Cancer Risk
To Fit in Exercise, Make the Time
Toxic After-Effects Still Haunt 9/11 Responders
Weight Watchers Produces Bigger 'Losers' Than Standard Weight-Loss Care
9/11 Tied to Increase in Acid Reflux Disease
Aging, Not Menopause, Raises Women's Heart Risks, Study Finds
Annual Breast Exams, Mammograms Still Key to Detecting Breast Cancer
Burnout, Dissatisfaction Seem Rampant Among Medical Residents
Fewer U.S. Adults Smoking, CDC Says
For Young Breast Cancer Patients, Breast-Conserving Therapy Appears Effective
Going Straight to Chemo May Be Better for Certain Breast Cancers
Health Highlights: Sept. 6, 2011
Health Tip: Some Facts About Angioedema
Health Tip: When a Doctor Should Evaluate Diaper Rash
Hospitalized Kids May Receive Up to 35 Meds a Week
Many Med Schools Score Poorly in Teaching Gay/Lesbian Health
NSAIDs May Raise Miscarriage Risk: Study
Patient Care Not Affected by Med Student Biases: Study
Routine Chores Might Help Keep Dementia at Bay
Rules Help When Talking About Infertility
Seizure Disorder Diagnosed Later in Veterans Than Civilians: Study
Boorish Co-Workers Can Damage Your Home Life
Health Tip: Teach Your Child That Bullying Is Wrong
Health Tip: Use Your Home Gym Safely
Healthy Living Can Cut Chances of Developing Diabetes
More U.S. 'Tweens' Getting Recommended Vaccines
Short-Term Memory Loss May Be Best Predictor of Alzheimer's
Tick-borne Illness May Lurk in Blood Supply
Many Autistic Teens Use School Mental-Health Services
Sexist Men, Women May Be a Good Fit: Study
Making Sure 'Back to School' Doesn't Mean 'Back to Bullying'
Toothless Grins Are Only Cute on Babies
Brain Scans Show Distinct Traits in Kids With Autism: Study
Can't Find Time to Exercise? Schedule It, Experts Say
Climate Change May Trigger More Asthma Emergencies
Close Bond With Mom Helps Keep Teen Boys Safe
Flu Diagnostic Kit Approved
Health Highlights: Sept. 2, 2011
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Ectopic Pregnancy
Health Tip: When Aspirin Therapy May Be Harmful
Healthy Habits Can Fend Off the 'Freshman 15'
Hookah Use Growing Among Young Adults in California
Is Breast Reduction After Weight Loss Surgery Best?
Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Planned
Longer Allergy Season Means More Misery
Memory Development Incomplete Until Adulthood: Study
Some Kids Seem to Cope Better With Bullying
Survivor Builds 'Cancer-Fighting' House
To Get Up and Get Moving, Joining a Gym Might Help
Traffic Safety Should Be Among First Lessons in New School Year
Two U.S. Children Contract New Strain of Swine Flu
9/11 Responders, Workers Still Suffer an Excess of Illnesses
As Venus Williams Bows Out of U.S. Open, Little-Known Disease Takes Center Court
Babies Born With Heart Disease Often Harmed by Gut Bacteria
Circumcision Rate Down Slightly in U.S. Hospitals
FDA: Silicone Breast Implants to Remain on Market
Greater Exercise Intensity May Add Years to Life
Half of Americans Will Suffer From Mental Health Woes, CDC Says
Health Highlights: Sept. 1, 2011
Health Tip: Caring For an Enlarged Prostate
Health Tip: Coping With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Heart Disease May Pose Problems in Orthopedic Surgery Patients
Helpful Gut Microbes May Differ Based on Diet
High Cost of Insomnia May Be Wake-Up Call
Last Year's Flu Shot Won't Protect Kids This Season
Mouse Study Could Give New Clues to Fighting Baldness
Old-Age Tremors May Be Caused by Brain Lesions
Research Reveals Why Blacks More Prone to Kidney Failure
Scientists Use Stem Cells for Blood 'Self-Transfusion'
Smoking Might Raise Sex Hormone Levels After Menopause
Strokes Rising Among Teens, Young Adults: CDC
AAP: No Boxing for Children, Teens
Americans Getting Too Many Calories From Sugary Drinks: CDC
Being Heavier May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes for Women Over 60
Billie Jean King Says Exercise Your Best Shot Against Arthritis
Dangerous Bacteria Hide Out in Nurses', Doctors' Uniforms
Electronic Medical Records Might Boost Diabetes Care
For Many Americans, Caregiving a Long-Distance Burden
Frailty May Threaten Melanoma Survival More Than Age
Health Highlights: Aug. 31, 2011
Health Tip: Plan for Potty Training
Health Tip: Seniors, Prepare for Exercise
Homo Erectus Had an Axe to Grind
Kids Carrying MRSA Germ Prone to Serious Infection: Study
Kids Need Enough Sleep to Succeed at School: Experts
Longer CPR Backfires for Certain Heart Patients: Study
Potatoes May Be Good for the Heart After All, Study Says
Smoking Harder on Women's Arteries Than Men's, Scans Show
Some Older Breast Cancer Patients Can Skip Hormone Therapy: Study
Trial of Cancer-Fighting Virus Shows Promise
Bacterial Strain Behind 'Black Death' Plague Is Likely Extinct: Study
Blood Protein Might Signal Death Risk in Elderly
Effects of Combat Stress May Not Last as Long as Thought
Family Heart Disease Risk Linked to Genes, Not Lifestyle
FDA Focuses on Silicone Breast Implant Safety Studies
Flame Retardants Tied to Lower Birth Weights
For Gamers, Intense Competition May Fuel Aggression
Health Highlights: Aug. 30, 2011
Health Tip: Feel More Rested During Pregnancy
Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Overuse Injury
Heart Attack Damage Not Reduced by Adding Balloon Pump to Angioplasty
More Evidence Links Genes to Parkinson's
Mother's Love Can Help Babies With Difficult Temperaments
Temporary ER Staff Linked to More Medication Errors
U.S. Offers Health-Care Pamphlets in Spanish
What You Eat Affects Viruses Living in the Gut: Study
Women Married Before Age 18 at Higher Risk of Mental Woes: Study
Could Lots of Chocolate Lower Your Heart Risk?
For Kids, Natural Disasters Can Whip Up Worries
For Women, Active Sex Life May Mean Better Aging
'Gimme' Kids Often Grow Into 'Gimme' Adults
Health Highlights: Aug. 29, 2011
Health Tip: Skin Changes With Age
Health Tip: Why Do I Have High Cholesterol?
Is Shape of CEO's Face a Measure of Power?
Many Use ER for Routine Follow-Up Care After Hospital Discharge
Mobile Devices Dangerous for Pedestrians, Too
Pediatric Groups Want to KO Boxing for Kids
Poor Sleep, High Blood Pressure?
Simple Safety Steps Can Make Back to School a Breeze
Some Older Americans Overwhelmed by Medicare Options, Study Says
Toddler's Dust Mite Sensitivity May Predict Later Asthma
Troubled Teens Spotted in Routine School Screenings: Study
Use Caution in Ending Life Support for Brain-Injured, Experts Say
Xalkori Approved for Advanced Lung Cancer
Irene Downgraded to Tropical Storm But Still a Threat
New Blood Thinner May Outperform Warfarin for Irregular Heartbeat
Sweet Sparrow Songs May Actually Be Shouting Matches
Back-to-School Shouldn't Mean a Too-Heavy Backpack
Hurricane Irene Makes Landfall Over North Carolina
C-Sections Linked to Doubled Risk for Blood Clots
Expense May Be Causing Fewer Young Blacks to Smoke
Extended-release Painkiller Approved
Gene Mutations Identified in Uterine Fibroids
Health Highlights: Aug. 26, 2011
Health Tip: At Greater Risk of Flu Complications?
Health Tip: Recovering From Adenoid and Tonsil Removal
Hurricane Irene Starts Assault on East Coast
Jogging Beats Weight Lifting for Losing Belly Fat: Study
Many Health-Care Workers Have Turned to Alternative Medicine
Quitting Even Tougher When Smokers Battle Other Addictions
Service Members Twice as Likely to Have Affairs: Study
Starvation in Youth Linked to Heart Risk in Adulthood
Walk-to-School Programs Put Kids' Fitness First
Calcified Plaque in Arteries May Be Tied to Stroke, Dementia Risk
Coach Summitt's Diagnosis Puts Spotlight on Early-Onset Alzheimer's
Dialysis Patients Unprepared for Disasters, Study Contends
East Coast Urged to Prepare as Hurricane Irene Approaches
Faster Way to Treat Partners of Women With STDs Urged: Experts
Firazyr Approved for Rare Swelling Disease
Health Highlights: Aug. 25, 2011
Health Tip: Children May Have PTSD
Health Tip: Smoking Strains the Heart
HPV Vaccination Rates Low Among Teen Girls, CDC Reports
Obesity Continues to Balloon in U.S. and U.K.: Study
Parents Can Ease Back-to-School Stress
Realistic Activity Goals Seem to Ease Arthritis Pain, Study Finds
Research Shows How Some Folks Resist Getting Sick With the Flu
Scoring System May Tell the Dying How Long They Have to Live
Specialized Stroke Centers Deliver on the Weekends
Steve Jobs Faces Uphill Battle Against Cancer: Experts
Thank Neanderthals for That Healthy Immune System, Scientists Say
U.S.-Mandated Report Finds Vaccines Safe for Kids
2 Salmonella Outbreaks Traced to Baby Chicks, Ducklings
Antidepressant Tied to Dangerous Heart Rhythm: FDA
Botox Approved to Treat Urinary Incontinence
Breast-Feeding Won't Prevent Kids' Eczema, Researchers Say
'Bubble Boy' Kids Living Normally After Gene Therapy: Study
Cancer Drug Shortages Getting Worse, FDA Says
College Students Missing Out on Fruits, Veggies: Survey
Cooling Soldiers With Combat Injuries May Improve Survival
East Coast Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Irene
Health Highlights: Aug.24, 2011
Health Tip: Fleas May Flock to People
Health Tip: Make Kids' Lunch Interesting
Long-Term Antibiotic Use May Lessen COPD Flare-Ups
Obesity Costing States Billion in Yearly Medical Expenses
Only 1 in 7 Ob/Gyns Now Perform Abortions, Survey Finds
Sophisticated Scan May Spot Seeds of Alzheimer's Risk
Specialized Adult Stem Cells Re-Grow Fingertips
Teen Drinking, Smoking Higher Among Facebook Users: Survey
Three-Quarters of U.S. Jobless Can't Afford Health Care: Report
Tight Communities Can Lower Violence Linked to Liquor Stores
Unintended Pregnancies Rising Among Poorer U.S. Women: Study
Women Who Try to 'Do It All' Risk Depression
5.8-Magnitude Quake Unnerves East Coast
Boys Mature Sexually Earlier Than Ever Before: Study
Certain Foods Said to Help Lower Bad Cholesterol
Common Heart Dysfunction Can Help Bring on Heart Failure
Couples Who Don't Fight Much Aren't Likely to Start
Grades May Suffer When Teens Get Bullied
Health Highlights: Aug.23, 2011
Health Tip: Exercise to Help Your Heart and Lungs
Health Tip: Protect Kids With Life Jackets
HPV Test Might Be Better Predictor of Cervical Cancer Than Pap Smear
In Tough Times, Jobless Men Embrace Housework
Injectable Psoriasis Drugs May Not Hike Heart Risks: Study
Mainstay Meds Often Cut Off Accidentally After Hospital Stay
Mental Illness Affects Women, Men Differently, Study Finds
Nurses at Risk for Accidental Exposure to Chemo Drugs: Study
Study Links Writing Difficulties to ADHD
Women Who Drink, Smoke Are Less Likely to Stick With Tamoxifen
Women With Heart Failure Treated as Well as Men: Study
Abuse, Neglect in Childhood Linked to Depression in Adulthood
Decline in Hormone Therapy Linked to Fewer Mammograms
Falls From Windows Claiming Too Many Children's Lives
Happy Teens Usually Crime-Free Teens, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Aug.22, 2011
Health Tip: Caring for Your Mouth After Tooth Extraction
Health Tip: Create a Well-Rounded Exercise Regimen
Infections Among Those With Heart Devices Has Doubled: Study
Marriage May Do a Heart Good for Bypass Surgery
Most Heart Attack Patients Who Need Angioplasty Quickly Get It: Study
Several Types of Drinking Tied to Poor Diet
Steps Outlined to Screen All Newborns for Heart Defects
Study Shows Key Ways Young Adults Can Find, Keep a Job
Team Decisions Better for the Weary
Weight Gain Hits Women After Marriage, Men After Divorce: Study
Kids of Unhealthy, Disadvantaged Moms More Likely to Be Sickly
Many Less-Educated Whites Abandoning Religion
Researchers Say They've Found Common Cause of All Types of ALS
Trial Drug Shows Preliminary Promise Against Ovarian Cancer
Excessive Heat Can Harm Medications, Expert Says
Trying to Be 'Supermom' Can Raise Risk for Depression
Adcetris Approved to Treat Lymphomas
Adult Vaccinations Protect Children: Report
Celiac Disease on the Rise in U.S.
Children With Food Allergies Often Face Skepticism
Gluten-Free Set This Boy Free
Health Highlights: Aug.19, 2011
Health Tip: Are Turned Toes Trouble?
Health Tip: Using an Antiviral for Chickenpox
Kids' Hacking Is Seldom Whooping Cough, Study Finds
Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Kidney Disease
Moms' Depression Affects Kids' Brain Structure, Scans Show
Number of U.S. Kids With Public Health Insurance Rising
Paper Money Worldwide Tainted With BPA: Study
People Appear to Dream While in Minimally Conscious State
Respect for Muslims' Beliefs Would Improve Their Health Care: Study
Annual Pap Tests Often Ordered But Unneeded: Study
Black Scientists Less Likely to Receive NIH Research Grants
Cases of Legionnaire's Disease Tripled in 10 Years
Don't Skip This Year's Flu Shot: CDC
Flu Shot Rates Low for Health Workers, Moms-to-Be: CDC
Gene Variants That Boost Lung Cancer Risk Identified
Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs a Turn-Off for Smokers
Health Highlights: Aug.18, 2011
Health Tip: Using a Nasal Spray for Allergies
Healthy Behaviors Will Help You Live Longer: CDC
Kids Benefit From Flu Vaccine via Shot or Spray, Study Finds
Nearly 1 in 10 U.S. Kids Diagnosed With ADHD
New Drug May Put the Squeeze on Heart Failure
Overweight Women Believe Loved Ones Judge Them More Harshly Than They Do
Sniffer Dogs Spot Early Stage Lung Cancer: Study
Surgeons Need Help Learning How to Deliver Bad News
Test for Calcium Buildup May Spot Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
Thin Children Have More Energy-Burning 'Brown Fat'
Being Overweight May Take Years Off Seniors' Lives
Blood Antibody May Signal Start of Ovarian Cancer
Cartoon Characters Prod Kids to Nag for Unhealthy Foods
Children With Kidney Disease Face Many Health Woes
Cost of Health Coverage in U.S. May Depend on Where You Live
FDA Approves Novel Melanoma Drug
Health Highlights: Aug.17, 2011
Health Tip: Chew Sugarless Gum
Health Tip: Get the Right Fit for Athletic Shoes
Illegal Online Pharmacies Prey on Consumers
Inflammation From Rheumatoid Arthritis Tied to Heart Disease
Lessons From Tainted Peanut Butter Outbreak Apply Today
Method to Detect When Patients Wake During Surgery Fails to Impress
Most Doctors Will Face Malpractice Claims During Their Careers
New Drug Approved for Advanced Skin Cancer
New Uses Found for Old Drugs
Sprained Ankles Straining ER Resources, Study Finds
Study Assesses TV’s Impact on Lifespan
Ultrasound of Neck Arteries May Help Gauge Stroke Risk
Antipsychotics Best for Controlling Mania: Study
Blacks at Higher Risk for Resistant Breast Cancer: Study
Bladder Cancer Risk Even Higher for Smokers Than Thought
Central Catheters May Raise Risk of Blood Clots After Surgery
Does Her Diabetes Differ From His?
Experts Concerned About Rising HIV Rates Among Poor, Minorities
Five Genes May Be Tied to Lethal Prostate Cancer
Health Highlights: Aug.16, 2011
Health Tip: Warning Signs of Vision Loss
Health Tip: What Causes a Canker Sore?
Moderate Drinking May Help Prevent Alzheimer's, Other Dementia
More Kids Hospitalized for Flu, Skin Infections
New Drug May Relieve Severe, Tough-to-Treat Gout
Some Thyroid Cancer Patients May Get Radioactive Iodine Unnecessarily
The Fattier Your Heart, the Greater Your Heart Disease Risk
U.S. Women Using Dangerous Weight-Loss Pill 2 Years After Recall
A Little Exercise Goes a Long Way to Cut Disease, Death Risk
Chinese Herbs Equal to Tamiflu in Reducing H1N1 Fever: Study
C-Section Rate Reaches Record High in U.S.
For Men, 'Culture of Honor' Can Be Deadly
Health Highlights: Aug.15, 2011
Health Tip: Manage Your Stress at Work
Health Tip: Reduce Toddler Serving Sizes
Many More Kids Hospitalized for Mental Illness: Study
Men at Risk for Knee Cartilage Damage
Menthol May Make It Tougher to Stop Smoking
Mobile Devices Can Strain the Eyes
Monitoring Glucose by iPhone?
More Evidence Tanning Beds May Be Addictive
More Evidence That Alcohol Hinders Good Sleep
New Strategy Trains All Soldiers in Trauma Care
Obesity Before Pregnancy May Raise Child's Asthma Risk
Obesity Trend in Teens Now 15 Years Old
Podcast: C-Section Rate Reaches Record High in U.S.
Podcast: Men at Risk for Knee Cartilage Damage
Podcast: Mobile Devices Can Strain the Eyes
Podcast: Monitoring Glucose by iPhone?
Podcast: Obesity Trend in Teens Now 15 Years Old
Podcast: Stopping Daily Aspirin Increases Risk for Heart Attack
Podcast: Women in Their 40s Need Annual Mammogram
Radiation From Japan Reached California Coast in Just Days
Risk of Autism in Siblings Higher Than Thought
Stopping Daily Aspirin Increases Risk for Heart Attack
Story 'Spoilers' May Boost Enjoyment
Study Supports Selective Use of Drug-Coated Stents
Survival After Cardiac Arrest in ICU May Depend on Cause
Too Much TV May Take Years Off Your Life
Unemployment Higher Among Childhood Cancer Survivors in Poor Health
Vitamin D Levels Linked to Certain Skin Cancers, Study Finds
Women in Their 40s Need Annual Mammogram
Kids Urged to Take Steps to Avoid Spreading Illness at School
'Rub and Rinse' Best Way to Clean Soft Contact Lenses
Heat Safety Precautions May Save Student Athletes
Planning Ahead Can Reduce Back-to-School Stress
Cardiologists Often Miss Heart Defects in Young Athletes: Study
Court Rules Against Insurance Mandate in Obama Health Care Law
Disabilities From 9/11 Behind Rising Retirements for NYC Firefighters
Feds Outline Rules for States' Insurance Exchanges
Fido's New Forte: Helping Kids Learn to Read
From the Couch to the Computer: A New Take on Therapy
Get Rid of Standing Water to Protect From Mosquitoes
Health Highlights: Aug.12, 2011
Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Post-Partum Depression?
Health Tip: Avoid Extra Fluids While on Dialysis
Insurance Premiums Vary Widely From State to State
Many Arthritis Patients May Not Be Exercising Enough
Many Men Underestimate Prostate Surgery Side Effects
Music Eases Cancer Patients' Anxiety: Study
Patients Taking Antipsychotics Urged to Get Routine Physicals
Religion Might Boost Happiness in Times of Stress
Sleep Apnea Makes Quick Return When Treatment Stops
Weight-Loss Surgery Gains More Practitioners
Alzheimer's Harder to Detect in the Very Old
Chimp Attack Victim Reveals New Face
Depressed Women Could Face Raised Risk of Stroke
Getting Along With Coworkers May Add Years to Your Life
Health Highlights: Aug.11, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Bleeding While Taking a Blood Thinner
Like Those in Humans, Baby Chimps' Forebrains Immature
Medical Tattoo Tracks Body Functions
New Bacteria Linked to Tattoo Infections
No Proof That Aspirin Aids Conception, Review Shows
Parkinson's Patients May Fare Better in Neurologist's Care
Poor, Urban Heterosexuals at High Risk of HIV: CDC
Poorly Controlled Asthma Can Boost Chances of Pregnancy Complications
Prehistoric Water Reptile's Social Life Similar to Dolphins: Study
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Turkey Sickens More People
'Superdrug' Against Range of Viruses Shows Promise in Animal Trials
Women Born After Great Depression Had More Children, Study Finds
ADHD, Autism May Sometimes Share Gene Mutations
Baby's Fever May Not Signal Teething
Breast Cancer Drug Raises Risk of Heart Problems in Older Women: Study
Daily Hot Dog May Feed Diabetes Risk: Study
Drug Duo Appears to Combat Infections of Lung Linings
Experimental Drug May Help Ease Chronic Constipation
Gene Therapy Fights a Tough-to-Treat Leukemia: Study
Health Highlights: Aug.10, 2011
Health Tip: Considering a Baby Walker?
Health Tip: Senior Drivers, Stay Safe
Honing in on the Genetics of MS
Human Cells Used to Make Replacement Anal Sphincters in Mice
Is It Time to Bag Homemade Lunches?
Organic Poultry Farms Have Lower Levels of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
Personal Feedback May Aid Fitness Progress
Pumping Iron Helps Smokers Quit Without Weight Gain: Study
Study Pits New Blood Thinner Against Warfarin For Irregular Heartbeat
Tracking Lyme Disease in Dogs May Help Protect Humans
Women May Face Greater Heart Risk From Smoking Than Men
An Older Man's Sex Life May Suffer When She's Close to His Friends
Bad Economic News Taking Toll on Americans' Emotions
Costs Soar for Kids With Poorly Controlled Asthma
Factors Before Birth Can Determine Child's Risk of Allergies: Study
Going Full-Tilt Into Turns May Ease Motion Sickness on Trains
Health Highlights: Aug. 9, 2011
Health Tip: Is Your Child Being Cyberbullied?
Health Tip: Risk Factors for Fainting
High-Fiber Diet Might Lower Risk for Colon Polyps
Intelligence Largely Rooted in the Genes
Maternal Blood Test Can Determine Sex of Fetus at 7 Weeks
More American Kids Eating Fast Food
Regular Exercise Helps Keep Leg Arteries Clear
Sleep Apnea Could Up Risk of Dementia In Elderly Women
Survivors of Brain Hemorrhage May Experience PTSD
Younger Blacks Fare Worse on Dialysis, Study Finds
Are Kids Brown-Bagging Bacteria?
As Heart Failure Worsens, Word Recall May Suffer Too
Bullying Takes Toll on High School Test Scores
CPAP Therapy Most Effective for Sleep Apnea, Experts Say
Deep Brain Stimulation Improves Parkinson's Symptoms Long-Term
Early Morning Smoking Riskier For Cancer
Elderly Lung Cancer Patients Can Gain From Two-Drug Chemo: Study
Frequent Tests Help Track Progression of Glaucoma, Study Finds
Health Highlights: Aug. 8, 2011
Health Tip: Osteoporosis Can Affect Men, Too
Health Tip: Treating an Earache
Hospitals Vary Widely in Rate of Heart Procedures: Study
Kids Can Safely Play Sports in Hot Weather: Experts
Life-Threatening Leg Clots Run in Families, Study Shows
Many Heart Patients Anemic After Too Many Blood Tests in Hospital
Soy Supplements Don't Ease Bone Loss, Menopausal Symptoms: Study
Study of Bone Cancer in Dogs May Improve Treatment in Kids
Toe Deformities Should Be Treated Early: Experts
Trying Out New Identities Key to Video Games' Appeal: Study
Gene Study Identifies Non-Hereditary Links to Schizophrenia
Treat Gasoline With Respect
Adjusting Routines Before School Starts May Ease Transition to Class
Smart Food Choices Key to a Healthy Barbeque
Children's HIV Drugs May Cause High Cholesterol
Counseling May Help Women at Risk for Breast Cancer Gene
Gastric Bypass May Dampen Desire for High-Fat Foods
Health Highlights: Aug. 5, 2011
Health Tip: Eating Disorders May Affect Oral Health
Health Tip: Long-Term Complications of Diabetes
Household Mold During Infancy May Trigger Asthma
Less Worry, Better Coping Seen Among Religious Folks
Months After Shootings, Many Virginia Tech Students Suffered PTSD
NASCAR Pit Crews Need Strength, Stamina, Too
Need a New Hip? Someday You May Grow Your Own
Scientists Take Navel-Gazing to New Level
Smokers Mistakenly Believe Vitamins Protect Them From Cancer
Smoking Linked to Raised Risk of Irregular Heartbeat, Study Finds
Weight Loss May Boost Sex Life of Obese, Diabetic Men
With Age, Focus on Body Shifts From Appearance to Function
Americans' Use of Antidepressants On the Rise: Study
Cargill Begins Massive Recall of Turkey Linked to Salmonella Outbreak
Eating Disorders Can Harm Women's Fertility
First Treatment Solely for Scorpion Stings Approved
Gene Mutation Can Leave People Without Fingerprints
Health Highlights: Aug. 4, 2011
Health Plans Much Costlier for Docs in U.S. Than Canada: Study
Health Tip: Living With Chronic Kidney Disease
Many Military Vets in College Plagued By Thoughts of Suicide
More Neurology Residents Using Clot-Busting Drug for Stroke
No Increase in Medicare Drug Premiums in 2012
Numbers of Autopsies Performed in U.S. Falls
Scientists May Have Found Missing Link to Common Brain Cancer
Stem Cell Therapy Holds Promise for Kidney Disease
Today's Teens Less Likely to Be Heavy Smokers, Study Finds
U.S. 'Stroke Belt' May Also Be 'Sepsis Belt'
Another Blood Test for Alzheimer's Shows Promise
Can Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Cause Asthma?
Experimental Drug Promising Against Tough-to-Treat Asthma
Genes, Not Healthy Living, Get Most to Age 100
Health Highlights: Aug. 3, 2011
Health Tip: Skate Safely
Health Tip: Watch for Signs of Scoliosis
High Dose of Yeast Infection Drug Linked to Birth Defects, FDA Says
'Infrared Detector' May Lead Vampire Bat to Blood
Memories Can Be Unreliable, Manipulated
New Tick-Borne Illness Infects Midwesterners
Obesity Counseling Should Stress Brain, Not Willpower: Study
Parenting Style May Affect Child's Mental Health
Scientists Warn of New Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella
Smoking Withdrawal Shows Up in Brain Mood Centers
Source of Salmonella-Tainted Turkey Still Unclear
Stomach Cancer Tumors Have Genetic Differences: Researchers
Surge in New HIV Infections Among Young Black Gay Men Troubling: CDC
Urine Test Might Help Predict Prostate Cancer Risk
Americans No Longer Outliving Europeans: Study
Antipsychotic Doesn't Ease PTSD in Vets, Study Finds
Bio-Engineered Spinal Discs Appear Successful in Rats
Cancer Patients May Be at Greater Risk for Sun Damage
Doctor Offers Tips on How to Travel With Kids
Health Highlights: Aug. 2, 2011
Health Tip: Help Prevent Eczema Flares
Health Tip: Thaw Poultry Safely
Kids Still See Unhealthy-Food Ads on TV, Study Finds
Larger Dose of Zinc Lozenges May Shorten Colds
Many Kids Now Engage in Media 'Multi-Tasking'
Popular Antidepressants Not Always Best Choice for Seniors
Post-Heart Attack Exercise May Depend on Where You Live
Regular Exercise Boosts the Brain, Too
Statins May Help Heart in Some Young Stroke Patients
Support for Breast-Feeding Found Lacking in Many U.S. Hospitals
Violence Against Women Can Take Lifelong Toll: Study
Childhood Depression, Anxiety Tied to Pain in Adulthood
Colon Cleansing Has No Health Benefit, May Harm: Report
Even a Little Exercise Helps the Heart, Study Finds
Fetal Exposure to Magnetic Fields From Appliances, Power Lines May Up Kids' Asthma Risk
For Many, Risks of Lung Biopsy May Outweigh Benefits: Study
Health Highlights: Aug. 1, 2011
Health Tip: Dine Out the Healthy Way
Health Tip: Don't Let Menopause Get You Down
HHS: Insurers Must Pay for Birth Control for Women
'Meth' Abuse Ups Risk of HIV Infection in Young Gay Men
More Families Turning to Public Plans for Children's Health Care
New Guidelines for Spotting, Treating COPD Released
Prenatal Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements May Cut Babies' Colds
Smoking, Diabetes, Obesity May Shrink Your Brain
Study Tracks Masturbation Trends Among U.S. Teens
When Teens Abuse Prescriptions, Addiction Often Follows
With Junk Food Stores Nearby, Teens May Eat More of It
Gene Variant Associated With Asthma Risk in Blacks
Pro Golfers Reveal 'Biomechanical Differences' in Swing
Daughters Seem to Influence Mothers' Fashion Sense
Smartphones Really Are Habit-Forming: Study
Blood Pressure Drop During Dialysis May Raise Clot Risk
Concussion Project Finds Disease in Two Autopsied Brains
Drop in Breast Cancer Death Rates May Not Be Linked to Screening Rates
Even Living Together Is Too Much Commitment for Today's Couples
Health Highlights: July 29, 2011
Health Tip: When a Person With Alzheimer's Eats
Health Tip: When Sleep Apnea Affects Children
Long-Term Opioid Therapy Often Leads to Addiction
New Dog Gene May Shed Light on Childhood Epilepsy
Report Urges New Review System for Medical Devices
Sexual Assault Doesn't Cause Binge Drinking in Girls: Study
Shootings Spark Interest in Spotting the Violence-Prone
Some Ethnic Groups More Vulnerable to Dangerous Fat
Study Finds Kids Want More Info About Their Hospital Care
Brain Injury Appears to Boost Stroke Risk
Building Muscle May Reduce Diabetes Risk, Study Says
Coaches Can Play Big Role in How Kids Feel About Sports
Dentists May Be Able to Spot Undiagnosed Diabetes
Growing Up Near Livestock Tied to Blood Cancers
Health Highlights: July 28, 2011
Health Tip: Get a Better Night's Sleep
Health Tip: Smokeless Tobacco Isn't a Safe Alternative
Heat-Linked Illnesses Strike Thousands Each Year: Report
Painful Gout Afflicting More Americans: Study
Predicting Who Will -- and Won't -- Survive a Heart Attack
Report Could Tighten FDA's Oversight of Medical Devices
Speed Cameras Save Lives, Money: Study
Tamoxifen Wards Off Breast Cancer's Return for More Than a Decade
U.S. to Pay Bigger Share of Rising Cost of Health Care
Vaccine to Prevent Heroin High Works in Animals
1 in 3 Nose Job Patients Has a Mental Illness: Study
Age-Related Memory Loss May Be Reversible, Animal Study Suggests
Caution Urged in Intensive Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
Cell Phones Don't Seem to Pose Cancer Risk to Kids: Study
Chickenpox Vaccine Has Saved Lives
Computer-Aided Mammography Doesn't Improve Breast Cancer Detection: Study
Densensitization Procedure Helps Hard-to-Match Kidney Recipients
Gene Study Sheds Light on Deadly German E. Coli Strain
Greater Breast Density May Raise Cancer Risk
Health Highlights: July 27, 2011
Health Tip: Dispose of Medications Safely
Health Tip: Ease Swelling Beneath a Cast
Hepatitis Rates Soar Among IV Drug Users, Study Finds
Implantable Device May Ease Tough-to-Treat Hypertension
Kids From Unplanned Pregnancies Tend to Lag Behind Intellectually
Menopause Does Not Boost Diabetes Risk, Study Finds
Scientists ID Gene Linked to Syndrome Behind Elephant Man Disease
Special Needs Kids Bullied More, Fare Poorly at School
Afghan Medical Staff Face Ongoing Security Threats: Study
Americans Show Rising Support for Abortion Rights: Poll
Certain Antidepressants Linked to Falls in Nursing Homes
Depression Higher in Wealthier Nations
Family History May Predict Heart Attack More Than Stroke
Fatty 'Comfort' Foods May Alter Brain's Response to Sadness
Health Highlights: July 26, 2011
Health Tip: Can't Stomach Dairy?
Health Tip: Soothe Swollen Gums
Heart Disease Prevention May Save Billions Annually in U.S.
Human Brains Wired to Empathize, Study Finds
Lymph Node Test Doesn't Improve Breast Cancer Care, Study Finds
Methamphetamine Abuse May Raise Parkinson's Risk
More Kids Eating Calorie-Packed Take-out Food
Only 15% Use Calorie Info at NYC Fast Food Chains: Study
Poor Health Linked to Very Preemie Birth Stabilizes by Adolescence
Researchers Find 3 Genes Linked to Esophagus Disorders
Study Finds Savings From Medicare's Drug Plan Extend Beyond Cost of Meds
Antibiotics Beat Cranberries at Fighting Urinary Tract Infections in Study
Blood Test May Better Predict Diabetics' Heart Risk: Study
Blue-Collar Employees With Arthritis Working Past 65: Study
CDC Issues Guidance for Coping With Lingering Heat
Chickenpox Vaccine May Wipe Out Related Deaths: Study
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Teens Often Homeless: Study
Health Highlights: July 25, 2011
Health Tip: Keep Air Healthy at Home
Health Tip: Protect Against Bug Bites
Kids With ADHD Less Adept at Crossing the Street: Study
Many Doctors Ignore Cancer Genetic Testing Guidelines
Preparation Key When Kids With Asthma Go Back to School
Smoking After Heart Attack Raises Risk of Dying
Spiritual Talks May Boost Patients' View of Hospital Care
Teen Athletes at Greater Risk for Osteoarthritis: Study
Transitional Care May Cut Hospital Readmission Rates
Anti-Clotting Drug May Cause Severe Bleeding With No Benefit
Parents Must Be Vigilant About Pool Safety
Common Swimming Injuries Often Avoidable
Summer Heat Holds Potential Danger for Young Athletes
Ancient Footprints Reveal Earliest Signs of Human-Like Gait
Children Fare OK if Mom Works, Study Finds
Dolphins' Superior Ability to Heal May Help Humans
Extreme Heat Calls for Smarter Workouts
Health Highlights: July 22, 2011
Health Tip: Common Signs of Stuttering
Health Tip: Should I Check My Blood Sugar?
Low 'Health Literacy' Hazardous to Your Health
Medieval Armor Drained Soldier's Energy, Study Finds
One Hospital's Efforts to Hurdle the Language Barrier
Publicly Insured Kids May Get Less Comprehensive Care
Teens Face Own Battles When Parent Goes to War
There's a Little Neanderthal in Most of Us
U.S. Culture Linked to Greater Sunscreen Use Among Latinos
U.S. Minorities No Strangers to Health Ills
Are Newer MS Drugs Worth Their High Price Tag?
Blood Stored Too Long May Threaten Patient Safety
Breast-feeding for 6 Months or More Protects Against Asthma
Brilinta Approved for Acute Coronary Syndromes
Clogged Arteries Might Raise Risk of Dementia, Experts Warn
Elderly at Greater Risk for Heat Stroke, Experts Warn
Epidemic of Obesity in U.S. Kids Began in Late '90s
Health Highlights: July 21, 2011
Health Tip: Manage COPD Symptoms
Health Tip: Recognizing Strange Behavior
Informed-Consent Forms for HIV Research Too Long: Study
Many Don't Toss Perishables After Long Power Outage: Poll
Optimism May Lower Stroke Risk
Psychological Distancing May Be Key to Wisdom
Smartphones May Be Taxing Your Eyes
Survey Suggests 'Sexting' Rampant in College
Tarceva Battles Lung Cancer in Some
Women, Whites Most Likely to Seek Health Info Online: Survey
Breathing Problems Strike Soldiers Returning From Iraq
Cheaper DNA Sequencing Coming Closer
Does Your Personality Dictate Whether You'll Be Overweight?
Experimental Drug Might Help Fight Alzheimer's After All
FDA Approves Blood Thinner Brilinta for Heart Patients
Fewer Surgical Errors Reported at VA Medical Facilities
Grandparents May Be Better Drivers
Health Highlights: July 20, 2011
Health Tip: Cosmetics May Have Side Effects
Health Tip: Swim to Get Fit
'Heat Dome' Continues to Throttle U.S.
High-Tech Football Helmets Gauge Force of Collision
International Poll Shows Many Fear Alzheimer's as Much as Cancer
Largest Ob/Gyn Group Backs Annual Mammograms in 40s
Preemies at Risk for Psychiatric Disorders as Teens, Study Contends
Rude Surgeons Hurt Patients, Increase Costs
Scientists Close in on Origins of Psoriasis, Eczema
Scrutinizing Faces Might Catch Liars, Study Finds
Study Contends Taller People at Heightened Cancer Risk
Study: Inherited Alzheimer's Detectable 20 Years Before Symptom Onset
As Waistline Expands, So Does Death Risk for Kidney Patients
'Broken Heart Syndrome' May Affect More People Than Thought
C-Section Rate in U.S. Climbs to All-Time High: Report
Does Meditation Boost Brain Health?
Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders Tougher When It's Not Patient's Call
Drug May Prevent Chemo-Linked Menopause in Breast Cancer Patients
Happy Shoppers More Decisive When Purchasing
Health Highlights: July 19, 2011
Health Tip: Get Kids Moving
Health Tip: Pain Relievers Aren't for Everyone
Lifestyle Changes Might Prevent Millions of Cases of Alzheimer's
Married Men Seem to Seek Help for Heart Attacks Sooner
More Evidence That Exercise May Keep The Brain Sharp
Restaurant Calorie Counts Can Miss the Mark: Study
Stopping Daily Aspirin Boosts Heart Attack Risk: Study
Study Hints at How Stress of Domestic Violence Might Be Passed to Unborn Child
Two Antidepressants Given to Dementia Patients Ineffective: Study
U.S. Panel Recommends Free Coverage of Birth Control
Controversial Cholesterol Drug Might Lower Blood Sugar Levels in Diabetics
Drugs Can Bring HIV-Infected Africans Normal Life Spans
Ex-NFL Players May Face Higher Brain Damage Risk, Study Says
FDA Unveils Flu Vaccines for 2011-12 Season
Flu Vaccine for 2011-12 Season Approved
Health Highlights: July 18, 2011
Health Tip: Keep Kids' Lunches Cool
Health Tip: Stay Safe and Healthy During Travels
Human Stem Cells Used to Fix Damaged Mouse Heart
Kids Fare Better in Crashes When Grandparents Driving: Study
More Evidence That Early Treatment Can Stop HIV's Spread to Partners
Secondhand Smoke Linked to Hearing Loss in Teens
Self-Esteem Levels Vary by Age, Race, Study Finds
Sharing Bed With Toddler Won't Harm Development: Study
Small Study Suggests Milk, Soy Proteins Lower Blood Pressure Modestly
Specialists More Likely to Spot Deadly Skin Cancer
Statins Don't Seem to Raise Cancer Risk
Women Bear Greatest Burden of Alzheimer's
Barbeque May Contain Hidden Dangers
Falls Could Signal Early Alzheimer's Disease
Keep Sun Safety in Mind This Summer: Experts
Tips for Weathering Summer Sun, Heat
A Cleaner Colon Is Key to Effective Screening
Alcohol Affects Left, Right Heart Chambers Differently
Binge Drinking May Impair Teen Brain Development
Breast Implants Have Limited Lifespan
Cigarette Tax Unlikely to Deter Some Smokers: Report
Cyberbullying a Big Worry for Parents: Survey
Dogs Adept at Reading People's Minds
Drinking Alcohol May Prolong, Not Relieve, Stress
Erectile Dysfunction Tied to Sleep Disorder
Health Highlights: July 15, 2011
Health Tip: Controlling Your Diabetes
Health Tip: Take Appendicitis Symptoms Seriously
Hormone Therapy May Lower Risk for Artery Disease
Increase in Diabetes Risk Linked to High-Dose Statins
Injection Drug Users Most in Need of Treatment, Study Says
Kids of Moms With History of Depression Seem Less Happy
Multiple Blood Pressure Readings Give More Accurate Diagnosis
Podcast: A Cleaner Colon Is Key to Effective Screening
Podcast: Breast Implants Have Limited Lifespan
Podcast: Erectile Dysfunction Tied to Sleep Disorder
Podcast: Hormone Therapy May Lower Risk for Artery Disease
Podcast: Increase in Diabetes Risk Linked to High-Dose Statins
Podcast: Multiple Blood Pressure Readings Give More Accurate Diagnosis
Podcast: Scars of Bullying Can Be Long-Lasting
Researchers Closer to Developing Universal Meningitis B Vaccine
Rigorous Exercise May Boost Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery
Scars of Bullying Can Be Long-Lasting
The Cycling Stud Who Shed His Couch Potato Skin
Want to Eat Less? Try a Bigger Fork
Younger Kids Respond Better to 'Lazy Eye' Treatment
Antibody Finding Might Help in Search for HIV Vaccine
Can You Google Your Memory?
Certain Painkillers May Raise Odds of Stroke, Heart Attack: Study
Exposure to Common Chemicals May Affect Thyroid Function
Food Industry Sets Standards for Advertising to Kids
Genes Linked to Restless Legs Syndrome Identified
Health Highlights: July 14, 2011
Health Tip: Benefitting From Cross-Training
Health Tip: Why the Frequent Nosebleeds?
Less Lighting Up in Movies Aimed at Kids
Novel Virus 'Jumped' From Monkeys to Humans, Researchers Find
Pets Pump You Up, Study Finds
Poorer, Less Educated Youth More Prone to Hypertension
Rat Study Shows How Binge Drinking Harms Memory
Skin Lesions Often Misdiagnosed as Spider Bites
Suicide Among Veterans All Too Common, Study Finds
Training in Positive Thinking May Help Anxious Teens
Beware of Summer Lightning
Delving Into the Mystery of Placebos
Drugs May Prevent HIV Spread Among Heterosexuals
Flip-Flops, Baseball Caps May Raise Risk of Skin Cancer
For Some Prostate Cancer Patients, Combo Treatment Improves Survival
Generic, Brand-Name Heart Drugs Seem to Have Same Effect on Thyroid
Health Highlights: July 13, 2011
Health Tip: Binge Eating May Lead to Weight Gain
Health Tip: Living With Pulmonary Hypertension
Low 'Empathy' Response in Brain Might Point to Autism Gene
Millions of Americans Lack Access to Dental Care: Report
Mobile Sensors Track Health of Elderly in Pilot Test
Pelvic Mesh for Incontinence May Carry Added Risk for Women: FDA
Rural Workers Often Lack Access to Sick Leave
Sometimes Sleeping on the Job May Be a Good Thing
'Swine Flu' Shot May Be Cleared of Guillain-Barre Charges
Ultrasound May Determine Heart Attack Risk in HIV Patients
'Virtual Reality' May Help in Parkinson's Therapy
Alzheimer's Brain Protein Scanning Moves Forward
Bed Sores Afflict More Blacks in Nursing Homes Than Whites: Study
Bettering Social Status Lowers High Blood Pressure Risk
Bladder Cancer Patients Not Getting Recommended Care: Study
Contact Allergies Associated With Lower Rates of Some Cancers
Dental Care for Kids on Medicaid Varies by Fees Each State Sets
Family History of Cancer Needs to Be Updated as You Age
Health Highlights: July 12, 2011
Health Tip: Insufficient Sleep Can Be Dangerous
Health Tip: Understanding Dyslexia
Individualizing Care Could Save Money, Experts Say
More U.S. Men Die From Cancer Than Women: Study
Older Women at Greater Risk for Common STD, Study Suggests
Physical Activity Levels Linked to Employment Status
Scientists Spot Possible Target in Ovarian Cancer
Soaring Temps Can Pose Serious Health Risks
Tool to Spot Lung Infections in Cystic Fibrosis Patients Called Not Worth It
ADHD, Learning Issues May Be Linked to Secondhand Smoke
Adherence to Angioplasty/Stent Guidelines Lacking: Study
Boostrix Approved to Prevent Tetanus, Diphtheria and Whooping Cough in Seniors
Coordinated Cooling Effort After Cardiac Arrest Can Improve Outcomes
Deaths Up, Care Levels Down at Teaching Hospitals in July
Fast Food Is King of the Neighborhood, Study Reports
For People With Diabetes, Pets May Pose Unusual Hazards
Health Highlights: July 11, 2011
Health Tip: Dealing With Social Phobia
Health Tip: If a Person With Alzheimer's Is Confused
Higher Folic Acid Levels in Teens Tied to Academic Success
Older Adults Have to Exercise More to Maintain Muscle Size, Study Finds
Parkinson's Patients Still Prescribed Antipsychotics Despite Warning
Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Seem to Lack Enough Vitamin D
Sleep Apnea Linked to Blood Vessel Disorders in Study
Study: Potassium Boosts Heart Health, Salt Harms It
The Hype on Hypoallergenic Dogs Is Just That, Study Warns
Alcohol, Water Sports Can Be Deadly Mix
Risk of Lightning Strikes Rises in Summer
Help Your Kids Stay in Shape This Summer
Parents Can Help Stop Spread of Water Park Illnesses
A Safe Tan? No Way, Experts Say
Ankle Braces May Protect Young Basketball Players
Anxiety, Depression in Pregnancy May Raise Kids' Asthma Risk
Behavioral Techniques a Better Value for Chronic Migraine Than Meds: Study
California's Rural Elderly Have High Rates of Chronic Illness
Coping Strategy Depends on Strength of Emotion: Study
From Tanning Beds to Melanoma Surgery
Golf-Cart Head Injuries on the Upswing, Study Finds
Health Highlights: July 9, 2011
Health Tip: Child Safety Seats
Health Tip: The Benefits of Meditation
Losing Weight, Keeping It Off Can Be Two Different Worlds
Men Who Smoke at Lower Risk of Joint Replacement: Study
Obesity May Increase Risk of Surgical Complications
Study Offers Update on Staph Pneumonia Trends in Children
Windows Pose Safety Risk for Young Children, Experts Warn
Europe's Suicides Up, Road Deaths Down After Economy Tanked
Female Ancestor of All Living Polar Bears Was Brown
Giant Weed Can Cause Blisters, Even Blindness
Gonorrhea's Growing Resistance to Antibiotics Concerns CDC
Health Highlights: July 7, 2011
Health Tip: Fears and Phobias
Health Tip: Drinking and Pregnancy
Medicaid Coverage 'Substantially' Improves Access to Care: Study
Men Seem More Likely Than Women to Develop Hole in Knee Cartilage
Religious Identity Remains Constant in Teen Years: Study
Southern States Lag Behind North in Drop in Colon Cancer Death Rates
Special Talk Therapy Seems to Help Dying Patients
Teen Athletes Should Get Concussion Test Score Before Play
U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Spread
A Deadly New Reason to Avoid Deer Ticks
Binge Eating May Be a High All Its Own
Breast-Feeding May Not Protect Moms Against MS Relapse
Fewer U.S. Teens Having Babies, Binge Drinking: Report
Health Tip: Does Your Baby Have GERD?
Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Atherosclerosis
Long Commutes for Pilots May Hamper Flying Performance: Study
Massage Offers Real Relief from Back Pain
Men May Have Better 'Cocktail Party' Hearing
New Combo Therapy May Prevent TB, Save Lives in People With HIV
Patient Disparities Seen in Lung Cancer Drug Trials
Prior Depression Can Leave People Sensitive to Life's Woes
Satisfaction With Life Seems Good for the Heart
Study Finds Heart Failure Drug Ineffective
Study Questions Chiropractic's Impact on Back Pain
Talking to Teens May Help Them Cut Back on Pot Smoking
U.S. Database of Breast Cancer Treatment May Be Inaccurate
Urban, Low-Income Kids More Likely to Walk or Bike to School
Arcapta Inhaler Approved for COPD
Colon Cancer Death Rates Continue to Drop, CDC Reports
Cuddling May Be Key to Long-Term Happy Relationship
Eating Disorders Appear to Raise Risk of Death
Experimental Drug Bests Chemo in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Study
Health Highlights: July 5, 2011
Health Tip: Should You Eat Raw Fish?
Health Tip: Some Prone to Losing Bone Mass
Healthy Lifestyle May Ward Off Sudden Cardiac Death in Women
Mammogram Schedule Should Be Customized, Study Finds
Massage Beats Meds for Lower Back Pain, Study Says
Medical Futility Trend Seen in Neonatal Deaths
Painkillers May Raise Risk of Dangerous Heart Flutter
Parents' Military Deployment May Harm Kids' Mental Health
Small, Rural Hospitals Provide a Lower Quality of Care: Study
Study Finds Most Urgent Angioplasties Warranted
Too Much Sitting May Double Women's Risk of Blood Clots
Tots Who Are 'Late Talkers' Typically Turn Out Fine: Study
Could Finger Length Predict Penis Length?
Environment May Be Especially Key to Autism: Study
Health Tip: Set Rules for Swimming
Health Tip: Stay Away From Fad Diets
Stop-Smoking Drug Chantix Ups Risk of Heart Problems: Study
Safety Experts Warn of Fireworks Dangers
Woman Loses Eye in Bottle Rocket Attack
How to Stay Hydrated in Hot Weather
Make Water Safety a Priority for Your Kids
Avastin Rejection Supported by Cancer Experts
College Players' Hoop Dreams May Get Boost From Extra Zzz's
Fireworks and Fido Don't Always Mix
Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer: Who, Me?
Health Highlights: July 1, 2011
Health Tip: Lather Kids With Sunscreen
Health Tip: Practice Safe Grilling
Kentucky Goes on the Offensive Against Colorectal Cancer
Lazanda Approved for Cancer Pain
Military Members Face Raised Risk of Osteoarthritis: Study
More Than 200,000 Suffer Cardiac Arrest in Hospitals Annually
Post-Op Nausea May Be Hereditary
Reconstruction Safe Right After Mastectomy: Study
Soluble Fiber Appears Key to Trimming 'Bad Fat'
Understanding Numbers Isn't as Simple as 1, 2, 3
When It Comes to Memory, Practice Seems to Make Perfect
A Child's Surgery May Prompt Parents to Try to Quit Smoking
Breast Cancer Plus Other Health Issues Linked to Worse Outcomes
Cotton Swabs Help Prevent Surgical Site Infections: Study
Fetal Exposure to Common Epilepsy Drugs May Harm Kids' IQ: FDA
Group-Think Can Influence Your Memory, Research Shows
Health Highlights: June 30, 2011
Health Tip: Warm Up Before Exercise
Health Tip: Will Allergy Shots Work for Me?
Hong Kong Strain of Scarlet Fever Unlikely to Spread to U.S., Experts Say
Illegal Tobacco Sales to U.S. Minors Reach All-Time Low
Internet Sex Offenders Reveal Some Patterns
July 4 Weekend Dangerous for Underage Boys Who Drink: Report
Medicare Will Pay for Prostate Cancer Drug
One-Third of Undergrads Admit Using Phone 'Apps' While Driving
On-the-Job Lead Exposures Falling, But Still a Problem: CDC
Who Should Get a CT Scan to Screen for Lung Cancer?
Addiction Starts Early in American Society, Report Finds
Blackouts Linked to Future Drinking Injuries in College Students
Calories Are the Secret Ingredient in Weight Loss
Delaying Intravenous Feeding of ICU Patients May Aid Recovery
E-Prescribing Doesn't Slash Errors, Study Finds
FDA Panel Rejects Avastin for Breast Cancer
Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns, Study Finds
Gene 'Map' of Ovarian Cancer Yields New Clues to Treatment
Genes May Control How Long You Look at Happy Faces
Health Highlights: June 29, 2011
Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Rickets?
Health Tip: Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
More Evidence CT Scans Better at Detecting Lung Cancer
Motivational Text Messages May Help Smokers Quit
No Headway Against COPD, Which Now Affects Women More
Organ Transplant Drug Might Treat Rapid-Aging Disease in Kids
Pain Costs U.S. $635 Billion a Year: Report
Pollution Took Heavy Toll at U.S. Beaches in 2010
Certain Cancer Drugs Don't Interfere With Flu Vaccine: Study
FDA to Hear Appeal on Breast Cancer Drug
Flexible Schedule Helps Keep New Moms in the Workplace
Genome Map May Help Save Tasmanian Devils
Health Highlights: June 28, 2011
Health Tip: Minimize Radiation From X-Rays
Health Tip: Why Your Child Is Wetting the Bed
Longest Trial Ever Confirms Mammograms' Benefits
Low-Income Families Often Miss Out on Proper Nutrition
Obesity a Major Cause of Early Death in Women: Study
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Saves Money: Study
Program Shrinks Time-to-Treatment for Heart Attack: Study
Research Sheds Light on Cause of Brain Deficits in HIV Patients
Study Hints at Why Heart Disease Is More Deadly for Blacks
Trials of Type 1 Diabetes Vaccines Bring Mixed Results
When Americans Think of Regrets, Love Tops List
At-Home Blood Pressure Monitoring More Telling Than Doctor's Office Readings
Content, Timing of TV Can Take Toll on Kids' Sleep
Diabetic Girls May Have Heart Risk Factors
Doctors Urge Ban on Junk Food Ads During Kids' Shows
Does Ovulation Boost a Woman's 'Gaydar'?
Health Highlights: June 27, 2011
Health Tip: Avoid Unnecessary Eating
Health Tip: Reduce Infection Risk After Ear Piercing
Hospitals in U.S. Territories Have Higher Death Rates: Study
Lab-Grown Blood Vessels Seem to Help Dialysis Patients
Many Pediatricians Aren't Testing Tots for Developmental Delays
Nearly Half of Older Breast Cancer Patients Don't Get Radiation
New Blood Thinner Beats Plavix When Paired With Low-Dose Aspirin
New Crib Safety Rules to Take Effect
Pregnancy Safe for Most Women With MS: Study
Vitamin D, Calcium Combo May Halve Melanoma Risk in Some Women
Working Night Shifts May Raise Diabetes Risk for Women
Calories, Not Protein or Carbs, Are Key to Weight Loss: Study
HIV Drugs May Be Tied to Early Aging
After Diabetes Diagnosis, Concentrate on Dietary Changes, Study Says
Class of Drugs Linked to Higher Heart Risk in Older Diabetics
Diabetes on Upswing Worldwide
Life Expectancy Improves for Type 1 Diabetics
Athletes May Benefit From Shorter, Less Intense Warm-Ups
Drug Use May Play Role in 25% of Driver Deaths, Study Finds
Even One Glass of Beer, Wine Boosts Car Crash Risk: Study
Exhausting Surf Rescues Don't Affect Lifeguards' CPR Skills
Extreme Dieting Often Lasts From Early Teens to Adulthood
FDA Urges Reduced Doses for Anemia Drugs
Health Highlights: June 24, 2011
Health Tip: Coping With Low Blood Pressure
Health Tip: Sunburn Usually Damages Skin
Lifestyle Changes Might Alter Breast Cancer Rates
More Autism Diagnoses in High-Tech Areas, Study Finds
'Sexting' Common for Those Who Cheat: Study
Snacking Totals a Quarter of Daily Calories for Many
Stress May Worsen Lung Function in Kids Breathing Dirty Air
Study Finds 'Inconsistent' Care for Pregnant Women With Depression
Weight Loss Surgery May Cut Inflammation, Disease Risk
CDC Cites Benefits of Expanded HIV Testing Program
Early Talk Therapy May Help Stroke Patients Bounce Back
Effects of Premature Birth May Stretch Into Adulthood: Study
Health Highlights: June 23, 2011
Health Tip: Calm a Colicky Baby
Health Tip: Why You Have Gallstones
Hospital Delays Tied to Racial Divide in Heart Attack Care
Implantable Device May Help Ease Tough Migraines
Less Invasive Colon Surgery Results in Fewer Blood Clots: Study
Marriage Might Boost Colon Cancer Survival
Poor 'Fat-Tasters' May Tend to Be Heavier
Smoke From Wildfires in Southwest May Be Health Hazard
Surge in Number of Americans Treated for Prescription Painkiller Abuse
Tainted Cocaine Tied to Severe Skin Reactions
Teens Look to Parents as Guide to Healthy Sexual Behaviors
Ways to Curb Childhood Obesity Outlined in U.S. Report
Chips, Fries, Soda Most to Blame for Long-Term Weight Gain
City Living Tied to More Anxiety, Mood Disorders
Clues to Alzheimer's May Reside in Spinal Fluid
Cocaine-Related Heart Damage May Be 'Silent'
Could a Dangerous Fungus Lurk in Your Dishwasher?
Early Chemical Exposures May Affect Breast Health: Report
Eating Disorders May Raise Risk of Depression in Pregnancy
FDA: Breast Implants Basically Safe, But Won't Last a Lifetime
German E. Coli Strain Especially Lethal, Studies Find
Health Highlights: June 22, 2011
Health Tip: Create a First Aid Kit
Health Tip: Don't Deny Your Diabetes
Math Learning Disabilities Linked to Poor 'Gut Sense' of Numbers
New Drug Effectively Treats Hepatitis C
Poor Brain 'Sync' a Possible Sign of Autism
Pregnant Women May Go to Great Lengths to Induce Labor
Simple Saliva Test Detects Your 'Real' Age
Smoking During Pregnancy May Predispose Kids to Heart Trouble
Young Kids at Risk in Home Pools
Delays in Hospital Transfers for Heart Attack Patients May Raise Death Risk
Diabetic Kidney Disease Rising in the U.S.
FDA Unveils Graphic Images for Cigarette Packs
'Hammock' Effect May Help Adults Fall Asleep Faster
Health Highlights: June 21, 2011
Health Tip: Regain Weight the Healthy Way
Health Tip: Why Some Women Can't Sleep
High-Dose Statins May Increase Diabetes Risk
Lawmakers Urged to Consider Health Effects of Major Legislation
Making Sure Child's Play Doesn't Turn Into Gunplay
Older Women With Breast Cancer Probably Won't Die From It: Study
Parents Find Media Rating Systems Lacking
Scientists Zero In on Key Melanoma Links
Smoking, Prostate Cancer a Deadly Mix
Some Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis May Cut Diabetes Risk
Unemployment May Hit Some Harder Than Others
Years of Air Pollution May Be Tied to Uncontrolled Asthma
Abuse-Resistant Oxycodone Approved
Bullying's Scars May Last a Lifetime, Experts Say
Experts Issue Guidelines on Safe Weight Loss for Athletes
Faster Transition From CPR to Defibrillator May Save Lives
FDA to Step Up Inspections of Imported Products
Generic Versions of Levofloxacin Approved
Health Highlights: June 20, 2011
Health Tip: Create an Asthma Action Plan for School
IUDs Officially Recommended for Healthy Women, Teens
Many Using Free Preventive Screenings Tied to Health Care Reform
Men's Waistlines Could Be Key to Health
Millions Don't Get Meds for Serious Artery Disease: Study
Most Medicare Patients With Cancer Get Good Surgical Care: Study
One in 12 U.S. Children May Have Food Allergies: Report
Portable Pools Pose Drowning Risk for Young Kids
Results of Bodychecking in Youth Hockey Examined
Single Reading Can't Gauge Blood Pressure Control: Study
Study Finds Botox Alternative Better at Smoothing 'Crow's Feet'
Support Is Key to 'Coming Out' Process for Gay People: Study
Dads Can Light Their Grills Without Fear
Experimental Vaccine Seems to Cure Prostate Cancer in Mice
Freedom More Important to Happiness Than Wealth, Study Finds
Adults Reminded to Keep Kids Away From Lawn Mowers
Are Men Who Flaunt Flashy Cars Not the 'Marrying Kind'?
Dad's Good Parenting May Help Daughters Avoid Risky Sex
Dads' Parenting Style Affects Influence as Kids Age: Survey
Deaths Exceed Births in 24% of U.S. Communities: Report
Docs Overprescribing Antibiotics for Home-Care Patients: Study
Energy Drink-Vodka Combo Nearly Kills Teen
Gene Study Sheds Light on Often Fatal Heart Condition
'Glowing Hands' Gel Shows Kids Where Dirt, Germs Linger
Health Highlights: June 17, 2011
Health Tip: Make Sure Your Child's Shoes Fit
Health Tip: Prevent Heat-Related Illness
Kids With Minor Head Injury May Not Need Hospitalization
Language Delays Seen in Kids in Institutions Beyond Age 2
Nearly 900,000 Fewer Cancer Deaths Since 1990: Report
Reading With Mom Can Boost Kindergarten Readiness
Rise in Drug-Related Suicide Attempts by Young Men Alarms Experts
Scientists Turn Memory On, Off in Rats With Flip of Switch
Singer Crystal Bowersox Comes to Terms With Diabetes
Truth About Ice Cream, Snow Cones May Be Hard to Swallow
Adding Folate to Tortilla Flour Might Cut Birth Defects Among Hispanics
Cancer Risk With Barrett's Esophagus May Be Lower Than Thought
Diabetes Drug Actos May Raise Risk for Bladder Cancer: FDA
Docs Most Often Spot Melanomas in Older Patients
Fast-Food Outlets Near Schools May Not Be Making Teens Fat
Health Highlights: June 16, 2011
Health Tip: Factors That Contribute to Skin Cancer
Health Tip: Prevent Swimmer's Ear
High School Kids Get Too Many Sugary Drinks, Too Little Exercise: CDC
HPV Vaccine May Cut Rate of Cervical Cancer 'Precursors'
HRT May Reduce Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease
Income Disparities May Be Making Americans Unhappy
Lung Health of Police Responders From 9/11 Called 'Encouraging'
Mouse Study Uncovers the Roots of Gray Hair
New Memory Theory Focuses on Brain-Wave Levels
New U.S. Health Initiative Highlights Disease Prevention
Night Owls' Poor Sleep Habits Can Hurt Grades
Nulojix Approved to Help Thwart Kidney Rejection
Scientists Pinpoint Parts of Brain That Help People Recognize Themselves
Smoking-Cessation Drug Chantix Linked to Heart Problems
Weight-Loss Surgery Helps Less Obese Patients: Study
Better Students Excel for Mom and Dad
Can Weight-Loss Surgery Reverse Common Cause of Infertility?
Cancer Survivors Face High Health Costs Over Long Term: Report
Coffee May Protect Against Aggressive Breast Cancer
For Many, Weight-Loss Surgery Also Eases Migraines
Gene Sequencing Helps Twins With Rare Disorder
Health Highlights: June 15, 2011
Health Tip: Manage Your Migraines
Health Tip: Protect Newborns From the Sun
Impotence Linked to Restless Legs Syndrome
Many Fathers Struggle to Balance Work, Family: Survey
Misuse of Emergency Rooms Takes Its Toll on Docs
More Americans Than Ever Have Asthma
More Olive Oil in Diet Could Cut Stroke Risk: Study
Podcast: Better Students Excel for Mom and Dad
Podcast: Coffee May Protect Against Aggressive Breast Cancer
Podcast: More Americans Than Ever Have Asthma
Podcast: Refinements to PSA Testing May Save Lives
Podcast: Study Confirms Longer Time OK Between Pap Tests
Podcast: To Lower Blood Sugar, Concrete Plan Is Better Than Advice
Podcast: Young Adults Don’t Think About Heart Health
Proper Bowel Prep Key to Effective Colon Cancer Screening: Study
Refinements to PSA Testing May Save Lives
Rushed Discharge After Weight-Loss Surgery May Raise Risks
Specialists Often Turn Away Kids With Public Insurance: Report
Study Confirms Longer Time OK Between Pap Tests
Study Finds Two-Seat 'Hot Zone' for Flu Spread on Planes
To Lower Blood Sugar, Concrete Plan Is Better Than Advice
U.S. Found to Be Losing Ground in Life Expectancy
Weekend Not Long Enough to Recover From Workweek Sleep Loss
Weight-Loss Surgery Can Be Effective Despite Depression
Young Adults Don’t Think About Heart Health
College Students Who Sleep in Drink More, Study Less
COPD Drug Via Mist Inhaler Could Raise Death Risk: Study
Could Sleeping on Left Side Help Prevent Stillbirth?
FDA Approves Test That Spots Aggressive Breast Cancer
FDA Issues New Rules on Sunscreens
First Ceramic-on-Metal Hip Replacement Approved
Good Sleep Could Boost Undergrads' Learning Capacity
Good Sleep Raises Quality of Life, Lowers Depression
Health Highlights: June 14, 2011
Health Tip: Signs You're Getting Too Much Iron
Health Tip: What to Eat When Going Gluten-Free?
Hormone Linked to Death Risk in Those With Early Kidney Disease
Hypnosis Plus Local Anesthesia Might Work Well for Some Surgeries
Life Often Shorter for the Homeless: Study
New Test Helps Evaluate Breast Cancer Patients for Herceptin Use
Sleep-Deprived Teens May Crave Carbohydrates
Sleeptime Head-Cooling Cap Eases Insomnia, Study Finds
Study Finds Equal Number of Errors in Hospitals, Doctors' Offices
Too Little Sleep in Preschool Years May Predict ADHD
Too Much TV Raises Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease and Death
Young Girls May Lose Sleep Over Pressure to Be Thin
Breast-feeding May Shield Against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Child Care Can Help Kids With Depressed Moms
Could a Diet Help Prevent Alzheimer's?
Diabetics May Be at Greater Risk for Second Stroke
Early Exposure to Pets Won't Up Kids' Allergy Risk: Study
Few Anesthesiologists Monitor Key Heart Signal
Health Highlights: June 13, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Health Tip: What May Cause Facial Pain
Hey, Batter: Your Sleep Habit May Affect Your Swing
Medical Groups Update Heart, Blood Pressure Care Guidelines
Poll Finds Little Support for GOP Plan to Privatize Medicare
Potiga Approved for Adult Epileptic Seizures
Sleep-Deprived People May Crave High-Calorie Foods
Spending on Glaucoma Meds Rising in U.S., Study Finds
Training via Video Game Shown to Boost Kids' Brain Power
When Wives Can't Sleep, Marriage May Suffer
Heart Attack Victims Face Greater Risk of Dying When Ambulances Are Diverted
Scientists Identify Genes Linked to Migraines
Weight-Loss Surgery May Not Lower Death Risk: Study
Insect Stings Hold Deadly Risk for Some
Validity of Baseline Concussion Tests Questioned
Brain Scan Spots Differences in Tots With ADHD Symptoms
Chemical Found in Foam Cups a Possible Carcinogen
City Pavement Affects Weather, Boosting Smog: Study
Distracted Driving May Be Rising Despite State Laws
Emotional Abuse in Childhood May Disrupt Sleep Decades Later
ER Docs Frustrated, Burned Out by Repeat Patients: Survey
Health Highlights: June 10, 2011
Health Tip: Anxiety Disorders Can Cause Physical Problems
Health Tip: Buy Healthy Foods on a Budget
Heavy Cell Phone Use Might Raise Risk of Brain Tumors
Men Urged to Lead by Example and See a Doctor Regularly
New Device Performs Body Scans Simultaneously
Psychotherapists With Tidy Offices Seen as More Competent
Self-Confidence, Empathy May Make for Better Sex
Some Brains Easily Distracted by Rewarding Stimuli
Study May Dispel Worries About High Levels of Folic Acid
Women May Be Getting Unneeded Heart Imaging Tests
Apples Help Keep Muscles Strong, Mouse Study Finds
Bathroom Injuries a Little-Known Problem
Chemo for Late-Stage Cancer Patients May Be Unjustified
Drugs for Enlarged Prostate May Raise Risk of Aggressive Cancer
Experts Say Hormone Replacement Generally Safe in Short-Term
Health Highlights: June 9, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Runner's Knee
Health Tip: Teach Your Child Healthy Eating Habits
Most U.S. Kids Get Recommended Vaccines: CDC
Mothers Play Important Role in Recovery From Mental Illness
Mouse Study Reveals How Smoking Helps Keep People Thin
Preschool's Benefits Linger Into Adulthood, Study Finds
Record Temperatures Posing Health Risks in U.S.
Tainted Soil May Put Kids at Risk for Vision Loss
Treatment for Abuse of Anti-Anxiety Drugs Tripled Over 10 Years
Vytorin Lowers Heart Disease Risk in Large Study of Kidney Patients
Walking the Dog Benefits You, Too
Young Adults Sometimes See Debt as a Positive
Arsenic-Containing Poultry Drug Suspended From Market
Bankruptcy Risk Nearly Doubles in Year After Cancer Diagnosis
Brain Scans to Spot Alzheimer's May Be Available This Year
Dieters More Likely to Trust Food Packaging
Exercise May Protect the Brain From 'Silent Strokes'
FDA Places New Warning Label on Zocor
Girls May Be More Resistant to Autism Than Boys: Study
Greater Media Use Found Among Minority Kids
Health Highlights: June 8, 2011
Health Tip: Ward Off Bad Breath
Impaired Heart Function Seen in Teens With Type 2 Diabetes
It's Safe to Get IUD Right After Abortion, Miscarriage: Study
Lifestyle You Lead Today May Affect Generations to Come
Migraine Plus PTSD 4 Times More Likely in Men: Study
New Guidelines Put Focus on Vitamin D Deficiency
Regular Exercise May Benefit the Brain as Well as the Body
When Plenty Is Too Much
Age Alone May Not Cause Testosterone to Fall
Cancer Patients Struggle as Drug Costs Soar: Study
Childhood Cancer Survivors at Greater Risk for Tumors as Adults
Chronic Pot Smoking Affects Brain Chemistry, Scans Show
Depressed People Find It Hard to Stop Reliving Bad Times
For Gay Men, Serious Relationships Still Harbor Risks for HIV
Health Highlights: June 7, 2011
Health Tip: My Infant Has a Cold
Health Tip: Pregnancy Requires More Iron
In U.S., Salmonella Is on the Rise While E. Coli Retreats
Is Social Networking Changing the Face of Medicine?
Joint Replacement Risks Rise at Less Experienced Hospitals
Right Side of Heart Linked to Lung Diseases, Study Finds
Sleep Might Help You Solve Problems Better
Study Ranks Mental Health as Young People's Top Health Problem
Too Much Weight Gain in Pregnancy Linked to Chubby Babies
Women Exposed to Combat Trauma as Resilient as Men: Study
Boys Who Bully May Grow Up to Be Abusive Men
Cognitive Therapy Helps Depressed Drug Abusers
Eating Dirt Has Long, Maybe Healthy, History
Exercise Helps Men Battling Diabetes and Sleep Apnea
Forgetfulness About Paperwork, Medicines Might Herald Cognitive Decline
Health Highlights: June 6, 2011
Health Tip: Factors That May Contribute to Prostate Cancer
Health Tip: Have You Sprained Your Wrist?
Heart-Healthy DASH Diet May Help Teen Girls Stay Slim
Jury Still Out on Radiation for Early Prostate Cancer
More Risky Behaviors Among Gay, Bisexual High School Students: CDC
Parkinson's Disease May Boost Melanoma Risk: Study
Reading Arabic or English May Tax Brain Differently
Too Much Work, Food, Media May Be Hurting Health
Weight Loss May Help Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Brown Fat Cells May One Day Help Combat Obesity
Epilepsy Drugs' Risk of Birth Defects May Be Dose-Dependent
Flaxseed Fails as Treatment for Hot Flashes
Taking Chemo Drug Continuously Delayed Lung Cancer's Return
Two Drugs Shown to Prolong Survival in Advanced Melanoma Cases
Weight-Loss Surgery May Lower Risk of Alzheimer's in Diabetics
After Colon Cancer Surgery, Early Chemo May Pay Off
Aromasin Reduced Breast Cancer Risk in Postmenopausal Women
Cancer Drug Avastin Makes Inroads Against Ovarian Tumors
Could a Woman's Wrinkles Predict Risk of Fractures?
Excess Pounds May Lower Odds of Surviving Breast Cancer
Study Finds Ovarian Screening Tests Don't Improve Survival
Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Rise in Fracture Risk
30 Years Into the Epidemic, a Generation With HIV Comes of Age
Bone Drug Reduces Odds for Breast Cancer's Return: Study
Concussions Tied to Verbal Memory Loss in Young Athletes
Drifting Pesticides May Endanger People in Nearby Workplaces
Fit Doctors More Likely to Prescribe Exercise: Study
Having More Toys May Boost Exercise Levels in Kids
Health Highlights: June 3, 2011
Health Tip: What's Polluting My Indoor Air?
Hula-Hoop Might Help Shed Unwanted Pounds
Kids Who Bully Often Get Poor Sleep
Meditation May Help Women Cope With Hot Flashes
Mental Illness Linked to Greater Risk of Death After Heart Attack
New MRSA Strain Found in Cows' Milk in U.K., Denmark
Officials: U.S. Not Affected by European E. Coli Outbreak
U.S. Cancer Patients Face Barriers to Care, Study Finds
Deadly E. Coli Strain in Europe Should Serve as Warning, Experts Say
Divorce Can Hurt Kids' Math Scores, Friendships
Emergency Care May Be Key to Hospital Readmissions
Health Highlights: June 2, 2011
Health Tip: Is It Time to Stop Driving?
Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets May Not Pose Risk to Arteries
Male Heart Disease May Be Linked to Mom's Lifetime Nutrition
More Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drug But Barriers Remain
More Than 1 Million Americans Now Living With HIV: CDC
Noisy ORs Linked to Raised Risk of Surgical Site Infection
Obesity Greater Risk for Fatty Liver Than Alcohol, Study Finds
Popular Blood Pressure Meds Not Linked to Cancer, FDA Says
Saliva Test Spots Virus That Can Cause Hearing Loss in Newborns
U.S. Serves Up New Nutrition Guidelines on 'MyPlate'
Used Football Faceshields May Break on Impact
Can Removing Tonsils, Appendix Boost Early Heart Attack Risk?
Children With ADHD More Prone to Substance Abuse: Study
Cigarette Packaging Turns to Color, Subtle Wording to Sell
Earpieces Can Minimize Possible Risks From Cellphones, Experts Say
ERs Frequented by Kids With Behavioral Problems: Report
Even Ancient Men Seemed to Like Their Man Caves
Experts Recommend Cardiac Screening for College Athletes
Fear of Dying During Heart Attack May Make Matters Worse
Health Highlights: June 1, 2011
Health Tip: Floss for Healthier Teeth and Gums
Health Tip: Protect Your Feet From Corns
High-Risk Surgeries Getting Safer: Study
Hi-Tech Scan Detects Soldiers' Head Injuries
Hospital Visitors' Cellphones May Carry 'Worrisome' Germs
How Brain Sees the 'Big Picture' May Affect Self-Image
Long Commutes Tough on Couples' Relationships
Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promise in Trial
Plastic Surgery Risks May Depend on More Than Age
Widely Used Heart Drugs Linked to Better Breast Cancer Outcomes
Cell Phones May Cause Brain Cancer, WHO Experts Say
Corticosteroids May Speed Pneumonia Recovery in Some
Dificid Approved to Treat C. diff Diarrhea
Flu Shot May Lower Odds for Preemie Delivery
Health Highlights: May 31, 2011
Health Tip: Overdoing Dieting or Exercise
Health Tip: Recognize Signs of Asperger Syndrome
Help Your Children Eat Well During Summer Vacation
In Diabetics, Good Scores on Bone Tests May Not Rule Out Risk
Parents Should Screen Kids' Summer Web Surfing: Expert
Psychotherapy Linked to Healthier Stress Hormone Levels
Solesta Gel Approved for Fecal Incontinence
Studies Refute Virus' Link to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Study Suggests Special MRI Might Help Diagnose Autism
Tie Between 'Biomarkers,' Disease Often Overstated, Scientists Say
Transplant Surgery No Riskier at Night: Study
U.S. Makes It Easier to Get Insurance With Pre-Existing Conditions
Violent Video Games Linked to Increased Aggression
Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Trigger Complications
Longer Maternity Leave Ups Breast-Feeding Rates
Native American Children Have More Tooth Decay
Pediatricians Group Raps Energy and Sports Drinks for Kids
Stress Doesn't Boost Risk for Multiple Sclerosis
Fatal Black Bear Attacks Rare But Rising
Take Steps to Prevent Pulmonary Embolisms
Don't Let Food Poisoning Spoil Your Picnic
What I Did On My Summer Vacation
Body Size May Influence How People View the World
Cigarette Packaging Still Too Alluring, Studies Find
Complexities of Autism Extend to Its Treatment
Early Intervention Holds Hope for Those Who Stutter
Gestational Diabetes Predictable Before Pregnancy, Experts Say
Have a Safe Barbeque This Memorial Day
Health Highlights: May 27, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Motion Sickness
Health Tip: Stay Healthy at College
It's Not Just Fat: Hip Bones Widen With Age, Too
Living With a Child With Autism
More Sleep May Cut Kids' Risk of Obesity
On-the-Job Activity Boosts Americans' Exercise Levels
Rheumatoid Arthritis May Double Risk of COPD
Scientists Discover 'Ultra-Bad' Cholesterol
Violence Doesn't Make TV Shows More Enjoyable for Kids
Weight Loss in Heavy, Obese Women Boosts Vitamin D Levels
Babies May Perform 'Pure Reasoning,' Study Suggests
Blind People May Be Able to Use Echoes to Identify Objects
Caffeine May Interfere With Fertility in Women
Experts Say Stroke Care Differs for U.S. Minorities
Health Highlights: May 26, 2011
Health Tip: Prevent Back Pain in the Car
Health Tip: Suggestions to Prevent Heat Rash
Lists of Prescription Meds' Side Effects Keep Growing: Study
New Drug Extends Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer
Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help Heart Patients With Stents
Scientists Appear One Step Closer to Reading Minds
Sedentary Jobs Helping to Drive Obesity Epidemic
Special Tinted Glasses May Stymie Migraines
Speed, Size Predict Teen Football Players' Rankings
Tracking Swine Flu Virus in Pigs Reveals Mutations
Trial Stopped After Niacin Brings No Benefit to Heart Patients
U.S. Southeast 'Stroke Belt' Also Shows Higher Rates of Cognitive Decline
Being 'Born-Again' Linked to More Brain Atrophy: Study
Capacity for Commitment May Start in Early Childhood
CDC Report Shows Bacterial Meningitis Cases on the Decline
Childhood Cancer Therapies Tied to Gastrointestinal Issues
Combo of Paxil, Pravachol May Raise Blood Sugar
Could 'Extreme' Low-Cal Diets Bring Longer, Healthier Life?
Daily Four-Drug Combo Pill Halves Heart Disease Risk: Study
'Fat Transfer' Gets Early Safety OK in Breast Reconstruction
Health Highlights: May 25, 2011
Health Tip: Prepare for Your Check-Up
Health Tip: Recognize the Signs of Food Allergy
Illegal Drugs Easy to Buy on the Internet, U.K. Study Finds
Scientists Find Molecular Similarities in Brains of Those With Autism
Skin Cancer Foes Declare May 27 'Don't Fry Day'
Stroke Patients May Regain Function Just as Easily at Home
Study Finds Almost 1 in 5 Young Adults Has High Blood Pressure
Study Finds Aspirin Still Best at Preventing 2nd Stroke
Swimmer’s Ear Common – and Preventable
Airborne Germs May Spur Rain, Snow, Hail
Closing Schools Seems to Prevent Flu's Spread
Cooked Right, Fish Can Help a Woman's Heart
Drug Marketing Often Targets Med Students: Analysis
Health Highlights: May 24, 2011
Health Tip: Symptoms That May Indicate Fibromyalgia
Health Tip: The Dangers of Having High Cholesterol
How to Guard Against Dog Bites
Irregular Heartbeat Linked to Raised Death Risk in Women
More Primary Care Docs in a Community Equals Healthier Seniors
MS in Blacks Linked to Low Vitamin D
Regular Brisk Walks May Protect Prostate Cancer Patients
Simply Eating Less Fat May Cut Diabetes Risk
Study Ties Blood Markers to Death Risk in Heart Failure
Too Many Kids Getting Antibiotics for Asthma
Twin Cities Take Top Ranking for Healthy Living
Underwater, Humans Hear Through Their Bones
With Calcium, More May Not Be Better

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