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Too Few Kids Use Fast-Food Calorie Info, Study Finds      Thu, 23 May 2013 11:19:59 EST
Girls and obese children are likelier to take advantage of this knowledge

Your Pooch Could Raise Your Home's Bacteria Count      Wed, 22 May 2013 20:27:30 EST
Study found more germs and a wider variety of bacterial types in houses with dogs

Having Both Migraines, Depression May Mean Smaller Brain      Wed, 22 May 2013 17:54:27 EST
But it's unclear what the finding might mean for patients

Migraine, Chronic Back Pain Tied to Higher Suicide Risk      Wed, 22 May 2013 17:43:07 EST
Hopelessness, disability may play a role in feelings of despair, study finds

CT Scans Reduce Lung Cancer Deaths, Study Confirms      Wed, 22 May 2013 17:34:57 EST
But questions remain about widespread screening

Fish Oil Pills Might Cut Diabetes Risk, Researchers Say      Wed, 22 May 2013 16:12:38 EST
Higher blood levels of a beneficial hormone seen in those who took the omega-3 supplements

COPD May Be Over-Diagnosed Among Uninsured      Wed, 22 May 2013 10:29:20 EST
Patients thought to have lung condition were re-evaluated in small study

Antidepressants May Be Helpful for Some Heart Patients: Study      Tue, 21 May 2013 18:41:48 EST
Emotional stress can harm cardiovascular health, experts say, so boosting mental resilience may be key

Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds      Tue, 21 May 2013 17:27:07 EST
Better slumber improved daytime energy and behavior, but not memory, learning, researchers say

Study Supports Using Low-Dose CT Scans to Spot Early Lung Cancer      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:44:32 EST
But expert notes questions about frequency remain

COPD Patients May Do Fine With Shorter Course of Steroids      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:25:25 EST
Coming off meds sooner means fewer harmful side effects, study author says

Americans Still Making Unhealthy Choices: CDC      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:18:43 EST
High rates of obesity, heavy drinking, smoking and inactivity reported, but most people getting enough sleep

Depression May Raise Low Blood Sugar Risk in Diabetics      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:15:20 EST
Experts say biological changes or a lack of interest in self-care might be to blame

Pain a Common Problem for People With COPD      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:24 EST
Narcotic pain relievers frequently used by patients with chronic lung condition, study finds

Are These "Healthy" Foods?      Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:18 EST
Here are seven foods that seem to be healthy but aren't great -- and some better choices.

This Is Your Kid’s Brain Without Sleep      Tue, 21 May 2013 15:59:10 EST
Crankiness is just the tip of the iceberg. Getting enough sleep is as important for health as eating right and getting exercise.

Busy Parents' Plan for Losing Weight      Tue, 21 May 2013 15:57:27 EST
Losing weight when you're a parent can be a challenge. But it doesn't have to be overwhelming. With a little planning and these tips, you may find it easier than you think.

Kids and Exercise: How Much Is OK?      Tue, 21 May 2013 15:57:05 EST
Exercise is great. How do you know how much is safe for your child?

Genes May Boost Woman's Risk of Postpartum Depression      Tue, 21 May 2013 11:16:20 EST
Test found specific changes to two genes predicted problem with 85 percent accuracy

Losing Weight May Ease Chronic Heartburn      Tue, 21 May 2013 11:04:29 EST
Study found shedding pounds reduced GERD symptoms among overweight, obese patients

Weekend 'Catch-Up' Sleep May Cut Young Drivers' Crash Risk      Tue, 21 May 2013 10:58:31 EST
Study found 21 percent higher chance of accident among those who slept less than 6 hours a night

Sugar Injections for Knee Arthritis May Ease Pain: Study      Tue, 21 May 2013 10:40:58 EST
But at least one expert questions benefits of the alternative treatment

Revised Sunscreen Labels Should Help Consumers Make Wiser Choices      Mon, 20 May 2013 17:07:11 EST
New survey finds 1 in 7 products still claim an 'SPF' rating of 50 or higher

Many Can Blame Family for Their Bunions      Mon, 20 May 2013 11:51:44 EST
These and other foot disorders are 'highly inheritable,' study finds

Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective      Mon, 20 May 2013 11:43:39 EST
But it was phased out because of side effects; newer version works, study notes

Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds      Mon, 20 May 2013 11:38:54 EST
Improvements reported in muscle strength, fatigue and quality of life

ADHD in Childhood May Raise Risk for Obesity in Adulthood      Mon, 20 May 2013 11:36:08 EST
Study found boys with the disorder were twice as likely to have a higher body-mass index when they were men

Latest Edition of Psychiatry's 'Bible' Launched Amid Controversy      Fri, 17 May 2013 17:28:49 EST
Authors say it defines disorders more concisely; critics say it will lead to over-diagnosis and unnecessary treatments

HIV No Barrier to Getting Liver Transplant, Study Finds      Fri, 17 May 2013 13:51:02 EST
Procedure recommended to treat aggressive liver cancer

Understanding Calcium: Supplements, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Citrate, and More      Fri, 17 May 2013 12:07:47 EST
Experts share their advice about what to consider when choosing a calcium supplement.

Cellphone Use May Reveal Your 'Dominant Brain'      Fri, 17 May 2013 11:07:21 EST
People with left-brain dominance tend to listen with right ear, and vice-versa, study finds

2 Health Care Workers Made Ill by SARS-Like Virus      Fri, 17 May 2013 10:26:39 EST
Two Health Care Workers Made Ill by SARS-Like Virus

Depression May Boost Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women, Too      Thu, 16 May 2013 17:25:11 EST
Although risk is still low, Australian study found it nearly doubled for depressed women in their 40s and 50s

1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC      Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:07 EST
ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17

Many Public Pools Contaminated With Human Waste: CDC      Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:06 EST
Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections

Eyelash Extension Adhesives May Cause Bad Reactions      Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:04 EST
Infections and allergies from cosmetic procedure can damage eyes or cause swelling, loss of eyelashes

High-Frequency Noise Boosts Math Skills in Study      Thu, 16 May 2013 16:00:01 EST
But the treatment isn't ready for prime time yet, expert says

Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis      Thu, 16 May 2013 15:05:50 EST
Blocks process that contributes to abnormal inflammation

Public Funding Spurs Couples to Seek Fertility Treatment      Thu, 16 May 2013 10:29:29 EST
After Quebec mandated IVF coverage, study found change in patient demographics

New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer      Thu, 16 May 2013 10:18:19 EST
Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

Scientists Use Cloning Technique to Produce Human Stem Cells      Wed, 15 May 2013 18:02:56 EST
Breakthrough bypasses need to use cells from fertilized embryos

Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's      Wed, 15 May 2013 17:57:06 EST
A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

Sugary Sodas, Fruit Punches May Raise Kidney Stone Risk: Study      Wed, 15 May 2013 17:49:14 EST
It's important to stay hydrated, but water may be your best choice, experts say

FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving      Wed, 15 May 2013 16:38:02 EST
Blood levels from nighttime dose of sleep aid can remain too high the next morning, agency says

People With High Blood Pressure May Crave Salt      Wed, 15 May 2013 16:24:50 EST
It's important to resist these cravings, study author says

Cellphone Calls During Blood Pressure Readings May Skew Results      Wed, 15 May 2013 16:20:28 EST
Interruption can cause spike in systolic pressure, study found

FDA Approves New Drug to Fight Advanced Prostate Cancer      Wed, 15 May 2013 16:03:34 EST
Xofigo was fast-tracked for approval and is meant for tumors that have spread to the bones

Yoga May Help Ease High Blood Pressure, Study Finds      Wed, 15 May 2013 15:57:00 EST
Numbers were lowered when people engaged in a few sessions per week

Erectile Dysfunction Tied to Long-Term Narcotic Use in Men      Wed, 15 May 2013 10:36:07 EST
In study, more men on impotence meds were taking opioids for chronic back pain

Gene Variations May Explain Weight Gain Among Men, Women      Wed, 15 May 2013 10:25:03 EST
People with specific 'polymorphisms' were more likely to put on pounds in 10-year study