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February 2008

February 1

FDA Warns Epilepsy Drugs May Raise Suicide Risk Health Tip: Exercise Routines for Arthritis Patients Unintended Errors Leave Many Newborns Vulnerable Health Tip: Soothing Engorged Breasts Experimental Vaccine Halts Prostate Cancer in Mice Health Highlights: Feb. 1, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb.1, 2008 Social Networking Sites Safer Than IM or Chat Rooms Key Risk Factors for Suicide Consistent Across Globe A Daytime Nap Can Boost Memory 9/11 Attacks Changed Way Americans Dream FDA Approves New Drug-Eluting Stent Ear Wax Softener Can Affect Hearing, Study Reports IPods Don't Interfere With Heart Pacemakers Sorafenib Slows Growth of Some Leukemias Pregnant Women With Asthma Should Stay on Low Dose of Meds Quit-Smoking Drug May Raise Suicide Risk

February 2

Stars Don Red to Raise Awareness of Women's Heart Risk U.S. Unlikely to Meet Target for TB Elimination Health Highlights: Feb. 2, 2008

February 3

Toll-Free Hotline to Help Seniors Avoid Falls Dogs Could Be a Diabetic's Best Friend Health Highlights: Feb. 3, 2008

February 4

Health Tip: When Baby is Crying Parental Drinking Boosts Teen Alcohol Risks Sugar Water Eases Pain of Infant Vaccinations Many Babies Exposed to Chemicals Health Tip: Healthy Nails, Healthy Body Health Highlights: Feb. 4, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 4, 2008 Very Premature Babies Don't Get Follow-Up Care Eye Blinks May ID Fetal Alcohol Exposure Black Men Most at Risk for Kidney Disease Complications New Guideline Urges Screening for Fall Risk Toy Magnets Can be a Very Real Threat Drug-Coated Stents Better Than Bare-Metal Ones in Complex Cases 1 in 3 Hit Songs Mentions Substance Abuse, Smoking

February 5

Another Study Finds No Link Between MMR Vaccine and Autism Bush's Budget Proposal Would Cut Medicare Spending Cultural Beliefs May Keep Blacks From Hospice Care 9/11 Exposure Linked to Behavior Trouble in Kids Health Tip: Before Giving Yoga a Try Health Tip: Cleaning Safety for Pregnant Women Health Highlights: Feb. 5, 2008 Asmanex Approved for Asthmatic Children Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 5, 2008 Born to Be Obese? Smokers Sleep Less Soundly GPS Devices Measure Severity of Peripheral Artery Disease First 90 Days After Stopping Plavix Most Dangerous Older Women More Likely to Suffer Depression Brain Injury May Not Erase Long-Term Memory

February 6

Less Invasive Way to Stage Lung Cancer Shows Promise Health Tip: Don't Use a Hot Tub During Pregnancy Drug Helps Prevent Breast-Feeding Moms From Passing on HIV Health Tip: Am I Getting Too Old to Drive? Health Highlights: Feb. 6, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 6, 2008 Transparent Fish Gives New Window on Disease Generic Versions of Fosamax Approved Alzheimer's Plaques Can Form in One Day Deaths Halt Part of Large Diabetes Trial Marijuana Bad for the Gums Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe Blood Pressure Drugs Might Prevent Parkinson's Sucking Out Clot Debris Helps Heart Attack Patients New Genetic Technology IDs Virus That Killed Transplant Recipients Test Detects Sensitivity to HIV Drug Multiple Sclerosis Drug May Be Linked to Melanoma Aggressive Diabetes Therapy Lowers Death Risk, Study Finds

February 7

Tattooing Best Way to Deliver DNA Vaccines Health Tip: Pain Isn't a Normal Part of Aging Birth Problems Linked to Teenage Fathers Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 7, 2008 Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2008 Natural Secretion Marks Difference Between Ordinary Mole and Melanoma Low-Carb Diets Better Than Low-Fat Diets at Preventing Diabetes Gene Plays 'Jekyll-and-Hyde' Role in Deadly Brain Cancer Harnessing Human Energy for Medical Good 'Decellularized' Heart Valve Approved Domestic Violence Harms Long-Term Health of Victims Pathology Reports Good for Breast Cancer Studies Report Shows Dangerous Chemical Can Leach From Baby Bottles Gene Linked to Inflammatory Arthritis Also Raises Heart Risks Acupuncture May Aid In Vitro Fertilization

February 8

Health Tip: Giving Pain Medication to Your Child Health Tip: Understanding Laryngitis Depression in Young Doctors Tied to Medication Errors For Males, Video Game Rewards Are All in the Mind Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 8, 2008 Mutual Resentment in Marriage Can Be Deadly Staying Dry at Beach May Spare Your Stomach Heart Attack Seldom Leads to Healthier Diet Chronic Pain Harms Brain's Wiring Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2008 Health Tip: Protect Your Child From Flu PET Scans Best for Measuring Response to Sarcoma Treatment FDA Warns of Children's Deaths Linked to Botox Quitting Marijuana Just as Hard as Quitting Cigarettes Drug Combo Tied to Kidney Risk With Some Cardiac Surgeries Blacks More Likely to Die of Severe Sepsis

February 9

Americans Abandoning National Parks Campaign Targets Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Kids Health Highlights: Feb. 9, 2008

February 10

Baseline Exam Is Key to Eye Health Spouse's Sickness Bodes Ill for Partner's Health Health Highlights: Feb. 10, 2008

February 11

Most Breast Cancer Web Pages Contain Reliable Information Health Tip: Baby Teeth Need Attention More Gene Variations Found That Raise Prostate Cancer Risk Health Tip: Reduce Stress at Work Health Highlights: Feb. 11, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 11, 2008 Gene Variations Help Regulate Response to Stress Sugar Substitutes May Contribute to Weight Gain Depression Rarely Discussed With RA Patients Disability Stronger Predictor of Longevity Than Disease Is Epilepsy Drug Doesn't Prevent Migraines Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Recommended Diet High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women Manufacturer Halts Production of Blood Thinner Heparin Scientists Reprogram Human Skin Cells Into Embryonic Stem Cells 'Fluorescent' Retinal Cells Warn of Eye Disease

February 12

Health Tip: Allergy Shots Aren't for Everyone Health Tip: Pack a Healthier Lunch Learning Disabilities May Presage Later Language Problems Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk Health Highlights: Feb. 12, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 12, 2008 Corneal Transplants Can Carry Infection Risk Vaccine Could Cut Bouts With Stomach Flu Ovary Removal Protects Some High-Risk Women Muscle Fatigue Drug May Fight Heart Failure Back Pain Spending Up, Relief Down HPV-Positive Head and Neck Cancers Fare Better Respiratory Distress Treatment Studies Conflict Precancerous Breast Lesions Cause Unnecessary Worry Lack of Brain Protein May Explain 'Rain Man' Abilities

February 13

Airplane Noise Boosts Blood Pressure Even During Sleep Health Tip: Let Shin Splints Heal Kidney Cancer Drug Linked to Higher Rate of Heart Problems Fixing Poor Vision Boosts Preschoolers' Test Scores Health Tip: If Your Child Goes to the Hospital Health Highlights: Feb. 13, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 13, 2008 Many Prostate Cancers Will Not Need Treatment PTSD a Risk Factor for Long-Term Disease Marijuana Use Among MS Patients Raises Risk for Cognitive, Mood Problems Drops of Fatty Acid Curb Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome Drug-Coated Balloons Keep Leg Arteries Open: Study

February 14

Tango Classes Put Parkinson's Patients a Step Ahead Health Tip: Painful Urination Health Tip: Causes for Jaundice Acute Coronary Events Drop After Italy's Public Smoking Ban When It Comes to a Mate, Beauty Can't Be Beat Health Highlights: Feb. 14, 2008 Overabundance of Immune Cells Might Trigger Lupus DDT Compound Speeds Breast Cancer Growth Scientists Show Stem Cells Don't Cause Cancer Single Mutation in Mitochondrial DNA Weakens Heart, Muscles 'Choking Game' Turned Deadly for 82 Youths Cancer Drug Works Against MS in Early Trial Drug Cuts Muscle Damage After Heart Attack U.S. Seeks to Limit Animal Testing of Toxic Chemicals Transplanted Liver Lining Cells May Cure Hemophilia Older Smokers More Likely to Deny Habit

February 15

Health Tip: Caring for a Newborn's Umbilical Cord Obesity Raises Cancer Risk Health Tip: Signs of an Unhealthy Menstrual Cycle Viral Therapy Slows Pediatric Tumors in Mice Health Highlights: Feb. 15, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 15, 2008 Blacks Awaiting Lung Transplants Face Poorer Outcomes Unlike Fine Wine, Crabby People Don't Age Well HEPA Filters May Improve Cardiovascular Health Ignition Locks Prevent Repeat DWI Offenses Daily Stress May Raise Women's Risk of Cervical Cancer Flu Widespread in U.S., but Vaccine Is Poor Match Harnessing the Mind to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS Symptoms More Acute in Women With History of Abuse

February 16

Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Health Highlights: Feb. 16, 2008

February 17

Health Highlights: Feb. 17, 2008 Don't Lose Sight of Vision Care, Group Urges Chemotherapy After Breast Cancer Surgery Effective for Older Women, Too

February 18

Health Tip: Grinding Your Teeth? Health Tip: Understanding Astigmatism Pitch Patterns Play Greater Role in Speech Perception Timely Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Insurance Status Health Highlights: Feb. 18, 2008 One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many New MS Drug Target Shows Promise Portable Computer Devices Can Aid Exercise Programs Antibiotics Do Little for Inner Ear Infections Mix-Up Behind FDA's Failure to Inspect China Blood-Thinner Plant Free Drugs After Heart Attack Would Save Money, Lengthen Lives Study Suggests Glucosamine Won't Ease Hip Arthritis E-mails Improve Patient-Surgeon Communication Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Ease Irregular Heartbeat

February 19

2 Mutations Were Critical to Spread of 1918 Flu Health Tip: Zinc in Your Diet Hypertension a Health Challenge for Women Health Tip: Timeouts for Toddlers Health Highlights: Feb. 19, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 19, 2008 Combo Treatment Best for Melanoma, Advanced Ovarian Cancer Missing Chromosome Improves Response to Brain Tumor Treatment Gecko's Stickiness Inspires New Surgical Bandage Combination of Thyroid Medicines Not Necessary No Difference Found in Treatments for Acute Kidney Failure Eyes a Window to Hearing Loss? Heart Attacks in Hospital More Deadly at Night, on Weekends Biannual Antibiotics May Cut Major Cause of Blindness in Africa

February 20

Health Tip: Prevent Antibiotic Overuse Health Tip: Is GERD Causing Sleep Problems? Stem Cells Repair Stroke Damage in Rats Cancer Death Rates Still Declining Health Highlights: Feb. 20, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 20, 2008 Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk Cognitive Impairment Declining in Older Adults DNA Findings Reveal Genetic History of Humans Mammograms Might Spot Stroke Risk In-Hospital Stroke Deaths Rise on Nights, Weekends Surgery Best for Narrowing of Spine Researchers Make Stem Cells That Secrete Insulin More Evidence of Danger From Heart Surgery Drug

February 21

Health Tip: Getting Enough Sleep During Pregnancy Fast Food Ads Fueling Obesity Among Hispanic Kids Health Tip: Treatment Options for Osteoarthritis Poverty Drains Nutrition From Family Diet Cutting Back on Salt Cuts Down on Sodas With Kids Health Highlights: Feb. 21, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 21, 2008 Taking Multiple Pain Relievers May Cause Complications Global Analysis of Human DNA Tracks Migration, Identity Awareness of Heart Attack Signs Lags in U.S. New Stroke Treatments Reduce Brain Damage, Improve Recovery Hemophilia Treatment Approved Cats Help Shield Owners From Heart Attack Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk Fish Oil Flounders, But Fiber Might Lower Stroke Risk Daytime Dozing Might Raise Stroke Risk Mouse Study Probes Workings of Memory

February 22

Health Tip: Before You Get Pregnant FDA Panel OKs 3 New Flu Strains for Next Year's Vaccine Health Tip: Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy Experts Offer Clarity on Confusion Surrounding Stents Health Tip: Don't Get Burned by Hot Water Stimulating Thymus Reactivates T-Cell Production Health Highlights: Feb. 22, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 22, 2008 Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe Stroke Risk Factors Drain Memory Humira Approved for Children's Arthritis Aquatic Exercises May Ease Fibromyalgia Aggressive Therapy for Crohn's Disease Produces Better Outcomes New Stroke Therapies Show Promise Most Internet Sex Offenders Target Teens, Not Kids Current Blood Sugar Control Test Results 'Inaccurate' Heart Disease Deaths Over-Reported in New York City Earlier Colon Cancer Screens Urged for Smokers

February 23

FDA OKs Avastin for Advanced Breast Cancer More Risk Factors, Less Access to Care Behind Higher Stroke Rates in U.S. Health Highlights: Feb. 23, 2008

February 24

Health Highlights: Feb. 24, 2008 How to Be Heart Smart at the Supermarket When Worry Consumes You

February 25

Health Tip: Counting Baby's Kicks Health Tip: Get Enough Vitamin C TV Could Be Disrupting Your Kid's Sleep Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 25, 2008 Health Highlights: Feb. 25, 2008 Viral Infections Tied to Pregnancy Complications Laser Screen Detects Diseases in Breath Blood Clots in Legs, Lungs Predispose Patients to Repeat Episodes Many Patients Fail to Take Drugs After Heart Attack Antibiotic Use in Dementia Patients Questioned HRT Can Lead to Abnormal Mammograms, Biopsies Hair Tells Tale of Where You've Been Doing Angioplasty Long After Heart Attack Still Worth It, Analysis Shows More Elderly Americans Living With Heart Failure

February 26

Health Tip: Prevent Runner's Knee Teen Aggression May Really Be a State of Mind National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients Health Tip: Watch For Frostbite Health Highlights: Feb. 26, 2008 U.S. Health Care Spending to Double by 2017, Report Predicts Web Tool Aids Men in Prostate Decisions Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 26, 2008 HIV Drug in Microbicide Gel Safe for Daily Use Anemia Drugs for Cancer Patients Increase Death Risk New Hope for Depressed Teens Adult Stem Cells Help Those With Immune Disorders, Heart Disease Study Finds Variations in Doses of Radiation Therapy Cost of Breast Cancer Can Include Paycheck

February 27

Health Tip: What's Behind My Migraine? Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes Satisfaction After Fibroid Embolization Similar to Hysterectomy Health Tip: Canker Sores Health Highlights: Feb. 27, 2008 Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 27, 2008 Some Countries May Have Slowed Bird Flu's Spread CDC Panel Urges Extending Flu Vaccine Coverage for Kids Research May Yield New Weapons Against Sepsis 'Diabulimia' Triples Risk of Death Among Women With Diabetes Vaccine Protects Monkeys from Ebola, Marburg Viruses Two Drugs Found Equal in Treatment of Septic Shock Tysabri May Cause Liver Damage, Health Officials Say Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks

February 28

Health Tip: Muscle Injury? Age-Related Macular Degeneration Doubles Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Health Tip: Depression in Children Biomarkers for Mood May Alter Psychiatric Treatments GERD Drug Approved for Younger Children Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 28, 2008 Health Highlights: Feb. 28, 2008 Scientists Find Cancer Culprits in Cigarette Smoke Spanking Raises Chances of Risky, Deviant Sexual Behavior Ginkgo Biloba Might Not Preserve Memory in Octogenarians Gene Expression Differences Affect Drug Response New Gene for Lou Gehrig's Disease Identified Newborn Screening Suggests Decline in Cystic Fibrosis Broccoli Sprout Extract Hinders Bladder Cancer Development Heart Hormones Beat Back Cancers in Mice Researchers ID Gene Behind Rare Form of Epilepsy

February 29

Baxter Recalls Rest of Heparin Products Health Tip: A Word About Warts Health Tip: Get More Whole Grains Vitamin E Supplements May Raise Lung Cancer Risk Monkey Gene That Blocks AIDS Viruses Evolved More Than Once Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 29, 2008 Arcalyst Treats Rare Inflammatory Disorders Health Highlights: Feb. 29, 2008 Double Lung Transplant Better for Younger COPD Patients Marker for Diabetes Might Miss Early Vision Complication Abilify Approved for Children With Bipolar Disorder Genetic Factors for Smoking Boost Chronic Bronchitis Risk Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Tied to Tendon Woes Chemo Break Benefits Some Men With Prostate Cancer Babies Really Can Light Up Your Life Common Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Won't Raise Blood Cancer Risk Carb Intake, Obesity Tied to Rise in Esophageal Cancers Disabled Cite Need to Improve Wireless Devices

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