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News Archive for October 2011
October 1, 2011
October 2, 2011
October 3, 2011
- Health Tip: Practice Food Safety at Parties
- Health Tip: Undergoing Cardiac Rehab
- Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines
- Could Surgery, Anesthesia While Very Young Hamper Kids' Development?
- Mild Strokes May Have Hidden Effects
- Health Highlights: Oct. 3, 2011
- Smoking May Double Risk for Stroke
- Rest Assured, Parents, Teens Really Do Get Smarter With Time
- General Anesthesia Does Not Boost Cancer Risk, Study Finds
- Early, Intensive Therapy Better for Kids With Autism, Study Finds
- Conviction Rates Similar for Suspects of Child, Adult Murder in Utah
- Facebook Pages May Offer Clues to Underage Drinking
- Preemies May Be at Higher Risk of Epilepsy Later in Life
- Mom's Healthy Diet Might Cut Birth Defect Risk
- HPV-Linked Oral Cancers on the Rise, Study Finds
- Experts Assess What Works for Weight Loss
- Older Dads Can Pass on Gene Mutations That Lower Intellect
October 4, 2011
- Health Tip: Getting a Sports Physical
- Health Tip: Get Relief From Bunion Pain
- Stress May Affect Preemies' Brains, Study Shows
- Hospital Readmission Rates on the Rise in Older Adults: Study
- Happy Kids a Product of Genes, Parenting, Study Finds
- Health Highlights: Oct. 4, 2011
- Overweight Kids at Greater Risk for High Blood Pressure
- Poorer Women More Likely to Die From Breast Cancer
- Learn While You Sleep: New Way to Multitask?
- Drunk Driving Declines in U.S.
- Alcohol, Obesity Major Causes of Sudden Heart Death
- 'LeGoo' Vessel Plug Approved for Vascular Surgery
- Advance Directives Might Curb Cost of End-of-Life Care
- Overnight Stay May Not Be Necessary for Stenting: Study
- Exercise Tips for Breast Cancer Survivors
- MRI Study Unfolds Clues to Memory
- Breast Cancer Appears Less Deadly for Men Than Women
October 5, 2011
- Health Tip: Getting the Shingles Vaccine
- Health Tip: If You Have Severe Morning Sickness
- 3 Hours of Exercise Weekly Can Cut Men's Heart Risks
- Omega-3 Supplements Don't Help, May Hurt ICU Patients
- Raw Sewage a New Frontier for Scientists
- Health Highlights: Oct. 5, 2011
- Smokers Have Heart Attacks Earlier Than Nonsmokers
- Monkeys Use Brain Power, Not Hands, to 'Move' Virtual Objects
- Scientists Engineer Mice That Have Autism
- More Americans Face Longers Trips to ER
- Nursing Homes Not Meeting Flu-Shot Goals, Study Says
- Gauging General Health as 'Poor' May Point to Dementia Risk
- Experimental MS Drug Shows Promise
- Stem Cell Therapy Might Help Kidney Transplant Patients
- Drug Combo Might Fight Aggressive Breast Cancer More Safely
- Health Woes Still Strike Women Exposed to Banned Pregnancy Drug
- MRI Safe With More Recent Defibrillators, Pacemakers: Study
- Steve Jobs, Visionary Leader of Apple Inc., Dies at 56
October 6, 2011
- Health Tip: Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel
- Health Tip: Taking Exercise to the Extreme
- TV Ads Whet Kids' Appetite for Junk Food
- More Evidence Minorities in U.S. Get Poorer Hospital Care
- Anemia Could Add to Surgical Risks
- Health Highlights: Oct. 6, 2011
- Many Medicare Patients Get Surgeries in Last Year of Life: Study
- Swimming Pool Chemicals Cause Thousands of Injuries: CDC
- Tanning Beds May Be Even Riskier Than Thought
- Oxygenating Blood of Hospitalized H1N1 Flu Patients Saved Lives: Study
- Pancreatic Cancer: A Stubborn Foe
- More Kids Treated for Concussions in ERs: CDC
- National Study Will Track Tobacco Use in U.S.
- Children of Alcoholics Drink More When Stressed
- Researchers Assess What Works Best to Prevent PTSD
- Many Years Pass Before Folks Get Help for Drugs, Alcohol
- Scientists Spot New Clues to HIV-Linked Dementia
- Report: Task Force to Recommend Against PSA Test
- FDA OKs Impotence Drug Cialis to Treat Enlarged Prostate
October 7, 2011
- Health Tip: Store Medications Safely
- Health Tip: Managing an Anxiety Disorder
- Winning May Take All Your Brain Power
- Traffic-Related Pollution Tied to Raised Risk of Preemie Birth
- Boys With Autism May Grow Faster as Babies
- Health Highlights: Oct. 7, 2011
- Cialis Approved to Treat Enlarged Prostate
- Juvisync Approved for Type 2 Diabetics With High Cholesterol
- ER Crowding May Encourage Poor Hand Hygiene
- Simple MRIs Safe for Children, Study Says
- Panel's Rejection of PSA Test Spurs Mixed Reaction From Experts
- Bicycle May Speed Up Parkinson's Diagnosis
- As One Life Starts, Another May Be Saved
- Leukemia Survivor Credits Her Life to Tiny Blood Donors
- Is Female Hormone Disorder Tied to Familial Heart Risk?
- FDA Approves First Combo Drug for Diabetes, Cholesterol
- Community-Wide Effort May Help Tame Troubled Teens
- Men Develop Diabetes With Less Body Fat Than Women: Study
- Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids
- 21 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC
- Blood Infection Costliest U.S. Hospital Condition: Report
October 8, 2011
- Even Football Players Say It's OK to Cry, Sometimes
- Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma
October 9, 2011
- Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
- Kids May Develop a Sense of Fairness Earlier Than Thought
October 10, 2011
- Health Tip: Choose a Day-care Provider Carefully
- Health Tip: Help Yourself to Remember
- Homosexuality Gaining Wider Acceptance in the U.S.
- Children's Chest Pain Rarely Cause for Alarm: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 10, 2011
- Dull Tasks Tougher on the Entitled
- Exercise Linked to Reduced Worker Productivity
- Everyday Stigma May Take Toll on Lesbians, Gays
- Shift Workers Show Rise in Stress Hormone
- After Stroke, Crossed Legs a Welcome Sign
- Diabetes Education Seems to Help Improve Blood Sugar Control
- Dietary Supplements May Harm Older Women: Study
- Chocolate Could Be Sweet Defense Against Stroke
- Restless Legs Syndrome May Boost Blood Pressure
- New Alzheimer's Drug Shows Early Promise
- Washing the Body 'Cleanses' the Mind
- When Others Dislike You, Your Pain Doesn't Matter
October 11, 2011
- Health Tip: When Exercise Causes Hives
- Health Tip: Understanding Breast Cancer in Men
- Men With Disabilities More Vulnerable to Sexual Assault
- Study Suggests Origins of Pregnancy-Linked High Blood Pressure
- Environmental Toxins Linked to Hardening of Arteries
- Health Highlights: Oct. 11, 2011
- Direct-to-Consumer Gene Tests Cause Little Anxiety: Study
- Women Say Mammograms Give Them Sense of Control: Survey
- Ginger Supplements Might Ease Inflammation Linked to Colon Cancer
- Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Prevent Kids' Language Delays
- Lasers Safe for Removal of Pacemaker Wires in Elderly: Study
- Extra Vitamin E May Be Associated With Prostate Cancer
- Mutant Gene That Ups Risk for Ovarian Cancer May Aid Survival
- Children of Older Dads Fare as Well in School as Other Kids
- Healthy Diet May Counteract Heart Disease Gene
- Evidence Lacking That Cognitive Rehab Therapy Helps Brain-Injured Vets
- Where Folks Live Plays Role in Health Disparities: Study
- Many on Medical Guideline Panels Have Conflicts of Interest: Study
October 12, 2011
- Health Tip: Protect Against Infection During Cancer Treatment
- Health Tip: Metabolic Syndrome Raises Chance of Cardiovascular Disease
- Health Highlights: Oct. 12, 2011
- Pot Smoking May More Than Double Crash Risk
- Certain After-Stroke Treatments May Boost Outcome
- More Teen Males Using Condoms When They First Have Sex: Survey
- Regular Exercise Seems to Guard Against Migraine
- Genome of Cancer-Free Rodent May Give Clues to Human Aging, Disease
- Research Sheds Light on Vitamin D's Role in Immunity
- Genome of 'Black Death' Bacterium Sequenced
- Survival Less Likely for Black Victims of Assault, Study Finds
- Blacks Fare Worse Than Whites After Colon Cancer Surgery
- Preemies With Faster Brain Growth May End Up Smarter
- 23 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC
- Esophageal Cancer Risk Less Dire for Certain Patients: Study
- Rising Global Smoking Rates Could Add Millions of TB Deaths
- Oral Bacteria Might Signal Early Pancreatic Cancer
October 13, 2011
- Health Tip: Suggestions to Help Manage Angina
- Health Tip: When Symptoms Indicate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Couples Can Pay a Price for Materialism
- Health Highlights: Oct. 13, 2011
- Why Johnny Won't Go to School
- Use of Asthma Controller Meds on the Rise Among U.S. Kids
- Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports
- Smoking Pot Might Up Depression Risk in Vulnerable Teens
- Young Children Collaborate Better Than Chimps
- U.S. Heart Disease Rates Keep Falling: CDC
- 1 in 4 With Psoriasis May Have Undiagnosed Arthritis
- Could Discrimination Help Trigger Illness in Blacks?
- Globally, 2 Million Deaths a Year Linked to Smoky Stoves
- People With Mental Health Issues More Likely to Be Uninsured
- Neighborhoods With Busy Intersections Discourage Children's Play
- Wanted: Spouse With Car, Stocks, Bonds
- For Many, Epilepsy Surgery Effective Long-Term
October 14, 2011
- Health Tip: Parenting a Child With ADHD
- Health Tip: Does My Pain Mean Endometriosis?
- TB Outbreaks in Texas Schools Show Disease Still a Threat
- More Children Visiting ERs for Psychiatric Care
- Teen Crash Risk High in First Month of Driving, Study Finds
- Health Highlights: Oct. 14, 2011
- 1 in 6 Cellphones in Britain Contaminated With 'Fecal Matter'
- Protein May Help Spot Newborns With Brain Damage
- Genetic Profiling Adds New Dimension to Breast Cancer Treatment
- Hormonal Disorder Linked to Pregnancy Complications: Study
- White Kids More Likely to Get CT Scans After Head Trauma
- Woman Describes How Breast Cancer Changed Her Life
- Foundation Aims to Raise Awareness of Brain Diseases
- Ferriprox Approved to Treat 'Iron Overload'
- Undergrads' Drinking Patterns May Predict Future Abuse
- Get Your Flu Shot Now, CDC Urges
- Helping Teens Fend Off Attacks by Cyberbullies
October 15, 2011
- Kids' Sledding Mishaps Can Cause Serious Head Trauma
- Fewer Than Half of Kids Hurt in Car Crashes Wearing Seat Belts
- Many Don't Believe Their Obesity Poses Health Risks: Study
October 16, 2011
October 17, 2011
- Health Tip: Make Calorie-Sparing Substitutions
- Health Tip: Don't Drive When Drowsy
- Profanity on TV Linked to Foul-Mouthed Kids
- Gun Injuries to U.S. Kids Likely Underestimated: Study
- It's Easy to Mistake Medicine for Candy
- Health Highlights: Oct. 17, 2011
- Low-Birthweight Babies at Much Higher Autism Risk
- Too Many Kids Injured in ATV Crashes, Study Finds
- Shift Work May Put Teens at Risk for Multiple Sclerosis
- Social Phobia in Teens Goes Beyond Shyness
- Healthier Diet, Stronger Sperm?
- Blood Type May Affect Survival After Heart Bypass
- Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Billions, CDC Reports
- Skin Cancer Check May Come With New Hairdo
- Less Frequent Mammograms May Lower False-Positive Results
- Pap Test Still Best for Cervical Cancer Screening, Experts Say
October 18, 2011
- Health Tip: Prenatal Care Is Important
- Health Tip: Why Cough?
- Factors Identified That May Raise Risk of Early Menopause
- Weight Loss Surgery Can Help Whole Families: Study
- Report Tracks Patient Outcomes at 5,000 U.S. Hospitals
- Health Highlights: Oct. 18, 2011
- 'Screen-Free' Play Best for Toddlers' Brains
- Hormonal Treatment of Hot Flashes Still OK for Some: Experts
- Katrina's Aftermath: Failed Pregnancies for IVF Moms Nationwide
- Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say
- Link Explored Between Colon Cancer, Bacterium
- Promising Malaria Vaccine May Save Children's Lives
- Fewer Patients Hospitalized for Heart Failure, U.S. Study Finds
- Study Links New Dialysis Technology to Rise in Bleeding Risk
- Parents, Doctors Often Differ on Chemo for Incurable Kids
- Smoking's Effect on Lungs Similar to Cystic Fibrosis: Study
- More Facebook Friends, More Gray Matter in Brain?
October 19, 2011
- Health Tip: Why Am I on Bed Rest?
- Health Tip: Feeling the Effects of Air Pollution
- 25 Deaths Now Blamed on Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak
- Obese, Asthmatic Kids Need Special Care Under Anesthesia
- Health Highlights: Oct. 19, 2011
- Sperm Moves Best for Moderate Exercisers: Study
- Antidepressant Use Skyrocketed in Past 20 Years: CDC
- Hypertension, Not Blood Pressure Drugs, Linked to Birth Defects
- Health Care-Related Infections Declined in 2010: CDC
- Teens' IQ May Fluctuate Over Time: Study
- Long-Term Unemployment Can Tax Mental Health
- Care for Mentally Ill Vets at VA Centers May Differ Across U.S.
- Steroids Given to Preemies May Harm Brain Growth: Study
- New Guidelines Issued for Common Tremor Disorder
- U.S. Man Diagnosed With HIV Develops Leprosy
- Gene Mapping Reveals Clues to Bedbugs' Pesticide Resistance
- Start HIV Drug Treatment Early in Patients With TB: Studies
- Neighborhood Can Affect Obesity, Diabetes Risk
- Breast Radiation After Lumpectomy Saves Lives: Study
October 20, 2011
- Health Tip: Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
- Health Tip: Health Tip: Managing Pain After Surgery
- Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study
- Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns
- Music Aimed at Teens Often Promotes Drinking: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 20, 2011
- Afraid to Do the Math?
- Food Nutrition Labels Must Be Made Simpler, Experts Say
- Suicide Rates Vary by Region: CDC
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Blood Clots
- U.S. Diet Still Has Too Much Salt, CDC Warns
- Hospital Programs to Reduce Antibiotic Resistance Working: Studies
- Robins Are 'Super-Spreaders' of West Nile Virus, Expert Says
- Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study
- Teen Drivers Prone to 'G-Force' Errors, Researchers Say
- Foreclosure Crisis Threatening Americans' Health: Study
- Rise in Vulvar Precancers Leads to New Guidelines
- Cell Phones Don't Raise Brain Cancer Risk, Study Says
October 21, 2011
- Health Tip: Kids Should Eat Healthy, Too
- Health Tip: Take Care to Prevent Stress Fractures
- Breast Cancer Risk May Rise With High Hormone Levels
- Femara May Beat Tamoxifen at Preventing Breast Cancer's Return
- Health Highlights: Oct. 21, 2011
- To the Brain, Seeing a Caress Is as Good as Getting One
- More Than 1 in 4 U.S. Kids Witness Violence Between Parents: Study
- Race Tied to Risk for Arthritis in Large Joints
- Research Suggests Penis Might Produce Testosterone
- Some Kids Respond Better to ADHD Drug Than Others
- Hockey Fistfights Rarely Cause Injuries, Study Claims
- Blocked Tear Ducts Linked to 'Lazy Eye' in Kids
- New Animal Study Might Explain Jet Lag Differences
- Older Drivers More Cautious Than Younger Ones After Surgery
- Inflamed Adenoids in Kids May Not Be Caused by Stomach Bacteria
- Warning Signs for Health Problems Seen in Young Adults Born Prematurely
October 22, 2011
- Nutrition, Hydration Tips Can Give Marathon Runners a Leg Up
- Healthy Halloween Advice for Children With Diabetes
October 23, 2011
- Extra Pounds Suspected in Raised Endometrial Cancer Risk
- Can NSAIDs Cut Colorectal Cancer Deaths in Older Women?
October 24, 2011
- Health Tip: Creating a Smoke-Free Home
- Health Tip: Children and Bedwetting
- Breast Reconstruction Boosts Women's Emotional Well-Being: Study
- Could Airway Abnormality Point to Autism?
- BPA Exposure in Womb Linked to Behavioral Woes in Girls
- Do You Really Read Nutrition Labels?
- Health Highlights: Oct. 24, 2011
- Onfi Approved to Treat Severe Seizures
- Outdoor Time May Reduce Nearsightedness in Children
- Illegal Silicone Buttock Injections Can Be Deadly: Experts
- Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise for Lung Cancer: Study
- Could HPV Raise Women's Risk for Heart Disease?
- Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study
- First Versions of Generic Zyprexa Approved
- Taking Blood Pressure Meds at Bedtime May Be Better
- Daily Coffee May Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk
- Insomnia Might Boost Heart Attack Risk
- Study Casts Doubt on Hot Dogs' Link to Colon Cancer
- More Evidence Links Tanning Beds to Higher Skin Cancer Risk
- Soft Drinks Linked to Violent Tendencies in Teens: Study
October 25, 2011
- Health Tip: Alcohol Can Interact With Medications
- Health Tip: Clean Dentures Well
- Aging Brain's Decline May Hinge on a Gene
- Some Asthma Drugs Raise Risk of Complications, Especially in Kids: Study
- Drinking More Fluids Could Lower Men's Bladder Cancer Risk
- Health Highlights: Oct. 25, 2011
- Sleepy Teens More Prone to Weight Gain: Study
- Obesity May Hinder Flu Shot's Effectiveness
- U.S. Health Officials Support Vaccinating Boys Against HPV
- Parental Training May Benefit ADHD Kids Under 6: Report
- HIV Medication Patch Shows Promise in Early Trial
- Viagra May Help Children With Rare Blood Pressure Disorder
- Genes Could Highlight Plavix Users at Clot Risk After Stent
- CT Scans May Pick Up COPD Early in Smokers
- Drug-Resistant Infections in Hospitals May Be Less Deadly Than Thought
- Pot Can Mimic Brain Changes Seen in Schizophrenia
- Flu Vaccine Isn't Foolproof
- Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 28
October 26, 2011
- Health Tip: Gaining Weight During Pregnancy
- Health Tip: Exercise for Stronger Knees
- Bond With Teacher Can Help Curb Aggression in Kids
- Larger Food Portions May Be Seen as Status Symbols
- For Those With Mystery Illnesses, a 'Clinic of Last Resort'
- Health Highlights: Oct. 26, 2011
- Newer 'Pill' May Raise Blood Clot Risk
- Ghost Writing Persists in Major Medical Journals
- Tapping to Music May Help You 'Hear' It
- National Drug Take-Back Day Scheduled for Saturday
- X-Ray Screening Doesn't Prevent Lung Cancer Deaths: Study
- Links to Mental Illness Seen in Fetal Brains: Study
- Science Probes How Probiotic Yogurts Affect Your Gut
- HPV Vaccine Might Help Prevent Anal Cancers: Study
- 'Hunger Hormones' May Drive Post-Dieting Weight Gain
- Experimental Psoriasis Drug Bests Older Treatment
October 27, 2011
- Health Tip: Coping With Nasal Problems During Pregnancy
- Health Tip: Look for Suspicious Changes in the Breasts
- Too Much Drinking May Raise Lung Cancer Risk: Study
- Ovarian Tumors May Develop Years After Fertility Therapy
- Speech Therapy Key to Stroke Rehab, But Many Miss Out
- Slower Walking Speed Linked to Surgical Risk in Elderly
- Health Highlights: Oct. 27, 2011
- U.S. Health Officials Urge Lifestyle Changes to Cut Stroke Risk
- Children With Head Injuries Can Face Lifetime of Problems
- Many Young Adults Unaware They're Developing Heart Disease
- Python Findings Shed Light on Human Heart Health
- Medicare Part B Premium Increase Lower Than Expected
- Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies May Be Right for Some
- Poorer Countries Have Higher Rates of Stroke, Study Finds
- More Evidence Shows Newer Forms of 'Pill' Raise Clot Risk, FDA Says
- Daily Aspirin May Help Prevent Colon Cancer for Those at High Risk
- Job Market Tough for Young Adults With Autism
October 28, 2011
- Health Tip: Child Bites Can Lead to Infection
- Health Tip: Recognizing Symptoms of Hyperglycemia
- Will Eating Sweets Make You Sweeter?
- Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
- For Older Men, Lowered Testosterone May Mean Muscle Loss
- Scientists Identify Gene Linked to Cold Sores
- Health Highlights: Oct. 28, 2011
- Preschool Peers May Boost Language Skills in Kids
- High-Tech Suit Lets You Know What It's Like to Be Old
- Halloween Doesn't Have to be Scary for Your Diet
- Thyroid Surgery Linked to Improved Sleep Apnea Symptoms
- Black Kidney Donors More Likely to Be Related to Recipients
- Experts Design 'Toolkit' to Help Spot Teens With Mental Health Issues
- Some People With Alzheimer's Take Conflicting Drugs
- Headaches Take Soldiers Away From War
- Stress Linked to Higher Mortality Risk Among Men
October 29, 2011
- Practice Doesn't Always Make Perfect, Study Suggests
- Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
October 30, 2011
October 31, 2011
- Health Tip: Get Into the Habit of Exercising
- Health Tip: Ice a Sprained Ankle
- Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
- Health Highlights: Oct. 31, 2011
- Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
- 'Hard Hats' Still Have High Rates of Injury, Illness: Report
- Could Listening to Mozart Help Doctors Spot Colon Polyps?
- Past Trauma May Contribute to Bowel Disorder
- Stomach Bug Easily Passed Among Pro Sports Teams: Report
- Teens With a Deployed Parent May Be More Prone to Violence
- Report Slams Makers of Sugary Drinks for Targeting Kids
- Life in U.S. Not Always a Plus for Immigrants' Health
- Obama Acts to Ease U.S. Drug Shortages
- Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain
- Could Happy Lives Be Longer Lives?
- Not All Women at Higher Risk in Families Carrying Breast Cancer Gene
- Dementia May Impede Stroke Recovery
- Many Parents Skipping Kids' Shots, Putting Other Kids at Risk
- Handheld Metal Detectors Don't Seem to Affect Pacemakers: Study
- Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
