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News Archive for October 2012
October 1, 2012
- Health Tip: Gear Up for Safe Soccer
- Health Tip: Warm Up Before You Work Out
- U.S. Kids Exposed to 4 Hours of Background TV Daily: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 1, 2012
- New Guidelines for Doctors Treating Low Back Pain
- Child Abuse Injuries Have Risen, Study Finds
- Children Underrepresented in Clinical Drug Trials: Study
- Novel Drug Approach Shows Promise Against Breast Cancer
- Moderate Drinking May Increase Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder: Study
- Researchers Discover Gene Defect Linked to Deafness
- Might Smallpox Virus Help Fight a Lethal Breast Cancer?
- Study Links Insomnia to $31 Billion in U.S. Workplace Errors
- HPV Vaccine Found Safe in Large Study
- Teens Don't Really Like Taking Risks, Study Finds
- Psychiatric Disorders Often Persist in Juvenile Offenders
- Retina's Thickness May Be Tied to Severity of MS, Study Suggests
- Sharing Notes With Patients Empowers Them: Study
- New Anti-Clotting Drug Bests Warfarin, Study Says
October 2, 2012
- Health Tip: If You're Lactose Intolerant
- Health Tip: Kids Need to Stop Sucking Their Thumbs
- Seniors Who Fell Recently May Fare Worse After Surgery
- Health Highlights: Oct. 2, 2012
- Study: Digital Beats Film Mammography at Spotting Breast Cancer
- Hip Resurfacing More Likely to Fail Than Hip Replacement: Study
- Diabetes Patients Should Have More Voice in Treatment: Experts
- Impact Tests Show Bike Helmets Protect Kids in Crashes
- Statins Tied to Reduced Glaucoma Risk
- New Autism Criteria Will Have Minor Impact: Study
- Poor Sleep in Teen Years Linked to Heart Risks in Adulthood
- Drinking, Driving Drops by Half Among Teens: CDC
- Gout Management Is Focus of New Guidelines
- Many Pedestrians Hit By Cars Are Distracted By Mobile Devices
- Rheumatoid Arthritis May Be Linked to More Blood Clots
- Common Heart Medicine May Not Be Effective for Some: Study
- Vitamin D Won't Save You From Common Cold, Latest Study Says
- Use of Medicare Skilled Nursing Benefit Is High at End of Life: Study
- Indoor Tanning Causes Common Skin Cancers, Study Finds
October 3, 2012
- Health Tip: Caring for an Older Person's Teeth
- Health Tip: Considering Counseling?
- Skinny Genes: Could Heredity Raise Your Vulnerability to 'Be-Thin' Pressure?
- Doctors Speak Out on Health Care Waste in U.S.
- 'Junk Food' May Significantly Hike Risk of Stroke, Researchers Say
- Stem Cell Transplant May Spur Heart Disease Risk: Study
- Exercise Improves Effects of Stroke: Study
- Rural Colon Cancer Patients Fare Worse
- West Nile Cases Continue to Climb, CDC Says
- Genetic Disorder Test for Newborns May Speed Up Diagnoses
- Sitting for Hours Daily Might Boost Your Kidney Disease Risk: Study
- Could Hypertension in Pregnancy Harm Child's Thinking Skills for Decades?
- Missing Data May Skew Clinical Trials
- Genes Linked to Retardation Not Inherited, Study Suggests
- Early Humans Commonly Consumed Meat, Researchers Say
- Study: Blood Tests for Inflammation Could Help Prevent Heart Attack, Stroke
- Hormone Therapy in Early Menopause May Benefit Some Women: Study
- Diabetes Screening May Not Lower Overall Death Rates
October 4, 2012
- Health Highlights: Oct. 4, 2012
- Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Flu
- Health Tip: What's Behind Epilepsy?
- Aspirin May Help Preserve Brain Function in Older Women With Heart Disease
- Juggling a Hospital Job and Family Can Be Painful
- Scientists Uncover Genetic Link for Uterine Fibroids
- Postoperative Program Prevents Respiratory Complications: Study
- BPA Exposure Impacts Pregnant Women's Thyroids, Study Suggests
- Botox Injections: Option for Urge Incontinence?
- Meningitis Outbreak Not Over Yet: Experts
- Little U.S. Flu Activity So Far, CDC Says
- Researchers Map Vision in Brain
- Coffee Might Raise Glaucoma Risk: Study
- Lung Function Recovery Seen in People Exposed to World Trade Center Site
- Electronic Health Records Aid Diabetes Control
- Severe Anemia Linked to Higher Death Risk After Heart Surgery
- Free Birth Control May Curb Abortions: Study
- Couples Trying to Conceive Might Need Help Sooner, Study Says
- Home Dialysis an Option for Some With Chronic Kidney Disease
October 5, 2012
- Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Falling
- Health Tip: Manage Your Child's Allergy
- Survivor of Aggressive Breast Cancer Stresses Need for Quick Action
- Officials Seeking Patients Who May Have Received Contaminated Steroid
- Late-Preterm Babies Needing ICU Catch Up With Other Preemies: Study
- Severely Obese Americans on the Rise
- Rare Breast Cancer Poses New Set of Challenges
- Health Highlights: Oct. 5, 2012
- Same Part of Brain Recognizes Faces and Objects, Study Finds
- Heavy Smokers, Drinkers May Face Pancreatic Cancer Earlier in Life
- Shootings at Hospitals a Rarity, Study Finds
- Study Links Low Vitamin D Levels to Worse MS Symptoms
- Humanitarian Work May Raise Risk of Anxiety, Depression
- One-Third of Men With Anal Cancer Have HIV, Study Finds
- New Survey Examines States' Investments in Dealing With Diabetes
- Clenched Hand May Prevent 'Choking' Under Pressure
- For People With Lung Disease, Colds Are Worse With School Kids Around
October 6, 2012
- More Stomach, Esophageal Cancers Seen in AIDS Patients Than Others
- Halloween Means Gobbling Candy
- Death Toll From Meningitis Outbreak Now Stands at 7, CDC Says
October 7, 2012
- Even a Little Exercise Boosts Self-Esteem in Overweight Teens
- Doctor Offers Hunting Safety Tips
- Number of Meningitis Cases Now Stands at 91, CDC Says
October 8, 2012
- Health Tip: At Risk for High Cholesterol?
- Health Tip: Starting Baby on Solid Foods
- Scientists Link Gene to Lower Risk of Lung Cancer
- Steroid-Related Meningitis Cases Now Total 91, CDC Says
- Health Highlights: Oct. 8, 2012
- Nearly Half of Children With Autism Wander From Safety: Survey
- Fresh Blood as Good as Older Blood for Preemie Transfusions: Study
- Mouse Study Sheds New Light on How Memories Are Stored
- Certain Eye Injuries in Kids May Indicate Child Abuse: Study
- CT Scans of Kids in ER With Stomach Pain Skyrockets
- New Gene Mutations Tied to Schizophrenia
- Strict Moms Influence Kids' Friends: Study
- Prenatal Mercury Exposure Tied to ADHD Symptoms in Kids
- Experimental Drug May Limit Stroke Damage
- HIV Deaths Declining for Most, But Not All, Americans
- Can Tomatoes Lower Stroke Risk?
- Antidepressants in Pregnancy May Affect Babies' Language Development
- Alzheimer's Drug Shows Potential in Trials
- Walking for Heart Health? Speed It Up, Study Suggests
October 9, 2012
- Health Tip: All Fats Aren't Bad
- Health Tip: Easing Teething Pain
- New MRI Might Help Spot Heart Disease Early: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 9, 2012
- Marijuana Extract May Help Ease Muscle Stiffness in MS: Study
- Teens Want Voice in End-of-Life Decisions
- Scientists ID 'Genetic Signatures' for Aggressive Prostate Cancer
- Some 'Super Tasters' Might Be Less Prone to Sinus Woes
- 'Mouth Feel' Makes Wine Go Well With Meat, Study Finds
- Group Programs for Weight Loss May Work Best
- Importance of Family Meals Questioned
- Clearer Prescription Drug Labels May Be on the Way
- State Regulations Tied to Drop in Common Heart Procedure
- Blood Test May Spot Serious Health Risks in Women
- Meningitis Toll Now 11 Dead, 119 Sick: CDC
- Gene Tied to Obesity, Depression, ADHD
- Patients Gain When Hospitals Work Together on Infection Control
- Kids With Hemophilia Should Be Active, But Avoid Risky Sports: Study
- New Gene Test Predicts Whose Mouth Lesions Might Be Cancerous
October 10, 2012
- Health Tip: Caring for Acne
- Health Tip: Dine on Seafood
- New Research Suggests HRT May Lower Heart Risks
- Does Neighborhood Income Affect Teens' Mental Health?
- Health Highlights: Oct. 10, 2012
- Meningitis Toll Now 11 Dead, 119 Sick: CDC
- Melanoma Odds Doubled for Transplant, Lymphoma Patients: Study
- Leaves Decay Faster in Warmer Temperatures, Scientists Say
- Science Reveals Secrets of Hypnosis
- What Drives Your Daily Biological Clock?
- Experimental Vaccine Might Help Women Already Infected With HPV
- In Terms of Drinking, the Rich Are Different, Study Says
- Pinball Analogy May Help Grief-Stricken Move Forward
- U.S. Stroke Patients Are Getting Younger
- West Nile Cases Continue to Climb, CDC Says
- Medicare/Medicaid Policy Shift Didn't Budge Hospital Infection Rates: Study
- Blood Test May Spot Rare Lung Cancer
- Many Hospitalized Children Experience Severe Pain: Report
- Tragic News Reports Weigh More Heavily on Women: Study
October 11, 2012
- Health Tip: Using an Antihistamine
- Health Tip: Avoid Spreading Pinkeye
- Depression Stigma May Be Fading: Survey
- Another Meningitis Scare Emerges, Targeting NYC's Gay Men
- Health Highlights: Oct. 11, 2012
- Meningitis Toll Now 12 Dead, 137 Sick: CDC
- Eye Docs Must Do More to Spot Unsafe Older Drivers: Study
- HIV Diagnoses Among U.S. Hispanics Vary By Region: CDC
- Many Seniors Overpaying for Medicare Drug Plans: Study
- Healthy Lungs May Keep Brain Running Smoothly
- As Armstrong Case Unfolds, Experts Describe Doping's Harms
- Diet, Exercise May Boost 'Good' Cholesterol, Study Suggests
- Drugs to Prevent Alzheimer's to Be Tested in Large Trial
- Social Media Could Boost Condom Use, Study Suggests
- Meningitis Outbreak Throws Spotlight on 'Compounding' Pharmacies
- Service That Speeds Up Breast Cancer Diagnosis Pays Off: Study
- Health Care Is No. 2 Concern on Voters' Minds
- Wondering About Your Hospital's Quality? Ask a Nurse
- Zinc Harder to Absorb in Old Age, Animal Study Shows
- Official: Pharmacy Tied to Meningitis Outbreak May Have Broken State Law
October 12, 2012
- Health Tip: Exercising in Cold Weather
- Health Tip: Choosing the Right Running Shoes
- Health Highlights: Oct. 12, 2012
- Could Stem Cells Treat Autism? Newly Approved Study May Tell
- Pre-Test Jitters Might Boost Scores: Study
- Consistent Criteria for Sports Concussion Might Aid Diagnosis
- Medicare Open Enrollment Starts Monday
- Parents May Be Taking Concussion Symptoms Too Lightly: Survey
- Coffee May Speed Up Bowel Recovery From Colon Surgery
- Study Reveals the Many Ways Sexual Assault Harms Women
- Abraxane Approved to Treat Advanced Lung Cancer
- 'Believing' Propels Cancer Survivors to Exercise, Study Finds
- Teens Who Self-Harm Need Adult Influences, Professional Help: Expert
- 7 Daily Servings of Fruits, Veggies Best for Happiness, Study Finds
- Nearby Livestock May Raise 'Superbug' Risk
- B Vitamin Supplements Don't Affect Colon Cancer Risk: Study
- CDC: Meningitis Infections Now Total 185 in 12 States
- Spirituality Central to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Study Finds
- Treating Sleep Apnea Might Ease High Blood Pressure, Too
October 13, 2012
- Botox Shows Promise Against Persistent Neck, Shoulder Pain
- Language Barrier Blocks Epidural Use in Childbirth: Study
- CDC: Meningitis Infections Now Total 198 in 13 States
October 14, 2012
October 15, 2012
- Health Tip: Beat Boredom
- HPV Shot Doesn't Encourage Sexual Activity in Girls: Study
- Obesity Helps Spur Cancer's Growth, Mouse Study Suggests
- Kids Who Sleep a Bit Longer Behave Better in School, Study Finds
- Sitting Can Harm Health, Even for Those Who Exercise
- Health Highlights: Oct. 15, 2012
- Study Shows Bicycle Helmets Save Lives
- 'Mother's Kiss' Method May Dislodge Items Kids Put in Nose
- Secondhand Smoke Ups Babies' Risk of Asthma, Study Says
- Drop in Illicit Drug Use in Cities, Uptick in Prescription Drug Abuse
- Some Boys With ADHD May Struggle as Adults
- Big, Rapid Gains Made in Human Lifespan: Study
- Measuring Brain Plaques May Yield Clues to Alzheimer's Risk
- Meningitis Infections Climb to 212, CDC Says
- Weight-Loss Surgery May Boost Risk for Alcohol, Drug Abuse: Study
- Sleepless Nights Might Raise Odds for Diabetes
- Epilepsy Drug Shows Promise as Weight-Loss Aid, Study Says
- Millions of Healthy Years of Life Lost to Cancer Worldwide
October 16, 2012
- Health Tip: Help Keep Head Lice From Coming Back
- Health Tip: What to do About Corns and Calluses
- When Adults Smoke in Cars, Child Passengers Suffer: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 16, 2012
- Tainted Steroid Injections May Affect Those Treated for Joint Pain
- Rising Eye Injury Rates Seen With Robotic Prostate Surgery
- More Testosterone, Less Deceit?
- Preemies Born to Poor Families May Face Higher Risk for Brain Bleeds
- Pain Level After Car Crash Could Depend on Your Genes, Studies Say
- New DNA Test Shows Promise for Spotting Colon Cancer
- More Drugs Linked to Meningitis Outbreak: FDA
- Vaginal Ring Delivers HIV Drug in Animal Study
- Brain Recovery From Alcoholism Seen Soon After Abstinence: Study
- Alcoholism Shortens Life More Than Smoking: Study
- Multivitamins Won't Boost Standard HIV Care, Study Finds
- Cholesterol Levels Dropping in U.S. Adults, Mostly From Statin Use
- Many Older Heart Attack Survivors Don't Stick With Meds
- Parents' Love in Infancy Pays Off Later, Study Finds
October 17, 2012
- Health Tip: Treating Swimmer's Ear
- FDA Agents Visit Mass. Company Linked to Meningitis Outbreak
- Videos of Real-Life Stumbles May Help Fall-Prevention Efforts
- Health Highlights: Oct. 17, 2012
- Multivitamins May Slightly Lower Men's Cancer Risk: Study
- Brain Scans Suggest Downside to Skipping Breakfast
- Docs: Heart Device Might Be Breakthrough for Muscular Dystrophy
- Study Sees Link Between Prolonged Formula Feeding, Leukemia Risk
- Lance Armstrong Resigns as Chairman of Cancer Foundation
- Antioxidants in Tea, Fruit, Veggies Might Fight Prostate Cancer: Study
- Is Your Brain Working as You Nap?
- More Evidence Linking Creativity, Mental Illness
- New Vaccine Strategy May Fight Genital Herpes, Mouse Study Suggests
- Painkiller Abuse by Kids Way Up, Study Finds
- Healthy Lifestyle Boosts Survival Odds for Older Women With Cancer
- West Nile Cases Pass 4,500 Mark Nationwide: CDC
- Common Antidepressants May Raise Stroke Risk a Bit, Study Finds
- Race, Income Tied to Late Colon Cancer Diagnoses, Study Finds
- Psoriasis Drug May Help People With Crohn's Disease: Study
- Surgery May Spur Rise in Heart Deaths After Cancer Diagnosis: Study
- Blood or Bone Marrow Better for Stem Cell Transplants?
October 18, 2012
- Health Tip: Am I at Risk for Endometriosis?
- Health Tip: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
- Menopause Won't Spur Weight Gain, But May Boost Belly Fat: Review
- Depression Brings Worries About Discrimination, Study Finds
- Dad's Advice Could Be Key to Teens' Sexual Activity
- Health Highlights: Oct. 18, 2012
- Weight-Loss Surgery Tied to Drop in Heart Risk Factors
- Fewer Children for Women After Ectopic Pregnancy: Study
- Some With Alzheimer's Better Off Staying on Antipsychotics: Study
- Could Green Tea Help Fight Prostate Cancer?
- Accidents Claim Lives of 12,000 U.S. Children Each Year: CDC
- Breast-Feeding Might Cut Risk for Tough-to-Treat Breast Cancer: Study
- Colorful Detergent 'Pods' a Danger for Children: CDC
- Nationwide Study Examines Common Heart Procedures
- Can Allergies Thwart Fatal Colon Cancer?
- Jetrea Approved to Treat Eye Condition
- Caring Parents Less Likely to Raise a Bully, Study Finds
- Latest Meningitis Outbreak Toll: 20 Deaths and 257 Infections, CDC Says
- More U.S. Women Turning to Long-Acting Contraceptives: CDC
- Blood Test May Help Define Breast Cancer Risk in Older Women
- Depression, DNA Linked to Higher Death Risk in Bladder Cancer Patients
- House Dust Ingredient Linked to Allergic Asthma: Study
October 19, 2012
- Health Tip: Encourage Your Family to Exercise
- Health Tip: Is Your Child a Biter?
- Egg Freezing as Viable as 'Fresh' Eggs, Fertility Experts Say
- 'Plugged-In' Teens Vulnerable in Traffic: Study
- Post-Op Radiation May Boost Results for Prostate Cancer Patients: Study
- Texas-Mexico Border Violence May Harm Kids' Mental Health
- Health Highlights: Oct. 19, 2012
- Low Calcium Linked to Hormone Condition in Women
- High-Carb Diet in Old Age Linked to Mental Decline
- Blood Infections in ICU Cut With Simple Measures: Study
- Kids With Autism Find It Hard to Describe Poor Behavior, Study Finds
- Exercise May Delay Early Aging of People With Diabetes
- Many Lesbians Not Screened for Cervical Cancer, Study Finds
- A Parent's Grief Highlights Flu Shot's Importance
- Diet/Exercise Combo Best, 'Biggest Loser' Study Says
- Meningitis Outbreak Toll Now 21 Dead, 271 Sickened: CDC
- Electronic Records Do Aid Patient Care, Study Finds
- Are Knee Injuries Tied to Menstrual Cycle?
October 20, 2012
- Fertility Treatments May Raise Risk for Birth Defects: Study
- Cyberbullying Rarely Single Factor in Teen Suicides: Study
- Boys Hit Puberty Sooner Now, Study Finds
- Meningitis Outbreak Toll Now 23 Dead, 284 Sickened: CDC
October 21, 2012
October 22, 2012
- Meningitis Outbreak Toll Now 23 Dead, 297 Sickened: CDC
- Health Tip: Secure Your Child in a Booster Seat
- Health Tip: Signs of Heart Attack in Women
- Many High School Football Players Ignore Signs of Concussion: Survey
- Marijuana, Real or Fake, Can Lead to Unusual Gastro Problem
- Heart Disease Risk Factors Also Tied to Death From Prostate Cancer
- GI Bleeding Deaths Drop in U.S., Study Finds
- Bullying May Be Linked to Mental Disorders
- Post-Flight Fainting May Signal Dangerous Blood Clot: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 22, 2012
- Cheerleading Needs Safety Guidelines, Pediatricians Say
- Approval Expanded for Sapien Artificial Heart Valve
- Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Titles
- Little Evidence Organic Food Better in Long Run: Report
- Kids With Stressed-Out Parents Eat More Fast Food: Study
- More Antibiotic Use Tied to Rise in Diarrheal Infections in Hospitals: Study
- More Evidence Links Bullying, Abuse to Suicidal Thoughts in Youth
- Exercise May Beat Socializing at Staving Off Brain Shrinkage
- Beans a Boon for People With Diabetes, Study Finds
- More Americans Have High Blood Pressure Under Control: Survey
- Less Frequent Pap Tests Safe for Most Women, Ob/Gyn Group Says
- Fycompa Approved for Epileptic Seizures
- Panel Rules Against HRT for Preventing Chronic Disease
- 3-D Mammograms Might Be Safer, More Accurate, Early Study Shows
October 23, 2012
- Health Tip: Wash Your Hands
- Health Tip: Don't Take the Wrong Medication
- 10-Minute 'Tension Tamer' at Bedtime May Help You Sleep: Study
- Health Highlights: Oct. 23, 2012
- Powerful People Tend Not to Return Smiles, Study Says
- Antiviral Therapy for Hepatitis C May Thwart Liver Cancer
- Is Perfect Pitch Genetic?
- Records Show Problems at Steroid Pharmacy as Far Back as '06
- Kids Still Swallowing Magnets Despite Warning Labels
- Hospitals Should Test More Teen Girls for Pregnancy, Study Suggests
- 'Off-Label' Use of Meds Routine in Pediatric ICU
- Stimulation Device for Esophagus Might Ease GERD Symptoms
- Many Studies' 'Wow' Results Usually Fade in Follow-Up
- Smoking, Diabetes Are Risk Factors for Poor Leg Circulation: Study
- Doctors Warn About High Levels of Caffeine in Some Energy Drinks
- Colonoscopy Screening May Have Cut Colon Cancer Rates
- Faces 'Morphed' for Man When Scientists Tweaked His Brain
- Mass. Launches Criminal Probe of Firm Linked to Meningitis Outbreak: Report
October 24, 2012
- Health Tip: Learn About the A1C Test
- Health Tip: Stay Safe This Halloween
- Does Sleep Apnea Offer Some Protection During Heart Attack?
- Health Highlights: Oct. 24, 2012
- Hormone Replacement Therapy: Safe or Not?
- Targeted Radiation for Breast Cancer May Cause More Complications
- Can Your Body 'Sense' the Future?
- Tired? Your Dog Is Yawning Right Along With You
- Exercise Boosts School Performance for Kids With ADHD: Study
- Frailty Linked to Dementia in Oldest Adults
- Short-Term, Early HRT May Cut Women's Alzheimer's Risk: Study
- Secondhand Smoke: All It Takes Is 20 Minutes
- Mass. Launches Criminal Probe of Firm Linked to Meningitis Outbreak: Report
- Lax Parents, Dealers May Lead to ATV Crashes, Study Suggests
- Genes May Determine Aspirin's Effect on Advanced Colon Cancer
- CDC Panel: All Pregnant Women Should Get Whooping Cough Shot
- Antibiotics Don't Ease Coughs in Kids With Common Cold: Study
- Less Bystander CPR Done in Poor, Black Neighborhoods, Study Shows
- Many Terminal Cancer Patients Put False Hope in Chemo, Study Finds
- Millions May Be Taking Vitamin D Unnecessarily, Analysis Suggests
October 25, 2012
- Health Tip: Exercise for People Who Have Had Breast Cancer
- Health Tip: Enjoy a Healthier Halloween
- Partisanship Guides Americans' Attitudes on Health-Care Reform Law: Poll
- Harmful Chemicals Found in Day Care Centers, Study Says
- Health Highlights: Oct. 25, 2012
- Secret of Anesthesia Revealed, Study Says
- Supplement of Red Wine Ingredient Won't Help Healthy Women: Study
- Get Ready for Hurricane Sandy, Experts Warn
- Speed-Learning a New Language May Help Brain Grow: Study
- Foot Ulcers Tied to Increased Death Risk for People With Diabetes
- Cases Linked to Fungal Meningitis Now Number 328
- Staying Home With Sick Kids Causes Job Worries for Parents: Survey
- Smokers at Higher Risk of Another Stroke: Study
- Obese Boys, Impotent Men?
- Study IDs 4 Key Habits of Successful Aging
- West Nile Cases Pass 4,700 Mark Nationwide: CDC
- Foster Kids Adopted by Same-Sex Parents Make Big Gains, Study Says
- Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Can Fight Weight Gain: Study
October 26, 2012
- Health Tip: What's Behind a Sore Throat?
- Symptoms of Ankle Fracture
- Too Much Dairy, Carbs Might Harm Men's Sperm
- Is 'Sex Addiction' Real? Some Experts Say So
- Stroke Risk Rises in Seniors With COPD: Study
- Forget Flu Shot Myths, Protect Yourself This Season
- Health Highlights: Oct. 26, 2012
- Synribo Approved to Treat Rare Leukemia
- Daily Aspirin May Bolster Aging Brain, Study Shows
- Swallowing Nasal Sprays, Eye Drops Can Harm Kids, FDA Warns
- COPD Deaths Highest in Rural, Poor Areas: CDC
- Hurricane Sandy Has East Coast in Its Crosshairs
- Med School Enrollment on Rise in 2012
- Some Face Transplant Patients May Regain Sensory, Motor Function
- Right Amount of Exercise Can Boost Mental Health: Study
- 'Greenish-Black' Contaminant in Vials of Steroid Behind Meningitis Outbreak: FDA
- Women Who Quit Smoking May Gain Up to 10 Years of Life: Study
October 27, 2012
- Halloween Warning: Decorative Contact Lenses May Damage Your Eyes
- 'Greenish-Black' Contaminant in Vials of Steroid Behind Meningitis Outbreak: FDA
October 28, 2012
- Harvest Season Can Be Hazardous for Farmers
- Flu Vaccine May Protect Your Heart
- Millions Prepare as Hurricane Sandy Spins Toward the East Coast
October 29, 2012
- Health Tip: Monitor Your Blood Glucose
- Health Tip: Help Prevent a Concussion
- Health Highlights: Oct. 29, 2012
- Exercise and Weight Loss Give Brain a Boost, Study Finds
- Docs Make Push to Lower Kids' Pain, Stress in ER
- 'Hercules' Star Kevin Sorbo Knows Stroke Strikes the Young
- Mothers' Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Kids' Heart Health
- Body Fat May Affect Death Risk Among Breast Cancer Patients
- Second Compounding Pharmacy Shut Down in Massachusetts
- Viagra Can Help Prostate Cancer Patients Maintain Sex Lives: Study
- Study: No Long-Term Heart Risks From Breast Radiation
- Millions Prepare as Hurricane Sandy Starts to Slam the East Coast
- Many Mistakenly Think Radiation Might Cure Terminal Lung Cancer
- Potty-Training Method Won't Affect Tot's Health: Study
- Keep Pets Safe During Hurricane Sandy
- Obese Teens Face Higher Risk for Kidney Disease: Study
- Smoking Bans Reduce Hospitalizations: Study
- Stem Cells to Cartilage? Promising Results Seen in Mice
October 30, 2012
- Health Tip: Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Pain
- Health Tip: Is That Sore Throat Strep?
- Health Highlights: Oct. 30, 2012
- Autism Tough to Spot Before 6 Months of Age, Study Suggests
- Smartphones Linked to Sexual Activity in Teens: Study
- Sandy's Wrath Brings Massive Blackouts, Flooding Across Northeast
- Gene May Be Tied to Both Smoking and ADHD, Study Suggests
- Smoking During Pregnancy Tied to Extra Weight in Kids
- Tips on Keeping Food Safe When the Power Goes Out
- Homelessness, Frequent Moves Affect How Kids Do in School
- Breast Cancer Survival Varies by Race, Ethnicity, Study Shows
- Using Canada's Health System as Model Might Cut U.S. Costs: Study
- Quality of Life After Cancer May Depend on Tumor Type
- Eating More Meals Linked to Less Student Overweight
- 'The Biggest Loser' May Sour Viewers on Exercise, Study Finds
- Fungal Meningitis Outbreak Toll Now 28 Dead, 363 Sickened
- Fast-Food Breakfast Sandwiches May Slow Down Blood Flow: Study
- Flirting Works as Negotiation Tactic for Women: Study
- Fish, But Not Fish Oil Supplements, May Shield Against Stroke
October 31, 2012
- Health Tip: Grill Healthier
- Health Tip: If Your Teeth Are Sensitive
- Sandy Leaves Massive Blackouts, Flood Damage in Her Wake
- Common Antidepressants Too Risky During Pregnancy, Researchers Say
- Help Kids Breathe Easier on Halloween
- Health Highlights: Oct. 31, 2012
- Health Risks Will Rise in Sandy's Wake, Experts Warn
- Play-Focused Program Might Help Kids With Autism
- Junk Food Hurts Your Arteries, But Healthy Meal Might Help
- Poor Reading Skills Linked to Teen Pregnancy Risk
- Redheads May Face Higher Risk of Melanoma, Even Without Sun Exposure
- Gene Study Yields New Clues to Crohn's Disease, Colitis
- Water Workouts a Great Alternative: Study
- Learning How to Keep Pounds Off Before Dieting May Work Best
- Crohn's Disease in Children May Start From Bacteria
- Company With Links to Meningitis-Linked Pharmacy Recalls All Products
- Black Breast Cancer Patients May Have Higher Death Risk in First 3 Years
- Boys More Prone to OTC Drug Abuse Than Girls, Study Suggests
- Did Schooling Method Spread Mumps in Orthodox Jewish Communities?
- Men May Benefit From Osteoporosis Drug, Too: Study
- New Treatment For Head Lice?
