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Brain Scans May Predict How People Learn

Small study suggests ability to sift through 'noise' determines mastery of new skill

Gloves, Padded Headgear Helps Protect Boxers

It's especially important that young boxers wear protective gear, researchers say

H1N1 'Swine' Flu Makes a Comeback in Mexico

Health experts say Americans shouldn't be overly concerned

Health Highlights: Feb. 10, 2012
  • FDA Warns About Handheld Dental X-Ray Units

  • New Heparin Production Guidelines Issued by FDA

  • FDA Issues Guidelines for Review of Lower-Priced Biotech Drugs

  • More Than Half of U.S. Dogs and Cats Too Fat: Survey

  • Tassimo Single-Cup Brewers Recalled

  • Dozens Ill in N.J. University Outbreak

Health Tip: A Sprain in the Neck

Here are possible symptoms

HIV Severity, Treatment Unrelated to Kids' Mental Woes: Study

No evidence found to link antiretroviral therapy with severity of psychiatric symptoms

Many Gay Men Would Support 'Home HIV Test': Study

Not yet approved for public use, it picks up AIDS virus in later stages of infection

More Than 4 Million Americans Have New Knee

And repeat surgery is likely for many younger recipients, researchers predict

Most Teens Who Self-Harm Are Not Evaluated for Mental Health in ER

Researchers say suicide risk is highest soon after such an incident

Obesity Appears Linked to Pain

The more overweight people are, the more likely they are to experience pain, study finds

Prostate Size May Be Clue to Severity of Cancer

In certain cases, smaller gland linked to more aggressive disease, study shows

Repeat C-Section Best Scheduled at 39 Weeks, Study Says

Operating sooner, later worse for babies, preliminary research finds

Smoking May Up Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus Patients

Study suggests that only quitting, not cutting back, might lower threat

Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth

More seizures, lower Apgar scores found in home

When Mom Has Pregnancy Diabetes, Breast-Feeding Curbs Child Obesity

Long-term study found lower BMI in children breast-fed at least 6 months

White House Alters Controversial Birth Control Rule

Responsibility to cover contraceptives will shift from the religious employer to the insurance company

Young Adults Who Quit Smoking Feel Better Quickly

Coughs begin to clear up within two weeks, study finds

Health Tip: Healthier Ways to Prepare Potatoes

Enjoy the nutrients without adding too many calories

Health Tip: Troubled by a Toothache?

Suggestions to help ease the pain

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