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Aspirin May Prevent Recurrence of Deep Vein Blood Clots

Breast MRI Best at Tracking Response to Chemo: Study

Calcium Supplements May Be Bad for Your Heart: Study

Cancer Docs Often Deal With Own Grief, Doubts When Patients Die

Cell Transplant Tested as Treatment for Nerve Pain in Mice

Clot Buster Seems to Help Up to 6 Hours After Stroke

Germs Lurk in Office Kitchens, Break Rooms

Health Highlights: May 23, 2012

Health Tip: Avoiding Gluten

Health Tip: What Triggers Your Migraines?

IUDs, Implants Best for Long-Term Birth Control: Study

Mouse Study Sheds Light on How Diet May Affect Epilepsy

Overweight Moms More Apt to Have Large Babies, Study Says

Panel Withdraws Support of Prostate Cancer Test

Patients May Receive Too Much Acetaminophen in Hospital

Regional Systems to Treat Severe Heart Attack Increasing

Scientists Turn Skin Cells Into Cardiac Cells to Help Failing Hearts

Study Offers Ways to Decrease Use of Restraints at Nursing Homes

Study Spots Early Warning Signal for Sudden Cardiac Death

Asthma Meds May Be Linked to Irregular Heartbeat

Body Building, Diet Supplements Linked to Liver Damage: Study

Colonoscopy May Detect Curable Cancer in Elderly: Study

Do Bald Men Face Higher Risk of Prostate Cancer?

Health Highlights: May 22, 2012

Health Tip: Eat a Healthy Diet When Nursing

Health Tip: Take a Walk!

Hepatitis C Causing Liver Damage in Greater Numbers: Study

Injury-Linked Deaths Vary Widely Among States

Men Can Still Ask for PSA Test, and Some Should, Doctors Say

Middle-Aged Diabetics May Need Earlier Colon Checks

No Progress in Reducing U.S. Motorcycle Deaths: Report

Patients Prefer More Invasive Form of Colon Scan: Study

Sleep Apnea 'Mask' Might Also Help the Heart

Spider-Phobes May Get Quick Relief

Studies See Advances in Detecting, Treating Pancreatic Cancer

Study Ties Genes to Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, Prostate Cancer Risk

U.S. Liver Transplants Declining

U.S. Sees Drop in Deaths Linked to Diabetes

Birth Control Pills, HRT Tied to Digestive Ills

COPD Can Put a Damper on Sex Life

Could Compound in Artificial Sweeteners Worsen Crohn's Disease?

Dieting May Lower Hormone Levels Tied to Breast Cancer

Health Highlights: May 21, 2012

Health Tip: Comforting Baby's Pain

Health Tip: Use Proper Form When Running

More Research Points to Long-Term Ills With Bone Drugs

Moveable Magnets Used to Forge Gastric Bypass in Pigs

New Blood Thinner May Lower Chances of Clots in High-Risk Heart Patients: FDA

Night Staffing With Critical Care Docs May Lower ICU Death Rates

Obese More Likely to Be Diagnosed With Advanced Thyroid Cancer

Obese Teens Can Have Heart Damage Without Showing Signs

Severe Gum Disease, Impotence May Be Linked

Statins May Help Prevent Enlarged Prostate: Study

Study Supports Value of Sigmoidoscopy, an Alternative to Colonoscopy

Teens' Love of Loud Music Tied to Drinking, Drug Abuse

U.S. Advisers Say 'No' to Routine PSA Tests for Prostate Cancer

U.S. Teens Heading for Heart Trouble: Study

Vigorous Exercise Might Keep Psoriasis at Bay

Breathing Smog While Pregnant May Worsen Asthma in Offspring

Screening for Lung Cancer Might Benefit Those at Highest Risk

Sleep Apnea Linked to Higher Cancer Death Risk

Study Ties Secondhand Smoke to Bladder Irritation in Kids

Keeping Your Family Safe From Dog Bites

'Bad' Fat May Hurt Brain Function Over Time

Chronic Heartburn May Boost Risk for Esophageal Cancer

Fees Lead Some Kids to Skip After-School Sports: Survey

Females, Young Athletes Take Longer to Get Over Concussions

From One Generation to the Next, Dental Care Changes

Gene Tests May Not Drive Patients to More Medical Care

Health Highlights: May 18, 2012

Health Tip: Keep Cloth Grocery Totes Clean

Health Tip: Log Migraine Details in a Diary

Healthy Dieting in Pregnancy May Be Helpful

Melanoma a Big Threat to Older Men

Military Marriages Stay Strong in Face of Challenges: Study

One-Third of U.S. Homeless Population Is Obese: Study

Research With Dogs Points to Early Test for Arthritis

Test Baby Boomers for Hepatitis C, Says CDC

Tiny Tots in the Dentist's Chair Among Changes in Pediatric Dentistry

Underage Drinkers Can Easily Order Alcohol From the Internet

Athletes Really Do Play Through the Pain

Being Obese May Make Job Search Tougher

Benefits of Widespread Statin Use Outweigh Risks: Study

Diabetes Can Take a Toll on Your Emotions

Drowning Is Leading Cause of Kids' Accidental Death: CDC

Early Study Hints at Link Between Certain Sunscreens, Endometriosis

FDA Approves Generic Versions of Plavix

Fewer Young Americans Smoking, Survey Finds

'Fish Pedicure' a Recipe for Bacterial Infection, Researchers Warn

Generic Versions of Blood-Thinning Plavix Approved

Health Highlights: May 17, 2012

Health Tip: Avoid Cross-Contaminating Food

Health Tip: Get the Most From Your Nap

It's Not Just What You Eat, It's When You Eat, Mouse Study Finds

Looking Away As You Get Needle Does Lower Pain, Study Shows

OSHA's Safety Tests Protect Workers at Little Cost: Study

Parents Often Lose Sleep Over Child's Epilepsy, Study Finds

Study Explores Distraction's Role in Pain Relief

Advanced Prostate Cancer Drug May Help at Earlier Stage

'Blast Wind' Linked to Chronic Brain Injuries in Military

CDC Lowers Lead-Poisoning Threshold for Kids

Could Nasal Spray of 'Love Hormone' Treat Autism?

Daily Coffee May Help Keep Grim Reaper Away

Developmental Woes Common in Siblings of Children With Autism

Dinosaurs May Have Suffered From Arthritis

Education Is Key to Health: Report

Experimental Drug Helps Fight Some Childhood Cancers, Study Finds

Genetic Test May Spot Raised Autism Risk

Head Blows May Hamper Learning in College Athletes

Health Highlights: May 16, 2012

Health Tip: When Physical Therapy Ends

Health Tip: When Should I Wash My Hands?

Many Parents of Kids With Autism Don't Put Faith in Pediatricians

Many Primary Care Docs Don't Know Long-Term Effects of Chemo: Survey

Palpitations May Signal Future Heart Rhythm Problem

Paralyzed Patients Use Mind to Move Robotic Arm

Sleepwalking a Common Phenomenon in Adults

Some People Really Might Have 'Gaydar'

Study Links Antibiotic to Slight Rise in Heart Patients' Death Risk

Study Shows MS Patients at Most Risk for Drug-Linked Brain Illness

Two-Drug Combo May Be Safe for Melanoma Treatment

U.S. Bests Canada, Europe in Drug Approvals

Urban Hospitals May Act as Breeding Ground for MRSA

Are Post-Angioplasty Stress Tests Unnecessary?

Asthma Cases Continue to Rise in U.S., Affecting Millions

Beijing's Olympic Smog Shows Pollution's Effect on Health

Blacks, Hispanics Have Higher Colon Polyp Risk Than Previously Thought

Doctors Restore Some Hand Function to Quadriplegic Patient

FDA Panel Backs At-Home HIV Test

Fitness Fights High Blood Pressure, Even With Family History

Genes Might Be Key to Parkinson's Spread

Health Highlights: May 15, 2012

Health Tip: Exercising in the Heat

Health Tip: Put the Brakes on Drowsy Driving

Inhaled Steroids Lead to Big Drop in Asthma Deaths at Texas Hospital: Study

Plavix's New Generic Status Could Be Boon for Patients

Steroid Nasal Sprays Show Small Benefit for Sinusitis: Study

Trial Set to See if Drug Can Prevent Alzheimer's

Two-Drug Combo Helps Teens With Migraines

U.S. Assistance to Africa Cut AIDS-Related Deaths: Study

U.S. Task Force Issues Blood Pressure Guidelines

A Little More Education, a Little Longer Life?

Acupuncture May Help Ease Symptoms of COPD

Baby Bottles, Pacifiers, Sippy Cups Can Injure

Back Pain Therapy Often Yields Early Benefits: Study

'Button' Batteries Sending More Kids to ER: Study

Common Blood Pressure Drugs May Not Cut Colon Cancer Risk

Employment Prospects Dim for Young Adults With Autism

Eye Changes May Predict Heart Disease in Blacks With Diabetes

FDA Issues Multiple Sclerosis Drug Alert

For Dementia Patients, Feeding Tubes May Increase Bed Sores

Health Highlights: May 14, 2012

Health Tip: How to Wash Your Hands Properly

Health Tip: Tame Your Food Cravings

People With HIV at Higher Odds of Sudden Cardiac Death

Pot Might Help Ease Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Researchers Test Laxative-Free Colon Scan

Secondhand Smoke May Harm Heart Function

'Self-Managing' COPD Might Pose Risks, Study Suggests

Sleepwalking in Adults More Common Than Thought

Some Sports May Help Protect Men's Bones

In Rat Study, Eye Device Shows Promise for Restoring Sight

With Weights, You Can Lighten Your Load

Does Your Child Have Seasonal Allergies or a Cold?

Shape Up, Safely, for Summer

Availability of Beds, Poverty Drive Costly Hospital Readmissions

Blacks Less Likely to Get Help on Scene After Cardiac Arrest: Study

'Email Vacations' Boost Job Productivity, Lower Stress: Study

First, Second Kidney Transplants Have Similar Success: Study

Health Highlights: May 11, 2012

Health Tip: Having an Allergy to Medication

Health Tip: Help Prevent Gas in Babies

Is Combining Hysterectomy and a Tummy Tuck Safe?

Lifesaving Defibrillators Often Not Nearby When Needed

Older People With Dementia Cared for Mostly at Home

Oxygen Therapy Slows Type 1 Diabetes in Mice, Study Says

Sex After Heart Attack? Doc's OK May Be Key

Sooner Is Better for Controlling Obese Kids' Weight: Study

Weight-Loss Surgery May Also Help Menstruation, Skin, Hair

Women Exposed to Violence Might Have More Risky Sex

Black Africans Less Apt to Develop Heart Rhythm Disorder Than Whites

Blood Clot Risk Linked to Some Non-Pill Contraceptives

Clot-Buster Doesn't Raise Bleeding Risk in Warfarin Patients: Study

FDA Advisers Back Pill to Help Prevent HIV Infection

FDA Issues Warning on Controversial MS Treatment

FDA Panel Gives Blessing to New Weight-Loss Drug

Fitness in Middle Age Lowers Medical Costs Later: Study

Gut Bugs Might Influence Child's Odds for Obesity

Health Highlights: May 10, 2012

Health Tip: Do I Need the Meningococcal Vaccine?

Health Tip: When Your Knee is Unstable

Induced Labor Late in Pregnancy Has Pros, Cons

Many Women Still Smoke During Pregnancy

Many Young Adults at Risk of Skin Cancer: CDC

New Weight-Loss Drug Shows Promise in Trial

Only Half of Meds Taken by Kids Have 'Adequate' Safety Info: Study

Scleroderma Complications Worse in Blacks Than Whites: Study

Smell Tests Don't Predict Alzheimer's, Study Finds

Stem Cell Study Shows Promising Results Against Heart Failure

Strides Made in Diagnosing, Treating Lupus

Angioplasty May Be Risky for Those With Poor Leg Circulation

Can Testosterone Therapy Help Obese Men Lose Weight?

Colon Cancer Gaps for Blacks, Whites Largely Due to Screening

Evolution May Explain 'Runner's High,' Study Says

FDA Seeks Less Radiation for Kids Getting X-Rays, CT Scans

FDA Seems to Back Pill to Help Prevent HIV

Health Highlights: May 9, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Chronic Ear Infections

Health Tip: Make Sure Your Child's Bike is the Right Size

Infection Causes 1 in 6 Cancers Worldwide: Study

IUDs Work as Emergency Contraceptive: Review

Longer Commutes Drive Up Health Risks

New Drug Shows Promise for Myeloma Patients

Norovirus Outbreak Traced to Reusable Grocery Bag

Pot Belly Boosts Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death: Study

Rate of Hospitalizations for Stroke Has Declined in U.S.

Response to First Treatment May Predict Epilepsy's Course

Scientists Map Melanoma's Genome

Statins May Help Prevent Irregular Heartbeat in Elderly

Study: Kids Who Sleep in Parents' Bed Less Likely to Be Overweight

Wheelchair Breakdowns on the Rise, Study Finds

Cancer Cells in Bloodstream Show Great Diversity: Study

Could Eating Fast Increase Diabetes Risk?

Exercise May Boost Survival in Breast, Colon Cancer Patients

Eye Color May Help Predict Vitiligo Risk

Half of U.S. Counties Have No Ob-Gyn: Study

Health Highlights: May 8, 2012

Health Tip: What's Causing My Muscle Cramps?

Health Tip: When Gardening Triggers Back Pain

Home Birth Poses Danger for Higher-Risk Pregnancies: Study

Irregular Heartbeat Poses Greater Stroke Risk for Women Than Men

IUD Use Tied to Modest Weight Loss

Probiotic Products May Prevent Antibiotic-Linked Diarrhea

Screening Women for Domestic Violence Could Help Prevent Abuse

Sperm Collide Along Liquid Maze on Way to Fertilize Egg

That Long Commute May Be Harming Your Health

T-Shirt, Gift Card Giveaways Raise Blood Drives' Success

U.S. Report Outlines Strategies to Prevent Obesity

42% of Americans Could Be Obese by 2030: CDC

Aim Skin Cancer Warnings at the Young, Too, Experts Say

Birth Defect Rates Vary Depending on Fertility Treatment: Study

Depression in Mid-Life Linked to Higher Odds for Later Dementia

Exercise Can Help Fight Heart Failure

For Healthier Eating, Keep Fruits, Veggies Within Reach

Having a 'Purpose in Life' May Help Shield You From Dementia

Health Highlights: May 7, 2012

Health Tip: When Baby Has a Fever

Health Tip: Work on Good Posture

Kids Most Likely to Start Abusing Painkillers at 16: Study

Living Near Major Roads May Shorten Heart Attack Survival

Lots of TV May Harm Kids' Diet

People Love Talking About Themselves, Brain Scans Show

Study: More Pre-Teens Get Vaccines When Middle Schools Require Them

U.S. Obesity Rate Set to Soar, Costing Billions: CDC

Using Earplugs Eases ICU Patients' Confusion: Study

Zinc Pills May Shorten Colds, Analysis Suggests

Doctors Urge Routine Skin Screenings

Research May Point to New Obesity Treatments

City Bike-Share Riders Seldom Wear Helmets

A Heart Disease Veteran at Just Age 12

Attitude May Be Key to Overweight Girls' Risk of Depression

Germs Behind Urinary Tract Infections Becoming More Resistant to Drugs

Health Highlights: May 4, 2012

Health Tip: Make TV Time Exercise Time

Health Tip: Managing a Hammertoe

High Blood Pressure Risk Factors That May Surprise You

Mammograms Beat Thermography for Breast Cancer Detection: Study

Men's Breast Cancer Often More Deadly, Study Suggests

More College-Educated Women Having Children

Obese Drivers Less Likely to Buckle Up: Study

Older Lung Cancer Patients Less Likely to Be Treated

Prenatal Smoking Linked to High-Functioning Autism in Kids

Psychiatric Patients Often Wait Nearly 12 Hours in ER

Rising Obesity Rates Might Mean More Rheumatoid Arthritis

Screening for Other Health Problems May Aid COPD Survival

Swaddling Infants Too Tightly May Cause Hip Problems

Today's Kids May Be Destined for Adult Heart Disease

Antipsychotics Do Help Many With Schizophrenia, Study Finds

'Blond Genes' May Vary Around the World

Health Highlights: May 3, 2012

Health Tip: Be Alert for Signs of Preeclampsia

Health Tip: Recognize Early Signs of Autism

HIV Drug Tenofovir Safe During Pregnancy, Study Suggests

Hot Flashes More Likely for Certain Smokers, Study Says

In Some Brain Bleeds, Patients Do Better at High-Volume Hospitals

Joggers Live Longer, Study Says

Many Breast Cancer Patients in Their 40s Aren't 'High-Risk': Study

Migraines More Likely for People With Celiac Disease, Study Says

More Teen Girls Using Contraceptives: CDC

New Clues to the Evolution of the Human Brain

New Guidelines Issued for Severe Lupus

Overly Long Pregnancies Linked to Behavioral Problems in Toddlers

Positive Thinking, Persistence Pay Off in Job Search: Study

Researchers Rejuvenate Blood-Forming Stem Cells in Mice

U.S. Health Care Spending High, But Quality Lags: Report

Why You Overeat Even When You're Full

Aspirin as Effective as Warfarin for Heart Failure: Study

Clues to 'Slacker' Behavior Found in Brain, Study Says

Dengue Fever a Major Cost Burden in Puerto Rico

Eating More Foods Rich in Omega-3s May Lower Alzheimer's Risk: Study

Energy and Sports Drinks Eat Away at Teeth, Study Finds

Genes Might Cause Some to Shun Pork

Health Highlights: May 2, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Back Pain

Health Tip: Watch for Symptoms of Seizure

'Iceman' Mummy Yields Oldest Human Blood Cells

Less Invasive Heart Valve Replacement Works for Elderly: Study

Lower-Dose Radioiodine Effective Against Thyroid Cancer

On the Rise: More Babies Born Addicted to Painkillers

Once-Banned Bird Flu Study Suggests Pandemic Threat Is Real

Scientists Spot How Cox-2 Painkillers Raise Heart Risks

Study Finds Direct Link Between Obesity, Heart Disease

Study Redefines What a Healthy Vagina Is

Study: Gene Therapy for HIV Safe, But Effectiveness Still Unclear

U.S. Ranks 131st in World for Premature Birth Rate

Who's the Dad? First-Trimester Blood Test May Tell

Women Can Waive Test Before Incontinence Surgery: Study

Analysis Finds Clinical Trials Often Small, of Poor Quality

Arthritis in Children Linked to Infections

Better Ways Needed to Track Drug Safety: Report

Can Blood Test Predict Breast Cancer Risk?

Elelyso Approved for Gaucher Disease

Exercise Plus Computer Time May Boost Seniors' Brains

Fish Oil Doesn't Cut Failure Rate of Hemodialysis Grafts

For Breast Cancer Care, Radiation of Whole Breast May Be Best

Health Care Disparities Might Affect Black Kids' Cancer Survival

Health Highlights: May 1, 2012

Health Tip: Don't Forget Aerobic Exercise

Health Tip: Taking the Kids for a Shopping Cart Ride

Healthy Weight Loss May Also Cut Your Cancer Risk

How That Glass of Red Wine Might Help You Live Longer

Many Asthmatic Kids Harmed by Secondhand Smoke: Study

Seniors Undertreated for Asthma, and Many Skip Inhalers: Study

Study Downplays Risk of CT Scans

Tasers Can Trigger Fatal Heart Trouble, Study Says

Women More Likely to Survive Melanoma Than Men: Study

Anxiety, Depression Often Go Hand-in-Hand With Arthritis

Children Usually Excluded From Clinical Drug Trials: Study

Exercise Twice a Day Vital for Your Dog's Health, Expert Says

Having Kids Doesn't Inspire Adults to Eat Healthier: Study

Health Highlights: April 30, 2012

Health Tip: Caring for a Blister

Health Tip: Installing a Playground at Home

Heart Attack Survival Varies Widely Among Hospitals, Study Finds

Hot Weather's Return Brings Ozone Warnings

Insecticide Linked to Brain Abnormalities in Kids

Less-Invasive Surgery for Esophageal Cancer Might Be Safer

More Evidence Bilingualism Aids Thinking Skills

Mothers' Stress Could Cause Iron Deficiency in Newborns

Pacifiers Don't Discourage Breast-Feeding, Study Says

Routine Kidney Disease Screening Not Worthwhile, Experts Say

U.S. Sees Tripling of Babies Born Addicted to Painkillers

Being Bullied Tied to Anxiety, Depression in Special-Needs Kids

Cellphones, Texting Put Teen Drivers in Danger, Studies Show

Secondhand Smoke Permeates Many Apartment Buildings: Study

Teen Impulsiveness Has Different Sources in ADHD, Substance Use

TV Ads May Play Role in Underage Drinking, Obesity

Two-Drug Therapy Helped Kids With Type 2 Diabetes

Black Kids Less Apt to Get Meds for Stomach Pain in ER: Study

Low-Income Mothers May Overfeed Their Infants

Parents' Poor Math Skills May = Medication Errors

Adjusting Your Attitude About Chronic Pain May Help You Sleep

Afinitor Approval Expanded to Include Benign Kidney Tumors

Animals More Interesting to Kids Than Toys, Study Shows

Blood Clot Risk for Outpatients Needs More Attention: Study

Bullied Children at Greater Risk for Self-Harm, Study Finds

FDA Approves New Impotence Drug Stendra

Health Highlights: April 27, 2012

Health Tip: Caring for a Sunburn

Health Tip: What Constitutes 'Healthy Eating?'

Heart Test Spots Sudden Death Risk in Young Athletes

Leisurely Strolls More Popular, Yet Walk Times Shorter: CDC

Levaquin Approved to Treat or Prevent Plague

More Babies Today Have Irregular Head Shape: Expert

Rate of Statin-Linked Muscle Woes Unclear, Study Suggests

Research Gets Closer to Genetic Roots of Glaucoma

Some Schools Don't Let Kids Carry Asthma Inhalers

Study Recommends Putting Your Left Face Forward

Taking Away Car Keys Can Be Tough for Older Drivers

Upper-Body Strength Key for NASCAR Drivers

Vitamin D May Affect Lung Transplant Success

Votrient Approved to Treat Cancer That Begins in Soft Tissue

Americans Support Medicare Reform, But Not on Their Dime: Poll

Analytical Thinkers Seem to Be Less Religious, Study Suggests

Another Drug 'Take-Back Day' Scheduled for Saturday

Anti-Smoking TV Ads From Tobacco Industry Don't Help

Battling the Bullying of an Autistic Child

College Kids Often Use Cell Phones While Driving: Study

Eating Berries Might Help Preserve Your Memory

Fatigue Not a Factor in Fibromyalgia Pain, Study Says

Health Highlights: April 26, 2012

Health Tip: Dealing With Stress

Health Tip: Why Is My Aging Skin So Dry?

Healthy Behaviors Extend Life After Cancer, Experts Say

Kids' Kidney Transplant Rules May Have Shrunk 'Race Gap'

Many U.S. Workers Sleep-Deprived: CDC

Preventable Injuries Sideline One-Third of Young Athletes

Scientists Identify Gene Behind Pygmies' Short Stature

Toxic Gas in Dogs' Vomit a Threat to Vets: CDC

Air Quality Improving in Many U.S. Cities: Report

Aromatherapy: More Than Just a Pleasant Scent?

Donor Kidney Re-Used in Second Patient After Failing in First

Early Menopause Tied to Osteoporosis in 29-Year Study

Experimental Drug Eases Autistic Behaviors in Mice

Has the 'G-Spot' Been Confirmed at Last?

Health Highlights: April 25, 2012

Health Tip: Stress Fracture of the Foot

Health Tip: When Seniors Are Malnourished

Heroin Addicts Have Higher Pain Sensitivity, Even During Treatment

Leaded Gas Exposure Linked to Later Violence: Study

Life Transitions May Trigger Eating Disorders

Low-Radiation CT Scans Effective at Spotting Appendicitis: Study

Many Who First Misuse Prescription Pills Get Them From Friends, Family: Report

New Guidelines Issued on Migraine Prevention

New Techniques May Improve Infant Heart Surgery

Poor Sleep Heightens 'Ringing Ear' Disease Symptoms: Study

Stopping Blood Thinners Raises Stroke Risk for Patients With Irregular Heartbeat

Warnings on Cigarette Packs May Keep Ex-Smokers From Relapse

Botox Offers Little Relief for Migraine, Study Finds

Bullying, Violence Linked to Faster Aging in Kids

Cocaine Habit Might Speed Brain Aging

Could the Childhood Obesity 'Epidemic' Be Ebbing?

Dark Chocolate May Lower Risk of Heart Disease

Health Highlights: April 24, 2012

Health Tip: Eat Less

Health Tip: Help Prevent a Pulled Muscle

Hospital Charges Show Huge Variance in Study

Impulsive Tots at Risk for Gambling Problems Later: Study

Many First-Graders Shun Overweight, Obese Kids

New Clues to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Pacemakers, Defibrillators Sources of Deadly Infections: Study

Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Often Not Followed: Study

Quality Nursing May Protect Very Low Birth Weight Babies

Stress May Be Tougher on Women's Hearts Than Men's: Study

Study Explores Fish Oil's Healthy Effect on Heart

Texting May Help More Kids Get Flu Shots

'Watch-and-Wait' Approach Best When Water Breaks Before Labor: Study

Can Heavy Metal in Foods, Cosmetics Spur Breast Cancer Spread?

Cost of Snakebite Therapy May Squeeze Victims' Wallets

Cyberbullying May Call for New Prevention Tactics

Health Highlights: April 23, 2012

Health Tip: Overcoming Obstacles to Exercise

Health Tip: Recognize Common Symptoms of Menopause

Hispanics Seem to Have Better Odds of Lung Cancer Survival

Measles Deaths Falling Worldwide

Migraine Guidelines: What Works, What Doesn't

'Publication Bias' Casts Doubt on Value of Antidepressants for Autism

Shingles Vaccine Safe, Underutilized, Study Says

Strength Training May Give Boost to Seniors' Brains

Stricter Seat Belt Laws Get Teens to Buckle Up, Study Shows

Thyroid Condition Linked to Heart Problems: Study

Wartime Killing May Raise Veterans' Thoughts of Suicide

Wife's Breast Cancer Can Hurt Husband's Health Too: Study

'Ice Cream Headaches' Might Offer Clues to Migraines

Tick Season Starting Early This Year

Close Laundry Detergent Right After Use, Expert Says

On-the-Job Injuries Can Be Lethal to U.S. Teens

'Catastrophic' Head Injuries to High School Football Players Rising

Childhood Obesity May Raise Odds of Adult Liver Cancer

Could Your Personality Be Reflected in Your Pooch?

Depression Linked to Higher Odds for Poor Leg Circulation

For Some, Glaucoma Strikes at a Young Age

Glaucoma Need Not Steal Sight, Experts Say

Half-Siblings of Those With Autism at Raised Risk for Disorder: Study

Health Highlights: April 20, 2012

Health Tip: Consider Kickboxing

Health Tip: When Your Child is Stressed

Joint-Replacement Failure Rate Higher for Smokers: Studies

Long MP3 Playlists Lead to Distracted Drivers

Lower Risk for Bowel Obstruction With Less Invasive Surgery: Study

Men More Prone to Complications After Brain, Spine Surgery

Talking to Yourself Could Have Mental Benefits

U.S. Children Exposed to Hours of Background TV Daily

U.S. Gives Green Light to Publish Controversial Bird Flu Research

After Hospitalization, Men More Likely to Show Up in ER

Basketball Legend Pat Summitt Leaving as Tennessee Women's Coach

Bedbugs Can Infest Your Office, Too

Diabetes Groups Issue New Guidelines on Blood Sugar

Early Use of MS Drug May Cut Likelihood of Progression

Exercise May Help Patients With High Blood Pressure Live Longer

Gene Behind Psoriasis Identified, Researchers Say

Genes Associated With Autism Also Related to Schizophrenia

Health Tip: Add Flavor, Without Salt, to Your Food

Health Tip: Touch, Sing and Play With Baby

Healthy Lifestyle Choices Could Cut Cancer Rates: Report

Low-Fat Dairy Linked to Lower Stroke Risk

Measles Outbreaks in 2011 Were Worst in 15 Years: CDC

New Psoriasis Drugs Not Much Better Than Standard Therapy, Study Finds

'No Regrets' Outlook May Make for Sunnier Old Age

Online Dating Scams Can Take Emotional, Financial Toll

Scoliosis Treatment Might Reduce Need for Surgeries

Study Pinpoints New Abnormality in 'Athlete's Heart'

Value of Metformin, Insulin Combo for Type 2 Diabetes Questioned

Anxiety Linked to Smarts in Brain Study

Chemo + Radiation Best for Bladder Cancer, Study Finds

College Athletes in Low-Contact Sports Have More Overuse Injuries

Deadly 'Choking Game' Appeals to Young Teens

EPA to Cut Air Pollution from Natural Gas 'Fracking'

Everyday Activities Might Lower Alzheimer's Risk

Experimental Gel May Help Those With Advanced Parkinson's

Half of Young Cigarette Smokers Also Smoke Pot: Survey

Health Highlights: April 18, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Foot and Ankle Injuries

Health Tip: Seniors Need Their Nutrients

Many Call Center Workers Plagued by Voice Woes

More Smog Might Mean More Hospitalizations

No Proof That Gum Disease Causes Heart Disease, Experts Say

Optimism Might Cut Your Risk for Heart Attack

Researchers Repair Damage Caused by Heart Attacks in Mice

Use of Ecstasy, Speed by Teens Tied to Later Depression

Warren Buffett Has Early Stage Prostate Cancer

When Does Boxing-Related Head Trauma Become Too Much?

Women With Older Partners More Often Admitted to Nursing Homes

Avastin No Benefit to Older Lung Cancer Patients: Study

Brain Changes May Hamper Decision-Making in Old Age

Brain Surgery Might Ease Tough-to-Treat OCD

Brain Tumor Vaccine Shows Promise in Early Trial

Depressed Moms May Hinder Babies' Sleep

Health Highlights: April 17, 2012

Health Tip: Avoid Asthma Triggers

Health Tip: Is That Bump a Bunion?

Helicopter Beats Ground Transport for Trauma Victims: Study

HIV Prevention Pill Cost-Effective for High-Risk Men: Study

Kidney Cancer Patients Fare Better With Tumor Removal Only

New Method to Reveal Alzheimer's Marker Shows Promise

Overweight Pregnant Women at Higher Risk for Complications

Researchers Develop Blood Test for Depression

Role of Screening, Monitoring in Early Kidney Disease Unclear

Seniors Stop Taking Heart Drugs In Medicare 'Donut Hole'

Social Factors May Affect Lifespan More Than Race, Location

Study Casts Doubt on Value of Pricey Prostate Cancer Therapy

Testosterone Supplements Might Help Patients With Heart Failure

White House Drug Policy Shifts Strategy

12-Step Meetings May Help Teens Beat Alcohol, Drug Abuse

Chin Implant Surgeries On the Rise in U.S.

Death From Accidental Injuries Among Kids Drops 30%: CDC

Dissolvable Heart Artery Stents Appear Safe in Study

Experimental Pill for Multiple Sclerosis Shows Promise

Fast Food Is Saltier in U.S. Than Overseas

Fish Oil Supplements Won't Help in Multiple Sclerosis: Study

Health Highlights: April 16, 2012

Health Tip: Seniors, Boost Your Balance

HIV Raises Anal Cancer Risk in Women, Study Says

Media Multitasking Might Have Mental Upside

'Off-Label' Drug Use Appears Common

Steroids May Help Some With Sciatica

Surgery Rates Rising for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Study

Tattoos, Piercings Tied to Heavier Drinking in French Study

Troubled Homes May Fuel Obesity in Girls

Weight-Loss Surgery Beat Drugs for Cutting Diabetes in Very Obese

Young Risk-Takers Drawn to Dangerous 'Choking Game'

Cadmium Exposure May Boost Breast Cancer Risk

Certain Genetic Regions May Be Tied to Osteoporosis

Circumcision May Lower Risk for Prostate Cancer

Dietary Preferences Tied to Age, Race, and Location

On-Screen Smoking, Drinking Influence Teen Behavior

Researchers ID Genes That May Determine Mental Illness

Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Tied to Heart Disease

Too Few Women Seek Testing for Chlamydia

White Rice May Raise Risk for Diabetes

Exercise May Boost Breast Cancer Patients' Quality of Life

Study Probes How Sad Movies Make Viewers Happy

Alternative Therapies Aren't Used as Substitutes for Asthma Meds: Study

CT Scans Deliver More Radiation to Obese People: Study

Drug Approved to Treat High Blood Pressure

Even Preschoolers View the Overweight Negatively

Even Young Teens Show Signs of Sun Damage

Gay Adults Rejected by Parents Have Worse Health, Study Finds

Health Highlights: April 13, 2012

Health Tip: When It's Wise to Have Wisdom Teeth Removed

Health Tip: Have a Safe Picnic

Here Are Fruits, Veggies That Offer Best Bang for Your Buck

Mental Illness Tied to Higher Rates of Physical Problems: Report

Obese Workers' Health Care Costs Top Those of Smokers

'Red Tide' Likely in New England This Season, Experts Warn

Researchers Map Brain Regions Linked to Intelligence

Single 'Boomers' Struggling as They Age: Study

Substance Abusers, Even Recovering Ones, May Face Stigma

Women Less Apt Than Men to Get Recommended Daily Exercise

Baldness Drug May Cause Sexual Side Effects: FDA

Common Plastics Chemical Might Boost Diabetes Risk

DNA Testing Finds Allergens, Toxins in Traditional Chinese Medicines

Even Toddlers Succumb to Peer Pressure, Study Says

Head, Body Lice Are Genetically Very Similar

Health Highlights: April 12, 2012

Health Tip: Consider These Diabetes 'Superfoods'

Health Tip: Keep the Weight Off

Herbal Remedy Ingredient Tied to Cancer, Kidney Failure

More Unmarried Couples Having Babies: CDC

Mouse Study Hints at New Path for Diabetes Treatment

Obesity's Health Costs Double Earlier Estimates

Over-the-Counter Bug Bite Remedies Don't Work: Report

Parents of Kids With Cancer No More Likely to Break Up

Passengers on 'Bat' Plane Cleared of Rabies Risk

Politics May Get in the Way of Empathy, Research Shows

Vitamin D Doesn't Help Kids Do Better in School, Study Finds

What Causes Hot Flashes, Anyway?

Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects May Last for Years

Codeine After Surgery Could Endanger Certain Kids: Study

Colonoscopy Isn’t First Choice for Many

Disrupted Sleep May Raise Risk for Obesity, Diabetes: Study

Drug May Prevent Pancreatitis After Digestive Procedure

FDA Seeks to Limit Antibiotics in Animal Feed

FDA Seeks to Limit Antibiotics in Animal Feed

Health Highlights: April 11, 2012

Health Tip: Know Your Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis

Health Tip: Talk to Your Doctor Before You Are Pregnant

Huntington's Disease Linked to Reduced Cancer Risk in Study

In Mice, Drug Reverses Symptoms of Condition Linked to Autism

Mobile Stroke Units Might Trim Time to Treatment

Newer Antidepressants May Be Safe for Parkinson's Patients

Nonsurgical Method to Measure Brain Pressure Shows Promise

People Carrying Guns May Appear Bigger Than They Are

Some Folks Just Can't Help Being Nice, Study Suggests

Spouses of Cancer Patients May Have Raised Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke

Study Shows New Option for Kids With Tough-to-Treat Leukemia

White Women Make Up Bulk of Assisted-Living Residents

Certain Birth Control Pills May Carry Higher Blood Clot Risk: FDA

Common Blood Pressure Drug Safe for Heart Failure: Study

Dental X-Rays May Be Linked to Benign Brain Tumors

Dieters Share Success Strategies

EKG Heart Test May Predict Risk in Older Adults

Health Highlights: April 10, 2012

Health Tip: Buy Lean Meat

Health Tip: Prevent Periodontal Disease

High Blood Pressure May Be Especially Lethal for Blacks

Many Patients Skip Recommended Colonoscopy: Study

Online Tool Could Diagnose Autism Quickly, Developers Say

Sexual Abuse May Put Boys at Risk for Unsafe Sex

Short Walks May Ease Fatigue in Pancreatic Cancer Patients

Sibling Had a Stroke? Your Risk Might Rise, Too

Tax Day May Drive Up Fatal Crash Rates

U.S. Panel Rejects Ovarian Cancer Screening

U.S. Spends Too Little on Public Health Initiatives: Report

U.S. Teen Births Hit Record Low

Young Americans Need to Cut Calorie Intake: Study

Being Ignored Feels Just as Bad Online

Cancer Care Costs Higher in U.S. Than Europe, But Survival Longer

Children Born to Obese Moms May Face Higher Autism Risk: Study

Cholesterol Levels Vary Widely by Country: Study

Climate Change Could Be Tough on Seniors' Health: Study

Could Menthol Cigarettes Pose Even Higher Stroke Risk?

Eye Tremors May Aid Early Diagnosis of Parkinson's: Study

Feeling 'Trapped,' Obligated Raises Odds of Job Burnout: Study

Gastro Woes Often Strike Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

Health Highlights: April 9, 2012

Health Tip: New Moms Need Care, Too

Health Tip: The Causes of Corns

Lung Cancer Screening Might Pay Off, Analysis Shows

Minorities, Medicare Recipients Less Likely to Get Antidepressants

Omega-3 Supplements No Help Against Repeat Heart Trouble: Review

Researchers Find Genes Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Teen Drinking May Boost Odds of Precancerous Breast Changes

Urinary Incontinence Drugs May Be More Trouble Than They're Worth

Experts Offer Advice After Yankee Pitcher's Trampoline Injury

Gene Discovery May Move Personalized Stomach Cancer Treatment Forward

Scientists Pinpoint Childhood Obesity Genes

Dentists Play Key Role in Detecting Oral Cancer

Heavy Backpacks Give Kids Back Trouble

Anxiety Might Help People Sniff Out Threats

Bilingual Kids Are Better Multi-Taskers, Study Says

Diagnostic Scans Tied to Radiation Risk for Gastro Patients

Emotional Trauma May Hurt Toddlers' Later Learning

Esophageal Cancer Surgery Can Leave Lingering Health Problems, Study Says

Forgoing Medication, for Baby's Sake

Health Highlights: April 6, 2012

Health Tip: Control Portion Sizes at Home

Health Tip: What Triggers Ingrown Toenails?

Overuse Injuries Common Among Female College Athletes

Pharmacy 'Robots' Linked to Bacterial Contamination of Drugs

Planning Pregnancy May Cut Birth Defects

Pregnancy Length May Influence Severity of Autism

Rapid Asthma Treatment in ER May Prevent Admission

Resolutions Revisited

Depression, Anxiety Tied to Physical Disabilities in Seniors

ER Docs Can Help Curb Patient Alcohol Abuse, Drunk Driving

False-Positive Mammogram Results May Turn Out Not to Be: Study

Follow-Up Procedures Common in Women After Breast-Conserving Surgery

Health Highlights: April 5, 2012

Health Tip: How to Avoid Secondhand Smoke

Health Tip: Traveling By Plane During Pregnancy?

Improved Stem Cell Line May Avoid Tumor Risk: Study

Infection Might Raise Blood Clot Risk for Older Adults: Study

Parents of Children With Cancer Wary of Online Health Information

Pesticides May Be Linked to Slightly Smaller Babies, Shorter Pregnancies

Sex Education Efforts Lagging in Schools, CDC Says

Study Finds Antibiotics Best for Appendicitis

Study Suggests Treating Dyslexia Before Kids Learn to Read

Taking Multivitamins Won't Prevent Canker Sores, Study Says

Texting in College Classrooms Common, Distracting

Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis Early and Aggressively: Guidelines

U.S. Poultry Still Fed Banned Antibiotics: Report

Women on Dialysis May Experience Sexual Problems: Survey

Berries, Tea May Cut Men's Odds for Parkinson's: Study

Better Safeguards Needed for Imported Food, Drugs: Report

Brain Falters Near End of Life, but Games, Puzzles Might Slow Decline

Cancer Diagnosis May Raise Odds for Suicide, Heart Attack Death

Depo-Provera Birth Control Might Raise Breast Cancer Risk

Doctors Detail High Costs of Fighting Malpractice Claims

Early Study Finds Some Promise for Lung Cancer Vaccine

From a Failed Vaccine, New Insights Into Fighting HIV

Health Highlights: April 4, 2012

Health Tip: Stop Toddler Tantrums Before They Start

Health Tip: Ways to Keep Your Memory Sharp

HPV-Related Head, Neck Cancers on the Rise

More Fake Avastin Found in U.S., FDA Says

Narcissists Often Ace Job Interviews, Study Finds

New Lupus Genes Identified

Obese White Women Shying Away From Colon Cancer Screening

Physician Groups Call for Fewer Medical Tests

Researchers Find Gene Mutations That May Be a Key to Autism

Study: Better Method Needed to Assess Body Fat

Witnessing, Experiencing Traumatic Events May Worsen Heart Disease

Antibiotics Linked to Retinal Detachment Risk

BBQ Danger: Wires From Grill Cleaners Swallowed in Food

Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won't Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study

Drug Patch Approved for Advanced Parkinson's and Restless Leg Syndrome

Epilepsy Leads to More Brain Abnormalities Over Time

Experimental Chemo Combo for Colon Cancer Disappoints

For Many Girls, Slimming Down Doesn't Help Self-Esteem

Health Highlights: April 3, 2012

Health Tip: Healthy Eating While Vacationing

Health Tip: More Reasons to Quit Smoking

New Stool Test Might Aid in Early Detection of Colon Cancer

No Added Cancer Risk From Hip Replacement Materials: Study

Prenatal Antipsychotic Drugs Linked to Motor Delays: Study

Preteens More Likely to Report HPV Vaccine Side Effects

Reported Decline in U.S. Pneumonia Deaths May Be False: Study

Study Suggests Vaccine May Help Kids With Brain Cancer

Taller, Heavier Women May Face Higher Ovarian Cancer Risk

Ultrasound, MRI Might Spot Cancer in Dense Breast Tissue

Veggies Like Broccoli, Cabbage May Help Fight Breast Cancer: Study

You Survived Cancer: Now Pay Attention to Your Overall Health

Young Women Who Drink and Drive at Higher Risk of Fatal Accident

CDC: Americans' Levels of Vitamins, Nutrients Basically OK

Certain Children With Autism Show More Improvement Than Others

Drug, Alcohol Abuse Common Among U.S. Teens, Study Finds

Early Study Hints That Breast Cancer Vaccine Might Work

Health Highlights: April 2, 2012

Health Tip: Caring for Stitches

Health Tip: Selecting a Childcare Provider

Immune-Based Drug Combo Might Extend Cancer Survival

Many Preschoolers Not Getting Enough Outdoor Play

Measles Vaccines Won't Raise Seizure Risk in Young Kids: Study

New Drug Might Reduce an Alzheimer's Marker: Study

Osteoporosis Drugs May Lead to Eye Trouble: Study

Personal Gene Mapping Has Limits, Study Says

Pets at Work Keep Workers Happy

Routine Mammography May Lead to Overdiagnosis: Study

Smelly Urine a Red Flag for Kids' UTI

Study Supports CPR Chest Compressions for Cardiac Arrest

U.S. Women Could Be More Obese Than Believed

Why Stress Might Make You Sick

HPV Infection Lasts Longer in Young Black Women: Study

Long-Term Estrogen Therapy Does Up Breast Cancer Risk: Study

Melanoma Rates On the Rise Among Young Adults: Study

Diabetes Drug Metformin Might Also Help Fight Cancer

Most People Can't Tell a Tree Nut From a Peanut

New Scanning Technology Might Help Guide Prostate Cancer Care

U.S. Advisers Say It's Now Safe to Publish Bird Flu Studies

Changes in Insurance Make ER Visits More Likely: Study

Diet, Smoking May Affect MS Progression

Drugs Previously Thought to Be Toxic May Stop Spread of Cancer

FDA Calls on Tobacco Companies to List Harmful Ingredients

Fewer U.S. Med Students Choose Psychiatry: Report

For Better Mouse Studies, Let Them Nest

Health Highlights: March 30, 2012

Health Tip: Caring for a Chemical Burn

Health Tip: Partners Have a Role in Pregnancy

Justices Meet to Decide Fate of Health-Reform Legislation

Obstructive Sleep Apnea May Be Linked to Depression

Secondhand Smoke Affects Young Girls More Than Boys: Study

Study Weighs In on Diets for Kids

Thyroid Surgery Riskier for Older Patients: Study

Two-Thirds of Kids With Autism Have Been Bullied: Study

U.S. Women in Labor Longer Than They Were 50 Years Ago

Warm Weather Triggers Early Allergy Season

When Paramedics Suspect Stroke, They're Usually Right

911 Dispatchers May Suffer From Post-Traumatic Stress

Chocolate a Sweet Remedy for Many Ills?

Dating Violence Common by 7th Grade: Survey

Depression Often Follows Stroke, But Treatment Lacking

First Bedside Gene Test Shows Promise

Health Highlights: March 29, 2012

Health Tip: Diabetics, Avoid Too Much Salt

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Gum Disease

Heavier Baby Girls at Higher Risk for Diabetes, Heart Woes as Adults

Immersion Beats Classroom for Mastering a Foreign Tongue: Study

Inadequate Bowel Prep May Invalidate Colonoscopy

Legal Experts Offer Predictions on Fate of Health-Reform Legislation

People Stir Up Millions of Bacteria When Entering a Room: Study

States' Efforts to Boost Cigarette Taxes Slows: CDC

Stigma, Shame Can Worsen Depression in Lung Cancer Patients

'Superinfected' Patients Give Clues to Fighting HIV

The Human Brain: Not a Tangle, But a Grid

U.S. Autism Rate Rises to 1 in 88 Children, CDC Reports

Wireless Skin Patch Developed to Transmit Medical Info

Analysts Differ on Role of 'Individual Mandate' to Health-Reform Law

Antipsychotic Drugs Might Raise Heart Attack Risk: Study

Early, Temporary HIV Treatment Can Postpone Long-Term Therapy

Even a Little Drinking May Raise Breast Cancer Risk: Study

FDA Adds More Warnings to Antidepressant's Label

Gastrointestinal Tumor Patients Live Longer on Cancer Drug

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Health Tip: Why Am I Constipated?

Justices Debate Whether Health-Care Law Can Stand Without Mandate

Lifestyle Changes Help Type 2 Diabetics Keep Moving

Moderate Drinking Might Help Men Live Longer After Heart Attack

Obesity Rates Rise Among Mexican-Americans: Report

Older Travelers at Much Higher Risk of Dying From Malaria

Pay-for-Performance Hospitals Don't Offer Better Care: Study

Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Who Quit Statins May Face Raised Death Risk

Screening for Heart Disease in Women

Study Reveals Trigger That May Speed Melanoma Growth

Two Experimental Drugs Could Improve Psoriasis Treatment

U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report

Black Women, Uninsured Get Worse Ovarian Cancer Care: Study

Bypass Surgery May Be Better Than Angioplasty for Seniors

Cardiac Cocktail Delivered by Paramedics May Save Lives

Community Hospitals Safe for Angioplasty: Study

Could Unroasted Coffee Beans Help You Shed Pounds?

Defibrillator Implantation May Be Riskier for Underweight Patients

Health Highlights: March 27, 2012

Health Tip: Get Ready for Your Marathon

Health Tip: Keep Toenails Healthy

Heart Screenings Yield More False-Positives Among Black Athletes

High Out-of-Pocket Costs for Kids' Asthma Drugs Could Pose Dangers

HPV Vaccine May Help Women With Cervical Conditions

Omontys Approved for Anemic People With Kidney Disease

Research Shows How Colds Lead to Coughing, Wheezing

Supreme Court Justices Zero In on Key Provision of Health-Care Law

Tighter Recommendations Issued for Blood Cell Transfusions

Warfarin Helps Cut Stroke Risk, Researchers Report

Widespread CPR Training Could Boost Heart Attack Survival Rates

1 in 5 Pharmacies Hinders Teens' Access to 'Morning-After' Pill: Study

Bacteria From Mouth Can Lead to Heart Inflammation: Study

Bed-Sharing, Smoking Play Role in Sudden Infant Death

CT Scans Can Spot Heart Trouble Fast

Does Chocolate Help You Stay Slim?

Few Young Women With Cancer Take Steps to Preserve Fertility

'Freezing' Secondary Breast Cancer Tumors Shows Promise

Health Highlights: March 26, 2012

Health Tip: Watch for Choking Hazards

Health Tip: Why You Need Aerobic Exercise

New Injection Might Lower Tough-to-Treat Cholesterol

Ob/Gyn Visit a Good Time to Screen for Heart Disease: Study

People With Autism May Be Better at Processing Information

Should Cystic Fibrosis Patients Get So Many Antibiotics?

Supreme Court Begins Review of Affordable Care Act

Teen Girl Drivers Likelier to Use Electronic Devices: Study

Too Much Sitting Can Kill You, Study Suggests

Weight-Loss Surgeries May Beat Standard Treatments for Diabetes

Both Too Little and Too Much Sleep Bad for the Heart: Study

Could Soy Help Lower Your Blood Pressure?

Don't Forget to Eat Your Fruits, Veggies ... and Popcorn?

Health Highlights: March 25, 2012

Low 'Bad' Cholesterol Levels May Be Linked to Cancer Risk

Low-Dose Daily Aspirin Enough to Help Heart Attack Patients: Study

Showing Patients Images of Their Clogged Arteries a Powerful Wake-Up Call

Stem-Cell Trial Failed to Treat Heart Failure

ADHD Diagnosis Rates Rose Sharply in Past Decade

Caring Teachers May Help Keep Kids From Trying Alcohol, Drugs

Coffee Doesn't Affect Psoriasis Risk After All, Researchers Say

Health Highlights: March 23, 2012

Health Tip: If You Can't Sleep

Health Tip: Managing Weight Gain

Helpline, Free Nicotine Patches Don't Help Smokers Quit: Study

Hormonal Changes May Trigger Migraines in Some Women

Living Alone Linked to Greater Risk of Depression: Study

Most Anal Lesions Don't Cause Cancer in Men, Research Shows

New Device Approved for Lingering GERD

Obese Women at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study

Patient Sexual History Key to Good Ob-Gyn Care

Study Might Explain Brain Overgrowth Seen in Autism

Talking About Weight Tied to Poor Self-Image, Depression: Study

Treating Gum Disease May Help Diabetics Avoid Complications

Vacationing With a Wanderer Demands Planning

When a Child With Autism Wanders, It's Crucial to Stay a Step Ahead

Adults Seem to Have Most Impact on Teens' School Success

Age of Live Kidney Donor Makes Little Difference in Organ's Health

Allergies Ahead of Schedule in Eastern United States

Analysts Debate Importance of the 'Individual Mandate' to Health-Reform Law

Antidepressants May Raise Risk for Pregnancy Complication

Breathing Smog in Pregnancy Linked to Child's Behavior Problems

Common Respiratory Virus Affecting Many Young Children

Could Two Words Help You Resist Temptation?

Dense Breasts May Be Linked to Cancer Recurrence

FDA Mulls Expanding Patients' Access to Certain Drugs

Fewer Americans Tying the Knot, Survey Shows

Hair Care Can Pose Health Risks for Black Women

Health Highlights: March 22, 2012

Health Tip: Choose Diabetes-Friendly Meals

Health Tip: Spot the Symptoms of GERD

Legal Experts See a Close Win for Health-Reform Law

Medicaid Expansion Is a Key Part of Affordable Care Act

Obesity Linked to Poorer Mental Skills in Seniors

Parents Should Lead By Example in Weight Loss, Study Finds

Supreme Court Prepares to Tackle Affordable Care Act

U.S. Tuberculosis Cases Hit Record Low, CDC Says

Alternative Medicine May Help Ease Chronic Sinusitis

Antibiotics Useless for Most Sinus Infections, Experts Say

Brain Scans Suggest How Alzheimer's Spreads

Experts Voice Concern Over Synthetic ‘Pot’ Use in Teens

Fatty Meals Could Trigger Inflammation for Diabetics

Foods' Aromas Might Help You Lose Weight

Health Highlights: March 21, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Heel Problems

Health Tip: Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage

Hospitalization May Hasten Seniors' Memory Decline

New Blood Test May Predict Heart Attack

New Drug Bests Standard Treatment for Certain Strokes

Pregnancy Safe for Women With Estrogen-Sensitive Breast Cancer

Research Spots Potential New Target in Fight Against Baldness

Statin Alternative Looks Promising in Early Trials

Two Studies Find Routine Mammography Saves Lives

U.S. Health Systems Not Ready for Catastrophes: Report

U.S. Underestimates Long-Term Costs of Obesity, Experts Say

Adrenaline Therapy for Cardiac Arrest Linked to Worse Outcomes

Blood Pressure Variance Between Arms Points to Heart Risk

Corner Stores Stock Healthier Foods After Aid Program Changes

Health Highlights: March 20, 2012

Health Tip: Am I at Risk for Gum Disease?

Health Tip: Manage the Pain of a Neck Sprain

Ibuprofen May Ward Off Altitude Sickness

Infants' Faces Trigger Caregiving Impulse in Adults' Brains

Insects Behind Chagas Disease Are Feeding on Humans in the U.S.

Less Heart Disease Among Women in Wealthier States: Study

Many Americans Ambivalent Over Laws Aimed at Healthy Living

More Evidence Shows That Daily Aspirin Might Combat Cancer

Northeast U.S. Should Brace for Spike in Lyme Disease: Expert

Physician Misconduct Showing Up on the Internet: Survey

Some People More Prone to Drinking Blackouts: Study

Stem Cell Therapy Could Boost Kidney Transplant Success: Study

Study Suggests Mental 'Fog' of Menopause Is Real

Vitamin E Supplements Don't Affect Heart Failure Risk: Study

Antioxidants May Not Help Alzheimer's Patients

Appeals Court Backs FDA Move for Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs

Could Statins Help Prevent Pneumonia?

Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Colleges Millions Annually

Exercise May Trigger Orgasm in Some Women

Generic Boniva Approved for Osteoporosis

Health Highlights: March 19, 2012

Health Tip: Dealing With Insomnia

Health Tip: Encourage Your Kids to Choose Healthy Snacks

ICU May Not Be Needed After Sleep Apnea Surgery

Kids of Meth-Using Moms at Risk of Behavioral Woes

Kids Using Synthetic Pot a Growing Public Health Concern

Kids Willing to Fail May Perform Better Academically

Less Invasive Hernia Procedure Easier on Patients: Study

Lightheadedness Upon Standing Could Signal Heart Risk

Medicaid Patients Go to ERs More Often: Study

Mothers of Kids With Autism Earn Less, Study Shows

New Type 2 Diabetes Drug Helps Lower Blood Sugar: Study

Secondhand Smoke in Childhood Linked to Lung Disease Years Later

Study Explains How Shock Therapy Might Ease Severe Depression

Keep Youth Baseball Players Safe on the Field

Varicose Veins Keep Some in Long Pants All Year

Following Heart-Healthy Behaviors May Lengthen Your Life

Spring Break Boozing May Put Young Brains at Risk

As White Rice Intake Rises, So May Your Risk for Diabetes

Deaf People Have More Mental Health Problems, Less Access to Care

Depression Tied to Earlier Death in Heart Patients

Genes May Hold the Key to Aging Skin

Half of Stroke Victims Don't Call 911, Research Shows

Health Highlights: March 16, 2012

Health Tip: Celiac Disease May Trigger These Symptoms

Health Tip: Make 'Tummy Time' Fun

Menopause May Cost Women Sick Days

National Screening Urged to Detect Eye Disease in Blacks

Poor Reading Skills Might Be Fatal for Older Folks

Psoriasis Patients May Face Higher Heart Risk

Researcher Uses Genomics to Predict His Odds for Disease

Tooting Your Horn Can Raise Risk for Skin Condition

With Spanking, Nature and Nurture Create More Aggression, Study Suggests

Americans’ Blood Levels of Trans Fats on the Decline

Bike Trail in Poorer Neighborhood Boosts Exercise

Breast Cancer Drug May Increase Bone Loss

Cadmium in Diet May Increase Breast Cancer Risk

CDC Launches Graphic Anti-Smoking Campaign

Could Trans Fats Make You Cranky?

Deeper Voices Win Over Voters, Study Finds

Diabetes Can Affect Hearing

Electronic Diary Helped Obese Adults Stick to Weight-Loss Plan

Eyes a Window Into Brain Health: Study

Fetal Exposure to Cellphone Radiation Tied to ADHD-Like Symptoms in Mice

Giving Birth to Small Babies Linked to Heart Disease in Moms: Study

Health Highlights: March 15, 2012

Health Tip: Bringing Home a Premature Baby

Health Tip: Keep Crohn's Under Control

Home Birth Riskier for the Child

Hospital Saved Millions by Keeping Close Eye on Antibiotic Use

Many Alcoholics Suffered Childhood Trauma: Study

Many Women Say No to Breast-Feeding for 6 Months: Survey

New Clues to Link Between Fatty Diet, Colon Cancer

Smoggy Air Fogs the Brain

Smoking Speeds Men’s Mental Decline

Stressed Parents May Affect Preemie Behavior Later

Too Much Exercise Delays Pregnancy in Normal-Weight Women: Study

Walking Speed and Hand Grip in Middle Age Associated with Dementia

Americans' Lifespan Has Lengthened Markedly

Anti-Smoking Efforts Saved 795,000 Lives Over 25 Years: Study

Brisk Daily Walk Could Counter 'Obesity Genes'

Detailed Gene Scan Might Help Guide Leukemia Treatment

Doctors Likely to Preach What They Practice

Experimental Pill May Ease Multiple Sclerosis Disability

Fatty Foods Might Harm Men's Sperm, Research Suggests

First Generic Lexapro Approved

Health Highlights: March 14, 2012

Health Tip: Pack a Healthy, Easy Lunch

Health Tip: What Causes Hearing Loss?

Inflammation Might Play Role in Heart Disease: Study

Lack of Sleep May Give You the Munchies

Low-Carb, Low-Fat Diets May Each Help the Heart

Most Women Need Pap Test Only Every 3 Years: U.S. Panel

New Gel Treats Precancerous Skin Condition in Days: Study

Recent Rise Seen in Foodborne Diseases From Imports: CDC

Study Finds PSA Testing Cuts Prostate Cancer Death Risk

Type of Bacteria May Be Linked to Diabetes

U.S. Deaths From Gastro Infections Doubled Over 8 Years: CDC

Watching Movie Stars Light Up May Spur Kids to Smoke

Your Neighborhood Can Affect Your Heart Health

75-Year Study Finds Dramatic Rise in U.S. Lifespans

Ban Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements, U.K. Researchers Assert

Cooler Hands Might Boost Your Workout, Study Suggests

Endoscopy May Be Better Than Surgery for Severe Pancreatic Infection

Gene Discovery Gives Clues to a Childhood Cancer

Health Highlights: March 13, 2012

Health Tip: Calm a Canker Sore

Health Tip: Manage Memory Loss

Heat-Related Deaths on Rise for High School Football Players

Higher Spending Tied to Better Outcomes in Ontario Hospitals

Long Space Missions May Harm Astronauts' Eyes

Many Docs Order Unneeded Lung Cancer Screening Tests: Survey

Mothers on Antidepressants Less Likely to Breast-Feed: Study

Not Enough Young Women Getting Tested for Chlamydia: CDC

One Antibiotic Appears to Ease Severe E. Coli Infection

Race, Location Big Factors in American Diets

Sleep Apnea Treatment May Help Ward Off Heart Failure: Study

Survival of Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients May Vary by Ethnicity

Can Statins Prevent Parkinson's Disease?

Childhood Leukemia Survival Rates Reach 90 Percent

Circumcision Linked to Lower Risk for Prostate Cancer, Study Finds

Exercise Might Boost Kids' Academic Ability

Farm Hazards a Serious Threat to Kids, Study Finds

FDA Panel Recommends Second Chance for New Class of Painkillers

Giving Docs iPads Might Boost Patient Care

Health Highlights: March 12, 2012

Health Insurance Premiums Will Surpass Median Household Income in 2033: Study

Health Tip: Caring for Baby After Circumcision

Health Tip: The Right Diet Can Boost Athletic Performance

Married Heart Surgery Patients Live Longer

More Insight on Possible Role of Vitamin D Against Alzheimer's

Poorer, Obese Adults Might Benefit From Behavior-Change Program

Red Meat Can Be Unhealthy, Study Suggests

Seniors' Long-Term Use of Strong Painkillers a Concern

Stair-Related Injuries a Threat to Preschoolers: Study

Sugary Drinks Can Be Hard on Heart: Study

Gas Engines May Be Dirtier Than Diesels in One Respect

Spring Break Safety Tips to Keep Vacation Fun

'Delayed Reactions' May Outlast Other Concussion Effects

How to Avoid Spring Sneezing and Stuffiness

Aggressive Care Best for Brain Trauma, Study Shows

Coming Soon: At-Home Sperm Test for Couples Trying to Conceive

EKG Testing May Spot Fatal Heart Conditions in Children

FDA OKs 3rd Silicone-Gel Breast Implant

Health Highlights: March 9, 2012

Health Tip: Minimize Breastfeeding Pain

Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Heart Disease

Keeping Young Athletes Safe From Sexual Abuse

Kids Who Bully May Be More Likely to Smoke, Drink

LSD Might Help Alcoholics Quit, Stay Abstinent: Study

Mother's Voice May Help Premature Babies Breathe Easier

New Silicone Breast Implant Approved

One in Four HIV Patients Has Long Gaps Between Doctor's Visits: Study

Researchers ID Gene for Neck Disorder

Spring Ahead Without Losing Too Much Sleep

Survey Shows People Have Little Time for Healthy Habits

Acid Reflux From Chronic Heartburn May Damage Teeth

Alzheimer's, Dementia Care to Cost U.S. $200 Billion This Year

Certain Beliefs Motivate Health Care Workers to Get Flu Shots

Could Fat Be Your Friend Over Age 85?

Cured Meat Products Linked to Lung Disease Flare-Ups

Fruits, Veggies Can Be Beauty Tools, Study Says

Gene Mutations Linked to Crohn's Disease in Ashkenazi Jews

Health Highlights: March 8, 2012

Health Tip: Diabetics, Take Care of Your Feet

Health Tip: Help Prevent Birth Defects

Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals Found in Many Household Products: Study

Insulin Resistance May Lead to Kidney Disease in the Elderly: Study

Light or Moderate Drinking Linked to Lower Stroke Risk in Women

Lost Hour of Sleep Over Weekend May Put Heart at Risk Monday

People in Poor Neighborhoods Have More Pain, Study Finds

Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder

Surgeon General: Nearly 4 Million U.S. Kids Still Smoke

Women Fare Better With Heart Failure

Drug Approved to Prevent Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Drug Reduces Complications in Surgical Abortions: Study

Experimental Drug Offers Hope for Rare Bone Disease: Study

Experimental Drug Shows Promise Against Cushing's Disease

Genes Play a Role in Drug Abuse Risk Among Adopted Kids: Study

Health Highlights: March 7, 2012

Health Tip: Coping With Diabetes

Health Tip: Skip TV and Get Active

Hope and Optimism May Cloud Judgment in ICUs

Is Cancer Outwitting 'Personalized Medicine'?

Kids' Penicillin Allergy May Not Signal Other Drug Reactions

Many U.S. Families Struggle to Pay Medical Bills

Pregnancy May Protect Against MS, Study Says

Self-Centered Kids May Just Have Immature Brains

Sleep Problems May Affect Kids’ Behavior

Study Produces Mixed Results on Alzheimer's Drugs

Transplant Procedure Creates 'Hybrid' Immune System to Combat Rejection

U.S. Army Suicides Rising Sharply, Study Finds

Woman's Recovery From Advanced Melanoma Could Help Guide Research

Amish Farm Kids Have Lower Asthma, Allergy Risk: Study

Ban on Public Smoking Linked to Fewer Preterm Deliveries

Brain Scans Overused on U.S. Stroke Patients, Study Says

Computerization May Not Curb Medical Tests, Costs

Estrogen-Only Therapy May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Genetic Tweak Helps Mice Avoid Cancer, Obesity: Study

Health Highlights: March 6, 2012

Health Tip: Choosing the Right Athletic Shoes

Health Tip: Lower Your Risk for Osteoporosis

High Heels Can Bring on Ingrown Toenails

Hospitalizations Up for Severe Skin Swelling

Lack of Vitamin D May Harm Older Women's Health

Narcotic Painkillers Another Threat to Traumatized War Vets: Study

Poor Sleep May Impact Stress Response in Older Adults

When Drugs Fail, Surgery May Get Epilepsy Under Control

Wine Ratings May Be Meaningless for Most People

Children With Asthma at Higher Risk for Shingles: Study

Depression Could Worsen Mental Decline in Heart Patients

Drinking Scenes in Movies May Spur Teens to Do the Same

Health Highlights: March 5, 2012

Health Tip: At Risk for Muscle Cramps

Health Tip: Dealing With Dry Mouth

Heart Failure Patients Urged to Discuss Care With Docs

Kids' Concussion Symptoms Can Last a Year, Study Says

Late Preemie Birth May Be Linked to Higher Asthma Risk

Moms' Antidepressants May Affect Babies' Head Size: Study

New Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines Focus on Individual Risk

Severe PMS May Last Longer Than Thought

Snoring Tots May Develop Behavioral Issues Later

Vitamin D May Cut Stress Fracture Risk in Girls

Whole-Body CT Scans Can Miss Traumatic Injuries: Study

Youngest Kids in Class More Apt to Get ADHD Diagnosis: Study

Heavy Kids May Not Respond as Well to Asthma Meds

Many Asthmatics Do Well on Food-Allergy Tests, Study Finds

Mouse Study Suggests Vitamin E May Weaken Bones

Many Pilots, Truck Drivers Sleep-Deprived, Survey Finds

Smoke Exposure Late in Pregnancy Might Boost Baby's Eczema Risk

Bullying May Raise Risk of Suicidal Thoughts: Study

Cold Air May Raise Heart-Attack Risk During Exercise

College Women's Condom Use Falls in Freshman Year

For Sleep Struggles, Women Urged to Alter Routines

Health Highlights: March 2, 2012

Health Tip: Help Your Child Develop a Healthy Approach to Eating

Health Tip: Living With Restless Legs Syndrome

Kidney Donors May Not Face Higher Heart Disease Risk

Parents' Wishes Sway Docs' Choices on Preterm Deliveries

Prescription Meds Can Put on Unwanted Pounds

Sickle Cell Blood Test Might Predict Severity of Disease

Smoking Linked to Higher Rate of Psoriasis: Study

Timing of Preemie Birth May Be Key to Kids' Health Later

Too Many Americans Skipping Colon Cancer Screening

Twitter Adding to Stigma of Epilepsy, Study Says

Young Puzzle-Solvers May Be Tomorrow's Engineers

City Birds Sing Differently Than Their Country Cousins

Health Highlights: March 1, 2012

Health Tip: Appreciate Your Body Image While Pregnant

Health Tip: Help Manage IBS Symptoms

Life Expectancy for U.S. Blacks Shorter Than That of Whites

Mouse Study Shows How Pot Clouds Memory

Older Adults Do Get a Good Night's Rest, Survey Finds

'Parent Training' May Help Kids With Autism Behave Better

Regular Pap Smear Boosts Cervical Cancer Survival: Study

Stroke Risk Rises With Duration of Type 2 Diabetes: Study

Toxins Afloat in Shark Fin Soup?

Trans Fats May Raise Stroke Risk in Older Women

Two Pancreatic-Enzyme Products Approved

Urban Forests Disappearing: Report

Vitamin A Supplements Might Cut Melanoma Risk: Study

Wanted: Female Nurses for Large, Ongoing Study

Web-Based Therapy May Help Teens With Chronic Fatigue

Weight-Loss Surgery Seems Safe for Kidney Disease Patients

Alzheimer's-Like Memory Loss Reversed in Mice

Combining Heart Valve Repair With Bypass May Be Worthwhile

Could a Statin Lower Your Risk for Depression?

Dad's Depression May Rub Off on Child's Behavior

Drug Seems to Speed Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury

Efforts to Improve Research on Kids' Drugs Paying Off: Report

Health Highlights: Feb. 29, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Eye Problems

Health Tip: Protect Your Kids' Teeth From Cavities

Job Loss Fears Sow Unhappiness in Work, Family Life

New Drug May Help Fight Rare Bone Marrow Disorder

Nicotine Patches May Not Help During Pregnancy

Older Prostate Cancer Patients Might Be Overtreated: Study

Preschool Kids Best Prepared for Kindergarten: Study

Sleeping Pills Tied to Higher Risk for Death, Cancer

Sports Concussion: Myths and Facts

Strict Underage Drinking Laws May Deter Delinquency in Teens

U.S. Kids Still Eat Too Much Added Sugar: CDC

U.S. Will Push to Have Graphic Warnings on Cigarettes

Autoinjector Version of MS Drug Approved

BPA Exposure May Raise Risk of Heart Disease

Drug-Free Housing Helps Heroin, Oxycontin Addicts Recover

Ecstasy Use During Pregnancy May Harm Fetus: Study

Family Tree May Aid Treatment of Inherited Heart Disorders

FDA Adds Safety Warnings to Statins

Health Highlights: Feb. 28, 2012

Health Tip: Are You at Greater Risk for Pneumonia?

Health Tip: Preventing Back Pain Among New Moms

Many Gaps in Fast-Food Nutrition Information

Many Vegetarians Unaware of Animal-Derived Gels in Pills

New Flu Discovered in Guatemalan Fruit Bats

Parents Often Right to Bring Kids With Fever to the ER: Study

Poor Patients Less Likely to Sue Doctors, Analysis Shows

Selenium Supplements May Help -- or Harm

Teens May Fare Worse After Concussion Than Children or Adults

Vitamin D3 Might Ease Menstrual Cramps

'Active' Video Games May Not Boost Kids' Fitness: Study

Another Batch of Birth Control Pills Recalled for Faulty Packaging

Are the Rich Really Different From You and Me?

As Youth Baseball Season Nears, Experts Urge Injury Prevention

'Chemo Brain' May Linger 20 Years After Breast Cancer Treatment

Disabled Adults More Apt to Be Victims of Violence: Study

Exclusive Breast-Feeding Best for Baby: Experts

Health Highlights: Feb. 27, 2012

Health Tip: Fruit Juices and Kids

Health Tip: Protect Your Feet From Fungal Infection

Hearing Loss Triples Risk of Falling: Study

Irregular Heartbeat May Predict Mental Decline in Some

Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Protect the Aging Brain

Pediatricians Renew Call for HPV Vaccine for Boys

Poor Lung Function Linked to Heart Failure in Study

Rapid Flu Tests a Good First Step: Study

Sleeping Pills Linked to Raised Risk of Death, Cancer: Study

Stents No Better Than Medicine for Stable Heart Disease, Study Says

Experimental Drug Shows Promise Against Type 2 Diabetes

Stem Cell Finding Could Expand Women's Lifetime Supply of Eggs

Size, Experience Matter on Rugby Field, Study Finds

Video Games, Impulsivity Seem to Go Hand-in-Hand

Brain Calls the Shots on Which Hand Holds Cellphone

Children Now Eligible for Screening Test for Bacterium

Desk Jockeys Urged to Take Small Steps to Get Exercise

Dieting Can Prove Dangerous for Kidney Disease Patients

Gene Might Be a Culprit in Sudden Infant Death for Boys

Health Highlights: Feb. 24, 2012

Health Tip: Hip Arthritis May Not Need Surgery

Health Tip: Seniors Need Exercise, Too

In Tougher Economy, Fewer Americans Get Colonoscopy

Kids From Poorer Families Drink Too Much Juice: Poll

Many Elderly Now Bring Companion on Doctor's Visit

Phobia Makes Spiders Appear Larger Than They Are: Study

Prediabetes Not to Blame for Nerve Damage: Study

Researchers Spot Genes Behind Macular Degeneration

Skin Tests Catch Metal Sensitivity Before Joint Replacement

Why Cancer Symptoms May Elude M.D.

Young Blacks Less Likely to Seek Mental Health Care: Study

'Bird' Flu May Be More Common in Humans, But Less Deadly

Blood Test Detects Down Syndrome During Pregnancy

Certain Antipsychotics Up Risk of Death for Patients With Dementia: Study

Chemical Used to Strip Bathtubs Linked to Worker Deaths: CDC

Citrus Fruits May Lower Women's Stroke Risk

Contraceptives Work Well in Obese Women, But Hormone Levels Lower

Earliest Known Horse Shrank Due to Warming Planet: Report

Flu Season Off to a Very Late Start: CDC

Health Highlights: Feb. 23, 2012

Health Tip: Exercising During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low?

Home-Visit Program May Improve Child's Asthma

Meds for Autism Not Well Understood: Study

Mild Winter Heralds Early Sneezin' Season

More Kidney Dialysis Is Better, Research Finds

Second-Chance Romance Might Not Bring Happiness

Southerners Sleepiest, U.S. 'Sleep Map' Shows

Study Links 'Body Clock' to Sudden Cardiac Death

Study Supports CT-Based 'Virtual' Colonoscopy to Spot Colon Cancer

All U.S. Adults Should Get Whooping Cough Shot: Panel

Death Rate from Hepatitis C on the Rise

Endometriosis Could Raise Risk of 3 Ovarian Cancers

FDA Advisers Back Weight-Loss Drug Qnexa

Health Highlights: Feb. 22, 2012

Health Tip: Be a Responsible Driver

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Foot Arthritis

Hospitals Ranked for Emergency Medicine Quality

Laughing in the Face of Dental Fear May Ease Worries

Mammograms Can Save Lives of Women in Their 40s: Study

Men's Legs May Be New Source for Hair Transplants

Migraines May Raise a Woman's Odds of Depression

New Guidelines Seek to Prevent Sudden Death in Young Athletes

New Melanoma Drug May Extend Survival

Researchers Spot New Gene Mutation Linked to Breast Cancer

Studies Offer More Evidence That Colonoscopy Saves Lives

Support for Tougher Liquor Laws Rises When Booze, Crime Linked

Toddlers With Angry Parents May Have More Temper Tantrums

Aspirin as Good as Plavix for Poor Leg Circulation: Study

Booze in Movies May Fuel Teenage Drinking

Exercise in Pregnancy Safe for Baby, Study Finds

FDA Moves to Head Off Shortages of 2 Cancer Drugs

FDA Weighs Fate of Qnexa for Weight Loss, Again

Flu Shots for Pregnant Moms May Protect Babies

Health Highlights: Feb. 21, 2012

Health Tip: Set Exercise Goals

Health Tip: Take a Deep Breath

Hispanic Americans Born Outside Country Have Fewer Strokes

Is Avoiding Gluten in Foods Always Necessary?

Kidney Damage Greatly Raises Diabetics' Risk for Death

Many Women Having a Heart Attack Don't Have Chest Pain

Medtronic Stent Approved to Treat Coronary Artery Disease

More Doubt on Link Between a Blood Chemical and Heart Disease

Pig-to-Human 'Superbug' May Be Due to Animal Antibiotics

Raw Milk Causes Most Illness From Dairy Products: CDC

Study: No Significant Rise in Seizure Risk From Common Kids' Vaccine

Type 1 Diabetes May Develop More Slowly Than Thought

15% of U.S. Surgeons Report Drinking Problems in Survey

Autism Diagnosis Often Occurs Later for Black Children

Face Lifts Erase an Average of 7 Years Off Age, Study Finds

Female Cancer Survivors Report Worse Health Habits: Survey

Fewer Melanoma Deaths in Counties With More Dermatologists

Fructose No Worse Than Other Sugars for Weight Gain: Study

Gender Identity Issues Can Harm Kids' Mental Health: Study

Health Highlights: Feb. 20, 2012

Health Tip: How to Lower Your Risk of Stroke

Health Tip: Never Leave Kids in the Car

Hepatitis C Now Kills More Americans Than HIV

Korlym Approved for Cushing's Syndrome

Many Americans Support Lower Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes

Mexican-Americans' Diets Suffer as They Abandon Traditional Foods: Study

Mom's Nicotine Patch May Raise Baby's Risk for Colic

Monitoring Spinal Cord During Certain Surgeries May Prevent Complications

National Guard Deployment May Sometimes Trigger Alcohol Abuse

Pregnancy Complications May Predict Heart Trouble Later

Some Kids' Surgery Should Include Staph Screening: Study

Study Links Colic in Infants to Migraines in Moms

Gene Might Boost Risk for Obesity

Worries About Colonoscopy Unfounded: Study

Bird Flu Studies Can Be Published After All: WHO

Disabled Elderly Say They Want Dignity, Control

Dogs Can Boost Exercise Rates for Moms-to-Be

Age Doesn't Raise Complication Risk for Pregnancies With Donor Eggs

Arthritic Hip May Be Tougher to Treat Than Knee

Brain Scans Might Spot Autism as Early as 6 Months of Age

Eating Fish May Help Ward Off Colon Polyps in Women

Exercise Can Build Young Adults' Bones, Study Finds

Faulty Dosing Device Prompts Recall of Infants' Tylenol

Good Football Helmet Fit Key to Preventing Brain Injuries

Health Highlights: Feb. 17, 2012

Health Tip: Take Care of Your Skin

Health Tip: When a Child Resists Going to Bed

Kids With Crohn's Disease, Colitis Often Struggle at School: Study

Living to 100 May Be Tougher Than You Think

More Neighborhood Bars Linked to Domestic Violence

Motor Impairments Appear to Be a Characteristic of Autism

Parents' Strict Rules Could Curb Kids' Drinking

Specific Dietary Goals May Help Diabetics Eat Better

1 in 10 U.S. Kids Lives With Parent Who Has Abused Alcohol: Report

Arsenic Might Be Found in Some Organic Foods: Study

Findings on HIV-Resistant Sex Workers May Help Vaccine Efforts

Genome Map Might Help Save Tasmanian Devil From Extinction

Health Highlights: Feb. 16, 2012

Health Insurance 'Mandate' Deemed Best Value for Money

Health Tip: Is Your Baby Breast-Feeding Enough?

Health Tip: Offer Healthy Breakfast Choices

Illicit Drug Use May Be Driving Rise in Ectopic Pregnancies in Florida

Implanted Microchip Might Be Future of Drug Delivery

Is Grief an Illness? The Debate Heats Up

Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis Linked to Fertility Woes, Miscarriage

Nerve-Sparing Prostate Surgery Helps Men Retain Sexual Function

Online Medieval Fantasy Games -- Threat to Marital Bliss?

Post-Stroke Speech Problems Inflate Cost of Treatment

Teens Victimized by Dating Violence Often Have Difficult Pasts

Treatment Advances Improve the Odds for Heart Failure Patients

U.S. Teen Driving Deaths Up: Report

Weight Training May Help Parkinson's Patients Retain Function

‘Silent,’ Irregular Heartbeat Raises Stroke Risk

A Diet Good for Head and Heart

'Autoinjector' Offers Safe, Speedy Care for Life-Threatening Seizures: Study

Babies May Be Smarter Than You Think

Can Walking Speed, Hand Grip in Middle Age Predict Dementia Risk?

Circulatory Disorder Not Studied Enough in Women, Experts Say

Dietary Help Can Boost Cancer Patients' Nutrition, But Not Survival

Do Parabens Affect Breast Cancer Risk?

E. Coli in Chicken Linked to Urinary Tract Infections

Gene Linked to Start of Puberty

Health Highlights: Feb. 15, 2012

Health Tip: Add Some Panache to Packed Lunches

Health Tip: Practice Window Safety

Many U.S. Teens Hit the Road Without Driver's Ed: Survey

Millions of Americans Have Untreated Hearing Loss: Study

Narcissistic Men at Risk for Health Problems

'Needlestick' Law Linked to Drop in Health Worker Injuries

New Blood Thinner May Prevent Blood Clots During Cancer Treatment

Pedestrians with Headphones More Likely to be Injured

Respiratory Virus Killed 8 Military Recruits After Vaccination Program Halted

Sleep Apnea Affects Men, Women Equally

Stop-Smoking Drug May Also Curb Problem Drinking

Study Confirms Safety of Rotavirus Vaccines

Study Finds Gene Behind Inherited Cases of Enlarged Heart

The Link Between Diabetes and Depression

Weekend Delivery Doesn't Hurt Babies With Birth Defects: Study

Antibiotics Don't Help Most Sinus Infections, Study Finds

Any Exercise Benefits Kids' Heart Health: Study

Back Problems May Cut Into Retirement Savings

Brain Scans May One Day Be Used to Predict Dementia

Bullying a Strong Risk Factor for Suicide in Gay Youth: Study

Cold Baths May Help Ease Muscle Soreness After Workouts

Don't Forget Your Kids on Valentine's Day

FDA Thinks Shortage of Cancer Drug for Kids Can Be Averted

Health Highlights: Feb. 14, 2012

Health Tip: Is Your Child Anxious?

Health Tip: Treating Jaw Pain

Lead, Cadmium Levels in Blood Linked to Reduced Fertility

Lost Love Often the Biggest Source of Regret, Study Shows

Psychotherapy May Ease Hot Flashes After Breast Cancer

Sleeplessness Tied to Early Alzheimer's, Study Says

Switching to Water, Diet Drinks Linked to Modest Weight Loss

Teens With Autism Preoccupied With TV, Video Games: Study

Vitamin D May Not Boost Heart Health in Kidney Patients

Concerns Over Kids' Shut-Eye an Age-Old Problem

Exercise a Defense Against Dementia: Study

Handling Divorce May Be Easier Later in Life

Health Highlights: Feb. 13, 2012

Health Tip: Chewing Tobacco Harms Oral Health

Health Tip: If You're Diabetic and Pregnant

Higher Cancer Rate Seen in Children With Juvenile Arthritis

Home Oxygen Could Raise Burn Risk: Experts

Mediterranean Diet Might Be Healthier for Brain

Mom's Vitamin D Levels Linked to Language Problems in Kids

More Young Adults Get Health Care When They Can Stay on Parents' Plans

No Cancer Benefit From Vitamin B, Omega-3 Supplements in Heart Patients

Radiation After Lung Cancer Surgery Doesn't Help All: Study

Screening by Primary-Care Doctors May Spot Dementia

Smog May Harm Women's Brains: Study

Stem Cell Treatment Might Reverse Heart Attack Damage

Wider Waistlines Linked to Memory Problems in HIV Patients

Zioptan Eyedrops Approved for Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension

Best Friend Benefits Child's Mind, Body, Study Finds

Overeating May Double Risk of Memory Loss: Study

John, Mary, Joe: Simpler Names May Help You Get Ahead

Kindergartners Who Can Pay Attention May Reap Benefits Later

Brain Scans May Predict How People Learn

Gloves, Padded Headgear Helps Protect Boxers

H1N1 'Swine' Flu Makes a Comeback in Mexico

Health Highlights: Feb. 10, 2012

Health Tip: A Sprain in the Neck

Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Hip Bursitis?

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

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

More Than 4 Million Americans Have New Knee

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

Obesity Appears Linked to Pain

Prostate Size May Be Clue to Severity of Cancer

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

Smoking May Up Cancer Risk in Barrett's Esophagus Patients

Study Weighs Pros, Cons of Home or Hospital Birth

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

White House Alters Controversial Birth Control Rule

Young Adults Who Quit Smoking Feel Better Quickly

4 New Genes Linked to Type 2 Diabetes

Bug Bites May Have Caused Zebras' Stripes

Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby

C-Sections Might Put Preemies at Risk for Breathing Problems

Fear of Lawsuits Influences Care From Most Orthopedic Surgeons: Survey

Health Highlights: Feb. 9, 2012

Health Tip: Healthier Ways to Prepare Potatoes

Health Tip: Troubled by a Toothache?

Heart Disease May Be Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer

Illicit Drugs Bought Off Internet May Be Poisons, Experts Warn

In Mice, Cancer Drug Shows Effect on Alzheimer's Symptoms

More Patients Seek Plastic Surgery Advice From Facebook, Twitter

More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say

More U.S. Doctors Are Urging Patients to Exercise: CDC

Pot Use Could Double Risk of Car Crash, Research Shows

Risk of Preterm Birth Rises for Hispanic Women the Longer They're in U.S.

Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study

Strutting the Catwalk in Red, Stars Promote 'The Heart Truth'

Aisle Seat Better for Preventing Blood Clots

Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says

Depressed Kids May Be Targets for Bullying, Study Suggests

Electrical Brain Stimulation May Strengthen Memory, Study Says

Experts Warn of Antibiotic-Resistant Gonorrhea

Fasting Plus Chemo May Help in Cancer Fight: Study

Female Soccer Players May Face Health Problems: Study

Generic Drugs Easing Out-of-Pocket Medical Costs in U.S.

Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2012

Health Tip: Before You Start an Exercise Program

Health Tip: Coping With Migraines During Pregnancy

Heart Disease Risk Gene May Pass From Dads to Sons

Many Doctors May Be Less Than Honest With Their Patients

More Success With Gene Therapy for Blindness

New Therapy Might Help Relieve Painful Foot Condition

Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms

One 'Silver Lining' to Recession: Fewer Broken Bones?

Playing Sports May Help Keep Kids From Smoking

Prescription Shampoo Approved to Treat Head Lice

Quality Day Care Predicts Later Parental Involvement in School

Screening Moms-to-Be for Thyroid Trouble May Not Help Offspring

Short Breaks During Exercise OK for Diabetes Control: Study

Tai Chi May Help Parkinson's Patients

When Prodded, Restaurant Diners Often Opt for Smaller Portions

Avoid Window Seats to Cut Risk for In-Flight Blood Clots: Study

Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds

Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart

Everyday Foods Add Up to Major Salt Problems: CDC

Facebook Might Be Tough on Users With Low Self-Esteem

Gene Research Offers Clues to Parkinson's Disease

Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent Ice Skating Accidents

Health Tip: When You Can't Hear

Heart Failure, Osteoporosis Go 'Hand-in-Hand': Researchers

Kids' Diarrhea Vaccine Appears Safe After All: Study

Letting Baby Eat Finger Foods May Spur Healthier Weight

Moving Homes Often in Childhood Might Affect Long-Term Health

New Antibiotic for Bladder Infection Disappoints in Trial

New Meningitis Vaccine Works in Infants: Study

Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems

Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age

Soft Drinks May Raise Odds for Respiratory Ills: Study

Surgery Effective for Tough-to-Treat Epilepsy

Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study

Certain Cancer Drugs May Have Fatal Side Effects: Analysis

College Degree Lowers Marriage Odds for Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds

Constipation May Help Explain Some Bedwetting

Does Abortion in First Trimester Raise Risk of Mental Ills' Return?

Fewer Teens Exposed to Tobacco Smoke in Cars: Report

Health Highlights: Feb. 6, 2012

Health Tip: Common Reasons for Potty Training 'Accidents'

Health Tip: How to Protect Seniors From Injury

Many U.S. Kids Still Buy Unhealthy Snacks at School

Metformin Preferred Drug for Type 2 Diabetes, Experts Say

More Americans Seeking Love Online: Study

New Criteria Could Change Who Is Diagnosed With Alzheimer's

New Scoring Method May Help Predict Stroke Outcome

Pancreas May 'Taste' Fructose, Hinting at Links to Diabetes

Smoking May Be Especially Tough on Men's Brains

Spanking Produces Troubled Kids, Study Contends

Thousands of U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Abuse

Vulnerability to Anthrax Varies Widely: Study

Dealing With Head Lice

Safe Social Networking Tips for Teens

Don't Fumble Your Diet on Super Bowl Sunday

Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors

Aspirin, Warfarin Fare Equally for Heart Failure Patients

Asthmatic Moms Who Breast-feed May Help Their Children's Lungs

Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study

Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?

Diabetes Takes Toll on Women's Hearing: Study

Epidural Plus Fever in Mom May Raise Risks for Baby

Hard Drug Use in Middle Age Could Prove Fatal, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Feb. 3, 2012

Health Tip: Prepare for Breast-feeding

Health Tip: Teach Your Toddler Good Behavior

Malaria's Global Death Toll Much Higher Than Thought

Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study

Map Shows Where in U.S. to Beware of Lyme Disease

Norovirus Top Cause of Hospital Infection Outbreaks, Says Study

Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study

Smaller Plate Won't Help Your Diet, Research Shows

Soy Supplements May Not Shield Against Breast Cancer

Why Human Brains Are Smarter Than Chimp Brains

Anemia May Boost Death Risk After Stroke

Anesthesia in Early Childhood May Be Linked to ADHD

Being Fit Before Stroke May Aid Recovery

Efforts to Reduce Stroke in Kids With Sickle Cell Working: Study

Health Highlights: Feb. 2, 2012

Health Tip: Help Prevent a Stress Fracture

Health Tip: Talk to Teens About Distracted Driving

If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You

It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet

Lack of Sunlight May Raise Stroke Risk

Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives

Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection

New Anti-Clotting Drug May Cut Brain Bleeding Risk: Study

'People Pleasers' More Prone to Overeating: Study

Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella Dangers, CDC Warns

Pleasure in Scratching an Itch May Depend on Location

Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study

Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug

Some Stroke Survivors Can't Recognize Fear, Anger in Others

Stroke Can Impact a Child's Language, Hand-Eye Coordination

Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC

Women Wear Red on Friday to Highlight Heart Health

Adult Children of Stroke Sufferers May Show Signs of Brain Aging, Too

Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Affect Memory in Healthy People

Child Abuse, Neglect a Major Public Health Problem: CDC

Clot-Busting Drug May Work for Those Who Have Strokes While Asleep

Exercise a Good Pick-Me-Up After Cancer Treatment: Study

Experimental Drug Might Beat Aspirin in Preventing Repeat Strokes: Study

Gleevec Approval Widened to Include Rare Cancer

Health Highlights: Feb. 1, 2012

Health Tip: Keep Heartburn Under Control

Health Tip: Strained a Hamstring?

Infections Might Raise Stroke Risk in Children: Study

Many Hispanics Don't Call an Ambulance For Stroke: Study

'Morning-After' Pill May Be New Option to Treat Painful Fibroids

Pediatricians' Group Recommends HPV Vaccine for Boys

Pfizer Recalls 1 Million Packets of Birth Control Pills

Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Range of Treatment

Science Shows How Massage Eases Sore Muscles

Scientists Use Brain Waves to Eavesdrop on the Mind

Sleep Apnea May Be Tied to 'Silent' Strokes, Study Finds

Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Stroke, Studies Say

Stenting, Surgery Appear Comparable for Opening Neck Artery

Study Finds Link Between Heart Failure, Brain Changes

Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Disappoints in Trial

Worrying Too Much Might Raise Your Risk for Stroke

Alternative to Colonoscopy Spots Cancers, Too

Experimental Drugs Do Battle Against Advanced Prostate Cancer

Fatty Diet Before Pregnancy Linked to Gestational Diabetes

FDA OKs Drug That Targets Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis

For Kids, Laughter Really May Be the Best Medicine

Health Highlights: Jan. 31, 2012

Health Tip: Most Teens Don't Get Enough Sleep

Health Tip: Wash Skin Properly

Heartburn Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Older Women

Hospitality Not a Friendly Industry for Disabled Workers: Study

Kalydeco Approved to Treat Rare Form of Cystic Fibrosis

Pediatricians' Group Urges More Input From Parents

Pediatrics Group Stresses Parental Involvement

Popular Diabetes Drug Might Cut Pancreatic Cancer Risk: Study

Science Shows How Exercise Might Help in Prostate Cancer

Second Breast Cancer Surgery Sometimes Needed

Stem Cells May Further Hepatitis C Research

Study Compares 3 Common Prostate Cancer Treatments

Too Much Testosterone Linked to Inflated Ego: Study

U.S. Advisers Explain Request to Censor Bird Flu Research

When Mom-to-Be's Overweight and Smokes, Risk for Birth Defects Rises

Chubby Doctors Could Be Bad for Your Health

Erivedge Approved to Treat Basal Cell Carcinoma

Even Strangers Can Make You Feel Left Out

First Drug Ok'd to Combat Spreading Basal Cell Skin Cancer

Gene Study Sheds Light on Body Clock's Link to Diabetes

Health Highlights: Jan.30, 2012

Health Reform Law Gaining Wider Acceptance: Poll

Health Tip: Healthy Fats? They Exist

Health Tip: How to Protect Toddlers From Burns

Live Liver Donation Safer Than Previously Thought

Many Parents Skip Booster Seats When Carpooling

More Newborns Suffering Drug Withdrawal at Birth

Nurturing Moms May Help Their Child's Brain Develop

Pets Help Women Cope With HIV/AIDS

Statins Equally Effective in Women and Men

Study Looks at Possible HIV Drugs-Birth Defect Link

Those Extra Pounds Could Harm Your Back

Ultrasound As a Male Contraceptive?

What Would Jesus Do? Maybe Not What I'd Do, Survey of Christians Finds

Blood Pressure Differences Between Arms Could Signal Heart Risk

Teen Driver's Friends Can Be Dangerous Distraction, Studies Find

Mathematical Model Suggests When to Shoot in Basketball

Winter Doldrums Got You Down? Here's How to Bounce Back

Acupuncture May Boost Pregnancy Success Rates

Bydureon Approved for Type 2 Diabetes

Common Gastro Disease Occurs Even With High-Fiber Diet

Discrimination Seems to Harm Health Regardless of Race

Drug Approved for Advanced Kidney Cancer

Experts Offer Tips on Avoiding iPad-Linked Shoulder, Neck Strain

Health Highlights: Jan. 27, 2012

Health Tip: Manage Pain During Childbirth

Health Tip: Preparing for a Stress Test

IV Acetaminophen Linked to More Child Overdoses

Native Americans May Have Trekked From Siberia

Off-Campus Party Hosts Drank Most in College Survey

People May Lie More When Texting: Study

Positive Reinforcement May Help Patients Take Their Meds

Students Report Playing Dangerous 'Choking Game'

Too Much Fructose Sweetener Tied to Heart Risks in Teens

Tropical Trip OK for Most With Crohn's, Colitis

Brain Activity May Help Predict Autism Before Age 1: Study

Caffeine May Alter Women's Estrogen Levels

Factors Linked to Age of Onset of Menopause Identified

Gang Murders Taking Toll on Young Males, CDC Says

Health Highlights: Jan. 26, 2012

Health Tip: Caring for Minor Burns

Health Tip: Create the Right Environment for Sleep

More U.S. Babies Born at Home: Report

Mutations in 2 Genes Linked to Rare Autism-Related Disorder

Oral HPV Infection Strikes Men More Than Women: Study

Researchers Spot Potential Bile Duct Cancer Drug Targets

Statins May Stave Off Liver Cancer in People With Hepatitis B

Study Finds No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorders

Test Might Predict Risk of Lung Cancer's Return

Testosterone Exposure May Explain Boys' Language Delay

Too Few Americans Getting Screened for Common Cancers: CDC

Too Many Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Inactive, Study Finds

Working Too Much Can Give You the Blues

Active Ingredient in Viagra Shrunk Disfiguring Growths in Kids

Avastin May Be Helpful Before Breast Cancer Surgery

Health Highlights: Jan. 25, 2012

Health Tip: Clean a Wound Carefully

'Inner Dialogue' Might Aid People With Autism

Kids' Snacks Can Be Healthy and Inexpensive

Less Salt, More Veggies in School Lunches: USDA

Lifestyle Counseling Helps Diabetes Patients Control Blood Sugar

Long Shifts May Raise Some Nurses' Odds for Obesity

Many Docs Use Costly MRIs to Diagnose Nerve Condition: Study

Men at Higher Risk for Mental Decline That Precedes Alzheimer's

Neurologists Should Screen Patients for Abuse: Experts

Oldest Known Dinosaur Nesting Site Found

Optimal Heart Health Starts Early: Study

Protein That Controls Movement Does the Opposite in Parkinson's

U.S. Soldiers Face Host of Mental Health Issues

Women Can Take Steps to Prevent Cervical Cancer

Baltimore Deemed U.S. City With Most Top-Ranked Hospitals

Brain Games May Cut Alzheimer’s Risk

Can Low Birth Weight Raise Autism Risk?

Common Household Chemicals Might Harm Kids' Immunity

Could 'Magic' Mushrooms Ease Depression?

CT Scan Dye Containing Iodine May Affect Thyroid

Drug May Slow Early Prostate Cancer: Study

Enriched Skim Milk Good for Gout, Study Suggests

Even With Insurance, Unemployed Have Worse Health Outcomes

Frying With Olive, Sunflower Oil OK for Heart, Study Finds

Gene Mutations May Boost Ovarian Cancer Survival: Study

Health Highlights: Jan. 24, 2012

Health Tip: Exercise for Healthier Bones

Health Tip: Food Can Affect Sleep

Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma

How Did Generation X Respond to the H1N1 'Swine' Flu Epidemic?

Lack of ZZZs May Fuel Appetite

Ob-Gyns Should Screen for Domestic Abuse: Experts

Rate of Leg, Foot Amputations Among Diabetics Drops: CDC

Abortion Safer for Women Than Childbirth, Study Claims

Alcohol OK in Housing for Formerly Homeless, Study Says

Bosses Have Big Impact on Workplace Well-Being

Certain Seniors at Risk for Infection After ER Visit: Study

'Co-Occurring' Disorders May Explain Change in Autism Diagnosis

Dyslexia's Brain Changes May Occur Before Kids Learn to Read

Health Highlights: Jan. 23, 2012

Health Tip: Help Calm a Cough

Health Tip: When Stress Becomes Dangerous

Hip Fracture Patients Often Have Other Health Problems

Living Together May Be Mentally Healthier Than Marriage: Study

Narcissism Especially Bad for Men's Health, Study Says

Only 1 in 4 Young Teens Uses Sunscreen Regularly, Study Finds

Pain Intensity Greater for Women Than Men, Study Finds

Parents May Hold Key to Treating Kids' Obesity

Severe Brain Injury When Young May Have Long-Term Effects

Small Stem Cell Study Claims Early Success in Treating Eye Disease

Steady Diet of Mental Stimulation Might Reduce Alzheimer's Risk

Study Shows How Stress Triggers Immune System

Avoid Getting Scorched by 'Hot Yoga'

Health Highlights: Jan. 22, 2012

New Genetic Clues to Breast Cancer?

Protect Yourself From Ski-Fatigue Injuries

Texting, Talking on Cellphone Slows Walking Pace: Study

Anthrax Vaccine Shows Promise in Monkeys

Asthma Meds Likely Safe During Pregnancy: Study

Breast Cancer Before 50 Linked to More Distress

British Troops Have Lower Rate of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Experts Weigh Changes to Definition of Autism

First Test Approved to Help Detect Risk of Rare Brain Infection

Health Highlights: Jan. 20, 2012

Health Tip: Store Insulin Properly

Health Tip: Strengthen Your Muscles

Many Breast Cancer Patients Uninformed About Options: Study

Many U.S. Adults Not Vaccinated for Hepatitis B

More Evidence for Oxaliplatin as Colon Cancer Chemotherapy

Rapid Infant Growth Linked to Asthma in Study

Scientists Agree to Delay Controversial Bird Flu Research

Smoking During Pregnancy Not Linked to Autism

Study Highlights Features of High-Quality Primary Care

Tanning Salon Tax No Deterrent: Study

Treating Diabetes, Depression Together May Make Sense

U.S. Work-Related Injuries, Illnesses Take Toll on the Till

1 in 5 U.S. Adults Suffers Mental Ills: Report

Alcohol OK in Housing for Formerly Homeless, Study Says

Can Coffee Really Thwart Type 2 Diabetes?

Health Highlights: Jan. 19, 2012

Health Tip: Set an Exercise Schedule

Health Tip: Stick With Your Healthy New Year's Resolutions

Hungry Families Admit to 'Formula Stretching '

Kidney Failure Patients Prone to GI Tract Bleeding

More Americans Practicing Safe Sex, CDC Reports

More Than Half of Teens Who Gave Birth Weren't Using Contraception: CDC

Narrowed Artery Condition Often Goes Undiagnosed: Study

Poorer Folks May Find It Harder to Quit Smoking

Repeat Scans Urged for Head Injury When Blood Thinners Involved

Sex OK for Many Heart Patients, Docs Say

Stroke Patients With Delirium Have Worse Prognosis

Study Hints That Statins Might Fight Breast Cancer

U.S. Military Women Exposed to More Combat Than Ever Before

Antidepressants Might Raise Fall Risk in Nursing Homes

Flu Season Off to Slow Start, So Far

Genes May Give Clues to Severe Form of Lupus

Genes May Guide Intelligence Throughout Life

Gossiping Might Be Good for You

Health Highlights: Jan. 18, 2012

Health Tip: Avoid Sugary Foods for Healthier Teeth

Health Tip: Limit Drug-Food Interactions

Melanoma Drug's Link to Other Skin Cancers Identified

New Drug Combo for Hepatitis C Shows Promise

Sleep Might Help Deepen Traumatic Memories

Some Women Can Go Longer Between Bone Checks: Study

Study Maps Path From Smoking to Emphysema in Mice

U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025

Vaccine Against Bacterial Meningitis Shows Promise

Voraxaze Approved to Treat High Levels of Chemo Drug

Americans Aren't Getting Any Skinnier

Blood Test Shows Promise in Spotting Pancreatic Cancers Early

Drinking Late in First Trimester May Be Most Hazardous

Drug Duo May Help Fight Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer

Experimental Blood Thinner Given Before Surgery Shows Benefit

Experimental Drug Might Help Some a Bit With Colon Cancer

FDA to Weigh Safety of Tobacco Lozenges, Strips

Fewer Drowning Deaths, Injuries in Kids

Health Highlights: Jan. 17, 2012

Health Tip: Get More Veggies Into Your Diet

Health Tip: Stop Your Child's Thumb-Sucking Habit

Heavier Ex-NFL Players May Be Prone to Brain Decline

Joint Replacement Patients Face Blood Clot Risk in Hospital

Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging

More Known About Proteins That Cause Autoimmune Diseases

'The Pill' Can Help Ease Period Pain, Study Finds

U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025

'Upper Normal' Blood Pressure Linked to Heart Risk in Men

Vitamin D Won't Help Most COPD Patients: Study

Younger Adults on Multiple Meds at Risk for Falls: Study

'Bath-Salts' Injection Leads to Flesh-Eating Disease

Brain Structure Adapts to Arm Injury, Study Says

Children Born by C-Section at Slightly Higher Asthma Risk

Children's Drowning Injuries, Deaths Decline: Study

Drop in Melanoma Deaths Limited to Educated Whites: Study

Drugs for Adult ADHD Safe for the Heart

Endovascular Graft Approved for Tears of Aorta

Fitness May Trump Weight for Good Health

Health Highlights: Jan. 16, 2012

Health Tip: Avoid the Flu During Travel

Health Tip: What Affects Blood Glucose?

HPV Test Finds Cervical Cancer Earlier

Injuries to Pedestrians Wearing Headphones Tripled Since 2004

Is Continued Lip-Reading an Early Sign of Autism?

Many Head and Neck Cancer Survivors Face Eating Problems

More, Faster Weight Loss Seen With Gastric Bypass Than Banding

'Nose Job' May Make You Look a Bit Younger, Too: Study

Older Runners Still Use Oxygen Efficiently

Overweight Teen Girls May Have Higher Acne Risk

Pediatricians Split on Heart Tests Before Kids' ADHD Meds

Preemie's Nervous System May Raise Risk for SIDS

Rotating Shift Work Raises Diabetes Risk

Teens of Lesbian Parents Appear Well-Adjusted

Women Quit Breast Cancer Drugs Over Side Effects

Women Suffer From Sleep Apnea, Raised Heart Risks, Too

Your Taste for Fat May Reside in Your Genes

Do Men Flash Cash to Find a Mate?

Heading Soccer Balls Could Injure Brain

Deaf 'Signers' Quick to Interpret Body Language: Study

Healthy Children, Safe Homes a Winning Combination

At More U.S. Workplaces, Smokers Need Not Apply

Bored Workers Often Turn to Chocolate, Booze, Study Finds

CDC Warns Against Sharing Insulin Pens

Experts Urge Public Action to Aid Cancer Prevention

Health Highlights: Jan. 13, 2012

Health Tip: Buy Safe Toys

Health Tip: Take Care of Dry Skin

Need to Exercise More? Think How It Will Help You Now

Normal Pregnancies May Be Misdiagnosed as Ectopic

Recent Rotavirus Vaccines Safe, Study Says

Salt Water Won't Stop Python Invasion in Florida: Experts

Statins Cost Four Times More in U.S. Than in U.K.

Surgeons Offer Advice on Avoiding Varicose Veins

Weight Gain Often Unrecognized by Young Women

Work-Life Balance Tougher for Couples With Similar Jobs

Antidepressants While Pregnant Linked to Slight Risk of Lung Problem in Babies

Blogging Can Help Calm Anxious Teens: Study

Children Exposed to HIV Before Birth at Risk for Language Delay

DNA Damage From Chemo May Help Spur Leukemia's Return

Does Deodorant Ingredient Affect Breast Cancer Risk?

'Exoskeleton' Helps Paralyzed Stand, Take Steps

Health Highlights: Jan. 12, 2012

Health Tip: Better Manage Stress

Health Tip: Help Control Constipation During Pregnancy

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Less Common in Sunny States

Little Known About How Autism Affects Teen Drivers: Researchers

Music May Ease Anxiety, Pain in Prostate Biopsy Patients

Partner's 'Viral Load' a Major Factor in HIV Transmission: Study

U.S. Diabetes Prevention Program Might Avert 885,000 Cases

Your Smartphone May Be Stressing You Out

Alcohol Targets Brain 'Reward Centers' in Heavy Drinkers

Americans Living Longer, Report Finds

Car, TV Ownership Tied to Higher Risk for Heart Attack

Could Internet Addiction Disrupt Brain's Connections?

Covering Gym Fees Might Be Money Saver for Medicare

Even When Silent, Irregular Heartbeat Linked to Stroke Risk

Gene Research Sheds Light on Rare Immune Disease

Health Highlights: Jan. 11, 2012

Health Tip: Spot the Symptoms of Heart Attack

Health Tip: When Your Child Cries at Night

Herbal Medicines for Arthritis Not Backed by Evidence

Internet Flu Searches May Warn of Outbreaks

Marathoners at Slim Risk of Cardiac Arrest

Mouse Study Give Clues to Why Exercise Is Healthy

Novel Stem Cell Treatment May Hold Promise for Type 1 Diabetes

Outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease Traced to Hospital Fountain

Role of Diet in ADHD Is Mixed

Scientists Identify Inherited Prostate Cancer Gene

Surgeons in Mid-Career Have Fewest Complications: Study

Tests Might Someday Help Spot Early Lung Cancer

Three Embryos Are Too Many for IVF: Study

Alzheimer's Med Seems Ineffective in Those With Down Syndrome

Asian-Americans More Apt to Die in Hospital After Heart Attacks

Autism Gastro Problems May Be Linked to Gut Bacteria

Certain Diabetes Drugs Might Aid Weight Loss

Dementia May Lead to Avoidable Hospitalizations

Diabetes Takes a Toll on Lifetime Earnings: Study

Health Highlights: Jan. 10, 2012

Health Tip: Is My Neck Pain Serious?

Health Tip: Make Low-Cholesterol Salad Choices

Heart Experts Make Boosting Bystander CPR a Priority

How to Keep From Overeating When Eating Out

Mixed News on Tough-to-Treat Lung Cancer

Monkeys Treated With 'Love Hormone' Show More Kindness

Occasional Pot Smoking Won't Harm Lungs: Study

One in Six Americans Binge Drink: CDC

Study Challenges Potassium Guidelines for Heart Attack Patients

Too Much Vitamin D Could Be Harmful to Heart

Anti-Estrogen Treatment Shrank Lung Tumors in Mice

Could Nicotine Patches Help Stave Off Memory Loss?

Diet Might Have Some Effect on ADHD

Exercise May Help Those at Higher Risk for Alzheimer's: Study

FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant

Grief Is a Real Heartbreaker, Study Finds

Growth in U.S. Health Spending Stayed Slow in 2010

Health Highlights: Jan. 9, 2012

Health Tip: Be Prepared for Skin Changes as You Age

Health Tip: Insomnia Keeping You Awake?

Kids Who Need Heart Surgery May Fare Better at Busier Hospitals

Low-Dose Aspirin to Prevent First Heart Attack or Stroke? Not So Fast

Most Parents Tell Kids About Test Results for Breast Cancer Genes

New Blood Thinner Linked to Higher Heart Attack Risk

Nicotine Patches, Gums Won't Help Smokers Quit Long-Term: Study

Power of Acupuncture to Ease Migraines Questioned in Study

Researchers Look at Genomes of Nonsmokers With Lung Cancer

Short Delay in Treating Blood Pressure Safe for Diabetics: Study

Statins May Boost Diabetes Risk in Older Women

Surgery Seems Most Effective for Herniated Discs

Why Some People Live to 110

Safety Tips for Cold-Weather Exercise

ADHD Drug Shortage Pushes Parents to Seek Substitutes

As Nations Develop, So May Bowel Disease

Diabetes Care Thwarted by Unstable Health Insurance: Study

Global Study Finds Drug Abuse Highest in Richer Nations

Health Highlights: Jan. 6, 2012

Health Tip: House Cleaning With Arthritis

Health Tip: Make Eating a Family Affair

Mice Exposed to Smoke Helped by Blood Pressure Drug: Study

Paranoid or Placid? Scans Show Pot's Effect on Brain

PSA Test for Prostate Cancer Doesn't Save Lives: Study

Researchers Identify Liver Cancer Risk Factors

Resolve to Take Colon Cancer Test, Experts Say

Smog Tied to Raised Risk of Chronic Illness in Black Women

Study Offers Clues to Why Some Don't Benefit From Asthma Drugs

Weight Loss Surgery May Help Diabetes

Antibiotics in Pregnancy May Shield Newborns From Strep B

Blood Test May Reveal Child's Sex Soon After Conception

Chronic Heartburn a Growing Problem in U.S.

Could Daily Aspirin Harm Seniors' Eyes?

Drug Eases Gout Flare-ups in Some Patients: Study

Experts Endorse Lower Lead-Poisoning Threshold

Flu Prevention Critical for Those With Neurologic Conditions, CDC Says

Have Heartburn? Get Help

Health Highlights: Jan. 5, 2012

Health Tip: Is it Time to Potty Train?

Health Tip: When Aggressive Behavior Signals a Problem

Heart Failure, Diabetes Might Be Linked by Protein

Like Babies, Dogs Pick Up on People's Intent

Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC

Mental Decline Can Start at 45, Study Finds

Missed Naps Could Put Toddlers at Risk for Mood Disorders

Scientists Create First Monkeys With Mixed Genomes

Cancer Incidence, Death Rates Continue to Drop: Report

Celiac Disease in Women Linked to Depression Risk

Family Tips for Getting Fit

FDA Curbs Use of Certain Antibiotics in Livestock, Poultry

Gene Mutation Linked to Chemo-Resistant Colon Cancer

Health Highlights: Jan. 4, 2012

Health Tip: Physical Problems May Cause Insomnia

Health Tip: Practice Sledding Safety

Helping Others to Help Yourself

Many Teen Girls Mistakenly Think HPV Vaccines Cut Risk for All STDs

MRI Scans Show Brain Changes in Kids With Schizophrenia

Need Help? Seek Out the Humble

New Guidelines Issued for Combining HIV, Seizure Meds

Novel Hepatitis C Vaccine Shows Some Early Promise

Potential Herpes Vaccine Disappoints Researchers

Race, Gender, Dementia May Affect Parkinson's Survival

'Safety-First' Playgrounds Linked to Bored, Inactive Kids: Study

Study Reveals Who's More Prone to Be a 'Mean Drunk'

U.S. Twin Births Soar: CDC

Extra Calories, Low Protein Are Culprits in Weight Gain

Fun Ways to Include Kids in Fitness Resolutions

Health Highlights: Jan. 3, 2011

Health Tip: Footcare Suggestions for Diabetics

Health Tip: When It's Time to Call the Doctor About Bedwetting

Insulin-Linked Hormone May Also Raise Alzheimer's Risk

Most Adults With Facial Disfigurement Adapt Psychologically

Older Folks, College Kids Make Decisions Just as Quickly: Study

Pneumonia Vaccine Approved for Older People

Poor Sleep May Complicate Young Diabetics' Blood Sugar Control

U.S. Heart Attack Patients Readmitted Most Often: Study

Weight Loss Surgery Linked to Fewer Heart Attacks, Deaths

Women's Sexual Satisfaction Often Rises With Age: Study

Changes in Cerebrospinal Fluid May Signal Early Alzheimer's

Health Tip: Minimize Nightmares

Health Tip: Stay Healthy During Menopause

Lots of Exercise May Boost Kids' Grades

Mom's Poverty, Diabetes Might Raise ADHD Risk in Kids

Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise May Ease Neck Pain

Study Looks at Deep Brain Stimulation in Bipolar Patients

With Depression, Helping Others May in Turn Help You

Persistence Is Key to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off

Uncork With Care, Eye Experts Warn

A Life-Saving Lesson That Took Decades to Learn

Crowding in ER May Delay Pain Relief for Kids

For Some Couples, Binge Drinking Is Routine

Gene Mutations Linked to Thyroid Cancer Risk: Study

Health Highlights: Dec. 30, 2011

Health Tip: Dealing With Alzheimer's

Health Tip: What is a Night Terror?

Meth Users Much More Likely to Try Suicide

MP3 Players May Be Major Source of Hearing Loss

Multiple Sclerosis May Cause Changes in Thalamus: Study

Obesity, Diabetes Pose 1-2 Threat to Young Americans

PTSD, Respiratory Problems May Be Linked in 9/11 Responders

Tips to Keep Winter Sports Injury-Free

Tips to Start Running and Stay Motivated in 2012

U.S. Blacks More Likely to Die of Colon Cancer Than Whites: Study

Are Global Market Forces Linked to Obesity Epidemic?

Even Today, the Stigma of Mental Illness Won't Fade

Gene Mutation May Be Key to Familial Pancreatic Cancer

Hand-Washing Key to Stopping Spread of Disease

Health Care Reform Battle Tops Health News for 2011

Health Highlights: Dec. 29, 2011

Health Tip: Eat Right During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Exercising With Arthritis

Is American Medicine Too Test Happy?

Music May Help Ease Pain for Anxious People

Parents Speak Out on Catastrophic Youth Sports Injuries

Risk Factors for Vision Loss After Spine Surgery Identified

'Silent Strokes' Linked to Memory Loss in Elderly: Study

Virginia Man Won't Let His Mental Illness Define Him

Adding Lovenox Didn't Reduce Blood Clot Death Risk in Study

Avastin May Help Some With Ovarian Cancer: Studies

Cases of Tamiflu-Resistant Flu Concern Experts

Columbus Voyage Tied to Syphilis Spread?

Doubt Cast on Use of Genetic Test Before Plavix

Eating Disorders Can Last Well Beyond Teen Years

For 2012, Resolve to Quit Smoking

Fungus Found in Sinks Can Cause Serious Infections

Health Highlights: Dec. 28, 2011

Health Tip: Burned Out at Work?

Health Tip: Wear Your Seat Belt During Pregnancy

In High-Tech Age, the Good Old Letter Still Holds Sway

Know the Signs of Alzheimer's

Some 'Gluten-Free' Beers Really Aren't: Study

States Crack Down on Drunk Drivers This Holiday Season

U.S. Doctors Behind Face Transplants Give Details of Procedure

Vitamins, Omega-3s May Keep Brain From Shrinking: Study

Adversity, Trauma May Boost Mental Toughness

Breast Cancer Radiation Linked to Raised Heart Risk

Eating Out Doesn't Have to Mean Excess Calories

Get a Head Start on 2012 Fitness Resolutions

Health Highlights: Dec. 27, 2011

Health Tip: Choose Your Day to Quit Smoking

Health Tip: Discuss Weight With Your Child

New Blood Test May Rule Out Heart Attacks More Quickly

Poor People May Be Quicker to Be Kind

Racial Disparities Seem to Persist in Depression Diagnosis

The Mainstreaming of Vegan Diets

The New Face of Pet Therapy

Health Tip: Learning to Eat With Dentures

Health Tip: When Children Break the Rules

How to Make Your Quit-Smoking Resolution Stick

More Schooling Might Raise IQ

Mother-Toddler Bond May Influence Teen Obesity

Tips to Protect Skin From Cold Winter Weather

A Visit Can Bring Holiday Cheer to Hospitalized Patients

Study Shows How Busy Reindeer Keep Their Cool

Breast Cancer Patients Face More Imaging Tests Today

Cancer Survivors Should Take Steps to Keep Healthy During Holidays

Fears of Divorce May Be Keeping Many Young Couples From Marriage: Study

Hay Fever Symptoms Worse in Spring Than Summer: Study

Health Highlights: Dec. 23, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Falls During Holiday Decorating

Health Tip: Use Medications Safely

Holiday Travel Tips for People With Diabetes

Keeping Kids Warm, Dry and Safe in Cold Weather

Many VA Patients Would Share Personal Health Records, Study Finds

Obesity Linked to Higher Esophageal Cancer Death Rates

Overweight 7-Year-Olds Face Higher Risk of Asthma

Parents May Hold Key to Healthy Weight in Hispanic Kids

Scientists Ponder Santa's High-Tech Secrets

Toddlers Don't Seem to Listen to Own Voices to Correct Speech

As Gastric Banding Increases, So May Complications

Caring for Low Birth-Weight Baby Hard on Moms: Study

Chorus Gives Voice to Those With Alzheimer's

Chronic School Absenteeism Linked to Mental Health Problems

Does Your Teen Constantly Challenge You?

Frankincense Production May Be Doomed

Health Highlights: Dec. 22, 2011

Health Tip: Diabetes Can Raise the Risk of Skin Infections

Health Tip: Improving Your Cholesterol

Hearing Devices More Apt to Fail in Children Who Had Meningitis

Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommended for Adults With Diabetes

How to Survive the Holiday Eating Season

Journal Retracts Faulty Chronic Fatigue Study

Most Weight Regained by Older Women Is Fat, Study Finds

Noisy Toys Might Harm Kids' Hearing

Teens Become Less Active as They Enter Adulthood

'27 Club' Debunked: Musicians Aren't Prone to Die at That Age

40 Years On, the Triumphs and Challenges of America's 'War on Cancer'

As Obesity Rises, More Suffer From Acid Reflux

Did Beethoven's Hearing Loss Shape His Compositions?

Diet Might Help Those Immobilized by Knee Osteoarthritis

Health Highlights: Dec. 21, 2011

Health Tip: Diabetics, Pack Smart for Holiday Travel

Health Tip: Manage Stress

Holiday Blues May Signal Depression

Isentress Approval Expanded to Include Children and Teens

Limit Cold Medications During Pregnancy, Experts Advise

Most Sick or Disabled Seniors Want Docs to Say How Long They Have

Move to Hospital Isolation Unit Linked to Raised Delirium Risk

Research Sheds Light on Gene Mutation's Role in Rare Tumors

Scientists Probe the Origins of Dyslexia

Thinner Brains Could Signal Alzheimer's, Study Suggests

Timing of Aquatic Therapy After Joint Replacement Matters

Widowers Who Stay Single Might Face More Mental Health Woes

Buildup of Newer Flame Retardants Concerns Scientists

Driving Isn't An Issue for Most People With Diabetes

Drug Overdoses Kill More Americans Than Car Accidents: CDC

Early Food Choices Seem to Influence Taste for Salt Later

Edarbyclor Approved for High Blood Pressure

Health Highlights: Dec. 20, 2011

Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise Injury

Health Tip: Risk Factors for Varicose Veins

Hormone Might Ease Menopause, Boost Women's Sex Life: Study

Jump in Resting Heart Rate Might Signal Higher Death Risk

Maggots Quickly Clean Up Wounds, Study Shows

Making Sense of Cancer Screening Updates

Many Police Officers Battle Sleep Woes, Study Finds

Mindfulness Training May Help Arthritis Patients Cope

Screening Alone Not Enough to Prevent Sudden Death in College Athletes

Severe Sepsis Can Harm the Immune System

Treating High Blood Pressure May Add Years to Life

Uterine Fibroids Cost Billions in U.S. Health Care, Lost Work: Report

Youth Exposure to Unwanted Internet Sexual Encounters Drops

Blood Pressure Control in Middle Age Can Lower Lifetime Heart Risk

Bottled Tan May Keep Women Out of the Sun

Choosing a Toy? Think 'Kid-Powered'

Discerning Gift-Givers Look for Toys That Offer More Than Fun

Endometriosis Tied to Higher Risk of Crohn's, Colitis

Folks Flock to Facebook for Kindred Spirits

Health Highlights: Dec. 19, 2011

Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Macular Degeneration?

Health Tip: Skip the Cold Medicine Before Age 4

Knee Pain Plagues Many Women Over 50

Nearly 1 in 3 Young U.S. Adults Have Arrest Records: Study

'Nerve Snip' Might Ease Dangerous Irregular Heartbeat

Obesity Linked to Lower Paychecks

Previous Cancer May Up Melanoma Risk

Study Suggests Most Would Sacrifice One Life to Save Many

Tips for Avoiding Asthma, Allergy Triggers This Season

Vitamin D Helps Bone Health Only With Calcium: Report

Christmas Trees and Trappings Can Fan Fire Risk

Extra Help Enhances Holidays for Older Relatives

Dentist Gives Advice to Keep Holiday Smiles Bright

Pediatricians Offer Tips to Avoid Holiday Hazards

Asthma Drugs in Pregnancy Might Pose Risk for Kids

Blood Pressure Readings Differ When Guidelines Followed

Dengue Fever Cases Subside in Florida, But Threat Remains

Drug Users With HIV at Much Higher Overdose Risk

FDA Seeks to Get More Women Into Trials of Medical Devices

Health Highlights: Dec. 16, 2011

Health Tip: Keep Diabetes in Check During the Holidays

Health Tip: Participating in Winter Sports

Life After Cigarettes Is Happier: Study

Men Often Misread Women's Sexual Cues: Study

New Device Approved for Children With Heart Failure

Presumed Consent Wouldn't Boost U.S. Organ Donation: Study

Sense of Smell Helped Separate Humans From Neanderthals

Spouse's Reaction May Affect Pain Management

Study Looks at Stroke Risks in Teen Football Players

Targeted Radiation for Breast Cancer May Be Overused: Study

WTC First Responders More Likely to Have Asthma: Study

‘Broken Heart’ Syndrome More Common in Women

Brief, Intense Exercise Lowers Blood Sugar, Small Study Finds

Calorie Info Helps Teens Choose Water Over Sugary Drinks

Construction Workers at High Risk for Injury and Illness

Dentists Could Fill Gap in Health Care, Study Says

Diagnosis of Autism Varies Widely Across U.S.

Do Certain Blood Types Boost Stroke Risk?

Donated Pacemakers From U.S. Safely Reused in India: Study

Drinking Raises Risk for Breast Conditions

Experts Urge Limits on Medical Research on Chimpanzees

Health Highlights: Dec. 15, 2011

Health Tip: Are You Actually Hungry?

Health Tip: Dealing With Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy

Healthy Habits May Help Heart and Block Cancer

HPV Test Spots Cervical Cancer Earlier Than Pap Smear: Study

Kidneys Benefit from Tight Control of Blood Sugar

Legalized Same-Sex Marriage May Boost Gay Men's Health

Low Iron Levels May Increase Blood Clot Risk

NYC Sees Drop in Child Obesity; Can Other Cities Do Same?

Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report

Recession Hurt Parent-Child Ties, Survey Finds

Robotic Therapy May Help Some Stroke Survivors Walk

Smoking Linked to Skin Cancer in Women

Snow Shoveling Really Does Raise Heart Attack Risk: Study

Toy Safety Tips Help Protect Kids

Alcohol Use Down, Pot Use Up Among U.S. Teens

Apnea Treatment Might Reduce Signs of Heart Disease Risk

Could Statins Help Those Hospitalized With Flu?

Drunk Driving-Related Deaths Surge During the Holidays

Electronic Cigarette Makers Must Prove Safety of Products: Report

Facebook Launches Service to Help Prevent Suicide

Headaches May Plague Many With HIV/AIDS

Health Highlights: Dec. 14, 2011

Health Tip: At Risk for Hip Fracture?

Health Tip: Protect Teeth From Decay

Higher Hospital Admissions Equal Higher Readmissions: Study

Injuries Linked to Holiday Decorating on the Rise

Magnetic Brain Stimulation Might Help Some Stroke Patients

Med Students Need Hand Holding on Hand Washing

Millions of Americans Are Victims of Sexual Violence: CDC

Study Finds Fewer Blood Transfusions Needed After Hip Surgeries

Walking While Drunk Can Lead to Deadly Accidents: Expert

Weighing the Benefits of Cancer Screening for Older Adults

Angioplasty Safe at Hospitals Without On-Site Surgery: Review

'Body Clock' Might Affect Women's Dementia Risk

Chewing Khat Raises Heart Disease, Death Risk: Study

Chronic Fatigue Tied to Extended School Absences

'Ecstasy' May Cause Long-Term Changes in Brain Chemistry

Health Highlights: Dec. 13, 2011

Health Tip: Find Time for You

Health Tip: Help Protect Against Blood Clots

Loss of Health Insurance Much Likelier for Adults This Recession

Many Toddlers Wind Up in ER After Accidental Overdose

Obesity Less Harmful to Self-Esteem in Black Women: Study

Procedure May Lower Complications After Leg Clots

Some Causes of Stillbirth May Be Avoidable: Studies

Study Sheds Light on Preemies' Higher SIDS Risk

Type of Muscular Dystrophy Linked to Raised Cancer Risk

U.S. Safety Board Urges Nationwide Ban on Drivers' Use of Cellphones

Want to Cut Chocolate Cravings? Take a Walk

Working Moms Happier, Healthier Than Stay-at-Home Peers: Study

Acupuncture Might Ease Chemotherapy Pain

ADHD Drugs Don't Raise Risk of Heart Problems: Study

After Mastectomy, Breast Reconstruction Is Safe for Older Women

Are Too Many Older People Screened for Cancer?

Birth Defects Seem Rare in Kids of Childhood Cancer Survivors

Blink Patterns May Be a Window Into Autistic Mind

Brain Changes May Be Tied to Parkinson's Dementia

Cancer Outpatients at Greater Risk for Blood Clots

Health Highlights: Dec. 12, 2011

Health Tip: How to Ease Leg Cramps During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Keep the Sport in Kids' Sports

Radiation May Also Lead to 'Chemo Brain'

Side Effects Cause Many Older Women to Drop Breast Cancer Drugs

Snakes Make Your Skin Crawl? Study Suggests Why

Too Much Alcohol Linked to Unsafe Sex, Study Confirms

World's Tiniest 'Preemies' Growing Up Healthy: Report

Adult Sickle Cell Drug May Benefit Kids, Too

Drug for Acute Respiratory Distress May Do More Harm Than Good: Study

Gene Therapy a Boon for 6 Hemophilia Patients

Low-Dose Aspirin After Lung Clot Could Prevent Recurrence

Abuse May Alter Child's Brain Activity

Americans Encouraged to Get Flu Vaccine

Behavior Problems May Surface in Preemies by Preschool

Broadway Strikes an Autism-Friendly Chord

Burn-Casualty Soldiers at High Risk for Kidney Injury, Study Finds

Can Chewing Gum Boost Exam Scores?

Depression, Disability Can Follow ICU Care: Study

For Older Runners, the Message Is: Keep Those Legs Pumping

Health Highlights: Dec. 9, 2011

Health Tip: Don't Let Holiday Turkey Make You Sick

Health Tip: Should You Still Be Driving?

'Love Hormone' May Buffer Kids From Mom's Depression

Obese Patients May Benefit the Most From Surgery for Irregular Heartbeat

Preemies Infected With More Dangerous Types of Bacteria: Study

Psych Episode Near Childbirth May Presage Bipolar Disorder

Recent E. Coli Outbreak Traced to Lettuce From One Farm: CDC

Breast Cancer Gene Puts Survivors at Higher Odds for Recurrence

British Study Suggests Mammograms Do More Harm Than Good

CDC Issues New TB Treatment Guidelines

Early Ovary Removal May Raise Arthritis, Osteoporosis Risk

Family Tree May Affect Diagnosis Age in Some Breast Cancers

FDA Panel Cites Clot Risk From Contraceptive Patch

Few With Acute Kidney Injury See Specialists, Study Finds

Few Women Get Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy: Study

Health Highlights: Dec. 8, 2011

Health Tip: Opt for a Healthy Weight-Loss Plan

More Americans Exercise, but Arthritis Can Get in the Way

Rats Can Lend a Helping Paw to Others, Study Finds

Starchy Foods May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence

Stress Early in Pregnancy Linked to Fewer Baby Boys

Taxi Drivers Show How Learning Changes Adult Brain

Treating Prehypertension Lowers Stroke Risk: Study

Active Surveillance May Benefit Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer

Avastin Boosted Survival for Type of Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study

Bone Drugs May Also Battle Breast Cancer, Researchers Say

British Screening Program Finding More Early Stage Colon Cancers

Chimps Shed Light on How Humans Learned to Share

Expert Panel Pinpoints Environmental Culprits in Breast Cancer

FDA Panels to Weigh Safety of Newer Forms of the 'Pill'

Health Highlights: Dec. 7, 2011

Health Tip: Is Your Relationship Healthy?

Health Tip: Wind Down With Mind-Body Exercises

Hispanic Women More Likely to Die of Breast Cancer

Many Kids Seen in ER Have High Blood Pressure

Marathons May Damage Part of Heart: Study

Medicaid Spending for Depression Rose in Past Decade

MS May Take a Different Pathway Than Previously Thought

Obesity Linked to Worse Outcomes With Early Breast Cancer

Some States Make Stopping Smoking Easier Than Others

Targeted Radiation May Not Be Better for Breast Cancer

Two New Drug Combos May Fight Advanced Breast Cancers

U.S. Health Secretary Says 'No' to Morning-After Pill for Younger Teens

Vaccine Might One Day Prevent 'Cruise Ship' Stomach Bug

Women Can Net the Heart Benefits of Fatty Fish

Bed Bugs Can Bypass Pitfalls of Inbreeding, Studies Say

Diabetes, Obesity After 60 May Drive Up Breast Cancer Risk

FDA Targets Homeopathic Weight Loss Products

Gene Mutation Helps Clear Fats From Blood, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Dec. 6, 2011

Health Tip: Are You Disposed to the Holiday Blues?

Health Tip: Boost Your Brain Power

Hormone Drugs Might Not Raise Heart-Related Deaths in Prostate Patients

If Parents Drink and Drive, Their Kids May Too: Study

Mammograms Cut Risk of Breast Cancer Death by Half, Study Finds

Most Doctors Don't Tell Parents Kids Are Overweight

Most U.S. Presidents Live Longer Than Their Peers

New Tests Might Better Predict Breast Cancer's Return

Research With Worms May Shed Light on Women's Fertility

Rotating Shift Work May Boost Women's Diabetes Risk

Steroids May Boost Survival for Very Preemie Babies

Targeted Drugs, Lung CT Screening Top Cancer Advances in 2011

Very Low Birth Weight May Affect Adult Memory, IQ

Vitamin D Levels Tied to Diabetes Risk in Obese Kids

Abuse in Childhood May Alter Teen Brain

Autistic Teens With Epilepsy Often Light-Sensitive

Best Antidepressant May Depend on Patient: Study

Common Hospital Infection Lengthens Patient Stays

Fetal Exposure to Epilepsy Drug Might Raise Autism Risk: Study

Fish May Cut Threat of Heart Disease in Young Women

Fitness May Lower Death Risk Even Without Weight Loss

Girls More Prone Than Boys to Headaches After Head Injury

Good News for Those Worried About U.S. Nursing Shortage

Health Highlights: Dec. 5, 2011

Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now

Health Tip: Easy on the Holiday Buffets

Health Tip: The Risks of Smoking While Pregnant

Kids With Epilepsy Should Get Screened for Autism, Developmental Delays

More Children Using Preventive Asthma Drugs: Study

Nervous System May Hold Key to Weight Loss

Risk for Dementia Rises When Diabetes, Depression Meet: Study

Study Sees Rice as Source of Arsenic Exposure

Teen 'Sexting' Might Be Less Common Than Feared

U.S. School Kids Often Miss Out on Recess, Study Finds

3-D TV Doesn't Raise Seizure Risk for Kids With Epilepsy: Study

More Evidence Links Specific Genes to ADHD

Rare Seizure Disorder Gives Clues About Brain's Laughter Center

Epileptic Seizures May Worsen During Menstrual Cycle

Few Contact Lens Users Follow All Care Guidelines, Study Finds

Abusive Boss May Harm Workers' Home Life, Too

Colon Cancer Prognosis Worse for the Obese, Type 2 Diabetics

Depression, Partner Conflict Raise Suicide Risk for Pregnant Women, New Moms

Health Highlights: Dec. 2, 2011

Health Tip: Watch Your Weight This Holiday Season

Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats

Lung Cancer's Hidden Victims: Those Who Never Smoked

New Guidelines for Treating Psoriasis When Pregnant or Nursing

Opioids May Be Overused for Chronic Stomach Pain

Police at No Greater PTSD Risk Than General Public: Study

Pressure to Be Perfect Parent Can Discourage New Moms, Dads

Prozac Might Ease Repetitive Behaviors in Some Adults With Autism

Scientists ID Gene That Predicts Chances of Cold Sores

Sickle Cell Disease Tied to 'Silent Strokes' in Children

Socioeconomic Status Main Predictor of Health Habits: Study

AIDS Research Holds Promise for Reducing HIV Transmission Rates

Circle of Friends Key to Adopting Healthy Habits: Study

Despite Advances, HIV/AIDS Still Takes Heavy Emotional Toll

Experts Urge Posting Meat, Poultry Inspection Data on Web

FDA Moves to Speed Development of Artificial Pancreas Systems

First Generic Lipitor Approved

Genes May Make Quitting Tougher for Smokers

Health Highlights: Dec. 1, 2011

Health Tip: Do You Have Psoriatic Arthritis?

Health Tip: Spot Problems With a CPAP

How to Stay Flu-Free for the Holidays

Many Ignore Symptoms of Lung Disease, Study Finds

More Exercise Could Make For Better Sleep: Study

Multitasking Stresses Out Working Moms More Than Dads

Optimism May Help Female Undergrads With Their Grades

Ravens Gesture With Beaks Just Like Humans Use Hands

Studies in Mice May Offer Clues to Cleft Lip

Time of Surgery Doesn't Influence Results, Study Says

Veggies, Fruit May Lower Women's Stroke Risk

Younger Americans Face Greater Health Disparities: Study

Advocates Push for Greater Awareness of HIV/AIDS

Arsenic Detected in Apple, Grape Juice Samples

Clogged Arteries Pose Different Dangers for Men, Women: Study

Docs Who Own MRIs Order Far More Scans

Drug May Dampen Dangerous Side Effect of Stem Cell Transplants

Health Highlights: Nov. 30, 2011

Health Tip: Help Your Child Prepare for a Sibling

Health Tip: Recovering From Pneumonia

Infant Vaccines May Work Better If Given in Afternoon

Lobular Breast Cancer Linked to Paternal Cancer History

Long-Term Approach to Smoking Cessation May Work Best

Many Suicidal Teens Make First Try Before High School

Most U.S. Drivers Engage in 'Distracting' Behaviors: Poll

Non-Fried Fish Might Help Ward Off Alzheimer's: Study

Recovery From Concussions in Young Athletes May Take Longer Than Thought

Scans May Discern Between Two Types of Dementia

Self-Monitoring of Blood Thinner May Halve Clot Risk

Toddlers Taking HIV Drugs Have Higher Cholesterol

Women's High Blood Sugar Linked to Colorectal Cancer: Study

Chronic Disease May Up Out-of-Pocket Costs for Insured

Could Soccer 'Headers' Cause Brain Injury?

Creative Minds More Prone to Cheating

Do Men Think About Sex All the Time? Maybe Not

'Flat Head' Syndrome in Babies Usually Temporary

Girls Feel Sadder Than Boys When Friends Let Them Down

Health Highlights: Nov. 29, 2011

Health Tip: Minimize Jet Lag

Health Tip: Signs That May Indicate ADHD

Lipitor Goes Generic, Saving Patients Money

Many With HIV Not Getting Meds: CDC

Medication Review May Benefit Home Health Care Patients

Men More Likely to Skip Cancer Screenings: Study

Mid-Morning Snacks May Thwart Diets

New Hip Implants No Better Than Older Ones, Study Finds

New Software Might Help Predict Difficult Childbirth

Scans Reveal Differences in Psychopathic Brains

Angioplasty Patients May Be at Risk for Rehospitalization

Brain Pathways Seem Disrupted in Kids With ADHD

Doctors in a Bind When Parents Want to Delay, Skip Vaccines

Fatty Liver Disease Doesn't Affect Survival, Study Finds

Head Size Tied to Regressive Autism in Boys

Health Highlights: Nov. 28, 2011

Health Tip: Breast-Feeding Is Good for Moms, Too

Health Tip: Parenting a Disabled Child

Heart Attack Severity May Depend on Time of Day

Lengthy Hospital Transfers May Hamper Heart Attack Care

Low-Cal Diet Cuts Fat Around Heart in Obese People: Study

Older Women Have More Post-Surgical Breast Reduction Infections

Patches, Counseling, Persistence Can Help Smokers Quit

Second Cancer Often Same Type as the First, Study Finds

Titanium Joint Debris May Trigger Painful Inflammation

Violent Video Games May Alter Brain Function: Study

Surviving Holiday Parties When You Have Social Anxiety

One-Third of Firefighter Injuries Are Exercise-Induced: Study

Autoimmune Woes May Raise Risk for Lung Clots

Health Tip: Make Healthy Choices at Fast-Food Restaurants

Health Tip: Pack Your Holiday Leftovers Carefully

How to Extend Holiday Cheer

Racism's Mental Toll May Explain Some Health Disparities

Yawning May Cool the Brain When Needed

Allergy Sufferers Should Prepare for Holiday Triggers

Black Friday Is About More Than Bargains, Expert Says

Health Tip: Help Prevent Epilepsy

Health Tip: Protect Kids Who Have Food Allergies

More Aggressive Chemo May Help Younger Lymphoma Patients: Study

1st Artificial Windpipe Made With Stem Cells Seems Successful

Doctor, Take a Cue From Shakespeare

Does Thinness Raise Alzheimer’s Risk?

Four Common Meds Send Thousands of Seniors to Hospital: CDC

Gene Shortage Might Lead to Shorter Height, Study Says

Health Highlights: Nov. 23, 2011

Health Tip: Don't Take Too Many NSAIDs

Health Tip: The Food-Mood Connection

Intermittent Steroid Use Called OK for Wheezing Preschoolers

Little Social Life for Autistic Teens, Researchers Say

Many Kindergarteners Already on Road to Obesity, Study Finds

Newer Blood Thinner May Pose Danger to Trauma Patients

Scientists Reveal Monarch Butterfly Genome

Some Holiday Traditions Have Health Consequences: Expert

U.S. Teens Don't Eat Enough Fruits and Veggies: CDC

BPA Levels Spike After Eating Canned Soup: Study

Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Safe for Long-Term Use, Study Finds

Chronic Bowel Disease Drugs Linked to Skin Cancer Risk

College Students Smoke When They Party, Drink and Work

ER Visits for Energy-Drink Ills Soar in U.S.

Get Rid of Bumpers, Stuffed Animals in Baby's Crib

Health Highlights: Nov. 22, 2011

Health Tip: Parenting a Child With a Heart Defect

Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Damage Joints

HIV Patients at Heightened Risk for Certain Cancers

How Much Salt Is Best for the Heart?

Meditation Can 'Turn Off' Regions of the Brain

Merck to Pay $950M to Settle Probe of Vioxx Marketing

More Blacks Die in Hospital After Diverticulitis Surgery

Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk of Endometrial Cancer

Study Looks at Nude Images' Effect on the Brain

Surgery May Boost Survival With Dangerous Heart Condition

Too Much Acetaminophen Over Time May Damage Liver

Acupuncture Safe for Children, Review Finds

At-Home Blood Pressure Readings Might Help Track Ailing Brain: Study

Bullying Moves From Online to Text-Messaging: Study

Could Weight Loss Be Early Sign of Alzheimer's?

Fewer Dying in U.S. From Throat, Mouth Cancer, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Nov. 21, 2011

Health Tip: Help Your Newborn Sleep at Night

Health Tip: How to Look for Whole Grains

Hypertension in Young Adulthood May Mean Trouble Later On

More Sore Throats Seen in Acne Patients Taking Antibiotics

New Canadian Guidelines Also Support No Routine Mammograms Until 50

Passing Through Doorways Might Spur Forgetfulness

Physically Demanding Work Raises Heart Risk in Unfit Men: Study

Psoriasis Treatment's Convenience May Be Key for Patients

Regular Sex May Be Key to Happy Marriage for Seniors

School Hygiene Program Reduced Flu Cases

Siblings Deeply Affected By Child's Cancer Death

Thin People May Be at Greater Risk for Post-Surgery Death

Holiday Foods May Trigger GERD Symptoms

Seniors' Memory Doesn't Seem to Improve With Sleep: Study

Think 'It's Not Me, It's You,' When Dealing With Angry Person

Watch What You Eat After Teeth-Whitening, Expert Says

Colon Surgery Linked to High Readmission Rates

Easy-to-Treat Condition Can Disrupt Breast-Feeding

Erwinaze Approved for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer

FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer

For Nutritional Punch, You Can't Beat Plant-Based Foods

Health Highlights: Nov. 18, 2011

Health Tip: Eating Healthy for Vegetarians

Health Tip: Treat Yourself Well During the Holidays

Hispanics With Diabetes Urged to Get Yearly Foot Care

Ill-Fitting Children's Seat Belts Common in U.S., Study Finds

Not Everyone Shuns Fruits and Veggies

Painkiller Dependence Before Knee Surgery May Slow Recovery

People May Lie More Often in Emails, Instant Messages

Tender Breasts From Combo HRT Linked to Higher Cancer Risk

U.S. Voters May Prefer Low-Pitched Male Voice

Words Recognized by Looks, Not Sounds

Young Chimps Play Much Like Children Do

19 Million New STD Infections Reported Annually, CDC Says

Antisocial Personalities May Find Social Niche in Gangs

Bipolar Kids May Focus on Different Facial Features

Cancer Doctors Still Not Great With Patients' Pain

C-Section Rate Drops for First Time in a Decade in U.S.

Does Psoriasis Thwart the Benefits of 'Good' Cholesterol?

Fewer Diabetic Vision Problems Reported: CDC

Health Highlights: Nov. 17, 2011

Health Tip: Getting Ready for Childbirth

Health Tip: Giving Kids Medicine

Mom-to-Be's Mental State May Affect Child's Development

More Americans Living to 90, U.S. Census Finds

Ovary-Saving Hysterectomy Linked to Early Menopause

Routine Head Hits in Sports May Injure Brain, Experts Warn

Sunken Chest Demands Prompt Evaluation, Expert Says

Talking About Size, Shape May Aid Math Skills

Blood Type May Be Associated With Stroke Risk: Study

Doctors Fall Short in Screening Young Athletes

Drug-Coated Balloons Open Arteries Blocked by Narrowed Stents

Even Without Weight Loss, Mediterranean Diet Helps Heart: Study

Gene Linked to Separation Anxiety

Health Highlights: Nov. 16, 2011

Health Tip: Using a Pedometer

Health Tip: Why Antibiotic Resistance Is Serious

Healthy Heart Habits May Also Guard Against Cancer

Jakafi Approved for Rare Bone-Marrow Disease

Losing Weight May Help Fight Gum Disease

Newer Drug Seems Better at Controlling Lupus Kidney Complication

Older ER Patients Less Likely to Get Pain Meds, Data Shows

One in 12 Teens Engages in Self-Harm: Report

Outlook Good for Obese Kids Who Lose Weight

Side Effects May Spur Men to Drop Tamoxifen for Breast Cancer

Smokeout Day: The Best Ways to Quit

Southeast U.S. Still Using High Levels of Antibiotics, Study Shows

Women More Prone to 'Broken Heart' Syndrome: Study

Women, Younger Men Under-Treated Before Heart Attack: Study

9/11 First Responders May Face Greater Heart Risks

Alcoholics More Likely to Die of Cancer: Study

Cholesterol Drug Shows Promise in Early Research

Diabetes Education Is ‘Fundamental’

Does a Gene Make People Seem Kinder?

Eat Well for Stronger Sperm

Fewer Disease Risk Factors Yet More Fatal Heart Attacks

Got High Blood Pressure? Kiwi Fruit May Help

Hairdressers May Be First to Spot Skin Cancer

Health Highlights: Nov. 15, 2011

Health Tip: Help Your Child Create a Healthy Body Image

Health Tip: Watch for Lactose in Foods

Heart Disease Rates Dropping in America

Heart Patients Using Vitamins May Take Meds Improperly

High Doses of Statins Tied to Less Arterial Plaque in Study

Higher Legal Drinking Age May Mean Safer Lives for Women

Hormone Therapy May Be OK for Some Women

Looking to Lose Weight? Get a 'Coach'

Low Vitamin D May Increase Stroke, Heart Attack Risk in Women

Lumpectomy Plus Radiation Equals Longer Survival

No Benefit From Niacin for Heart Patients in Study

Playtime Better Than Tube Time for Youngsters

Pneumonia Most Common Infection After Heart Surgery

Profile Drawn of People With Chronic Jaw Pain

Smart Kids More Likely to Try Illicit Drugs as Young Adults

Study Finds Link Between Low IQ, Large Waistline

Whole-Body Vibration Doesn't Build Bone After All: Study

Women Marathon Runners Have Less Artery Plaque: Study

Breast Cancer Chemo Tied to Memory Troubles

Childhood Aggression May Predict Health Woes in Adulthood

Could Women's Use of 'the Pill' Raise Men's Prostate Cancer Risk?

Drinking Risky for Women With Family History of Breast Cancer: Study

Experimental Drug for Irregular Heart Rhythm Raises Death Risk: Study

Exposure to Toxic Solvents Linked to Parkinson's Disease

Health Highlights: Nov. 14, 2011

Health Tip: Make Your Garage Safer

Health Tip: Protect Your Hearing

Hearing Loss Far More Common Than Expected

Low-Income Seniors at Greater Risk for Heart Failure

More Heart Attack Patients Take Meds When They Are Free

More Teens Getting Vaccines Against HPV, Other Infections: CDC

Poor Sleep May Lead to Fibromyalgia in Women

Shock Fear May Curb Sex for People With Heart Devices

Shot Might One Day Help Lower Cholesterol

Stem Cells Show Promise in Healing Damaged Hearts

Supreme Court to Rule on Obama's Health Care Reform

Warfarin May Need Less Monitoring for Some

Abused Girls at Greater Risk for Heart Disease as Adults: Study

Babies Put on Transplant List Before Birth Get Hearts Faster

Blood Thinner Xarelto Shows Promise for Heart Patients

Regular Teeth Cleanings Could Cut Heart Attack Risk: Study

Sepsis Plus Heart Rhythm Disorder Linked to Stroke, Death

Sugar-Sweetened Drinks May Pose Heart Risks to Women, Study Suggests

Too Few Doctors Screen Young Athletes for Hidden Heart Trouble

Can Facial Flaws Cost You the Job?

Intensive Control of Type 1 Diabetes Helps Kidneys: Study

After Brain Injury, Oxygen Monitoring Vital, Study Finds

Exclusive Breast-Feeding Not the Norm in U.S.

FDA Approves First Umbilical Cord Blood Product

Flu Hits 90 Million Children Under 5 Each Year

Former Football Players' Brains May Benefit From Healthy Lifestyle

Health Highlights: Nov. 11, 2011

Health Tip: Managing Diabetes While Under Stress

Health Tip: Recovering from Substance Abuse

Helping Others Helps Teens Beat Substance Abuse

High-Fiber Diet May Help Thwart Colon Cancer

Negative Anti-Smoking Ads Turn Off Anxious Viewers

New Guidelines Urge Cholesterol Check for All Kids Ages 9 to 11

Poorer Americans See Sharper Health Declines With Age

Seek Help for Breast-Feeding Troubles, Young Mom Advises

STD Complication May Double Infertility Risk

Teachers Critical in Helping Abused Kids Succeed

Vaccine Cut Bacterial Strain Linked to Meningitis, Pneumonia

ADHD Brain Changes Appear to Persist Into Adulthood

Black Children Less Likely to Get Kidney Transplant Before Dialysis

Cave Art Accurately Depicted Horses of Different Colors

Classic Restless Legs Syndrome Not Linked to Parkinson's

Cooking Class Benefits Kids in Many Ways

Drugs Slipped Into Drinks Sending Many to ER: Report

Fatherhood May Help Tough Guys Straighten Out

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Could Fall as Population Ages

Health Highlights: Nov. 10, 2011

Health Tip: Focus on Preconception Health

Health Tip: Is the Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine for You?

Heavy Meth Use Linked to Schizophrenia

'Mini-Strokes' Linked to Earlier Deaths

Stem-Cell Transplants Restored Pituitary Function in Mice

Watch Scary Movie, Sell Your Stocks?

Aggressive Drivers Often Identify With Their Vehicles

Brain Study Suggests Some Vegetative Patients Are Aware

Cavemen Knew It: Cooked Meat Offers More Energy

Computer 'Pathologist' Could Help Assess Breast Cancer Survival

Doctors Might Miss Some Cases of Child Abuse

Experimental Drug Slims Obese Monkeys

Health Highlights: Nov. 9, 2011

Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Shin Splints?

Health Tip: Help Keep Kids Safe on the Internet

Jaw Shrinks With Age, 40-Year Study Finds

Low-Income Dads Are Involved With Their Kids, Study Finds

Maternal Blood Test Might Spot Birth Defects More Safely

Money Woes May Drive Some Seniors to Smoke, Drink More

More Evidence That HPV Vaccine Shields Against Cervical Cancer

New Research Questions Wisdom of Cutting Down on Salt

New Treatment May Boost Survival in Advanced Lung Cancer Cases

Study Spots Early Signs of Math Disabilities in Kids

Study Supports Shorter Wait Time for Alcoholics Seeking Liver Transplant

Use Vanity to Reduce Young People's Sun Exposure: Task Force

Advances in Breast Cancer Care May Not Be Reaching Older Women

Autistic Children May Have Too Many Brain Cells

Curiosity Makes for Better Students

'Fake Marijuana' May Trigger Heart Trouble in Teens

Health Care Workers Often Trade Hand Hygiene for Gloves

Health Highlights: Nov. 8, 2011

Health Tip: Add Flavoring to Popcorn, Without the Fat

Health Tip: Causes of Failure to Thrive in Babies

Heart Stress Test Likelier When Doctor Owns Equipment: Study

New Bypass Surgery for Stroke Riskier Than Drug Treatment

New Guidelines Issued for Genetic Heart Disease

Public Smoking Bans May Spill Over to Households

Racial Disparities Still Exist for Kidney Recipients, Study Finds

Seniors Choose Medicare Prescription Plans Wisely: Study

Space Travel Might Lead to Eye Trouble: Study

Suicide Checklist Spots People at Highest Risk

Vaccine to Treat Breast, Ovarian Cancers Shows Promise

Erbitux Approval Expanded to Include Head and Neck Cancer

Experts Debate Tylenol's Safety for Asthmatic Kids

Health Highlights: Nov. 7, 2011

Health Tip: Dealing With a Picky Eater

Health Tip: How to Keep Anger in Check

Judge Blocks FDA Plan for Graphic Cigarette Warnings

More Than a Third of Teens Turning to Alcohol, Drugs: Study

New Drug Shows Promise Against Huntington's Disease

People Seem More Likely to Follow Rules They Can't Beat

Runners Can Relax About Holiday Feasting: Study

School Soda Bans Don't Keep Kids From Sugary Drinks

Scientific Brilliance Doesn't Always Peak Young

Specialized Warm-Up May Reduce Girls' Knee Injuries

When Dads Have Depression, Kids May Be at Risk, Too

Where a Child Is Tested May Affect Autism Diagnosis

Air Fresheners, Scented Candles May Spur Allergic Reactions

Alcohol, Asthma and Allergies Don't Mix

Even Homes Without Pets Have Pet Allergens

'Food Challenges' Provide Best Allergy Diagnoses: Study

Home Environment Affects Asthmatic Kids

Knee Arthritis Striking at Younger Ages, But Weight Loss May Help

Studies Suggest Link Between Smog, Joint Disease

Text Message Reminders Prompt Kids to Take Asthma Medicine

Vitamin D, Interferon Alpha Vaccine Show Promise Against Lupus

Buyer, Beware of Over-the-Counter Thyroid Supplements: Study

Change in Hepatitis Screening May Save Lives, Money

Common Breast Cancer Gene Test May Be Flawed, Study Says

Drowsy Driving 'Unacceptable,' But One-Third Do It: Poll

Drugs to Make You Look Beautiful -- But at What Price?

Fast-Food Outlets Nearby Might Not Cause Weight Gain

Health Highlights: Nov. 4, 2011

Health Tip: Help Prevent Breast Cancer

Health Tip: Signs of a Spinal Fracture

Mentoring Works Best When Adults, Kids Share Common Interests

Newer Not Necessarily Better for Football Helmet Design

Online Forums Can Help Women Cope With Pregnancy Loss

Possible Genetic Link to Autism Identified

Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery

Tips to Manage This Weekend's Time Change

Vitamin D Lacking in Many Spine Surgery Patients

Xarelto Approved to Prevent Stroke in People With Abnormal Heartbeat

Artificial Heart Valve Doesn't Require Open-Heart Surgery

Brain Stimulation May Help Kill Cigarette Cravings, Study Finds

College Students Still Vulnerable to Bullying

Earthquakes Put Millions of Lives, Major Cities at Risk

FDA OKs Heart Valve That Does Not Require Open-Heart Surgery

Health Highlights: Nov. 3, 2011

Health Tip: Perform a Breast Self-Exam

Health Tip: Traveling With Prescription Medications

Home-Based Test Can Detect Cervical Cancer Virus: Study

Improved Allergy Shots Might Be on Horizon

Kidney Donation Doesn't Put Older Adults at Risk

More People Landing in the ER After Abusing Muscle Relaxant: Report

More Targeted Treatments Key to Progress in War on Cancer: Report

Rx for Heart Patients: Healthier Living, Medication

Skin Reacts to UV Light Faster Than Thought, Study Finds

Some Smokers More Likely to Quit After Stroke Than Others

Study Finds No Link Between Dyslexia and IQ

Too Many Meds May Be More Problem Than Cure

Too Much Sitting Raises Odds for Cancer: Study

Weighing Weight-Loss Programs

Clearing Out 'Old Cells' Might Make for Healthier Old Age

Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 29

Device Approved to Remedy Abdominal Aneurysms

Health Highlights: Nov. 2, 2011

Health Tip: Sleep Soundly During Pregnancy

Health Tip: What Triggers Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

Hospital Rooms Crawling With Drug-Resistant Germs: Study

It's Possible to Come Down With Two Flu Viruses at Once

MelaFind Device Approved to Detect Melanoma

Modern Technology Reveals Clues From Egyptian Mummy

New Drug Targets Underlying Cause of Cystic Fibrosis

No Such Thing as the 'Freshman 15,' Study Finds

Obese Women Face Higher Complication Risk After Breast Surgery

Older Americans Encouraged to Get Fit

Overweight Teens Don't Seem to Grasp Weight Loss Rules

Radiation Plus Hormone Therapy Extends Life in High-Risk Prostate Cancer

Report: Stop Marketing Sugary Drinks to Kids

Sports Fans Remember Victories Better Than Defeats: Study

Teen Pot Use Unaffected by Medical Marijuana Law: Study

Teen 'Sexting' Common and Linked to Psychological Woes

Using Drug for Prevention Might Help in Hard-to-Treat Hemophilia

As Few As 3 Drinks a Week May Up Breast Cancer Risk

Cancer Risk Doubles After Organ Transplant, Study Finds

Deaths From Abuse of Painkillers Triple in a Decade: CDC

Exercise Might Help Thwart 'Obesity Gene'

'Fecal Transplants' Show Promise for Gastrointestinal Ills

Gluten in Cosmetics Threaten Those With Celiac Disease

Health Highlights: Nov. 1, 2011

Health Tip: Install Car Seats Correctly

Health Tip: When a Cold Won't Go Away

Hepatitis May Lurk at Barbershops, Nail Salons

Little Evidence of Heart Risks From ADHD Meds

Loneliness Linked to Sleepless Nights

'Mini' Stem Cell Transplant May Help Seniors With Blood Cancer

New Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Promising in Early Trial

New Technique to Remove Skull Tumors May Mean Less Scarring

Poor Sleep Might Be Linked to Preterm Labor

Red Wine Antioxidant Could Give Metabolism a Boost

U.S. Preterm Birth Rate Down Slightly

Women No More Likely to Die After Angioplasty

Could Happy Lives Be Longer Lives?

Could Listening to Mozart Help Doctors Spot Colon Polyps?

Dementia May Impede Stroke Recovery

Exparel Approved for Post-Surgery Pain

Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween

Handheld Metal Detectors Don't Seem to Affect Pacemakers: Study

'Hard Hats' Still Have High Rates of Injury, Illness: Report

Health Highlights: Oct. 31, 2011

Health Tip: Get Into the Habit of Exercising

Health Tip: Ice a Sprained Ankle

Life in U.S. Not Always a Plus for Immigrants' Health

Many Parents Skipping Kids' Shots, Putting Other Kids at Risk

Not All Women at Higher Risk in Families Carrying Breast Cancer Gene

Obama Acts to Ease U.S. Drug Shortages

Past Trauma May Contribute to Bowel Disorder

Report Slams Makers of Sugary Drinks for Targeting Kids

Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes

Stomach Bug Easily Passed Among Pro Sports Teams: Report

Teens With a Deployed Parent May Be More Prone to Violence

Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study

Glaucoma Experts Eye Benefits of Exercise

Prevention Is Key for Fall Asthma Flare-Ups in Kids

Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween

Practice Doesn't Always Make Perfect, Study Suggests

Black Kidney Donors More Likely to Be Related to Recipients

Experts Design 'Toolkit' to Help Spot Teens With Mental Health Issues

For Older Men, Lowered Testosterone May Mean Muscle Loss

Halloween Doesn't Have to be Scary for Your Diet

Headaches Take Soldiers Away From War

Health Highlights: Oct. 28, 2011

Health Tip: Child Bites Can Lead to Infection

Health Tip: Recognizing Symptoms of Hyperglycemia

High-Tech Suit Lets You Know What It's Like to Be Old

Preschool Peers May Boost Language Skills in Kids

Scientists Identify Gene Linked to Cold Sores

Some People With Alzheimer's Take Conflicting Drugs

Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes

Stress Linked to Higher Mortality Risk Among Men

Thyroid Surgery Linked to Improved Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Will Eating Sweets Make You Sweeter?

Children With Head Injuries Can Face Lifetime of Problems

Daily Aspirin May Help Prevent Colon Cancer for Those at High Risk

Health Highlights: Oct. 27, 2011

Health Tip: Coping With Nasal Problems During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Look for Suspicious Changes in the Breasts

Job Market Tough for Young Adults With Autism

Many Young Adults Unaware They're Developing Heart Disease

Medicare Part B Premium Increase Lower Than Expected

More Evidence Shows Newer Forms of 'Pill' Raise Clot Risk, FDA Says

Nipple-Sparing Mastectomies May Be Right for Some

Ovarian Tumors May Develop Years After Fertility Therapy

Poorer Countries Have Higher Rates of Stroke, Study Finds

Python Findings Shed Light on Human Heart Health

Slower Walking Speed Linked to Surgical Risk in Elderly

Speech Therapy Key to Stroke Rehab, But Many Miss Out

Too Much Drinking May Raise Lung Cancer Risk: Study

U.S. Health Officials Urge Lifestyle Changes to Cut Stroke Risk

Bond With Teacher Can Help Curb Aggression in Kids

Easing Back Pain Through Yoga, Stretching

Experimental Psoriasis Drug Bests Older Treatment

For Those With Mystery Illnesses, a 'Clinic of Last Resort'

Ghost Writing Persists in Major Medical Journals

Health Highlights: Oct. 26, 2011

Health Tip: Gaining Weight During Pregnancy

HPV Vaccine Might Help Prevent Anal Cancers: Study

'Hunger Hormones' May Drive Post-Dieting Weight Gain

Larger Food Portions May Be Seen as Status Symbols

Links to Mental Illness Seen in Fetal Brains: Study

National Drug Take-Back Day Scheduled for Saturday

Newer 'Pill' May Raise Blood Clot Risk

Tapping to Music May Help You 'Hear' It

X-Ray Screening Doesn't Prevent Lung Cancer Deaths: Study

Aging Brain's Decline May Hinge on a Gene

CT Scans May Pick Up COPD Early in Smokers

Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 28

Drinking More Fluids Could Lower Men's Bladder Cancer Risk

Drug-Resistant Infections in Hospitals May Be Less Deadly Than Thought

Flu Vaccine Isn't Foolproof

Genes Could Highlight Plavix Users at Clot Risk After Stent

Health Highlights: Oct. 25, 2011

Health Tip: Alcohol Can Interact With Medications

Health Tip: Clean Dentures Well

HIV Medication Patch Shows Promise in Early Trial

Obesity May Hinder Flu Shot's Effectiveness

Parental Training May Benefit ADHD Kids Under 6: Report

Pot Can Mimic Brain Changes Seen in Schizophrenia

Sleepy Teens More Prone to Weight Gain: Study

Some Asthma Drugs Raise Risk of Complications, Especially in Kids: Study

Viagra May Help Children With Rare Blood Pressure Disorder

BPA Exposure in Womb Linked to Behavioral Woes in Girls

Breast Reconstruction Boosts Women's Emotional Well-Being: Study

Could Airway Abnormality Point to Autism?

Could HPV Raise Women's Risk for Heart Disease?

Daily Coffee May Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk

Do You Really Read Nutrition Labels?

Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise for Lung Cancer: Study

First Versions of Generic Zyprexa Approved

Health Highlights: Oct. 24, 2011

Health Tip: Children and Bedwetting

Health Tip: Creating a Smoke-Free Home

Illegal Silicone Buttock Injections Can Be Deadly: Experts

Insomnia Might Boost Heart Attack Risk

More Evidence Links Tanning Beds to Higher Skin Cancer Risk

Onfi Approved to Treat Severe Seizures

Outdoor Time May Reduce Nearsightedness in Children

Soft Drinks Linked to Violent Tendencies in Teens: Study

Study Casts Doubt on Hot Dogs' Link to Colon Cancer

Taking Blood Pressure Meds at Bedtime May Be Better

Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study

Can NSAIDs Cut Colorectal Cancer Deaths in Older Women?

Weight Gain Might Raise Endometrial Cancer Risk

Healthy Halloween Advice for Children With Diabetes

Nutrition, Hydration Tips Can Give Marathon Runners a Leg Up

Blocked Tear Ducts Linked to 'Lazy Eye' in Kids

Breast Cancer Risk May Rise With High Hormone Levels

Femara May Beat Tamoxifen at Preventing Breast Cancer's Return

Health Highlights: Oct. 21, 2011

Health Tip: Kids Should Eat Healthy, Too

Health Tip: Take Care to Prevent Stress Fractures

Hockey Fistfights Rarely Cause Injuries, Study Claims

Inflamed Adenoids in Kids May Not Be Caused by Stomach Bacteria

More Than 1 in 4 U.S. Kids Witness Violence Between Parents: Study

New Animal Study Might Explain Jet Lag Differences

Older Drivers More Cautious Than Younger Ones After Surgery

Race Tied to Risk for Arthritis in Large Joints

Research Suggests Penis Might Produce Testosterone

Some Kids Respond Better to ADHD Drug Than Others

To the Brain, Seeing a Caress Is as Good as Getting One

Warning Signs for Health Problems Seen in Young Adults Born Prematurely

Afraid to Do the Math?

Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study

Cell Phones Don't Raise Brain Cancer Risk, Study Says

Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns

Food Nutrition Labels Must Be Made Simpler, Experts Say

Foreclosure Crisis Threatening Americans' Health: Study

Health Highlights: Oct. 20, 2011

Health Tip: Health Tip: Managing Pain After Surgery

Health Tip: Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy

Hospital Programs to Reduce Antibiotic Resistance Working: Studies

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Blood Clots

Music Aimed at Teens Often Promotes Drinking: Study

Rise in Vulvar Precancers Leads to New Guidelines

Robins Are 'Super-Spreaders' of West Nile Virus, Expert Says

Suicide Rates Vary by Region: CDC

Teen Drivers Prone to 'G-Force' Errors, Researchers Say

U.S. Diet Still Has Too Much Salt, CDC Warns

Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study

Antidepressant Use Skyrocketed in Past 20 Years: CDC

Breast Radiation After Lumpectomy Saves Lives: Study

Care for Mentally Ill Vets at VA Centers May Differ Across U.S.

FDA: Dirty Conditions Likely to Blame for Listeria Outbreak at Cantaloupe Farm

Gene Mapping Reveals Clues to Bedbugs' Pesticide Resistance

Health Care-Related Infections Declined in 2010: CDC

Health Highlights: Oct. 19, 2011

Health Tip: Feeling the Effects of Air Pollution

Health Tip: Why Am I on Bed Rest?

Hypertension, Not Blood Pressure Drugs, Linked to Birth Defects

Long-Term Unemployment Can Tax Mental Health

Neighborhood Can Affect Obesity, Diabetes Risk

New Guidelines Issued for Common Tremor Disorder

Obese, Asthmatic Kids Need Special Care Under Anesthesia

Pediatrics Group Expands Age Range for ADHD

Sperm Moves Best for Moderate Exercisers: Study

Start HIV Drug Treatment Early in Patients With TB: Studies

Steroids Given to Preemies May Harm Brain Growth: Study

Teens' IQ May Fluctuate Over Time: Study

U.S. Man Diagnosed With HIV Develops Leprosy

Breast-Feeding, Vaccinations Lower SIDS Risk, Experts Say

Factors Identified That May Raise Risk of Early Menopause

Fewer Patients Hospitalized for Heart Failure, U.S. Study Finds

Health Highlights: Oct. 18, 2011

Health Tip: Why Cough?

Health Tip: Prenatal Care Is Important

Hormonal Treatment of Hot Flashes Still OK for Some: Experts

Katrina's Aftermath: Failed Pregnancies for IVF Moms Nationwide

Link Explored Between Colon Cancer, Bacterium

More Facebook Friends, More Gray Matter in Brain?

Parents, Doctors Often Differ on Chemo for Incurable Kids

Promising Malaria Vaccine May Save Children's Lives

Report Tracks Patient Outcomes at 5,000 U.S. Hospitals

'Screen-Free' Play Best for Toddlers' Brains

Smoking's Effect on Lungs Similar to Cystic Fibrosis: Study

Study Links New Dialysis Technology to Rise in Bleeding Risk

Weight Loss Surgery Can Help Whole Families: Study

Blood Type May Affect Survival After Heart Bypass

Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. Billions, CDC Reports

Gun Injuries to U.S. Kids Likely Underestimated: Study

Health Highlights: Oct. 17, 2011

Health Tip: Don't Drive When Drowsy

Health Tip: Make Calorie-Sparing Substitutions

Healthier Diet, Stronger Sperm?

It's Easy to Mistake Medicine for Candy

Less Frequent Mammograms May Lower False-Positive Results

Low-Birthweight Babies at Much Higher Autism Risk

Profanity on TV Linked to Foul-Mouthed Kids

Shift Work May Put Teens at Risk for Multiple Sclerosis

Skin Cancer Check May Come With New Hairdo

Social Phobia in Teens Goes Beyond Shyness

Too Many Kids Injured in ATV Crashes, Study Finds

U.S. Cancer Groups Release Their Own Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines

Kids Can Be Tougher on Obese Peers

New ADHD Guidelines Include Preschoolers, Older Teens

‘Million Hearts’ Program Launched

Earlier Breast Cancer Diagnosis for Some Women

Electronic Medical Records Boost Diabetes Care

Fewer Than Half of Kids Hurt in Car Crashes Wearing Seat Belts

Good Hygiene, Bad Results?

Kids' Sledding Mishaps Can Cause Serious Head Trauma

Many Don't Believe Their Obesity is Unhealthy: Study

Moderate Drinking May Offer Benefits to Women

Pertussis Vaccine’s Effectiveness May Be Short Lived

When Real Men Become Fathers

Ferriprox Approved to Treat 'Iron Overload'

Foundation Aims to Raise Awareness of Brain Diseases

Genetic Profiling Adds New Dimension to Breast Cancer Treatment

Get Your Flu Shot Now, CDC Urges

Health Highlights: Oct. 14, 2011

Health Tip: Does My Pain Mean Endometriosis?

Health Tip: Parenting a Child With ADHD

Helping Teens Fend Off Attacks by Cyberbullies

Hormonal Disorder Linked to Pregnancy Complications: Study

More Children Visiting ERs for Psychiatric Care

Protein May Help Spot Newborns With Brain Damage

TB Outbreaks in Texas Schools Show Disease Still a Threat

Teen Crash Risk High in First Month of Driving, Study Finds

Undergrads' Drinking Patterns May Predict Future Abuse

White Kids More Likely to Get CT Scans After Head Trauma

Woman Describes How Breast Cancer Changed Her Life

Could Discrimination Help Trigger Illness in Blacks?

Couples Can Pay a Price for Materialism

For Many, Epilepsy Surgery Effective Long-Term

Globally, 2 Million Deaths a Year Linked to Smoky Stoves

Health Highlights: Oct. 13, 2011

Health Tip: Suggestions to Help Manage Angina

Health Tip: When Symptoms Indicate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Neighborhoods With Busy Intersections Discourage Children's Play

Overzealous Parents, Coaches Take the Fun From Kids' Sports

People With Mental Health Issues More Likely to Be Uninsured

Smoking Pot Might Up Depression Risk in Vulnerable Teens

U.S. Heart Disease Rates Keep Falling: CDC

Use of Asthma Controller Meds on the Rise Among U.S. Kids

Wanted: Spouse With Car, Stocks, Bonds

Why Johnny Won't Go to School

Young Children Collaborate Better Than Chimps

Blacks Fare Worse Than Whites After Colon Cancer Surgery

Certain After-Stroke Treatments May Boost Outcome

Death Toll From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak Now Stands at 23

Esophageal Cancer Risk Less Dire for Certain Patients: Study

Genome of 'Black Death' Bacterium Sequenced

Genome of Cancer-Free Rodent May Give Clues to Human Aging, Disease

Health Highlights: Oct. 12, 2011

Health Tip: Metabolic Syndrome Raises Chance of Cardiovascular Disease

Health Tip: Protect Against Infection During Cancer Treatment

More Teen Males Using Condoms When They First Have Sex: Survey

Oral Bacteria Might Signal Early Pancreatic Cancer

Pot Smoking May More Than Double Crash Risk

Preemies With Faster Brain Growth May End Up Smarter

Regular Exercise Seems to Guard Against Migraine

Research Sheds Light on Vitamin D's Role in Immunity

Rising Global Smoking Rates Could Add Millions of TB Deaths

Survival Less Likely for Black Victims of Assault, Study Finds

Task Force Advises Against PSA Test

Children of Older Dads Fare as Well in School as Other Kids

Direct-to-Consumer Gene Tests Cause Little Anxiety: Study

Environmental Toxins Linked to Hardening of Arteries

Evidence Lacking That Cognitive Rehab Therapy Helps Brain-Injured Vets

Extra Vitamin E May Be Associated With Prostate Cancer

Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Prevent Kids' Language Delays

Ginger Supplements Might Ease Inflammation Linked to Colon Cancer

Health Highlights: Oct. 11, 2011

Health Tip: Understanding Breast Cancer in Men

Health Tip: When Exercise Causes Hives

Healthy Diet May Counteract Heart Disease Gene

Lasers Safe for Removal of Pacemaker Wires in Elderly: Study

Many on Medical Guideline Panels Have Conflicts of Interest: Study

Men With Disabilities More Vulnerable to Sexual Assault

Mutant Gene That Ups Risk for Ovarian Cancer May Aid Survival

Study Suggests Origins of Pregnancy-Linked High Blood Pressure

Where Folks Live Plays Role in Health Disparities: Study

Women Say Mammograms Give Them Sense of Control: Survey

After Stroke, Crossed Legs a Welcome Sign

Children's Chest Pain Rarely Cause for Alarm: Study

Chocolate Could Be Sweet Defense Against Stroke

Diabetes Education Seems to Help Improve Blood Sugar Control

Dietary Supplements May Harm Older Women: Study

Dull Tasks Tougher on the Entitled

Everyday Stigma May Take Toll on Lesbians, Gays

Exercise Linked to Reduced Worker Productivity

Health Highlights: Oct. 10, 2011

Health Tip: Choose a Day-care Provider Carefully

Health Tip: Help Yourself to Remember

Homosexuality Gaining Wider Acceptance in the U.S.

New Alzheimer's Drug Shows Early Promise

Restless Legs Syndrome May Boost Blood Pressure

Shift Workers Show Rise in Stress Hormone

Washing the Body 'Cleanses' the Mind

When Others Dislike You, Your Pain Doesn't Matter

Kids May Develop a Sense of Fairness Earlier Than Thought

Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary

Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma

Even Football Players Say It's OK to Cry, Sometimes

21 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC

As One Life Starts, Another May Be Saved

Bicycle May Speed Up Parkinson's Diagnosis

Blood Infection Costliest U.S. Hospital Condition: Report

Boys With Autism May Grow Faster as Babies

Cialis Approved to Treat Enlarged Prostate

Community-Wide Effort May Help Tame Troubled Teens

ER Crowding May Encourage Poor Hand Hygiene

FDA Approves First Combo Drug for Diabetes, Cholesterol

Health Highlights: Oct. 7, 2011

Health Tip: Managing an Anxiety Disorder

Health Tip: Store Medications Safely

Is Female Hormone Disorder Tied to Familial Heart Risk?

Juvisync Approved for Type 2 Diabetics With High Cholesterol

Leukemia Survivor Credits Her Life to Tiny Blood Donors

Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids

Men Develop Diabetes With Less Body Fat Than Women: Study

Panel's Rejection of PSA Test Spurs Mixed Reaction From Experts

Simple MRIs Safe for Children, Study Says

Traffic-Related Pollution Tied to Raised Risk of Preemie Birth

Winning May Take All Your Brain Power

Anemia Could Add to Surgical Risks

Children of Alcoholics Drink More When Stressed

FDA OKs Impotence Drug Cialis to Treat Enlarged Prostate

Health Highlights: Oct. 6, 2011

Health Tip: Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel

Health Tip: Taking Exercise to the Extreme

Many Medicare Patients Get Surgeries in Last Year of Life: Study

Many Years Pass Before Folks Get Help for Drugs, Alcohol

More Evidence Minorities in U.S. Get Poorer Hospital Care

More Kids Treated for Concussions in ERs: CDC

National Study Will Track Tobacco Use in U.S.

Oxygenating Blood of Hospitalized H1N1 Flu Patients Saved Lives: Study

Pancreatic Cancer: A Stubborn Foe

Report: Task Force to Recommend Against PSA Test

Researchers Assess What Works Best to Prevent PTSD

Scientists Spot New Clues to HIV-Linked Dementia

Swimming Pool Chemicals Cause Thousands of Injuries: CDC

Tanning Beds May Be Even Riskier Than Thought

TV Ads Whet Kids' Appetite for Junk Food

3 Hours of Exercise Weekly Can Cut Men's Heart Risks

Drug Combo Might Fight Aggressive Breast Cancer More Safely

Experimental MS Drug Shows Promise

Finding the Right Combo for Losing Weight

Gauging General Health as 'Poor' May Point to Dementia Risk

Health Highlights: Oct. 5, 2011

Health Tip: Getting the Shingles Vaccine

Health Tip: If You Have Severe Morning Sickness

Health Woes Still Strike Women Exposed to Banned Pregnancy Drug

Monkeys Use Brain Power, Not Hands, to 'Move' Virtual Objects

More Americans Face Longer Trips to ER

MRI Safe With More Recent Defibrillators, Pacemakers: Study

Nursing Homes Not Meeting Flu-Shot Goals, Study Says

Omega-3 Supplements Don't Help, May Hurt ICU Patients

Raw Sewage a New Frontier for Scientists

Scientists Engineer Mice That Have Autism

Smokers Have Heart Attacks Earlier Than Nonsmokers

Stem Cell Therapy Might Help Kidney Transplant Patients

Steve Jobs, Visionary Leader of Apple Inc., Dies at 56

Advance Directives Might Curb Cost of End-of-Life Care

Alcohol, Obesity Major Causes of Sudden Heart Death

Breast Cancer Appears Less Deadly for Men Than Women

Drunk Driving Declines in U.S.

Exercise Tips for Breast Cancer Survivors

Happy Kids a Product of Genes, Parenting, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Oct. 4, 2011

Health Tip: Get Relief From Bunion Pain

Health Tip: Getting a Sports Physical

Hospital Readmission Rates on the Rise in Older Adults: Study

Learn While You Sleep: New Way to Multitask?

'LeGoo' Vessel Plug Approved for Vascular Surgery

MRI Study Unfolds Clues to Memory

Overnight Stay May Not Be Necessary for Stenting: Study

Overweight Kids at Greater Risk for High Blood Pressure

Poorer Women More Likely to Die From Breast Cancer

Stress May Affect Preemies' Brains, Study Shows

Conviction Rates Similar for Suspects of Child, Adult Murder in Utah

Could Surgery, Anesthesia While Very Young Hamper Kids' Development?

Early, Intensive Therapy Better for Kids With Autism, Study Finds

Experts Assess What Works for Weight Loss

Facebook Pages May Offer Clues to Underage Drinking

General Anesthesia Does Not Boost Cancer Risk, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Oct. 3, 2011

Health Tip: Practice Food Safety at Parties

Health Tip: Undergoing Cardiac Rehab

HPV-Linked Oral Cancers on the Rise, Study Finds

Mild Strokes May Have Hidden Effects

Mom's Healthy Diet Might Cut Birth Defect Risk

Older Dads Can Pass on Gene Mutations That Lower Intellect

Preemies May Be at Higher Risk of Epilepsy Later in Life

Rest Assured, Parents, Teens Really Do Get Smarter With Time

Smoking May Double Risk for Stroke

Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines

Kids Can Enjoy Halloween Candy, Still Protect Teeth

Why It's Good If You're Easily Embarrassed

Halloween Trappings Can Trigger Asthma, Allergies

Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until Age 2

18 Deaths From Cantaloupe-Linked Listeria Outbreak: CDC

Anthrax Attack Plans Need to Be Handled Locally, Report Says

Black Women Tend to Suffer Disabilities Earlier, Study Finds

Cancer Patients at Risk for Serious Blood Clots: Study

Cocaine Increases Risk for Glaucoma: Study

Doctors Consider Nonverbal Cues in Medical Decisions

Down Syndrome Brings Joy, Not Regrets, for Many Families

Drug Shortages Even Worse This Year: FDA

Health Highlights: Sept. 30, 2011

Health Tip: Focus on Emotional Health

Health Tip: When Your Child Has a Headache

Laughter Might Be Good Medicine for Alzheimer's Patients

Obesity More Likely in 'Night-Owl' Kids

Oral Steroids Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency

Small Study Links Surgery and Anesthesia With Alzheimer's

Study Says Big Tobacco Covered Up Info on Cancer Risk

Yawning May Help the Brain Chill Out

1 in 4 U.S. Adults Treated for High Blood Pressure: Report

1 in 5 American Workers Still Smokes: CDC

Abnormal Protein May Explain Loss of Smell With Alzheimer's

Bellowing Koalas Signal Size to Potential Mates

Brain Continues to Develop Beyond Adolescence

Campus Smoking Bans May Help College Students Quit

Does Your Picky Eater Have a 'Feeding Disorder'?

FDA Warns LASIK Providers: Stop Making False Claims

Health Highlights: Sept. 29, 2011

Health Tip: Gestational Diabetes May Endanger Mother and Baby

Health Tip: Living With Osteoarthritis

'Magic Mushroom' Compound Triggered Positive Personality Change in Study

Modern Shift Work Patterns May Be Less Harmful to Health

New Genes Revealed for Type 1 Diabetes

No One Treatment for Acid Reflux Clearly Better Than Another: Study

Otherwise Healthy Older Men Undertreated for Prostate Cancer: Study

Singing May Help Some Stroke Victims Regain Speech

Twitter Reflects World's Changing Moods

Cancer Patients Should Ask Doctors to Use Simple Terms

Cheap Drug Helps Smokers Quit, Study Finds

Child Face Mask Approved to Help Prevent Spread of Germs

Coffee Brews Up Lowered Risk for Depression

End-of-Life Directives Do Not Hasten Death, Study Finds

End-Stage Alzheimer's Patients Often Hospitalized Unnecessarily

Even Slightly Higher Blood Pressure May Boost Stroke Risk

Experts Point Out Signs of Dangerous Heart Rhythm

Gene Variant Linked to Failure of Asthma Drug

Health Highlights: Sept. 28, 2011

Health Tip: Menstruation Often Affects Mood

Health Tip: Who Needs a Whooping Cough Vaccine?

Listeria Outbreak Is Deadliest in More Than a Decade

Lung Function of Late Preemies May Improve With Age

Number of U.S. Kids on ADHD Meds Keeps Rising

Pandemic Flu of 1918 Circulated Months Before Deaths Peaked

Study Suggests Link Between Sleep Deprivation, Alzheimer's Risk

Teen Drinking Most Influenced by Friends of Friends: Study

Teens With Lots of Friends More Likely to Start Drinking: Study

Cost of U.S. Workers' Health Premiums Surged in 2011

Do Men Need Colon Cancer Screening Earlier Than Women Do?

Extra Pounds Linked to Weaker Legs in Older Women

Fatalism Keeps Many From Colon Cancer Screening

Fiber Beats Other Remedies for Constipated Kids, Study Says

Health Highlights: Sept. 27, 2011

Health Tip: Inspect Your Child's Playground

Health Tip: Managing With Chronic Pain

Mental Health Disabilities in U.S. on the Rise: Study

Mixed Results Seen With 'Off-Label' Use of Antipsychotics

Saw Palmetto Doesn't Help Enlarged Prostate: Study

Sleepy Teens Prone to Bad Behaviors, Study Finds

Spinal Surgery Riskier for Certain Patients, Study Finds

Super-Tight Blood Sugar Control May Not Ease Mental Decline in Diabetics

Surgeon Experience Matters in Neck Artery Procedure: Study

U.S. Scientists Map Genome of Advanced Prostate Cancer

With Rude Workers, Customers Walk but Don't Talk

Asthma Can Complicate Diabetes Care in Kids

Breast-Feeding Boost: Fewer Hospitals Handing Out Free Formula

Broccoli, Cabbage, Other Veggies May Protect Against Colon Cancer

Cardiac Rehab May Help Heart Patients Live Longer

Certain Antidepressants With Blood Thinners May Pose Risk for Heart Patients

Check Plastic Surgeon's Credentials or Risk Tragic Results, Experts Warn

Childless Men May Face Higher Heart Disease Risk

Could Too Little Vitamin B-12 Shrink the Aging Brain?

Couples Counseling Boosts Sex Lives After Prostate Cancer

Experts Revise Guidelines for Whooping Cough Vaccination

Health Highlights: Sept. 26, 2011

Health Tip: Binge Drinking's Risks

Hip Fracture May Raise a Woman's Risk of Earlier Death

Lots of Coffee Might Lower Depression Risk: Study

Many Doctors Think Patients Get Over-Treated, Study Says

More Frequent Doctor Visits May Benefit Diabetes Patients

Newer Contraceptive Pills Could Raise Clot Risk, FDA Warns

Remicade Approved for Ulcerative Colitis in Children

Bone Drug Fails to Prevent Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study

'Self-Compassion' Can Help Divorced People Heal

Good Moms Seem to Help Poor Kids Become Healthy Adults

A Woman's Voice Doesn't Give Away Ovulation Status

ADHD Symptoms May Add to Burden of Autism

Americans Spending More of Their Lives Struggling With Diabetes

Antioxidants Not Behind Red Wine's Healthy Effect on Heart: Study

CDC Considers Vaccinating Boys, Not Just Girls, for HPV

Depression After Cancer Keeps Some From Follow-Up Care

Ever Wonder How Doctors Make Referrals?

Foreign-Born U.S. Women Getting Mammograms

Health Highlights: Sept. 23, 2011

Health Tip: Help Swelling Subside During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Keep a Diabetes Notebook

Magnetic Field May Cause MRI-Induced Vertigo

Many Black Men in Cold Climates Lack Vitamin D

Many With Irregular Heartbeat Unaware of Raised Stroke Risk

Most Patients Want Experienced Surgeons, Not Trainees

People Tend to Choose Friends Just Like Themselves

Scientists ID More Genes Linked to Heart Disease

Soliris Approval Expanded to Include Rare Blood Disorder

Stress the 'Human' in HPV, One Man Suggests

Asthma Inhaler Primatene Mist Going Off the Market

Bed Bug Insecticides Causing Sickness, Officials Warn

Cardiac Rehab May Cut Risk Factors After Mini-Stroke

Death Rate Higher in Minorities With Acute Leukemia

Genetic Links Seen Between Bipolar Illness and Schizophrenia

Health Highlights: Sept. 22, 2011

Health Tip: Beware of Added Sugar

Health Tip: Coping With Nasal Congestion

In Older Men, Prostate Biopsies Can Raise Risk of Hospitalization

Infections Linked to Swimming, Drinking Water: CDC

Less Play Time = More Troubled Kids, Experts Say

Liposuction May Lower Certain Blood Fats, Researcher Says

Lung Disease Puts Many Black Patients Back in Hospital: Report

New Report Casts More Doubt on Virus' Link to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Popular Diabetes Drugs May Raise Pancreatic Cancer Risk, Study Suggests

Scientists Reconstruct the 'Movies in Our Minds'

Study Suggests Link Between Stress and Aggressive Breast Cancer

Too Few Uninsured Women Get Info on Breast Reconstruction

Anti-Wrinkle Gel Might Work Like Botox Without Needles

CDC Moves to Make Organ Transplantation Safer

CDC Urges Americans: Get Your Flu Shot

Could Divorce Trigger Hair Loss in Women?

Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Lung Disease

Health Highlights: Sept. 21, 2011

Health Tip: Ease In-Flight Ear Pain

Health Tip: Keeping a Food Diary

Japan Reactor Fallout Reached San Francisco Bay Area: Study

Kids With Psoriasis Get Inconsistent Care

Many Unaware of Plastic Surgery Options After Weight Loss Procedures

Mother-Child Death Rates Down But Still Short of 2015 Goal

Movement Disorders on YouTube Not What They Seem, Experts Warn

Previous Infant Death Linked to Raised Risk of Stillbirth

Quitting Smoking Could Give Memory a Boost

Scientists Discover Key Gene Mutation Behind Lou Gehrig's Disease

The Link Between Diabetes and Dementia

Traffic Pollution May Raise Short-Term Heart Attack Risk

Two-Day Dialysis Interval Could Pose Danger: Study

Vaccine for Childhood Diarrhea Helps Kids, Saves Dollars

Adding Psychotherapy to Meds Helps Kids With OCD

Can Fatty Acids in Breast Milk or Formula Make Kids Smarter?

Cash, Luxury Goods Really Do Get People Salivating: Study

Depression Tied to Higher Risk for Stroke

Genes May Explain Blacks' Bleaker Prostate Cancer Stats

Health Highlights: Sept. 20, 2011

Health Tip: At Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Health Tip: Got a Pain in the Neck?

Higher Risk of Second Breast Cancer Seen in Black Women

MRI Can Spot Breast Cancer in High-Risk Women: Study

New Test Predicts Risk for Impotence After Prostate Cancer Therapy

Problems From Preterm Birth May Return in Adulthood

Researchers Find Link Between Epilepsy, Schizophrenia Risk

The War on Cancer Continues

Why Many With Breast Implants Fail at Breast-Feeding

ADHD Drug Delays Puberty in Male Monkeys, Study Finds

Brains of Obese May Crave High-Calorie Foods More: Study

Diverticulitis Surgery More Dangerous for Older Black Patients: Study

Exercise Ups Kids' Quit-Smoking Success Rate

FDA OKs Bone Drug to Prevent Fracture in Certain Cancer Patients

Global Toll of 'Non-Communicable Diseases' -- $47 Trillion by 2030

Health Highlights: Sept. 19, 2011

Health Tip: How to Spot Underage Drinking

Health Tip: Protect Kids and Pets From Rabies

Heart Failure Care Influenced by Insurance Coverage

Hospitals Serving More Minorities Have Higher Trauma Death Rate

'Journaling' Might Ease Depression in Testicular Cancer Patients

Lack of Sleep Hurts Kids' Academic Performance: Study

More Evidence Links Diabetes, Dementia

Obese Kids May Face Social, Emotional Woes

One-Third of Severe Heart Attack Patients Have Treatment Delays

Recession Tied to Rise in Child Abuse Injuries

Two Varicose Veins Treatments Equally Effective

U.S. Flu Shot Policy Shields More Kids Than Canada's Program, Study Finds

Are Sports Obsessions Damaging Your Relationships?

Scuba Diving May Help Paralyzed Vets

Accidental Medication Poisonings in Kids on the Rise

Dementia Patients Seem to Benefit From Small Group Homes

Fall-Prone Seniors May Have Trouble Adjusting to Poorer Vision

Family of Four Has Its Genome Sequenced

Fear Proves Prime Motivator for Vaccinations

Few Suicidal Teens Get the Help They Need

Gene Variant May Raise Death Risk After Heart Bypass

Health Highlights: Sept. 16, 2011

Health Tip: Help Ease Morning Sickness

Health Tip: Is It Arthritis That's Irritating Your Knee?

Hysterectomies Not Well Understood by U.S. Women

Research Reveals Why Hungry People Get Cranky

U.N. Summit Seeks to Tame 'Non-Communicable Diseases'

Vaccinations Aren't Just for Kids

A Deadly Code of ‘Honor’

ADHD Doubles a Child's Risk of Injury: Study

An Apple a Day Really May Keep the Doctor Away

Certain 'Senior Moments' May Signal Mental Decline

Cholesterol Deposits Around Eyes Linked to Heart Risk

Doctors Urged to Lead Battle Against Alcohol Abuse

Drop in HRT Use Tied to Fewer Mammograms

Enrollment Period for Medicare Starts Early This Year

Flu Killed 115 Children Last Season: CDC

Health Highlights: Sept. 15, 2011

Health Tip: Coping With a Pet Allergy

Health Tip: Is Your Child Ready for a Tricycle?

Heavy Drinking Ups Odds of Death in House Fire

Is Marriage Good Medicine for Bypass Patients?

Lung Cancer Rates Begin to Decline for U.S. Women

Many Doctors Still Urging Yearly Pap Tests

Not Enough Kids Drink Low-Fat Milk, U.S. Study Finds

Officials Tackle Multidrug-Resistant TB in Europe

Open Windows Fatal to Many Kids

Problem Drinking Linked to Brain Damage

Processed, Red Meat Tied to Diabetes Risk

Roll Up Your Sleeve: It’s Flu Shot Time

Wikipedia Accurate on Cancer Facts, But Hard to Read: Study

Breast Cancer Rates Jump Worldwide, Study Finds

Certain Risk Factors Could Spur Heart Failure in Normal-Weight People

Drinking Patterns Affect Heart Health, Mouse Study Finds

Erectile Dysfunction May Be Linked With Cardiovascular Trouble

Health Experts Say HPV Vaccine Is Safe

Health Highlights: Sept. 14, 2011

Health Tip: Look for Signs of Elder Abuse

Health Tip: Mouthguards Protect Your Smile

Older Women Can Benefit From Sex Ed Campaigns

Pregnant Women Reminded to Get Flu Vaccine

Quitting Smoking May Improve Personality, Study Suggests

Rural Stroke Victims May Benefit From 'Virtual' Care

Sudden Cardiac Arrest More Common in Poorer Neighborhoods

Tailored Hepatitis C Therapy May Cut Treatment Time in Half

Trouble With Math? Blame Your Lack of 'Numbers Sense'

Verdict Still Out on Virtual Colonoscopy

366 Million People Now Have Diabetes: Report

Blacks Develop High Blood Pressure a Year Ahead of Whites

Brain Blood Flow Abnormalities Persist in Gulf War Vets

Driving Restrictions Help Prevent Deadly Crashes Among 16-Year-Olds

Fear of Antidepressants Keep Many From Disclosing Depression

Health Highlights: Sept. 13, 2011

Health Tip: When You're Under Stress...

Health Tip: Why Am I Losing My Hair?

Heart Defect Seems to Pose Low Risk of Aorta Tear

Lifestyle Changes May Prevent Heart Failure

Many Alzheimer's Cases Go Unrecognized: Report

More Mammograms Equal More Mastectomies: Study

Muscle Training May Benefit Chronic Heart Failure Patients

New Drug Boosts 'Good' Cholesterol in Study Patients

Newly Found Gene Mutations May Aid Heart Treatments

Protecting Heart May Improve Erectile Dysfunction

Screening Lots of Lymph Nodes Little Help for Colon Cancer Patients

Statins Don't Raise Risk of Brain Bleeds After Stroke: Study

U.S. Seeks to Prevent 1 Million Heart Attacks, Strokes

Eye Antibiotics Can Cause Drug-Resistant Bacteria: Study

Health Highlights: Sept. 12, 2011

Health Tip: Protect Against Sports Injuries

Health Tip: Stay Social as You Grow Older

Heart Devices Like Pacemakers Linked to Infections

High Cholesterol Might Be Linked to Alzheimer's Disease

Insulin Spray May Improve Alzheimer's Symptoms

Is 'SpongeBob' Too Much for Young Minds?

IUDs May Lower Women's Risk for Cervical Cancer: Study

Lifetime 'Dose' of Excess Weight Linked to Diabetes Risk

Linking Pharmacies With Doctors' Offices Can Improve Med Adherence: Study

NSAID Painkillers Linked to Risk of Kidney Cancer

Public Often Unaware of a Drug's Safety Record -- Or Lack of One

Testosterone Levels Seem to Fall With Fatherhood

Virtual Colonoscopy Still Has Its Skeptics

When a Parent Dies Suddenly, Child's Grief May Persist

Women With BRCA Mutations Get Cancer Diagnosis Earlier Than Before

9/11 Left Permanent Scars on the American Psyche

College Students Not Getting Enough Z's

Parents' Positive Attitude Can Help Kids Get Homework Done

A Little Dirt May Be a Good Thing

Bad Body Odor May Be Caused by Metabolic Disorder

Children More Likely to Drink & Drive if Parents Drink: Study

College Football Players Get Bigger, Stronger With Age

FDA Advisers Call for Revised Labels for Osteoporosis Drugs

For Many Americans, 9/11 Worries Still Dominate

Health Highlights: Sept. 9, 2011

Health Tip: Dealing With Dizziness During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Managing Diabetic Heart Disease

Narcissists Make Horrible Bosses: Study

New Approach to Treating Asthma in Pregnancy

Over Half of Adverse Drug Reactions in Hospitals Are Preventable: Study

States Get Creative in Raising Money for Breast Cancer Programs

Talking -- or Not Talking -- Can Give Cancer Patients a Sense of Control

9/11 a Life-Defining Day for the Young

Big Health Plans Can Negotiate Lower Hospital Costs: Study

Black Children May Be More Prone to Peanut Allergy, Study Finds

For Women, Moderate Midlife Drinking Linked to Healthier Old Age

Health Highlights: Sept. 8, 2011

Health Tip: Recognizing Asthma in Children

Losing Child in First Year Might Raise Early Death Risk for Parent

More U.S. Adults Using Illegal Drugs: Report

New X-Rays Offer Clues on Evolution of the Human Brain

Rising Health Care Costs Hitting Family Pocketbooks

Risk for COPD Higher Than Thought: Study

Two Doses of HPV Vaccine May Work as Well as Three

When Protecting Baby Becomes an Obsession

Abusers May Play on Victims' Emotions to Get Charges Dropped

Bilingual Homes Help Babies Exercise Their Brain: Study

Don't Mess With a Nursing Mom!

Extra Pounds a Deadly Risk Factor for Black Women: Study

Firearm Suicide Methods Vary by Gender: Study

Harassment of Black Gay and Bisexual Men Tied to Anxiety

Health Highlights: Sept. 7, 2011

Health Tip: Help Prevent Respiratory Infections

Health Tip: Mold May Make You Sick

Meds Better Than Stent for Preventing Second Stroke: Study

Parents Who Smoke at Home May Risk Kids' Academic Success

Psychic Wounds Last for Those Touched by 9/11

Switch to Powder-Free Latex Gloves Cuts Health Workers' Allergy Risk

Teens, College-Age Youth at High Risk of Suicide, Expert Says

TNF Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Skin Cancer Risk

To Fit in Exercise, Make the Time

Toxic After-Effects Still Haunt 9/11 Responders

Weight Watchers Produces Bigger 'Losers' Than Standard Weight-Loss Care

9/11 Tied to Increase in Acid Reflux Disease

Aging, Not Menopause, Raises Women's Heart Risks, Study Finds

Annual Breast Exams, Mammograms Still Key to Detecting Breast Cancer

Burnout, Dissatisfaction Seem Rampant Among Medical Residents

Fewer U.S. Adults Smoking, CDC Says

For Young Breast Cancer Patients, Breast-Conserving Therapy Appears Effective

Going Straight to Chemo May Be Better for Certain Breast Cancers

Health Highlights: Sept. 6, 2011

Health Tip: Some Facts About Angioedema

Health Tip: When a Doctor Should Evaluate Diaper Rash

Hospitalized Kids May Receive Up to 35 Meds a Week

Many Med Schools Score Poorly in Teaching Gay/Lesbian Health

NSAIDs May Raise Miscarriage Risk: Study

Patient Care Not Affected by Med Student Biases: Study

Routine Chores Might Help Keep Dementia at Bay

Rules Help When Talking About Infertility

Seizure Disorder Diagnosed Later in Veterans Than Civilians: Study

Boorish Co-Workers Can Damage Your Home Life

Health Tip: Teach Your Child That Bullying Is Wrong

Health Tip: Use Your Home Gym Safely

Healthy Living Can Cut Chances of Developing Diabetes

More U.S. 'Tweens' Getting Recommended Vaccines

Short-Term Memory Loss May Be Best Predictor of Alzheimer's

Tick-borne Illness May Lurk in Blood Supply

Many Autistic Teens Use School Mental-Health Services

Sexist Men, Women May Be a Good Fit: Study

Making Sure 'Back to School' Doesn't Mean 'Back to Bullying'

Toothless Grins Are Only Cute on Babies

Brain Scans Show Distinct Traits in Kids With Autism: Study

Can't Find Time to Exercise? Schedule It, Experts Say

Climate Change May Trigger More Asthma Emergencies

Close Bond With Mom Helps Keep Teen Boys Safe

Flu Diagnostic Kit Approved

Health Highlights: Sept. 2, 2011

Health Tip: Risk Factors for Ectopic Pregnancy

Health Tip: When Aspirin Therapy May Be Harmful

Healthy Habits Can Fend Off the 'Freshman 15'

Hookah Use Growing Among Young Adults in California

Is Breast Reduction After Weight Loss Surgery Best?

Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Planned

Longer Allergy Season Means More Misery

Memory Development Incomplete Until Adulthood: Study

Some Kids Seem to Cope Better With Bullying

Survivor Builds 'Cancer-Fighting' House

To Get Up and Get Moving, Joining a Gym Might Help

Traffic Safety Should Be Among First Lessons in New School Year

Two U.S. Children Contract New Strain of Swine Flu

9/11 Responders, Workers Still Suffer an Excess of Illnesses

As Venus Williams Bows Out of U.S. Open, Little-Known Disease Takes Center Court

Babies Born With Heart Disease Often Harmed by Gut Bacteria

Circumcision Rate Down Slightly in U.S. Hospitals

FDA: Silicone Breast Implants to Remain on Market

Greater Exercise Intensity May Add Years to Life

Half of Americans Will Suffer From Mental Health Woes, CDC Says

Health Highlights: Sept. 1, 2011

Health Tip: Caring For an Enlarged Prostate

Health Tip: Coping With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Heart Disease May Pose Problems in Orthopedic Surgery Patients

Helpful Gut Microbes May Differ Based on Diet

High Cost of Insomnia May Be Wake-Up Call

Last Year's Flu Shot Won't Protect Kids This Season

Mouse Study Could Give New Clues to Fighting Baldness

Old-Age Tremors May Be Caused by Brain Lesions

Research Reveals Why Blacks More Prone to Kidney Failure

Scientists Use Stem Cells for Blood 'Self-Transfusion'

Smoking Might Raise Sex Hormone Levels After Menopause

Strokes Rising Among Teens, Young Adults: CDC

AAP: No Boxing for Children, Teens

Americans Getting Too Many Calories From Sugary Drinks: CDC

Being Heavier May Mean Fewer Hot Flashes for Women Over 60

Billie Jean King Says Exercise Your Best Shot Against Arthritis

Dangerous Bacteria Hide Out in Nurses', Doctors' Uniforms

Electronic Medical Records Might Boost Diabetes Care

For Many Americans, Caregiving a Long-Distance Burden

Frailty May Threaten Melanoma Survival More Than Age

Health Highlights: Aug. 31, 2011

Health Tip: Plan for Potty Training

Health Tip: Seniors, Prepare for Exercise

Homo Erectus Had an Axe to Grind

Kids Carrying MRSA Germ Prone to Serious Infection: Study

Kids Need Enough Sleep to Succeed at School: Experts

Longer CPR Backfires for Certain Heart Patients: Study

Potatoes May Be Good for the Heart After All, Study Says

Smoking Harder on Women's Arteries Than Men's, Scans Show

Some Older Breast Cancer Patients Can Skip Hormone Therapy: Study

Trial of Cancer-Fighting Virus Shows Promise

Bacterial Strain Behind 'Black Death' Plague Is Likely Extinct: Study

Blood Protein Might Signal Death Risk in Elderly

Effects of Combat Stress May Not Last as Long as Thought

Family Heart Disease Risk Linked to Genes, Not Lifestyle

FDA Focuses on Silicone Breast Implant Safety Studies

Flame Retardants Tied to Lower Birth Weights

For Gamers, Intense Competition May Fuel Aggression

Health Highlights: Aug. 30, 2011

Health Tip: Feel More Rested During Pregnancy

Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Overuse Injury

Heart Attack Damage Not Reduced by Adding Balloon Pump to Angioplasty

More Evidence Links Genes to Parkinson's

Mother's Love Can Help Babies With Difficult Temperaments

Temporary ER Staff Linked to More Medication Errors

U.S. Offers Health-Care Pamphlets in Spanish

What You Eat Affects Viruses Living in the Gut: Study

Women Married Before Age 18 at Higher Risk of Mental Woes: Study

Could Lots of Chocolate Lower Your Heart Risk?

For Kids, Natural Disasters Can Whip Up Worries

For Women, Active Sex Life May Mean Better Aging

'Gimme' Kids Often Grow Into 'Gimme' Adults

Health Highlights: Aug. 29, 2011

Health Tip: Skin Changes With Age

Health Tip: Why Do I Have High Cholesterol?

Is Shape of CEO's Face a Measure of Power?

Many Use ER for Routine Follow-Up Care After Hospital Discharge

Mobile Devices Dangerous for Pedestrians, Too

Pediatric Groups Want to KO Boxing for Kids

Poor Sleep, High Blood Pressure?

Simple Safety Steps Can Make Back to School a Breeze

Some Older Americans Overwhelmed by Medicare Options, Study Says

Toddler's Dust Mite Sensitivity May Predict Later Asthma

Troubled Teens Spotted in Routine School Screenings: Study

Use Caution in Ending Life Support for Brain-Injured, Experts Say

Xalkori Approved for Advanced Lung Cancer

Irene Downgraded to Tropical Storm But Still a Threat

New Blood Thinner May Outperform Warfarin for Irregular Heartbeat

Sweet Sparrow Songs May Actually Be Shouting Matches

Back-to-School Shouldn't Mean a Too-Heavy Backpack

Hurricane Irene Makes Landfall Over North Carolina

C-Sections Linked to Doubled Risk for Blood Clots

Expense May Be Causing Fewer Young Blacks to Smoke

Extended-release Painkiller Approved

Gene Mutations Identified in Uterine Fibroids

Health Highlights: Aug. 26, 2011

Health Tip: At Greater Risk of Flu Complications?

Health Tip: Recovering From Adenoid and Tonsil Removal

Hurricane Irene Starts Assault on East Coast

Jogging Beats Weight Lifting for Losing Belly Fat: Study

Many Health-Care Workers Have Turned to Alternative Medicine

Quitting Even Tougher When Smokers Battle Other Addictions

Service Members Twice as Likely to Have Affairs: Study

Starvation in Youth Linked to Heart Risk in Adulthood

Walk-to-School Programs Put Kids' Fitness First

Calcified Plaque in Arteries May Be Tied to Stroke, Dementia Risk

Coach Summitt's Diagnosis Puts Spotlight on Early-Onset Alzheimer's

Dialysis Patients Unprepared for Disasters, Study Contends

East Coast Urged to Prepare as Hurricane Irene Approaches

Faster Way to Treat Partners of Women With STDs Urged: Experts

Firazyr Approved for Rare Swelling Disease

Health Highlights: Aug. 25, 2011

Health Tip: Children May Have PTSD

Health Tip: Smoking Strains the Heart

HPV Vaccination Rates Low Among Teen Girls, CDC Reports

Obesity Continues to Balloon in U.S. and U.K.: Study

Parents Can Ease Back-to-School Stress

Realistic Activity Goals Seem to Ease Arthritis Pain, Study Finds

Research Shows How Some Folks Resist Getting Sick With the Flu

Scoring System May Tell the Dying How Long They Have to Live

Specialized Stroke Centers Deliver on the Weekends

Steve Jobs Faces Uphill Battle Against Cancer: Experts

Thank Neanderthals for That Healthy Immune System, Scientists Say

U.S.-Mandated Report Finds Vaccines Safe for Kids

2 Salmonella Outbreaks Traced to Baby Chicks, Ducklings

Antidepressant Tied to Dangerous Heart Rhythm: FDA

Botox Approved to Treat Urinary Incontinence

Breast-Feeding Won't Prevent Kids' Eczema, Researchers Say

'Bubble Boy' Kids Living Normally After Gene Therapy: Study

Cancer Drug Shortages Getting Worse, FDA Says

College Students Missing Out on Fruits, Veggies: Survey

Cooling Soldiers With Combat Injuries May Improve Survival

East Coast Urged to Prepare for Hurricane Irene

Health Highlights: Aug.24, 2011

Health Tip: Fleas May Flock to People

Health Tip: Make Kids' Lunch Interesting

Long-Term Antibiotic Use May Lessen COPD Flare-Ups

Obesity Costing States Billion in Yearly Medical Expenses

Only 1 in 7 Ob/Gyns Now Perform Abortions, Survey Finds

Sophisticated Scan May Spot Seeds of Alzheimer's Risk

Specialized Adult Stem Cells Re-Grow Fingertips

Teen Drinking, Smoking Higher Among Facebook Users: Survey

Three-Quarters of U.S. Jobless Can't Afford Health Care: Report

Tight Communities Can Lower Violence Linked to Liquor Stores

Unintended Pregnancies Rising Among Poorer U.S. Women: Study

Women Who Try to 'Do It All' Risk Depression

5.8-Magnitude Quake Unnerves East Coast

Boys Mature Sexually Earlier Than Ever Before: Study

Certain Foods Said to Help Lower Bad Cholesterol

Common Heart Dysfunction Can Help Bring on Heart Failure

Couples Who Don't Fight Much Aren't Likely to Start

Grades May Suffer When Teens Get Bullied

Health Highlights: Aug.23, 2011

Health Tip: Exercise to Help Your Heart and Lungs

Health Tip: Protect Kids With Life Jackets

HPV Test Might Be Better Predictor of Cervical Cancer Than Pap Smear

In Tough Times, Jobless Men Embrace Housework

Injectable Psoriasis Drugs May Not Hike Heart Risks: Study

Mainstay Meds Often Cut Off Accidentally After Hospital Stay

Mental Illness Affects Women, Men Differently, Study Finds

Nurses at Risk for Accidental Exposure to Chemo Drugs: Study

Study Links Writing Difficulties to ADHD

Women Who Drink, Smoke Are Less Likely to Stick With Tamoxifen

Women With Heart Failure Treated as Well as Men: Study

Abuse, Neglect in Childhood Linked to Depression in Adulthood

Decline in Hormone Therapy Linked to Fewer Mammograms

Falls From Windows Claiming Too Many Children's Lives

Happy Teens Usually Crime-Free Teens, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Aug.22, 2011

Health Tip: Caring for Your Mouth After Tooth Extraction

Health Tip: Create a Well-Rounded Exercise Regimen

Infections Among Those With Heart Devices Has Doubled: Study

Marriage May Do a Heart Good for Bypass Surgery

Most Heart Attack Patients Who Need Angioplasty Quickly Get It: Study

Several Types of Drinking Tied to Poor Diet

Steps Outlined to Screen All Newborns for Heart Defects

Study Shows Key Ways Young Adults Can Find, Keep a Job

Team Decisions Better for the Weary

Weight Gain Hits Women After Marriage, Men After Divorce: Study

Kids of Unhealthy, Disadvantaged Moms More Likely to Be Sickly

Many Less-Educated Whites Abandoning Religion

Researchers Say They've Found Common Cause of All Types of ALS

Trial Drug Shows Preliminary Promise Against Ovarian Cancer

Excessive Heat Can Harm Medications, Expert Says

Trying to Be 'Supermom' Can Raise Risk for Depression

Adcetris Approved to Treat Lymphomas

Adult Vaccinations Protect Children: Report

Celiac Disease on the Rise in U.S.

Children With Food Allergies Often Face Skepticism

Gluten-Free Set This Boy Free

Health Highlights: Aug.19, 2011

Health Tip: Are Turned Toes Trouble?

Health Tip: Using an Antiviral for Chickenpox

Kids' Hacking Is Seldom Whooping Cough, Study Finds

Metabolic Syndrome Linked to Kidney Disease

Moms' Depression Affects Kids' Brain Structure, Scans Show

Number of U.S. Kids With Public Health Insurance Rising

Paper Money Worldwide Tainted With BPA: Study

People Appear to Dream While in Minimally Conscious State

Respect for Muslims' Beliefs Would Improve Their Health Care: Study

Annual Pap Tests Often Ordered But Unneeded: Study

Black Scientists Less Likely to Receive NIH Research Grants

Cases of Legionnaire's Disease Tripled in 10 Years

Don't Skip This Year's Flu Shot: CDC

Flu Shot Rates Low for Health Workers, Moms-to-Be: CDC

Gene Variants That Boost Lung Cancer Risk Identified

Graphic Images on Cigarette Packs a Turn-Off for Smokers

Health Highlights: Aug.18, 2011

Health Tip: Using a Nasal Spray for Allergies

Healthy Behaviors Will Help You Live Longer: CDC

Kids Benefit From Flu Vaccine via Shot or Spray, Study Finds

Nearly 1 in 10 U.S. Kids Diagnosed With ADHD

New Drug May Put the Squeeze on Heart Failure

Overweight Women Believe Loved Ones Judge Them More Harshly Than They Do

Sniffer Dogs Spot Early Stage Lung Cancer: Study

Surgeons Need Help Learning How to Deliver Bad News

Test for Calcium Buildup May Spot Heart Attack, Stroke Risk

Thin Children Have More Energy-Burning 'Brown Fat'

Being Overweight May Take Years Off Seniors' Lives

Blood Antibody May Signal Start of Ovarian Cancer

Cartoon Characters Prod Kids to Nag for Unhealthy Foods

Children With Kidney Disease Face Many Health Woes

Cost of Health Coverage in U.S. May Depend on Where You Live

FDA Approves Novel Melanoma Drug

Health Highlights: Aug.17, 2011

Health Tip: Chew Sugarless Gum

Health Tip: Get the Right Fit for Athletic Shoes

Illegal Online Pharmacies Prey on Consumers

Inflammation From Rheumatoid Arthritis Tied to Heart Disease

Lessons From Tainted Peanut Butter Outbreak Apply Today

Method to Detect When Patients Wake During Surgery Fails to Impress

Most Doctors Will Face Malpractice Claims During Their Careers

New Drug Approved for Advanced Skin Cancer

New Uses Found for Old Drugs

Sprained Ankles Straining ER Resources, Study Finds

Study Assesses TV’s Impact on Lifespan

Ultrasound of Neck Arteries May Help Gauge Stroke Risk

Antipsychotics Best for Controlling Mania: Study

Blacks at Higher Risk for Resistant Breast Cancer: Study

Bladder Cancer Risk Even Higher for Smokers Than Thought

Central Catheters May Raise Risk of Blood Clots After Surgery

Does Her Diabetes Differ From His?

Experts Concerned About Rising HIV Rates Among Poor, Minorities

Five Genes May Be Tied to Lethal Prostate Cancer

Health Highlights: Aug.16, 2011

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Vision Loss

Health Tip: What Causes a Canker Sore?

Moderate Drinking May Help Prevent Alzheimer's, Other Dementia

More Kids Hospitalized for Flu, Skin Infections

New Drug May Relieve Severe, Tough-to-Treat Gout

Some Thyroid Cancer Patients May Get Radioactive Iodine Unnecessarily

The Fattier Your Heart, the Greater Your Heart Disease Risk

U.S. Women Using Dangerous Weight-Loss Pill 2 Years After Recall

A Little Exercise Goes a Long Way to Cut Disease, Death Risk

Chinese Herbs Equal to Tamiflu in Reducing H1N1 Fever: Study

C-Section Rate Reaches Record High in U.S.

For Men, 'Culture of Honor' Can Be Deadly

Health Highlights: Aug.15, 2011

Health Tip: Manage Your Stress at Work

Health Tip: Reduce Toddler Serving Sizes

Many More Kids Hospitalized for Mental Illness: Study

Men at Risk for Knee Cartilage Damage

Menthol May Make It Tougher to Stop Smoking

Mobile Devices Can Strain the Eyes

Monitoring Glucose by iPhone?

More Evidence Tanning Beds May Be Addictive

More Evidence That Alcohol Hinders Good Sleep

New Strategy Trains All Soldiers in Trauma Care

Obesity Before Pregnancy May Raise Child's Asthma Risk

Obesity Trend in Teens Now 15 Years Old

Radiation From Japan Reached California Coast in Just Days

Risk of Autism in Siblings Higher Than Thought

Stopping Daily Aspirin Increases Risk for Heart Attack

Story 'Spoilers' May Boost Enjoyment

Study Supports Selective Use of Drug-Coated Stents

Survival After Cardiac Arrest in ICU May Depend on Cause

Too Much TV May Take Years Off Your Life

Unemployment Higher Among Childhood Cancer Survivors in Poor Health

Vitamin D Levels Linked to Certain Skin Cancers, Study Finds

Women in Their 40s Need Annual Mammogram

Kids Urged to Take Steps to Avoid Spreading Illness at School

'Rub and Rinse' Best Way to Clean Soft Contact Lenses

Heat Safety Precautions May Save Student Athletes

Planning Ahead Can Reduce Back-to-School Stress

Cardiologists Often Miss Heart Defects in Young Athletes: Study

Court Rules Against Insurance Mandate in Obama Health Care Law

Disabilities From 9/11 Behind Rising Retirements for NYC Firefighters

Feds Outline Rules for States' Insurance Exchanges

Fido's New Forte: Helping Kids Learn to Read

From the Couch to the Computer: A New Take on Therapy

Get Rid of Standing Water to Protect From Mosquitoes

Health Highlights: Aug.12, 2011

Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Post-Partum Depression?

Health Tip: Avoid Extra Fluids While on Dialysis

Insurance Premiums Vary Widely From State to State

Many Arthritis Patients May Not Be Exercising Enough

Many Men Underestimate Prostate Surgery Side Effects

Music Eases Cancer Patients' Anxiety: Study

Patients Taking Antipsychotics Urged to Get Routine Physicals

Religion Might Boost Happiness in Times of Stress

Sleep Apnea Makes Quick Return When Treatment Stops

Weight-Loss Surgery Gains More Practitioners

Alzheimer's Harder to Detect in the Very Old

Chimp Attack Victim Reveals New Face

Depressed Women Could Face Raised Risk of Stroke

Getting Along With Coworkers May Add Years to Your Life

Health Highlights: Aug.11, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Bleeding While Taking a Blood Thinner

Like Those in Humans, Baby Chimps' Forebrains Immature

Medical Tattoo Tracks Body Functions

New Bacteria Linked to Tattoo Infections

No Proof That Aspirin Aids Conception, Review Shows

Parkinson's Patients May Fare Better in Neurologist's Care

Poor, Urban Heterosexuals at High Risk of HIV: CDC

Poorly Controlled Asthma Can Boost Chances of Pregnancy Complications

Prehistoric Water Reptile's Social Life Similar to Dolphins: Study

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Turkey Sickens More People

'Superdrug' Against Range of Viruses Shows Promise in Animal Trials

Women Born After Great Depression Had More Children, Study Finds

ADHD, Autism May Sometimes Share Gene Mutations

Baby's Fever May Not Signal Teething

Breast Cancer Drug Raises Risk of Heart Problems in Older Women: Study

Daily Hot Dog May Feed Diabetes Risk: Study

Drug Duo Appears to Combat Infections of Lung Linings

Experimental Drug May Help Ease Chronic Constipation

Gene Therapy Fights a Tough-to-Treat Leukemia: Study

Health Highlights: Aug.10, 2011

Health Tip: Considering a Baby Walker?

Health Tip: Senior Drivers, Stay Safe

Honing in on the Genetics of MS

Human Cells Used to Make Replacement Anal Sphincters in Mice

Is It Time to Bag Homemade Lunches?

Organic Poultry Farms Have Lower Levels of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

Personal Feedback May Aid Fitness Progress

Pumping Iron Helps Smokers Quit Without Weight Gain: Study

Study Pits New Blood Thinner Against Warfarin For Irregular Heartbeat

Tracking Lyme Disease in Dogs May Help Protect Humans

Women May Face Greater Heart Risk From Smoking Than Men

An Older Man's Sex Life May Suffer When She's Close to His Friends

Bad Economic News Taking Toll on Americans' Emotions

Costs Soar for Kids With Poorly Controlled Asthma

Factors Before Birth Can Determine Child's Risk of Allergies: Study

Going Full-Tilt Into Turns May Ease Motion Sickness on Trains

Health Highlights: Aug. 9, 2011

Health Tip: Is Your Child Being Cyberbullied?

Health Tip: Risk Factors for Fainting

High-Fiber Diet Might Lower Risk for Colon Polyps

Intelligence Largely Rooted in the Genes

Maternal Blood Test Can Determine Sex of Fetus at 7 Weeks

More American Kids Eating Fast Food

Regular Exercise Helps Keep Leg Arteries Clear

Sleep Apnea Could Up Risk of Dementia In Elderly Women

Survivors of Brain Hemorrhage May Experience PTSD

Younger Blacks Fare Worse on Dialysis, Study Finds

Are Kids Brown-Bagging Bacteria?

As Heart Failure Worsens, Word Recall May Suffer Too

Bullying Takes Toll on High School Test Scores

CPAP Therapy Most Effective for Sleep Apnea, Experts Say

Deep Brain Stimulation Improves Parkinson's Symptoms Long-Term

Early Morning Smoking Riskier For Cancer

Elderly Lung Cancer Patients Can Gain From Two-Drug Chemo: Study

Frequent Tests Help Track Progression of Glaucoma, Study Finds

Health Highlights: Aug. 8, 2011

Health Tip: Osteoporosis Can Affect Men, Too

Health Tip: Treating an Earache

Hospitals Vary Widely in Rate of Heart Procedures: Study

Kids Can Safely Play Sports in Hot Weather: Experts

Life-Threatening Leg Clots Run in Families, Study Shows

Many Heart Patients Anemic After Too Many Blood Tests in Hospital

Soy Supplements Don't Ease Bone Loss, Menopausal Symptoms: Study

Study of Bone Cancer in Dogs May Improve Treatment in Kids

Toe Deformities Should Be Treated Early: Experts

Trying Out New Identities Key to Video Games' Appeal: Study

Gene Study Identifies Non-Hereditary Links to Schizophrenia

Treat Gasoline With Respect

Adjusting Routines Before School Starts May Ease Transition to Class

Smart Food Choices Key to a Healthy Barbeque

Children's HIV Drugs May Cause High Cholesterol

Counseling May Help Women at Risk for Breast Cancer Gene

Gastric Bypass May Dampen Desire for High-Fat Foods

Health Highlights: Aug. 5, 2011

Health Tip: Eating Disorders May Affect Oral Health

Health Tip: Long-Term Complications of Diabetes

Household Mold During Infancy May Trigger Asthma

Less Worry, Better Coping Seen Among Religious Folks

Months After Shootings, Many Virginia Tech Students Suffered PTSD

NASCAR Pit Crews Need Strength, Stamina, Too

Need a New Hip? Someday You May Grow Your Own

Scientists Take Navel-Gazing to New Level

Smokers Mistakenly Believe Vitamins Protect Them From Cancer

Smoking Linked to Raised Risk of Irregular Heartbeat, Study Finds

Weight Loss May Boost Sex Life of Obese, Diabetic Men

With Age, Focus on Body Shifts From Appearance to Function

Americans' Use of Antidepressants On the Rise: Study

Cargill Begins Massive Recall of Turkey Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

Eating Disorders Can Harm Women's Fertility

First Treatment Solely for Scorpion Stings Approved

Gene Mutation Can Leave People Without Fingerprints

Health Highlights: Aug. 4, 2011

Health Plans Much Costlier for Docs in U.S. Than Canada: Study

Health Tip: Living With Chronic Kidney Disease

Many Military Vets in College Plagued By Thoughts of Suicide

More Neurology Residents Using Clot-Busting Drug for Stroke

No Increase in Medicare Drug Premiums in 2012

Numbers of Autopsies Performed in U.S. Falls

Scientists May Have Found Missing Link to Common Brain Cancer

Stem Cell Therapy Holds Promise for Kidney Disease

Today's Teens Less Likely to Be Heavy Smokers, Study Finds

U.S. 'Stroke Belt' May Also Be 'Sepsis Belt'

Another Blood Test for Alzheimer's Shows Promise

Can Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Cause Asthma?

Experimental Drug Promising Against Tough-to-Treat Asthma

Genes, Not Healthy Living, Get Most to Age 100

Health Highlights: Aug. 3, 2011

Health Tip: Skate Safely

Health Tip: Watch for Signs of Scoliosis

High Dose of Yeast Infection Drug Linked to Birth Defects, FDA Says

'Infrared Detector' May Lead Vampire Bat to Blood

Memories Can Be Unreliable, Manipulated

New Tick-Borne Illness Infects Midwesterners

Obesity Counseling Should Stress Brain, Not Willpower: Study

Parenting Style May Affect Child's Mental Health

Scientists Warn of New Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella

Smoking Withdrawal Shows Up in Brain Mood Centers

Source of Salmonella-Tainted Turkey Still Unclear

Stomach Cancer Tumors Have Genetic Differences: Researchers

Surge in New HIV Infections Among Young Black Gay Men Troubling: CDC

Urine Test Might Help Predict Prostate Cancer Risk

Americans No Longer Outliving Europeans: Study

Antipsychotic Doesn't Ease PTSD in Vets, Study Finds

Bio-Engineered Spinal Discs Appear Successful in Rats

Cancer Patients May Be at Greater Risk for Sun Damage

Doctor Offers Tips on How to Travel With Kids

Health Highlights: Aug. 2, 2011

Health Tip: Help Prevent Eczema Flares

Health Tip: Thaw Poultry Safely

Kids Still See Unhealthy-Food Ads on TV, Study Finds

Larger Dose of Zinc Lozenges May Shorten Colds

Many Kids Now Engage in Media 'Multi-Tasking'

Popular Antidepressants Not Always Best Choice for Seniors

Post-Heart Attack Exercise May Depend on Where You Live

Regular Exercise Boosts the Brain, Too

Statins May Help Heart in Some Young Stroke Patients

Support for Breast-Feeding Found Lacking in Many U.S. Hospitals

Violence Against Women Can Take Lifelong Toll: Study

Childhood Depression, Anxiety Tied to Pain in Adulthood

Colon Cleansing Has No Health Benefit, May Harm: Report

Even a Little Exercise Helps the Heart, Study Finds

Fetal Exposure to Magnetic Fields From Appliances, Power Lines May Up Kids' Asthma Risk

For Many, Risks of Lung Biopsy May Outweigh Benefits: Study

Health Highlights: Aug. 1, 2011

Health Tip: Dine Out the Healthy Way

Health Tip: Don't Let Menopause Get You Down

HHS: Insurers Must Pay for Birth Control for Women

'Meth' Abuse Ups Risk of HIV Infection in Young Gay Men

More Families Turning to Public Plans for Children's Health Care

New Guidelines for Spotting, Treating COPD Released

Prenatal Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements May Cut Babies' Colds

Smoking, Diabetes, Obesity May Shrink Your Brain

Study Tracks Masturbation Trends Among U.S. Teens

When Teens Abuse Prescriptions, Addiction Often Follows

With Junk Food Stores Nearby, Teens May Eat More of It

Gene Variant Associated With Asthma Risk in Blacks

Pro Golfers Reveal 'Biomechanical Differences' in Swing

Daughters Seem to Influence Mothers' Fashion Sense

Smartphones Really Are Habit-Forming: Study

Blood Pressure Drop During Dialysis May Raise Clot Risk

Concussion Project Finds Disease in Two Autopsied Brains

Drop in Breast Cancer Death Rates May Not Be Linked to Screening Rates

Even Living Together Is Too Much Commitment for Today's Couples

Health Highlights: July 29, 2011

Health Tip: When a Person With Alzheimer's Eats

Health Tip: When Sleep Apnea Affects Children

Long-Term Opioid Therapy Often Leads to Addiction

New Dog Gene May Shed Light on Childhood Epilepsy

Report Urges New Review System for Medical Devices

Sexual Assault Doesn't Cause Binge Drinking in Girls: Study

Shootings Spark Interest in Spotting the Violence-Prone

Some Ethnic Groups More Vulnerable to Dangerous Fat

Study Finds Kids Want More Info About Their Hospital Care

Brain Injury Appears to Boost Stroke Risk

Building Muscle May Reduce Diabetes Risk, Study Says

Coaches Can Play Big Role in How Kids Feel About Sports

Dentists May Be Able to Spot Undiagnosed Diabetes

Growing Up Near Livestock Tied to Blood Cancers

Health Highlights: July 28, 2011

Health Tip: Get a Better Night's Sleep

Health Tip: Smokeless Tobacco Isn't a Safe Alternative

Heat-Linked Illnesses Strike Thousands Each Year: Report

Painful Gout Afflicting More Americans: Study

Predicting Who Will -- and Won't -- Survive a Heart Attack

Report Could Tighten FDA's Oversight of Medical Devices

Speed Cameras Save Lives, Money: Study

Tamoxifen Wards Off Breast Cancer's Return for More Than a Decade

U.S. to Pay Bigger Share of Rising Cost of Health Care

Vaccine to Prevent Heroin High Works in Animals

1 in 3 Nose Job Patients Has a Mental Illness: Study

Age-Related Memory Loss May Be Reversible, Animal Study Suggests

Caution Urged in Intensive Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes

Cell Phones Don't Seem to Pose Cancer Risk to Kids: Study

Chickenpox Vaccine Has Saved Lives

Computer-Aided Mammography Doesn't Improve Breast Cancer Detection: Study

Densensitization Procedure Helps Hard-to-Match Kidney Recipients

Gene Study Sheds Light on Deadly German E. Coli Strain

Greater Breast Density May Raise Cancer Risk

Health Highlights: July 27, 2011

Health Tip: Dispose of Medications Safely

Health Tip: Ease Swelling Beneath a Cast

Hepatitis Rates Soar Among IV Drug Users, Study Finds

Implantable Device May Ease Tough-to-Treat Hypertension

Kids From Unplanned Pregnancies Tend to Lag Behind Intellectually

Menopause Does Not Boost Diabetes Risk, Study Finds

Scientists ID Gene Linked to Syndrome Behind Elephant Man Disease

Special Needs Kids Bullied More, Fare Poorly at School

Afghan Medical Staff Face Ongoing Security Threats: Study

Americans Show Rising Support for Abortion Rights: Poll

Certain Antidepressants Linked to Falls in Nursing Homes

Depression Higher in Wealthier Nations

Family History May Predict Heart Attack More Than Stroke

Fatty 'Comfort' Foods May Alter Brain's Response to Sadness

Health Highlights: July 26, 2011

Health Tip: Can't Stomach Dairy?

Health Tip: Soothe Swollen Gums

Heart Disease Prevention May Save Billions Annually in U.S.

Human Brains Wired to Empathize, Study Finds

Lymph Node Test Doesn't Improve Breast Cancer Care, Study Finds

Methamphetamine Abuse May Raise Parkinson's Risk

More Kids Eating Calorie-Packed Take-out Food

Only 15% Use Calorie Info at NYC Fast Food Chains: Study

Poor Health Linked to Very Preemie Birth Stabilizes by Adolescence

Researchers Find 3 Genes Linked to Esophagus Disorders

Study Finds Savings From Medicare's Drug Plan Extend Beyond Cost of Meds

Antibiotics Beat Cranberries at Fighting Urinary Tract Infections in Study

Blood Test May Better Predict Diabetics' Heart Risk: Study

Blue-Collar Employees With Arthritis Working Past 65: Study

CDC Issues Guidance for Coping With Lingering Heat

Chickenpox Vaccine May Wipe Out Related Deaths: Study

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Teens Often Homeless: Study

Health Highlights: July 25, 2011

Health Tip: Keep Air Healthy at Home

Health Tip: Protect Against Bug Bites

Kids With ADHD Less Adept at Crossing the Street: Study

Many Doctors Ignore Cancer Genetic Testing Guidelines

Preparation Key When Kids With Asthma Go Back to School

Smoking After Heart Attack Raises Risk of Dying

Spiritual Talks May Boost Patients' View of Hospital Care

Teen Athletes at Greater Risk for Osteoarthritis: Study

Transitional Care May Cut Hospital Readmission Rates

Anti-Clotting Drug May Cause Severe Bleeding With No Benefit

Parents Must Be Vigilant About Pool Safety

Common Swimming Injuries Often Avoidable

Summer Heat Holds Potential Danger for Young Athletes

Ancient Footprints Reveal Earliest Signs of Human-Like Gait

Children Fare OK if Mom Works, Study Finds

Dolphins' Superior Ability to Heal May Help Humans

Extreme Heat Calls for Smarter Workouts

Health Highlights: July 22, 2011

Health Tip: Common Signs of Stuttering

Health Tip: Should I Check My Blood Sugar?

Low 'Health Literacy' Hazardous to Your Health

Medieval Armor Drained Soldier's Energy, Study Finds

One Hospital's Efforts to Hurdle the Language Barrier

Publicly Insured Kids May Get Less Comprehensive Care

Teens Face Own Battles When Parent Goes to War

There's a Little Neanderthal in Most of Us

U.S. Culture Linked to Greater Sunscreen Use Among Latinos

U.S. Minorities No Strangers to Health Ills

Are Newer MS Drugs Worth Their High Price Tag?

Blood Stored Too Long May Threaten Patient Safety

Breast-feeding for 6 Months or More Protects Against Asthma

Brilinta Approved for Acute Coronary Syndromes

Clogged Arteries Might Raise Risk of Dementia, Experts Warn

Elderly at Greater Risk for Heat Stroke, Experts Warn

Epidemic of Obesity in U.S. Kids Began in Late '90s

Health Highlights: July 21, 2011

Health Tip: Manage COPD Symptoms

Health Tip: Recognizing Strange Behavior

Informed-Consent Forms for HIV Research Too Long: Study

Many Don't Toss Perishables After Long Power Outage: Poll

Optimism May Lower Stroke Risk

Psychological Distancing May Be Key to Wisdom

Smartphones May Be Taxing Your Eyes

Survey Suggests 'Sexting' Rampant in College

Tarceva Battles Lung Cancer in Some

Women, Whites Most Likely to Seek Health Info Online: Survey

Breathing Problems Strike Soldiers Returning From Iraq

Cheaper DNA Sequencing Coming Closer

Does Your Personality Dictate Whether You'll Be Overweight?

Experimental Drug Might Help Fight Alzheimer's After All

FDA Approves Blood Thinner Brilinta for Heart Patients

Fewer Surgical Errors Reported at VA Medical Facilities

Grandparents May Be Better Drivers

Health Highlights: July 20, 2011

Health Tip: Cosmetics May Have Side Effects

Health Tip: Swim to Get Fit

'Heat Dome' Continues to Throttle U.S.

High-Tech Football Helmets Gauge Force of Collision

International Poll Shows Many Fear Alzheimer's as Much as Cancer

Largest Ob/Gyn Group Backs Annual Mammograms in 40s

Preemies at Risk for Psychiatric Disorders as Teens, Study Contends

Rude Surgeons Hurt Patients, Increase Costs

Scientists Close in on Origins of Psoriasis, Eczema

Scrutinizing Faces Might Catch Liars, Study Finds

Study Contends Taller People at Heightened Cancer Risk

Study: Inherited Alzheimer's Detectable 20 Years Before Symptom Onset

As Waistline Expands, So Does Death Risk for Kidney Patients

'Broken Heart Syndrome' May Affect More People Than Thought

C-Section Rate in U.S. Climbs to All-Time High: Report

Does Meditation Boost Brain Health?

Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders Tougher When It's Not Patient's Call

Drug May Prevent Chemo-Linked Menopause in Breast Cancer Patients

Happy Shoppers More Decisive When Purchasing

Health Highlights: July 19, 2011

Health Tip: Get Kids Moving

Health Tip: Pain Relievers Aren't for Everyone

Lifestyle Changes Might Prevent Millions of Cases of Alzheimer's

Married Men Seem to Seek Help for Heart Attacks Sooner

More Evidence That Exercise May Keep The Brain Sharp

Restaurant Calorie Counts Can Miss the Mark: Study

Stopping Daily Aspirin Boosts Heart Attack Risk: Study

Study Hints at How Stress of Domestic Violence Might Be Passed to Unborn Child

Two Antidepressants Given to Dementia Patients Ineffective: Study

U.S. Panel Recommends Free Coverage of Birth Control

Controversial Cholesterol Drug Might Lower Blood Sugar Levels in Diabetics

Drugs Can Bring HIV-Infected Africans Normal Life Spans

Ex-NFL Players May Face Higher Brain Damage Risk, Study Says

FDA Unveils Flu Vaccines for 2011-12 Season

Flu Vaccine for 2011-12 Season Approved

Health Highlights: July 18, 2011

Health Tip: Keep Kids' Lunches Cool

Health Tip: Stay Safe and Healthy During Travels

Human Stem Cells Used to Fix Damaged Mouse Heart

Kids Fare Better in Crashes When Grandparents Driving: Study

More Evidence That Early Treatment Can Stop HIV's Spread to Partners

Secondhand Smoke Linked to Hearing Loss in Teens

Self-Esteem Levels Vary by Age, Race, Study Finds

Sharing Bed With Toddler Won't Harm Development: Study

Small Study Suggests Milk, Soy Proteins Lower Blood Pressure Modestly

Specialists More Likely to Spot Deadly Skin Cancer

Statins Don't Seem to Raise Cancer Risk

Women Bear Greatest Burden of Alzheimer's

Barbeque May Contain Hidden Dangers

Falls Could Signal Early Alzheimer's Disease

Keep Sun Safety in Mind This Summer: Experts

Tips for Weathering Summer Sun, Heat

A Cleaner Colon Is Key to Effective Screening

Alcohol Affects Left, Right Heart Chambers Differently

Binge Drinking May Impair Teen Brain Development

Breast Implants Have Limited Lifespan

Cigarette Tax Unlikely to Deter Some Smokers: Report

Cyberbullying a Big Worry for Parents: Survey

Dogs Adept at Reading People's Minds

Drinking Alcohol May Prolong, Not Relieve, Stress

Erectile Dysfunction Tied to Sleep Disorder

Health Highlights: July 15, 2011

Health Tip: Controlling Your Diabetes

Health Tip: Take Appendicitis Symptoms Seriously

Hormone Therapy May Lower Risk for Artery Disease

Increase in Diabetes Risk Linked to High-Dose Statins

Injection Drug Users Most in Need of Treatment, Study Says

Kids of Moms With History of Depression Seem Less Happy

Multiple Blood Pressure Readings Give More Accurate Diagnosis

Researchers Closer to Developing Universal Meningitis B Vaccine

Rigorous Exercise May Boost Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery

Scars of Bullying Can Be Long-Lasting

The Cycling Stud Who Shed His Couch Potato Skin

Want to Eat Less? Try a Bigger Fork

Younger Kids Respond Better to 'Lazy Eye' Treatment

Antibody Finding Might Help in Search for HIV Vaccine

Can You Google Your Memory?

Certain Painkillers May Raise Odds of Stroke, Heart Attack: Study

Exposure to Common Chemicals May Affect Thyroid Function

Food Industry Sets Standards for Advertising to Kids

Genes Linked to Restless Legs Syndrome Identified

Health Highlights: July 14, 2011

Health Tip: Benefitting From Cross-Training

Health Tip: Why the Frequent Nosebleeds?

Less Lighting Up in Movies Aimed at Kids

Novel Virus 'Jumped' From Monkeys to Humans, Researchers Find

Pets Pump You Up, Study Finds

Poorer, Less Educated Youth More Prone to Hypertension

Rat Study Shows How Binge Drinking Harms Memory

Skin Lesions Often Misdiagnosed as Spider Bites

Suicide Among Veterans All Too Common, Study Finds

Training in Positive Thinking May Help Anxious Teens

Beware of Summer Lightning

Delving Into the Mystery of Placebos

Drugs May Prevent HIV Spread Among Heterosexuals

Flip-Flops, Baseball Caps May Raise Risk of Skin Cancer

For Some Prostate Cancer Patients, Combo Treatment Improves Survival

Generic, Brand-Name Heart Drugs Seem to Have Same Effect on Thyroid

Health Highlights: July 13, 2011

Health Tip: Binge Eating May Lead to Weight Gain

Health Tip: Living With Pulmonary Hypertension

Low 'Empathy' Response in Brain Might Point to Autism Gene

Millions of Americans Lack Access to Dental Care: Report

Mobile Sensors Track Health of Elderly in Pilot Test

Pelvic Mesh for Incontinence May Carry Added Risk for Women: FDA

Rural Workers Often Lack Access to Sick Leave

Sometimes Sleeping on the Job May Be a Good Thing

'Swine Flu' Shot May Be Cleared of Guillain-Barre Charges

Ultrasound May Determine Heart Attack Risk in HIV Patients

'Virtual Reality' May Help in Parkinson's Therapy

Alzheimer's Brain Protein Scanning Moves Forward

Bed Sores Afflict More Blacks in Nursing Homes Than Whites: Study

Bettering Social Status Lowers High Blood Pressure Risk

Bladder Cancer Patients Not Getting Recommended Care: Study

Contact Allergies Associated With Lower Rates of Some Cancers

Dental Care for Kids on Medicaid Varies by Fees Each State Sets

Family History of Cancer Needs to Be Updated as You Age

Health Highlights: July 12, 2011

Health Tip: Insufficient Sleep Can Be Dangerous

Health Tip: Understanding Dyslexia

Individualizing Care Could Save Money, Experts Say

More U.S. Men Die From Cancer Than Women: Study

Older Women at Greater Risk for Common STD, Study Suggests

Physical Activity Levels Linked to Employment Status

Scientists Spot Possible Target in Ovarian Cancer

Soaring Temps Can Pose Serious Health Risks

Tool to Spot Lung Infections in Cystic Fibrosis Patients Called Not Worth It

ADHD, Learning Issues May Be Linked to Secondhand Smoke

Adherence to Angioplasty/Stent Guidelines Lacking: Study

Boostrix Approved to Prevent Tetanus, Diphtheria and Whooping Cough in Seniors

Coordinated Cooling Effort After Cardiac Arrest Can Improve Outcomes

Deaths Up, Care Levels Down at Teaching Hospitals in July

Fast Food Is King of the Neighborhood, Study Reports

For People With Diabetes, Pets May Pose Unusual Hazards

Health Highlights: July 11, 2011

Health Tip: Dealing With Social Phobia

Health Tip: If a Person With Alzheimer's Is Confused

Higher Folic Acid Levels in Teens Tied to Academic Success

Older Adults Have to Exercise More to Maintain Muscle Size, Study Finds

Parkinson's Patients Still Prescribed Antipsychotics Despite Warning

Psoriatic Arthritis Patients Seem to Lack Enough Vitamin D

Sleep Apnea Linked to Blood Vessel Disorders in Study

Study: Potassium Boosts Heart Health, Salt Harms It

The Hype on Hypoallergenic Dogs Is Just That, Study Warns

Alcohol, Water Sports Can Be Deadly Mix

Risk of Lightning Strikes Rises in Summer

Help Your Kids Stay in Shape This Summer

Parents Can Help Stop Spread of Water Park Illnesses

A Safe Tan? No Way, Experts Say

Ankle Braces May Protect Young Basketball Players

Anxiety, Depression in Pregnancy May Raise Kids' Asthma Risk

Behavioral Techniques a Better Value for Chronic Migraine Than Meds: Study

California's Rural Elderly Have High Rates of Chronic Illness

Coping Strategy Depends on Strength of Emotion: Study

From Tanning Beds to Melanoma Surgery

Golf-Cart Head Injuries on the Upswing, Study Finds

Health Highlights: July 9, 2011

Health Tip: Child Safety Seats

Health Tip: The Benefits of Meditation

Losing Weight, Keeping It Off Can Be Two Different Worlds

Men Who Smoke at Lower Risk of Joint Replacement: Study

Obesity May Increase Risk of Surgical Complications

Study Offers Update on Staph Pneumonia Trends in Children

Windows Pose Safety Risk for Young Children, Experts Warn

Europe's Suicides Up, Road Deaths Down After Economy Tanked

Female Ancestor of All Living Polar Bears Was Brown

Giant Weed Can Cause Blisters, Even Blindness

Gonorrhea's Growing Resistance to Antibiotics Concerns CDC

Health Highlights: July 7, 2011

Health Tip: Fears and Phobias

Health Tip: Drinking and Pregnancy

Medicaid Coverage 'Substantially' Improves Access to Care: Study

Men Seem More Likely Than Women to Develop Hole in Knee Cartilage

Religious Identity Remains Constant in Teen Years: Study

Southern States Lag Behind North in Drop in Colon Cancer Death Rates

Special Talk Therapy Seems to Help Dying Patients

Teen Athletes Should Get Concussion Test Score Before Play

U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Spread

A Deadly New Reason to Avoid Deer Ticks

Binge Eating May Be a High All Its Own

Breast-Feeding May Not Protect Moms Against MS Relapse

Fewer U.S. Teens Having Babies, Binge Drinking: Report

Health Tip: Does Your Baby Have GERD?

Health Tip: Reduce Your Risk of Atherosclerosis

Long Commutes for Pilots May Hamper Flying Performance: Study

Massage Offers Real Relief from Back Pain

Men May Have Better 'Cocktail Party' Hearing

New Combo Therapy May Prevent TB, Save Lives in People With HIV

Patient Disparities Seen in Lung Cancer Drug Trials

Prior Depression Can Leave People Sensitive to Life's Woes

Satisfaction With Life Seems Good for the Heart

Study Finds Heart Failure Drug Ineffective

Study Questions Chiropractic's Impact on Back Pain

Talking to Teens May Help Them Cut Back on Pot Smoking

U.S. Database of Breast Cancer Treatment May Be Inaccurate

Urban, Low-Income Kids More Likely to Walk or Bike to School

Arcapta Inhaler Approved for COPD

Colon Cancer Death Rates Continue to Drop, CDC Reports

Cuddling May Be Key to Long-Term Happy Relationship

Eating Disorders Appear to Raise Risk of Death

Experimental Drug Bests Chemo in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Study

Health Highlights: July 5, 2011

Health Tip: Should You Eat Raw Fish?

Health Tip: Some Prone to Losing Bone Mass

Healthy Lifestyle May Ward Off Sudden Cardiac Death in Women

Mammogram Schedule Should Be Customized, Study Finds

Massage Beats Meds for Lower Back Pain, Study Says

Medical Futility Trend Seen in Neonatal Deaths

Painkillers May Raise Risk of Dangerous Heart Flutter

Parents' Military Deployment May Harm Kids' Mental Health

Small, Rural Hospitals Provide a Lower Quality of Care: Study

Study Finds Most Urgent Angioplasties Warranted

Too Much Sitting May Double Women's Risk of Blood Clots

Tots Who Are 'Late Talkers' Typically Turn Out Fine: Study

Could Finger Length Predict Penis Length?

Environment May Be Especially Key to Autism: Study

Health Tip: Set Rules for Swimming

Health Tip: Stay Away From Fad Diets

Stop-Smoking Drug Chantix Ups Risk of Heart Problems: Study

Safety Experts Warn of Fireworks Dangers

Woman Loses Eye in Bottle Rocket Attack

How to Stay Hydrated in Hot Weather

Make Water Safety a Priority for Your Kids

Avastin Rejection Supported by Cancer Experts

College Players' Hoop Dreams May Get Boost From Extra Zzz's

Fireworks and Fido Don't Always Mix

Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer: Who, Me?

Health Highlights: July 1, 2011

Health Tip: Lather Kids With Sunscreen

Health Tip: Practice Safe Grilling

Kentucky Goes on the Offensive Against Colorectal Cancer

Lazanda Approved for Cancer Pain

Military Members Face Raised Risk of Osteoarthritis: Study

More Than 200,000 Suffer Cardiac Arrest in Hospitals Annually

Post-Op Nausea May Be Hereditary

Reconstruction Safe Right After Mastectomy: Study

Soluble Fiber Appears Key to Trimming 'Bad Fat'

Understanding Numbers Isn't as Simple as 1, 2, 3

When It Comes to Memory, Practice Seems to Make Perfect

A Child's Surgery May Prompt Parents to Try to Quit Smoking

Breast Cancer Plus Other Health Issues Linked to Worse Outcomes

Cotton Swabs Help Prevent Surgical Site Infections: Study

Fetal Exposure to Common Epilepsy Drugs May Harm Kids' IQ: FDA

Group-Think Can Influence Your Memory, Research Shows

Health Highlights: June 30, 2011

Health Tip: Warm Up Before Exercise

Health Tip: Will Allergy Shots Work for Me?

Hong Kong Strain of Scarlet Fever Unlikely to Spread to U.S., Experts Say

Illegal Tobacco Sales to U.S. Minors Reach All-Time Low

Internet Sex Offenders Reveal Some Patterns

July 4 Weekend Dangerous for Underage Boys Who Drink: Report

Medicare Will Pay for Prostate Cancer Drug

One-Third of Undergrads Admit Using Phone 'Apps' While Driving

On-the-Job Lead Exposures Falling, But Still a Problem: CDC

Who Should Get a CT Scan to Screen for Lung Cancer?

Addiction Starts Early in American Society, Report Finds

Blackouts Linked to Future Drinking Injuries in College Students

Calories Are the Secret Ingredient in Weight Loss

Delaying Intravenous Feeding of ICU Patients May Aid Recovery

E-Prescribing Doesn't Slash Errors, Study Finds

FDA Panel Rejects Avastin for Breast Cancer

Flu Shots for Pregnant Women Also Protect Newborns, Study Finds

Gene 'Map' of Ovarian Cancer Yields New Clues to Treatment

Genes May Control How Long You Look at Happy Faces

Health Highlights: June 29, 2011

Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Rickets?

Health Tip: Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

More Evidence CT Scans Better at Detecting Lung Cancer

Motivational Text Messages May Help Smokers Quit

No Headway Against COPD, Which Now Affects Women More

Organ Transplant Drug Might Treat Rapid-Aging Disease in Kids

Pain Costs U.S. $635 Billion a Year: Report

Pollution Took Heavy Toll at U.S. Beaches in 2010

Certain Cancer Drugs Don't Interfere With Flu Vaccine: Study

FDA to Hear Appeal on Breast Cancer Drug

Flexible Schedule Helps Keep New Moms in the Workplace

Genome Map May Help Save Tasmanian Devils

Health Highlights: June 28, 2011

Health Tip: Minimize Radiation From X-Rays

Health Tip: Why Your Child Is Wetting the Bed

Longest Trial Ever Confirms Mammograms' Benefits

Low-Income Families Often Miss Out on Proper Nutrition

Obesity a Major Cause of Early Death in Women: Study

Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Saves Money: Study

Program Shrinks Time-to-Treatment for Heart Attack: Study

Research Sheds Light on Cause of Brain Deficits in HIV Patients

Study Hints at Why Heart Disease Is More Deadly for Blacks

Trials of Type 1 Diabetes Vaccines Bring Mixed Results

When Americans Think of Regrets, Love Tops List

At-Home Blood Pressure Monitoring More Telling Than Doctor's Office Readings

Content, Timing of TV Can Take Toll on Kids' Sleep

Diabetic Girls May Have Heart Risk Factors

Doctors Urge Ban on Junk Food Ads During Kids' Shows

Does Ovulation Boost a Woman's 'Gaydar'?

Health Highlights: June 27, 2011

Health Tip: Avoid Unnecessary Eating

Health Tip: Reduce Infection Risk After Ear Piercing

Hospitals in U.S. Territories Have Higher Death Rates: Study

Lab-Grown Blood Vessels Seem to Help Dialysis Patients

Many Pediatricians Aren't Testing Tots for Developmental Delays

Nearly Half of Older Breast Cancer Patients Don't Get Radiation

New Blood Thinner Beats Plavix When Paired With Low-Dose Aspirin

New Crib Safety Rules to Take Effect

Pregnancy Safe for Most Women With MS: Study

Vitamin D, Calcium Combo May Halve Melanoma Risk in Some Women

Working Night Shifts May Raise Diabetes Risk for Women

Calories, Not Protein or Carbs, Are Key to Weight Loss: Study

HIV Drugs May Be Tied to Early Aging

After Diabetes Diagnosis, Concentrate on Dietary Changes, Study Says

Class of Drugs Linked to Higher Heart Risk in Older Diabetics

Diabetes on Upswing Worldwide

Life Expectancy Improves for Type 1 Diabetics

Athletes May Benefit From Shorter, Less Intense Warm-Ups

Drug Use May Play Role in 25% of Driver Deaths, Study Finds

Even One Glass of Beer, Wine Boosts Car Crash Risk: Study

Exhausting Surf Rescues Don't Affect Lifeguards' CPR Skills

Extreme Dieting Often Lasts From Early Teens to Adulthood

FDA Urges Reduced Doses for Anemia Drugs

Health Highlights: June 24, 2011

Health Tip: Coping With Low Blood Pressure

Health Tip: Sunburn Usually Damages Skin

Lifestyle Changes Might Alter Breast Cancer Rates

More Autism Diagnoses in High-Tech Areas, Study Finds

'Sexting' Common for Those Who Cheat: Study

Snacking Totals a Quarter of Daily Calories for Many

Stress May Worsen Lung Function in Kids Breathing Dirty Air

Study Finds 'Inconsistent' Care for Pregnant Women With Depression

Weight Loss Surgery May Cut Inflammation, Disease Risk

CDC Cites Benefits of Expanded HIV Testing Program

Early Talk Therapy May Help Stroke Patients Bounce Back

Effects of Premature Birth May Stretch Into Adulthood: Study

Health Highlights: June 23, 2011

Health Tip: Calm a Colicky Baby

Health Tip: Why You Have Gallstones

Hospital Delays Tied to Racial Divide in Heart Attack Care

Implantable Device May Help Ease Tough Migraines

Less Invasive Colon Surgery Results in Fewer Blood Clots: Study

Marriage Might Boost Colon Cancer Survival

Poor 'Fat-Tasters' May Tend to Be Heavier

Smoke From Wildfires in Southwest May Be Health Hazard

Surge in Number of Americans Treated for Prescription Painkiller Abuse

Tainted Cocaine Tied to Severe Skin Reactions

Teens Look to Parents as Guide to Healthy Sexual Behaviors

Ways to Curb Childhood Obesity Outlined in U.S. Report

Chips, Fries, Soda Most to Blame for Long-Term Weight Gain

City Living Tied to More Anxiety, Mood Disorders

Clues to Alzheimer's May Reside in Spinal Fluid

Cocaine-Related Heart Damage May Be 'Silent'

Could a Dangerous Fungus Lurk in Your Dishwasher?

Early Chemical Exposures May Affect Breast Health: Report

Eating Disorders May Raise Risk of Depression in Pregnancy

FDA: Breast Implants Basically Safe, But Won't Last a Lifetime

German E. Coli Strain Especially Lethal, Studies Find

Health Highlights: June 22, 2011

Health Tip: Create a First Aid Kit

Health Tip: Don't Deny Your Diabetes

Math Learning Disabilities Linked to Poor 'Gut Sense' of Numbers

New Drug Effectively Treats Hepatitis C

Poor Brain 'Sync' a Possible Sign of Autism

Pregnant Women May Go to Great Lengths to Induce Labor

Simple Saliva Test Detects Your 'Real' Age

Smoking During Pregnancy May Predispose Kids to Heart Trouble

Young Kids at Risk in Home Pools

Delays in Hospital Transfers for Heart Attack Patients May Raise Death Risk

Diabetic Kidney Disease Rising in the U.S.

FDA Unveils Graphic Images for Cigarette Packs

'Hammock' Effect May Help Adults Fall Asleep Faster

Health Highlights: June 21, 2011

Health Tip: Regain Weight the Healthy Way

Health Tip: Why Some Women Can't Sleep

High-Dose Statins May Increase Diabetes Risk

Lawmakers Urged to Consider Health Effects of Major Legislation

Making Sure Child's Play Doesn't Turn Into Gunplay

Older Women With Breast Cancer Probably Won't Die From It: Study

Parents Find Media Rating Systems Lacking

Scientists Zero In on Key Melanoma Links

Smoking, Prostate Cancer a Deadly Mix

Some Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriasis May Cut Diabetes Risk

Unemployment May Hit Some Harder Than Others

Years of Air Pollution May Be Tied to Uncontrolled Asthma

Abuse-Resistant Oxycodone Approved

Bullying's Scars May Last a Lifetime, Experts Say

Experts Issue Guidelines on Safe Weight Loss for Athletes

Faster Transition From CPR to Defibrillator May Save Lives

FDA to Step Up Inspections of Imported Products

Generic Versions of Levofloxacin Approved

Health Highlights: June 20, 2011

Health Tip: Create an Asthma Action Plan for School

IUDs Officially Recommended for Healthy Women, Teens

Many Using Free Preventive Screenings Tied to Health Care Reform

Men's Waistlines Could Be Key to Health

Millions Don't Get Meds for Serious Artery Disease: Study

Most Medicare Patients With Cancer Get Good Surgical Care: Study

One in 12 U.S. Children May Have Food Allergies: Report

Portable Pools Pose Drowning Risk for Young Kids

Results of Bodychecking in Youth Hockey Examined

Single Reading Can't Gauge Blood Pressure Control: Study

Study Finds Botox Alternative Better at Smoothing 'Crow's Feet'

Support Is Key to 'Coming Out' Process for Gay People: Study

Dads Can Light Their Grills Without Fear

Experimental Vaccine Seems to Cure Prostate Cancer in Mice

Freedom More Important to Happiness Than Wealth, Study Finds

Adults Reminded to Keep Kids Away From Lawn Mowers

Are Men Who Flaunt Flashy Cars Not the 'Marrying Kind'?

Dad's Good Parenting May Help Daughters Avoid Risky Sex

Dads' Parenting Style Affects Influence as Kids Age: Survey

Deaths Exceed Births in 24% of U.S. Communities: Report

Docs Overprescribing Antibiotics for Home-Care Patients: Study

Energy Drink-Vodka Combo Nearly Kills Teen

Gene Study Sheds Light on Often Fatal Heart Condition

'Glowing Hands' Gel Shows Kids Where Dirt, Germs Linger

Health Highlights: June 17, 2011

Health Tip: Make Sure Your Child's Shoes Fit

Health Tip: Prevent Heat-Related Illness

Kids With Minor Head Injury May Not Need Hospitalization

Language Delays Seen in Kids in Institutions Beyond Age 2

Nearly 900,000 Fewer Cancer Deaths Since 1990: Report

Reading With Mom Can Boost Kindergarten Readiness

Rise in Drug-Related Suicide Attempts by Young Men Alarms Experts

Scientists Turn Memory On, Off in Rats With Flip of Switch

Singer Crystal Bowersox Comes to Terms With Diabetes

Truth About Ice Cream, Snow Cones May Be Hard to Swallow

Adding Folate to Tortilla Flour Might Cut Birth Defects Among Hispanics

Cancer Risk With Barrett's Esophagus May Be Lower Than Thought

Diabetes Drug Actos May Raise Risk for Bladder Cancer: FDA

Docs Most Often Spot Melanomas in Older Patients

Fast-Food Outlets Near Schools May Not Be Making Teens Fat

Health Highlights: June 16, 2011

Health Tip: Factors That Contribute to Skin Cancer

Health Tip: Prevent Swimmer's Ear

High School Kids Get Too Many Sugary Drinks, Too Little Exercise: CDC

HPV Vaccine May Cut Rate of Cervical Cancer 'Precursors'

HRT May Reduce Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease

Income Disparities May Be Making Americans Unhappy

Lung Health of Police Responders From 9/11 Called 'Encouraging'

Mouse Study Uncovers the Roots of Gray Hair

New Memory Theory Focuses on Brain-Wave Levels

New U.S. Health Initiative Highlights Disease Prevention

Night Owls' Poor Sleep Habits Can Hurt Grades

Nulojix Approved to Help Thwart Kidney Rejection

Scientists Pinpoint Parts of Brain That Help People Recognize Themselves

Smoking-Cessation Drug Chantix Linked to Heart Problems

Weight-Loss Surgery Helps Less Obese Patients: Study

Better Students Excel for Mom and Dad

Can Weight-Loss Surgery Reverse Common Cause of Infertility?

Cancer Survivors Face High Health Costs Over Long Term: Report

Coffee May Protect Against Aggressive Breast Cancer

For Many, Weight-Loss Surgery Also Eases Migraines

Gene Sequencing Helps Twins With Rare Disorder

Health Highlights: June 15, 2011

Health Tip: Manage Your Migraines

Health Tip: Protect Newborns From the Sun

Impotence Linked to Restless Legs Syndrome

Many Fathers Struggle to Balance Work, Family: Survey

Misuse of Emergency Rooms Takes Its Toll on Docs

More Americans Than Ever Have Asthma

More Olive Oil in Diet Could Cut Stroke Risk: Study

Proper Bowel Prep Key to Effective Colon Cancer Screening: Study

Refinements to PSA Testing May Save Lives

Rushed Discharge After Weight-Loss Surgery May Raise Risks

Specialists Often Turn Away Kids With Public Insurance: Report

Study Confirms Longer Time OK Between Pap Tests

Study Finds Two-Seat 'Hot Zone' for Flu Spread on Planes

To Lower Blood Sugar, Concrete Plan Is Better Than Advice

U.S. Found to Be Losing Ground in Life Expectancy

Weekend Not Long Enough to Recover From Workweek Sleep Loss

Weight-Loss Surgery Can Be Effective Despite Depression

Young Adults Don’t Think About Heart Health

College Students Who Sleep in Drink More, Study Less

COPD Drug Via Mist Inhaler Could Raise Death Risk: Study

Could Sleeping on Left Side Help Prevent Stillbirth?

FDA Approves Test That Spots Aggressive Breast Cancer

FDA Issues New Rules on Sunscreens

First Ceramic-on-Metal Hip Replacement Approved

Good Sleep Could Boost Undergrads' Learning Capacity

Good Sleep Raises Quality of Life, Lowers Depression

Health Highlights: June 14, 2011

Health Tip: Signs You're Getting Too Much Iron

Health Tip: What to Eat When Going Gluten-Free?

Hormone Linked to Death Risk in Those With Early Kidney Disease

Hypnosis Plus Local Anesthesia Might Work Well for Some Surgeries

Life Often Shorter for the Homeless: Study

New Test Helps Evaluate Breast Cancer Patients for Herceptin Use

Sleep-Deprived Teens May Crave Carbohydrates

Sleeptime Head-Cooling Cap Eases Insomnia, Study Finds

Study Finds Equal Number of Errors in Hospitals, Doctors' Offices

Too Little Sleep in Preschool Years May Predict ADHD

Too Much TV Raises Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease and Death

Young Girls May Lose Sleep Over Pressure to Be Thin

Breast-feeding May Shield Against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Child Care Can Help Kids With Depressed Moms

Could a Diet Help Prevent Alzheimer's?

Diabetics May Be at Greater Risk for Second Stroke

Early Exposure to Pets Won't Up Kids' Allergy Risk: Study

Few Anesthesiologists Monitor Key Heart Signal

Health Highlights: June 13, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Health Tip: What May Cause Facial Pain

Hey, Batter: Your Sleep Habit May Affect Your Swing

Medical Groups Update Heart, Blood Pressure Care Guidelines

Poll Finds Little Support for GOP Plan to Privatize Medicare

Potiga Approved for Adult Epileptic Seizures

Sleep-Deprived People May Crave High-Calorie Foods

Spending on Glaucoma Meds Rising in U.S., Study Finds

Training via Video Game Shown to Boost Kids' Brain Power

When Wives Can't Sleep, Marriage May Suffer

Heart Attack Victims Face Greater Risk of Dying When Ambulances Are Diverted

Scientists Identify Genes Linked to Migraines

Weight-Loss Surgery May Not Lower Death Risk: Study

Insect Stings Hold Deadly Risk for Some

Validity of Baseline Concussion Tests Questioned

Brain Scan Spots Differences in Tots With ADHD Symptoms

Chemical Found in Foam Cups a Possible Carcinogen

City Pavement Affects Weather, Boosting Smog: Study

Distracted Driving May Be Rising Despite State Laws

Emotional Abuse in Childhood May Disrupt Sleep Decades Later

ER Docs Frustrated, Burned Out by Repeat Patients: Survey

Health Highlights: June 10, 2011

Health Tip: Anxiety Disorders Can Cause Physical Problems

Health Tip: Buy Healthy Foods on a Budget

Heavy Cell Phone Use Might Raise Risk of Brain Tumors

Men Urged to Lead by Example and See a Doctor Regularly

New Device Performs Body Scans Simultaneously

Psychotherapists With Tidy Offices Seen as More Competent

Self-Confidence, Empathy May Make for Better Sex

Some Brains Easily Distracted by Rewarding Stimuli

Study May Dispel Worries About High Levels of Folic Acid

Women May Be Getting Unneeded Heart Imaging Tests

Apples Help Keep Muscles Strong, Mouse Study Finds

Bathroom Injuries a Little-Known Problem

Chemo for Late-Stage Cancer Patients May Be Unjustified

Drugs for Enlarged Prostate May Raise Risk of Aggressive Cancer

Experts Say Hormone Replacement Generally Safe in Short-Term

Health Highlights: June 9, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Runner's Knee

Health Tip: Teach Your Child Healthy Eating Habits

Most U.S. Kids Get Recommended Vaccines: CDC

Mothers Play Important Role in Recovery From Mental Illness

Mouse Study Reveals How Smoking Helps Keep People Thin

Preschool's Benefits Linger Into Adulthood, Study Finds

Record Temperatures Posing Health Risks in U.S.

Tainted Soil May Put Kids at Risk for Vision Loss

Treatment for Abuse of Anti-Anxiety Drugs Tripled Over 10 Years

Vytorin Lowers Heart Disease Risk in Large Study of Kidney Patients

Walking the Dog Benefits You, Too

Young Adults Sometimes See Debt as a Positive

Arsenic-Containing Poultry Drug Suspended From Market

Bankruptcy Risk Nearly Doubles in Year After Cancer Diagnosis

Brain Scans to Spot Alzheimer's May Be Available This Year

Dieters More Likely to Trust Food Packaging

Exercise May Protect the Brain From 'Silent Strokes'

FDA Places New Warning Label on Zocor

Girls May Be More Resistant to Autism Than Boys: Study

Greater Media Use Found Among Minority Kids

Health Highlights: June 8, 2011

Health Tip: Ward Off Bad Breath

Impaired Heart Function Seen in Teens With Type 2 Diabetes

It's Safe to Get IUD Right After Abortion, Miscarriage: Study

Lifestyle You Lead Today May Affect Generations to Come

Migraine Plus PTSD 4 Times More Likely in Men: Study

New Guidelines Put Focus on Vitamin D Deficiency

Regular Exercise May Benefit the Brain as Well as the Body

When Plenty Is Too Much

Age Alone May Not Cause Testosterone to Fall

Cancer Patients Struggle as Drug Costs Soar: Study

Childhood Cancer Survivors at Greater Risk for Tumors as Adults

Chronic Pot Smoking Affects Brain Chemistry, Scans Show

Depressed People Find It Hard to Stop Reliving Bad Times

For Gay Men, Serious Relationships Still Harbor Risks for HIV

Health Highlights: June 7, 2011

Health Tip: My Infant Has a Cold

Health Tip: Pregnancy Requires More Iron

In U.S., Salmonella Is on the Rise While E. Coli Retreats

Is Social Networking Changing the Face of Medicine?

Joint Replacement Risks Rise at Less Experienced Hospitals

Right Side of Heart Linked to Lung Diseases, Study Finds

Sleep Might Help You Solve Problems Better

Study Ranks Mental Health as Young People's Top Health Problem

Too Much Weight Gain in Pregnancy Linked to Chubby Babies

Women Exposed to Combat Trauma as Resilient as Men: Study

Boys Who Bully May Grow Up to Be Abusive Men

Cognitive Therapy Helps Depressed Drug Abusers

Eating Dirt Has Long, Maybe Healthy, History

Exercise Helps Men Battling Diabetes and Sleep Apnea

Forgetfulness About Paperwork, Medicines Might Herald Cognitive Decline

Health Highlights: June 6, 2011

Health Tip: Factors That May Contribute to Prostate Cancer

Health Tip: Have You Sprained Your Wrist?

Heart-Healthy DASH Diet May Help Teen Girls Stay Slim

Jury Still Out on Radiation for Early Prostate Cancer

More Risky Behaviors Among Gay, Bisexual High School Students: CDC

Parkinson's Disease May Boost Melanoma Risk: Study

Reading Arabic or English May Tax Brain Differently

Too Much Work, Food, Media May Be Hurting Health

Weight Loss May Help Sleep Apnea Symptoms

Brown Fat Cells May One Day Help Combat Obesity

Epilepsy Drugs' Risk of Birth Defects May Be Dose-Dependent

Flaxseed Fails as Treatment for Hot Flashes

Taking Chemo Drug Continuously Delayed Lung Cancer's Return

Two Drugs Shown to Prolong Survival in Advanced Melanoma Cases

Weight-Loss Surgery May Lower Risk of Alzheimer's in Diabetics

After Colon Cancer Surgery, Early Chemo May Pay Off

Aromasin Reduced Breast Cancer Risk in Postmenopausal Women

Cancer Drug Avastin Makes Inroads Against Ovarian Tumors

Could a Woman's Wrinkles Predict Risk of Fractures?

Excess Pounds May Lower Odds of Surviving Breast Cancer

Study Finds Ovarian Screening Tests Don't Improve Survival

Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Rise in Fracture Risk

30 Years Into the Epidemic, a Generation With HIV Comes of Age

Bone Drug Reduces Odds for Breast Cancer's Return: Study

Concussions Tied to Verbal Memory Loss in Young Athletes

Drifting Pesticides May Endanger People in Nearby Workplaces

Fit Doctors More Likely to Prescribe Exercise: Study

Having More Toys May Boost Exercise Levels in Kids

Health Highlights: June 3, 2011

Health Tip: What's Polluting My Indoor Air?

Hula-Hoop Might Help Shed Unwanted Pounds

Kids Who Bully Often Get Poor Sleep

Meditation May Help Women Cope With Hot Flashes

Mental Illness Linked to Greater Risk of Death After Heart Attack

New MRSA Strain Found in Cows' Milk in U.K., Denmark

Officials: U.S. Not Affected by European E. Coli Outbreak

U.S. Cancer Patients Face Barriers to Care, Study Finds

Deadly E. Coli Strain in Europe Should Serve as Warning, Experts Say

Divorce Can Hurt Kids' Math Scores, Friendships

Emergency Care May Be Key to Hospital Readmissions

Health Highlights: June 2, 2011

Health Tip: Is It Time to Stop Driving?

Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets May Not Pose Risk to Arteries

Male Heart Disease May Be Linked to Mom's Lifetime Nutrition

More Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drug But Barriers Remain

More Than 1 Million Americans Now Living With HIV: CDC

Noisy ORs Linked to Raised Risk of Surgical Site Infection

Obesity Greater Risk for Fatty Liver Than Alcohol, Study Finds

Popular Blood Pressure Meds Not Linked to Cancer, FDA Says

Saliva Test Spots Virus That Can Cause Hearing Loss in Newborns

U.S. Serves Up New Nutrition Guidelines on 'MyPlate'

Used Football Faceshields May Break on Impact

Can Removing Tonsils, Appendix Boost Early Heart Attack Risk?

Children With ADHD More Prone to Substance Abuse: Study

Cigarette Packaging Turns to Color, Subtle Wording to Sell

Earpieces Can Minimize Possible Risks From Cellphones, Experts Say

ERs Frequented by Kids With Behavioral Problems: Report

Even Ancient Men Seemed to Like Their Man Caves

Experts Recommend Cardiac Screening for College Athletes

Fear of Dying During Heart Attack May Make Matters Worse

Health Highlights: June 1, 2011

Health Tip: Floss for Healthier Teeth and Gums

Health Tip: Protect Your Feet From Corns

High-Risk Surgeries Getting Safer: Study

Hi-Tech Scan Detects Soldiers' Head Injuries

Hospital Visitors' Cellphones May Carry 'Worrisome' Germs

How Brain Sees the 'Big Picture' May Affect Self-Image

Long Commutes Tough on Couples' Relationships

Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promise in Trial

Plastic Surgery Risks May Depend on More Than Age

Widely Used Heart Drugs Linked to Better Breast Cancer Outcomes

Cell Phones May Cause Brain Cancer, WHO Experts Say

Corticosteroids May Speed Pneumonia Recovery in Some

Dificid Approved to Treat C. diff Diarrhea

Flu Shot May Lower Odds for Preemie Delivery

Health Highlights: May 31, 2011

Health Tip: Overdoing Dieting or Exercise

Health Tip: Recognize Signs of Asperger Syndrome

Help Your Children Eat Well During Summer Vacation

In Diabetics, Good Scores on Bone Tests May Not Rule Out Risk

Parents Should Screen Kids' Summer Web Surfing: Expert

Psychotherapy Linked to Healthier Stress Hormone Levels

Solesta Gel Approved for Fecal Incontinence

Studies Refute Virus' Link to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Study Suggests Special MRI Might Help Diagnose Autism

Tie Between 'Biomarkers,' Disease Often Overstated, Scientists Say

Transplant Surgery No Riskier at Night: Study

U.S. Makes It Easier to Get Insurance With Pre-Existing Conditions

Violent Video Games Linked to Increased Aggression

Health Tip: Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Trigger Complications

Longer Maternity Leave Ups Breast-Feeding Rates

Native American Children Have More Tooth Decay

Pediatricians Group Raps Energy and Sports Drinks for Kids

Stress Doesn't Boost Risk for Multiple Sclerosis

Fatal Black Bear Attacks Rare But Rising

Take Steps to Prevent Pulmonary Embolisms

Don't Let Food Poisoning Spoil Your Picnic

What I Did On My Summer Vacation

Body Size May Influence How People View the World

Cigarette Packaging Still Too Alluring, Studies Find

Complexities of Autism Extend to Its Treatment

Early Intervention Holds Hope for Those Who Stutter

Gestational Diabetes Predictable Before Pregnancy, Experts Say

Have a Safe Barbeque This Memorial Day

Health Highlights: May 27, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Motion Sickness

Health Tip: Stay Healthy at College

It's Not Just Fat: Hip Bones Widen With Age, Too

Living With a Child With Autism

More Sleep May Cut Kids' Risk of Obesity

On-the-Job Activity Boosts Americans' Exercise Levels

Rheumatoid Arthritis May Double Risk of COPD

Scientists Discover 'Ultra-Bad' Cholesterol

Violence Doesn't Make TV Shows More Enjoyable for Kids

Weight Loss in Heavy, Obese Women Boosts Vitamin D Levels

Babies May Perform 'Pure Reasoning,' Study Suggests

Blind People May Be Able to Use Echoes to Identify Objects

Caffeine May Interfere With Fertility in Women

Experts Say Stroke Care Differs for U.S. Minorities

Health Highlights: May 26, 2011

Health Tip: Prevent Back Pain in the Car

Health Tip: Suggestions to Prevent Heat Rash

Lists of Prescription Meds' Side Effects Keep Growing: Study

New Drug Extends Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer

Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help Heart Patients With Stents

Scientists Appear One Step Closer to Reading Minds

Sedentary Jobs Helping to Drive Obesity Epidemic

Special Tinted Glasses May Stymie Migraines

Speed, Size Predict Teen Football Players' Rankings

Tracking Swine Flu Virus in Pigs Reveals Mutations

Trial Stopped After Niacin Brings No Benefit to Heart Patients

U.S. Southeast 'Stroke Belt' Also Shows Higher Rates of Cognitive Decline

Being 'Born-Again' Linked to More Brain Atrophy: Study

Capacity for Commitment May Start in Early Childhood

CDC Report Shows Bacterial Meningitis Cases on the Decline

Childhood Cancer Therapies Tied to Gastrointestinal Issues

Combo of Paxil, Pravachol May Raise Blood Sugar

Could 'Extreme' Low-Cal Diets Bring Longer, Healthier Life?

Daily Four-Drug Combo Pill Halves Heart Disease Risk: Study

'Fat Transfer' Gets Early Safety OK in Breast Reconstruction

Health Highlights: May 25, 2011

Health Tip: Prepare for Your Check-Up

Health Tip: Recognize the Signs of Food Allergy

Illegal Drugs Easy to Buy on the Internet, U.K. Study Finds

Scientists Find Molecular Similarities in Brains of Those With Autism

Skin Cancer Foes Declare May 27 'Don't Fry Day'

Stroke Patients May Regain Function Just as Easily at Home

Study Finds Almost 1 in 5 Young Adults Has High Blood Pressure

Study Finds Aspirin Still Best at Preventing 2nd Stroke

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