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 Risk of Death Persists After a Hip Fracture
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Older people who suffer a break up to eight times more likely to die, study finds
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Relief Sought for Secondary Parkinson's Symptoms
Post Date: 03/15/2010
New guidelines target erectile dysfunction, constipation and more
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Women's Chromosomes May Affect Blood Pressure
Post Date: 03/15/2010
The effect might be strongest after menopause, mouse study suggests
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Boosting Vitamin D Can Do a Heart Good
Post Date: 03/15/2010
In those with low levels to start, odds eased for diabetes, cardio woes, study found
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Lip Implants Using Neck Tissue Have Lasting Effects
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Study found the procedure improved appearance for two years
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Erectile Dysfunction Plus Heart Disease Raises Death Risk
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Study confirms that impotence is a risk factor for heart trouble
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Stem Cells Might One Day Treat Severe Asthma
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Mouse study suggests treatment aimed at immune system could work in humans
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Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers in the Millions and Rising
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Numbers have grown steadily since the 1990s; baby boomer epidemic predicted
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Siblings of Kids With Autism May Be Prone to Hyperactivity
Post Date: 03/15/2010
But it shouldn't affect mental health overall, study finds
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Freezing, Medicating Away a Dangerous Irregular Heart Rhythm
Post Date: 03/15/2010
New studies suggest promising new ways to ease atrial fibrillation
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Repeated Anesthesia May Hamper Children's Learning Ability
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Swedish researchers say loss of stem cells in the hippocampus could be to blame
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Aspirin Alone Works Best to Prevent Clots a Year After Stenting
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Adding Plavix didn't boost outcomes after 12 months, new study finds
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Driving With Early Alzheimer's May Be Ill-Advised
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Even a drive to the local store can end in getting lost, hurt, study finds
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Health Highlights: March 15, 2010
Post Date: 03/15/2010
- Boston Scientific Recalls Heart Defibrillators
- Mitral Valve Clip Effective: Study
- High Lead Levels in Some Indian Food Spices: Study
- Another Court Finds No Link Between Vaccines, Autism
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Clinical Trials Update: March 15, 2010
Post Date: 03/15/2010
- Adolescent Migraine
- Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (PNP)
- Heart Disease
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Combination Treatment May Help Depressed Alcoholics
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Taking antidepressant plus naltrexone improves odds of not drinking, researchers say
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Newer Genetic Test for Autism More Effective
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Study finds chromosomal microarray analysis detects more abnormalities
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Teen Girls Say Pink Camel in Cigarette Ads Caught Their Eye
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Study finds link between catchy ads and whether teens smoke
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Are Stock Market Woes Bad for the Heart?
Post Date: 03/15/2010
As economy wobbled, heart attacks seemed to rise, study suggests
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Marathoners Face Greater Risk of Artery Problems
Post Date: 03/15/2010
And this could lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, even death, study suggests
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Psoriasis Tied to Raised Heart Risk
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Skin ailment boosts odds for heart attack, stroke, and inflammation may be key, researchers say
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Many WTC Responders Show Signs of Heart Trouble
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Another study suggests that stress weighs heavily on the hearts of police, firefighters
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2 Drugs Fail to Prevent Diabetes in the Overweight
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Diovan, Starlix also had limited or no effect in shielding users from cardiovascular woes, study finds
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Intense Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Therapies Don't Help Type 2 Diabetics
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Study findings underscore the importance of exercise and proper nutrition, expert says
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More Evidence That Swings in Blood Pressure Raise Stroke Risk
Post Date: 03/15/2010
Findings could help spur change in how hypertension is treated, experts say
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Strides Seen in Orthopedic Surgery for Kids
Post Date: 03/14/2010
Repairing ACL, meniscus at same time is one advance, 'Tommy John' elbow reconstruction another
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Scans May Be Misleading for Hockey Players
Post Date: 03/14/2010
MRIs shouldn't take the place of a good clinical exam, study finds
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Hope for Inherited, Dangerously High Cholesterol
Post Date: 03/14/2010
New drug reduces LDL in people with rare genetic condition, researchers say
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Daylight Savings: Not a Bright Time for All
Post Date: 03/14/2010
People with SAD may be more affected by the shift in daylight, experts say
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There's More to Mona Lisa Than Her Smile
Post Date: 03/13/2010
Elusive expression is only part of her mysterious appeal, study suggests
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Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One
Post Date: 03/13/2010
Spotlight focuses on work-related risks during Save Your Vision month
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Air Pollution Slows Women's Marathon Times
Post Date: 03/13/2010
Men aren't significantly hindered, researchers say
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MRIs May Detect Hidden Tumors in Breast Cancer Patients
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Older women with cancer in one breast should have other one scanned, researchers say
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Is Kindness Contagious?
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Spirit of generosity multiplies and persists, researchers find
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U.S. Minorities Especially Vulnerable to Kidney Failure
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Study suggests that poverty and lack of insurance contribute to the problem
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Plavix Less Effective in Some Patients
Post Date: 03/12/2010
FDA calls for 'black box' warning to alert those who don't metabolize drug well
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Pelvic Artery Stent Approved
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Props open vessel that supplies blood to the legs
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Happy From Your Vacation? It Won't Last
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Most travelers return to their normal state of mind soon after they get back, study finds
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Bad Behavior in Youth Linked to Chronic Pain Later in Life
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Childhood response to stress could lead to lasting problems, researchers say
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Start Metformin Early for Best Results
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Study finds that diabetes drug works longer if started soon after diagnosis
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Knee Surgeon's Expectations May Differ From Yours
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Before getting replacement joint, have a frank talk with your doctor, researchers say
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Adding Garlic Might Cut Cancer Risk
Post Date: 03/12/2010
New test finds those who eat the most have lower levels of a disease-causing process
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Football Injuries More Likely on Certain Artificial Turf
Post Date: 03/12/2010
More players had ligament damage, ankle sprains than on natural grass, study shows
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Clinical Trials Update: March 12, 2010
Post Date: 03/12/2010
- Flu
- High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
- Osteoporosis in Females Over 65 Not Taking Hormone Therapy
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Health Highlights: March 12, 2010
Post Date: 03/12/2010
- Another Court Finds No Link Between Vaccines, Autism
- Infant Slings Linked to Deaths
- Settlement in Ground Zero Lawsuit
- Rudolph Bracelets Have High Levels of Cadmium: CPSC
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Papaya Could Be a Cancer Fighter
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Extract slows growth in lab cultures, researchers say
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'Pill' Won't Shorten Your Life: Study
Post Date: 03/12/2010
And it may even be beneficial, researchers find
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High-Impact Sports Might Not Harm Knee Replacements
Post Date: 03/12/2010
More active patients had better joint function, study found
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Obesity, Drinking a Double Threat to the Liver
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Combination increased chances of cirrhosis, studies found
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Variable Blood Pressure a New Stroke Risk Factor?
Post Date: 03/12/2010
Big ups and downs in readings may call for specific treatments, experts say
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