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Date: 07/30/2012
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Booze, Energy Drinks, Casual Sex Combo Common in College: Study

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researcher suspects caffeinated cocktails play a role in campus 'hook-up culture'

Scientists ID New Gene Linked to Vision Loss in Infants

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

18 genes now associated with Leber congenital amaurosis, a rare inherited retinal disease

Health Tip: Help Prevent Malnutrition in Seniors

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Offer healthy foods and snacks

Health Tip: Help Baby Develop Healthy Sleep Habits

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Try not to interfere with the infant's natural sleep patterns

Mental Abuse of Kids Leaves Lifelong Scars

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Frequent put-downs, tirades, threats may constitute psychological maltreatment

Health Highlights: July 30, 2012

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Ugandans Urged to Avoid Physical Contact as Ebola Kills 14 Recall Issued for Kitty Treats /div

Abandoning PSA Screening Could Cost Lives: Study

07/30/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Testing could save 17,000 men from advanced prostate cancer, researcher says

Scientists Uncover Gene Variation Linked to Melanoma

07/29/2012 01:00 PM EDT

'RAC1' mutation found in tumors on sun-exposed skin

Teething Baby? Avoid Benzocaine, FDA Says

07/29/2012 01:00 PM EDT

This over-the-counter anesthetic can lead to a deadly condition in children

Experts Offer Tips to Cut Kids' Screen Time During Summer

07/28/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Parents urged to limit the time children spend watching TV and playing video games

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Date: 07/27/2012
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Women May Fare Worse Than Men After Stroke

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Female patients report more problems with their physical and emotional health, study finds

Only 1 in 4 Americans With HIV Have Virus Under Control: CDC

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Blacks, younger patients least likely to have ongoing care

'Macho' Men Do Worse in Couples When the Woman Earns More

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Small study found men with less-traditional mindset had better-quality relationships

Health Tip: If You've Broken a Toe

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Visit your doctor, pronto

Health Tip: Why Some Seniors Can't Sleep

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Fewer 'sleep hormones' produced as we age

Health Highlights: July 27, 2012

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

WHO Official Says 23 Million Need AIDS Drugs As Olympics Begin, London Air Pollution Worst in Six Years Court Ruling Could Lead to Lower Drug Costs

What's That Symptom? Experts Warn of Self-Diagnosis Via the Web

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Many people prone to leap to worst-case conclusions when investigating own ailments, study finds

The Care and Feeding of Olympic Athletes

07/27/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Right combination of food and fluid can be critical to success

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Date: 07/26/2012
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Health Tip: Eat a Nutritious Breakfast

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Start the day by eating right

Could Gene Doping Be Part of Future Olympics?

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Technology reaching the point where some might try to enhance their performance genetically, experts say

Writing Using the Eyes Might Help Paralyzed Communicate

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Although still in development, technology may help people with ALS, other movement problems

Flu Cases From County Fair Traced to Pigs

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But this strain isn't very contagious, CDC says

Health Tip: Keep Your Child's Eczema at Bay

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Make the bathwater warm, not hot

Health Highlights: July 26, 2012

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Petition Calls for New FDA Rules on Painkillers Mexico Launches Large Poultry Vaccination Effort Ecstasy Linked to Memory Loss: Study Vaccine Protec

Body Language of Triumph Will Be on Display at Olympics

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

At the moment of victory, athletes raise their arms and grimace or yell, study shows

Certain Tick Bites Might Spur Red Meat Allergy

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

After exposure to Lone Star tick, some people must avoid red meat thereafter

Experimental Drug Suppresses Appetite in Mice: Study

07/26/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers say it might someday help humans lose weight

Lab-Grown Blood Vessels May Improve Heart Bypass

07/25/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers grow small vessels using stem cells from fat gathered through liposuction

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Date: 07/24/2012
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Health Highlights: July 24, 2012

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

MS Drug Raises Seizure Risk: FDA First U.S. Woman in Space Dies Alzheimer's Drug Shows No Benefit in Large Study New TB Therapy Shows Promise

Tudorza Pressair Approved for COPD

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Inhaler treats narrowed lung airways

Adding More Neurosurgeons Could Cut Traffic Deaths: Study

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death among people aged 34 and younger

Need to Get Walking More? Clip on a Pedometer

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Study found use of the device nearly doubled the time seniors spent strolling each week

Neglect May Harm Brain Growth in Children

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Moving to a more nurturing environment can partially restore some of the lost white matter, study suggests

Obese Kids May Be at Higher Risk for Heart Disease

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers found two of three already had one risk factor for cardiovascular trouble

Survey Finds Big Drop in Sexual Activity Among Black Teens

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But overall, U.S. teens of all racial, ethnic groups as sexually active as a decade ago

More Than a Third of Births 'Unintended': CDC

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

That number hasn't changed since the 1980s, government report finds

Medical Group Notes Key Elements of Well-Woman Exams

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Find out which screening, tests, counseling should be part of office visit

Health Tip: Snack Smartly

07/24/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Don't overdo it

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Date: 07/23/2012
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Health Tip: Buying Shoes for Your Child

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Start by making sure you always measure the feet

Health Tip: Do You Need a Day Off From Exercise?

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Some reasons why you should take a break

Parents of Severely Disabled Kids Say They Enrich Their Lives

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Families dealing with trisomy 13-18 face grim predictions, turn to online support, study found

Women With HIV May Not Have Higher Cervical Cancer Risk: Study

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

They had similar Pap, biopsy results to women not infected with virus

'Toe-Walking' More Common in Kids With Mental Woes: Study

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Many healthy children also adopt this stance, which can lead to posture problems, experts say

All HIV Patients Should Take Meds Early On, Experts Now Say

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

New guidelines reflect the improvements in antiretroviral therapy over last 25 years

Health Highlights: July 23, 2012

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Cargill Recalls Ground Beef Software Simulation of Entire Organism a First /div

Black American Men Have High Rates of HIV Infection: Study

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Instances of new infections rival rates in sub-Saharan Africa, researchers say

Pre-Season Fitness Not a Factor in Collegiate Sports Injury Risk

07/23/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But gender, type of sport played are, Canadian researchers report

Not All HIV Patients in U.S. Show Same Characteristics: Study

07/22/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Those born elsewhere more likely to have been infected through heterosexual sex

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Date: 07/20/2012
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Biology Leaves Gay Men Highly Vulnerable to HIV: Study

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Virus transmits much more easily via anal intercourse, research shows

Older Americans See Better Today, Study Finds

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Improved cataract surgery techniques, less smoking may be reasons why

Health Highlights: July 20, 2012

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

European Approval of Gene Therapy Would be a First 'Polypill' Could Slash Heart Attack, Stroke Rates: Study /div

Childhood Abuse Linked to Diabetes, Heart Disease in Middle-Aged Women

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Study found victims twice as likely to have high blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol

The Health Benefits, and Risks, of Alcohol

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Moderate consumption may help the heart, but perils also exist

Alcohol Poses Serious Risks for Those With Diabetes

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

If you drink, diabetes association recommends having a snack at the same time

Simple Measures May Curb Excessive Weight Gain in Pregnancy

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

A walking program and healthy meal plan kept moms-to-be from gaining extra pounds during study

Health Tip: Is My Blood Glucose Too Low?

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Warning signs of hypoglycemia

Health Tip: Check Yourself for Ticks

07/20/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Use a mirror to check hard-to-see places

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Date: 07/19/2012
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Health Highlights: July 19, 2012

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

'Polypill' Could Slash Heart Attack, Stroke Rates: Study Oregon Man Upbeat After Surviving Black Plague 8 Million People Worldwide Have Access to HIV Drugs/

Disabled Americans Battle for Access to Hotel Pools

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Government mandate to retrofit public pools for the disabled has become a hot dispute with the hotel industry

Scientists Map Genomes of One Man's Sperm

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

The pioneering work reveals clues to fertility, how DNA is mixed and passed on

1 in 13 Pregnant Women Drink, CDC Says

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Binge drinking also a problem among a small minority of moms-to-be, new study finds

Health Tip: Rules for the Pool

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Don't let anyone swim alone.

Stressful Jobs Linked to Heart Woes in Women

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Heart attack risk is higher when women have demanding jobs, lack decision-making opportunities

Ahead of AIDS Conference, New Reasons for Hope

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Experts say headway has been made in prevention and treatment, but challenges remain

Kids' Sexual Behavior Influenced by Movie Scenes: Study

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Watching films with sexual content at 12 to 14 linked to risky 'sensation-seeking' personality

2 New Weight-Loss Drugs Won't Reverse U.S. Obesity Crisis

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Proper nutrition, exercise are key factors that must be part of any diet plan, health experts say

Health Tip: Bring Baby Back to a Safe Home

07/19/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Here's a brief checklist

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Date: 07/18/2012
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Sugary Drinks Not Replacing Milk as Kids Age: Study

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Children consume more sweetened beverages each day, but also keep drinking milk, 100% fruit juice

Home-Based Care Teams Offer Help for Those With Dementia

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Coordinated effort boosts quality of life, delays need for nursing home, study finds

Reducing Ozone Limits Would Save Lives, Report States

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Up to 2,480 deaths could have been averted if current standard was met, researchers say

Alcohol May Not Be Kind to the Aging Brain

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Studies suggest potential problems, like memory issues, but don't prove a link

Adding Vitamin B12 to Standard Drugs Might Help Fight Hepatitis C

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Small study suggests a benefit, but experts are more cautious about the results

Health Highlights: July 18, 2012

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Annual Report Ranks Mass. General as Top Hospital in U.S. U.S. Produce Testing Program Faces Uncertain Future /div

Alzheimer's Drug Shows Promise in Early Trial

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Experimental agent similar to medicines already used to ease symptoms, but more study needed

Health Tip: Protect Kids From Lead Exposure

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Watch for chipping paint if your home was built before 1978

Health Tip: Help Prevent Low Blood Sugar

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Watch for symptoms of hypoglycemia

Inactivity May Kill as Many Worldwide as Smoking: Report

07/18/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Lack of exercise linked to cancer, diabetes and heart disease, which cause about 10% of deaths worldwide

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Health Highlights: July 17, 2012

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Annual Report Ranks Mass. General as Top Hospital in U.S. U.S. Produce Testing Program Faces Uncertain Future California Sues Companies Over High Lead Levels

U.S. Doctors Embracing Electronic Health Records: Survey

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Over half have such a system, and another quarter plan to use one in the coming year

11 Countries Now Restrict Indoor Tanning Before Age 18

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

The trend is due to growing evidence of a link with melanoma skin cancer, experts note

Alzheimer's Treatment Shows Promise in Small, 3-Year Trial

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

However, findings on immune-based drug therapy are preliminary, experts say

Health Tip: Don't Neglect Oral Hygiene During Pregnancy

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Brush and floss regularly

Health Tip: Heed the Warning Signs of Heat Exhaustion

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Including weakness and dizziness

Sodium Buildup in Brain Linked to Disability in MS Patients

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Those with advanced-stage multiple sclerosis have high levels of the mineral, study says

Incontinence Affects Young Childless Women, Too

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Nearly 13 percent reported the condition in Australian study

Weight-Loss Surgery May Not Cut Medical Costs: Study

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But return on investment isn't the point in evaluating medical procedures, expert says

Japan Nuke Disaster Will Kill Up to 1,300 People Worldwide, Study Estimates

07/17/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Most fatalities, tied to radiation, will occur in Japan, Stanford scientists predict

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Poor Sleep May Age Your Brain

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Inadequate shuteye associated with mental decline in four new studies

Plastics Chemical in Dental Fillings Might Affect Children's Behavior: Study

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But research could not prove bisphenol-A (BPA) caused the subtle changes

Large Breasts Can Take Mental, Physical Toll on Teens

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Research shows some girls with the condition have physical pain, lower self-esteem

Preschool TV Habits Linked to 4th-Grade Waist Size, Fitness

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Youngsters who watched more TV had bigger bellies, lower muscular fitness levels, study finds

Health Tip: Protect Your Feet

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Avoid walking barefoot

Health Tip: Keep Cool in Extreme Heat

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Drink plenty of water and wear light clothing

Playing Several Sports Keeps Kids Slimmer: Study

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Walking or biking to school can help, too

Child Abuse Rises When Economy Sags: Study

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Risk is highest in families losing their homes

Every 3 Years Is Best for Stomach Cancer Tests: Study

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But those with family history should be screened more often

Health Highlights: July 16, 2012

07/16/2012 01:00 PM EDT

FDA Conducted Surveillance Operation Against Scientists Consumers Should Avoid Mexicali Cheese Corp. Products: FDA /div

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Common Hip Disorder May Raise Risk for Sports Hernia

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Doctors who observe groin pain in athletes should check for the condition, researcher says

Police Work Takes Heavy Health Toll: Study

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Daily stress, night shift contribute to officers' increased risk for chronic illnesses

Phobic Anxiety May Link to Premature Aging

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

But the association doesn't prove that stress causes your chromosomes to deteriorate, researchers say

20% of U.S. Women Uninsured in 2010, Up From 15% in 2000: Report

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

While study authors say Affordable Care Act should fix many problems, not everyone agrees

Annual Report on U.S. Kids' Health a Mixed Bag

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

There are fewer infant deaths and preterm births, but more kids live in poverty, government finds

Health Tip: Use Caution Before Giving Cough Medicine to Kids

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Make sure the pediatrician approves

Health Tip: When You Fire Up That Grill

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Be sure to follow these safety tips

Health Highlights: July 13, 2012

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

New Database Will Speed Response to Foodborne Illness Outbreaks Salmonella Illness Tied to Baby Chicks Hits People in 26 States Propecia Reported to Cause Lo

Obesity Alone May Not Hurt Kids' Classroom Performance

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Study suggests that socioeconomic, genetic factors have greater effect

Weight-Loss Keys: Food Journals, Eating In, Not Skipping Meals

07/13/2012 01:00 PM EDT

'Ladies who lunch' in restaurants lost the least weight in study

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Health Highlights: July 12, 2012

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Drug Dispensing by Doctors Boosts Costs Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. Receiving Treatment for Mood Disorder Billions Pledged for Family Planning in Developin

'Beige' Fat Joins Brown Fat as Potential Weight-Loss Target

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

These cells, a combination of white and brown fat, may ramp up weight loss, scientists say

BPA Substitute Lurks in Paper Money, Receipts

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

BPS is replacing more well-known toxin, but may come with dangers of its own, experts say

Home Elder Care: Buyer, Beware

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Scant background checks of aides often leave frail elderly vulnerable, researchers say

Exercise, Meditation Can Beat Back Cold, Flu, Study Finds

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Researchers report that both also appear to cut down on sick time and sick days at work

Money Woes Weaken the Institution of Marriage: Study

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Poverty, alcohol and drugs -- not lack of values -- affect whether people get married or divorced

Surge Seen in Concussions Among College Football Players

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Changes in NCAA reporting rules may have contributed to rise, researchers say

Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke Exposure

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Stay inside and try to keep indoor air clean

Health Tip: Is Your Home Air Polluted?

07/12/2012 01:00 PM EDT

EPA offers these hints

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Health Highlights: July 11, 2012

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Climate Change Boosts Risk of Weather Extremes: Study Republicans Continue Attack on Health Reform Law Deadly Illness in Cambodia Caused by Mix of Pathogens

Ladies, Drink to Your (Bone) Health

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Alcohol may help prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, researchers say

Diet, Weight Loss Ease Menopause Symptoms: Study

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Large trial shows night sweats, hot flashes were reduced or eliminated with low-fat dieting

Drive-Through Flu Shot a Safe Bet: Study

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Fears of fainting, car crashes unfounded, researchers found

Health Tip: Poor Air Quality Affects Kids With Asthma

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

You should limit their time outside

Health Tip: Help Prevent Drowning

07/11/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Always swim with a buddy

Cell-Based 'Tracking Devices' Might Help Monitor Treatments

07/10/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Following trail of tiny iron filings, docs might observe heart changes, stem-cell treatments

Quitting Smoking Does Mean Weight Gain for Many: Study

07/10/2012 01:00 PM EDT

European researchers find extra pounds mount up in first year, but say health benefits still outweigh such concerns

Dutch Euthanasia Rates Unchanged After Legalization

07/10/2012 01:00 PM EDT

Deeper examination of process involved is necessary, medical-ethics expert notes

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