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Feb 09, 2010

Featured News

Medicare Cost-Saving Moves Can Backfire
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
Upping payments for bladder biopsies done in doctor's office boosted overall spending, study found.


Inflammatory Bowel Ups Risk for Blood Clots
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
Doctors should consider preventive measures, study suggests.


ICU Patients at Risk for Rare Heart Rhythm Problem
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 12:00
Experts warn of Torsade de Pointes in new scientific statement.


Drug May Ease Cognitive Effects of Huntington's
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 12:00
Small study reports improvement in thinking skills.


Tanning Bed Regulation Heats Up
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 12:00
FDA, lawmakers want to limit UV ray exposure, improve warning labels.


News Roundup

Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 9, 2010
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 10:30

'Third-Hand Smoke' Could Be Troublesome, Too
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 16:00
Tobacco residue may give rise to new pollutants indoors, chemists suggest.

Paxil Blocks Tamoxifen, Lowers Survival Odds Against Breast Cancer
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 06:00
Patients should avoid taking the two drugs together, researchers say.

Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 8, 2010
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 11:03

Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 16:00
Early death risk drops with use, but other factors may contribute, experts say.

Stem Cell Research Makes Another Advance
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 17:00
Using a new method, scientists reprogram adult cells to develop into myriad cell types.

Older Moms More Apt to Have Autistic Child
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 12:00
Dad's age didn't matter unless father was older, mom much younger, study found.

Soft Drinks Could Boost Pancreatic Cancer Risk
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Higher blood sugar, insulin levels might cause cells to divide abnormally, researchers say.

3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Eating together, limiting TV and getting enough sleep cut risk of obesity, study finds.

Beer for the Bones?
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 12:00
Beneficial silicon content varies from brew to brew, study finds.

Older Stroke Patients Are Getting Better Treatment
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 16:00
More get recommended therapies, study finds.

High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 16:00
Link seen in those with trouble organizing thoughts, but not memory loss.

Mediterranean Diet May Help Keep You Smarter
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 16:00
Study finds less damage to brain tissue when the regimen is followed.

Financial Woes Add Anxiety to Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 14:00
Low- and middle-income women might benefit from psychosocial support, researchers say.

Cleaning Agent Tied to Parkinson's in Study
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Trichloroethylene was widely used industrial solvent.

Handgrip Strength Helps Predict Death Risk in Elderly
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 12:00
As grip declines, so does survival, study finds.

Drug Cures Osteoporosis in Mice
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Experimental agent targets serotonin in the gut, triggering bone formation.

Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 06:00
Some people are programmed to age at a faster rate, study says.

Ski Helmets Encouraged for All
Sun Feb 07, 2010, 09:00
Head injuries reduced without harm to neck, researchers find.

Spectators Need to Prepare for Olympic Games, Too
Sat Feb 06, 2010, 09:00
Health experts urge travelers to take steps to prevent illness.

Health Highlights

Health Highlights: Feb. 9, 2010
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 09:47

Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2010
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 10:48

Health Highlights: Feb. 5, 2010
Fri Feb 05, 2010, 10:05

Health Highlights: Feb. 4, 2010
Thu Feb 04, 2010, 10:17

Health Highlights: Feb. 3, 2010
Wed Feb 03, 2010, 09:53

FDA

Xiaflex Approved for Rare Hand Condition
Wed Feb 03, 2010, 10:53
Dupuytren's contracture limits finger use

FYI

Health Tip: Getting Help for Neck Pain
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
When you should see a doctor

Health Tip: Protect Your Child at Day Care
Tue Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
Reduce the youngster's risk of illness

Health Tip: Spot Unsafe Playgrounds
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Equipment that could be dangerous

Health Tip: What's Behind Nasal Congestion
Mon Feb 08, 2010, 09:00
Things that can stuff up your nose

Health Tip: Getting Cardiac Rehabilitation
Fri Feb 05, 2010, 09:00
Who may need this type of therapy


Today's Top News Stories

Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 9, 2010 - Feb 09, 2010, 10:30

Medicare Cost-Saving Moves Can Backfire - Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
Upping payments for bladder biopsies done in doctor's office boosted overall spending, study found.

Inflammatory Bowel Ups Risk for Blood Clots - Feb 09, 2010, 09:00
Doctors should consider preventive measures, study suggests.

ICU Patients at Risk for Rare Heart Rhythm Problem - Feb 09, 2010, 12:00
Experts warn of Torsade de Pointes in new scientific statement.

Drug May Ease Cognitive Effects of Huntington's - Feb 09, 2010, 12:00
Small study reports improvement in thinking skills.







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