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Health News Center
Nov 10, 2009
Featured News
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News Roundup |
Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 9, 2009
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 09:47
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Depression
- Pediatric ADHD
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Cataract Surgery Doesn't Worsen Macular Degeneration: Study
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 16:00
Link likely due to fact that both eye conditions are age-related, researchers say. |
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Dense Breasts Raise Risk of Cancer Recurrence
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 14:00
Study didn't answer question of why this is so, however. |
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Scientists Grow New Penile Tissue in the Lab
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 16:00
Rabbits implanted with new cells regained sexual function, study says.
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Breast Cancer Drugs May Fight Cervical Cancer, Too
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 17:00
Study in mice reports success with drugs that inhibit estrogen.
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Obesity Seems to Alter Heart Structure
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 17:00
Result may be left atrial enlargement, study finds. |
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Handwriting Skills May Lag in Kids With Autism
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 16:00
Therapy to improve letter formation could boost self-esteem, researchers say. |
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Hot-Tub Injuries on the Rise
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 09:00
One-quarter of those hurt are under 16, researchers say. |
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Brain Stimulation May Ease Treatment-Resistant Depression
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 14:00
Small study reports some people went from incapacitated to working again.
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Depressed and Pregnant? Flu Shot May Be Needed
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 12:00
Symptoms of seasonal flu could be severe in this group of women, study finds. |
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Rx for Fall Foot Injuries
Sun Nov 08, 2009, 09:00
Ignoring pain now can take you out of the game later, doctors say. |
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Good Posture May Inspire Confidence
Sun Nov 08, 2009, 12:00
Straight-back, chest-out position promotes self-assurance, research finds. |
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Bad-Behaving Teens May Be Living Up to Expectations
Sat Nov 07, 2009, 09:00
Parents should not assume that all youth will rebel, expert says. |
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Binge Drinking Puts the Brain, and Life Itself, at Risk
Sat Nov 07, 2009, 09:00
Colleges fight back to stem a growing problem across the U.S. |
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Most Who Want Swine Flu Shot Can't Get It
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 16:00
CDC says 38 million doses now available, with 8 million more due next week. |
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Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 6, 2009
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 10:57
- Stress and Cognition
- Constipation
- High Blood Pressure
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Can a Bad Boss Make You Sick?
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 12:00
Study ties poor supervisors to higher odds for heart attack. |
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Wood Fires Can Harm the Youngest Lungs
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 14:00
Exposed infants more susceptible to bronchiolitis, study finds. |
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Thyroid Cancer Higher in Volcanic Areas
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 09:00
Study finds exposure to toxic compounds may explain the increased cases. |
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Health Fears Are Nothing to Sneeze At
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 09:00
After witnessing a sneeze, people worry more about flu, heart attacks, accidents and crime, study finds.
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Health Highlights
Health Highlights: Nov. 9, 2009
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 09:43
- HIV/AIDS Leading Killer of Childbearing Age Women: WHO
- Needle-Exchange Funding Bill Criticized
- Assess School Food Safety: Lawmaker
- Teen Who Fled Treatment Now Cancer-Free
- FDA Issues Warning Letters to Flavored Cigarette Sellers
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Health Highlights: Nov. 6, 2009
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 12:52
- FDA Issues Warning Letters To Flavored Cigarette Sellers
- Pet Treats May Be Salmonella-Tainted: FDA
- Democrat Predicts Passage of House Health Reform Bill
- Immunity Claims Coming Off Cereal Boxes: Kellogg
- FDA Warns About Sexual Enhancement Product
- Doctors' Deal With Coke Sparks Outrage
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Health Highlights: Nov. 5, 2009
Thu Nov 05, 2009, 10:05
- Democrat Predicts Passage of House Health Reform Bill
- Immunity Claims Coming Off Cereal Boxes: Kellogg
- FDA Warns About Sexual Enhancement Product
- Doctors' Deal With Coke Sparks Outrage
- Obesity Linked to Cancer
- U.S. Hospital Deaths Cost $20 Billion in 2007: Report
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Health Highlights: Nov. 4, 2009
Wed Nov 04, 2009, 10:03
- U.S. Hospital Deaths Cost $20 Billion in 2007: Report
- Recalled Dietary Supplements May Contain Steroids
- BPA in Canned Foods Cause For Concern, Group Says
- Breast Cancer May Change When It Spreads: Study
- Tests Can Detect Early Dementia: Study
- Cereal's 'Immunity' Claim Outrages Experts
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Health Highlights: Nov. 3, 2009
Tue Nov 03, 2009, 10:06
- Tests Can Detect Early Dementia: Study
- Cereal's 'Immunity' Claim Outrages Experts
- FDA Rejects Cholesterol Drug Application
- Diabetes Drug Label to Address Safety Concerns: FDA
- Recalled Ground Beef Possibly Tied to Two Deaths
- Chronic Stress Triggers Bad Eating Habits: Study
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FYI
Health Tip: Recording Your Child's Medical History
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 09:00
Suggestions for what to track |
Health Tip: Keep Your Lungs Healthy
Mon Nov 09, 2009, 09:00
Here are some suggestions |
Health Tip: What's Behind Hip Bursitis?
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 09:00
Some common causes
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Health Tip: Follow Directions When Taking Medication
Fri Nov 06, 2009, 09:00
Here's what can happen if you don't |
Health Tip: Triggering Abdominal Bloating
Thu Nov 05, 2009, 09:00
Some typical causes |
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Today's Top News Stories | | Doctors Spending More Time Now With Patients - Nov 09, 2009, 16:00 Quality of care increases with longer doctor visits, researchers add. | | To Feel Better, Low-Fat Diet May Be Best - Nov 09, 2009, 16:00 Comparison of plans finds differences in mood despite similar weight loss. | | Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 9, 2009 - Nov 09, 2009, 09:47
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Depression
- Pediatric ADHD
| | No Gender Gap Found for Clot-Busting Drug - Nov 09, 2009, 17:00 Plavix helped men and women almost equally, study finds.
| | Sinus Rinses May Do More Harm Than Good - Nov 09, 2009, 12:00 Researchers find long-term risks, but not all agree. |
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