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Overuse of MP3 players is the likely cause, a leading expert suggests
But expert notes several key differences in two spills
Producer says there have been laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella enteritidis
Producer says there have been laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella enteritidis
That idea is not so far-fetched, say scientists who now have possible targets for therapy
Preparation can improve your health and save you money, consumer experts say
Teetotalers' lower survival partly explained by other health, social issues, study found
Those with inherited susceptibility to overweight urged to get moving, researchers say
Even healthy ones can run into trouble with too much use, researchers say
Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found
Study shows promise, but experts say questions remain, including issues of viral resistance
Finding is good news for first-line treatment in Africa, researchers say
Study found drinking associated with increase in hormone receptor-positive cancers
They may believe their memory is as good as non-alcoholics, but tests show otherwise
More must be done to curb the use of the procedure, which comes with risks, experts say
Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds many don't know what's in -- and not in -- the new legislation
How a person's emotions motivate them seems to influence behavior, researchers say
U.S. research finds no improvement in infection rates during trial
Ob-gyn group says action will prevent infections and not harm newborns
Experts tell you what you need to know in the wake of a massive recall
If healthy lifestyle doesn't prevent the condition, surgery is 95 percent successful, eye doctors say
Taking simple steps during summer sports can prevent potentially fatal illness, athletic trainer says
Mother's brain may be wired to 'goo' and 'coo,' research suggests
Variations in sound impair brain's ability to retain information, researcher explains
Four factors keep students from shouldering a too-heavy load
Study suggests quitting smoking, exercising, losing weight can cut their frequency
Millions of bats have died over the last 4 years from 'white-nose syndrome,' research shows
Long-term study finds higher risk with regular brew, but not light beer or wine
Kids without siblings just as popular as others, U.S. research shows
They greatly increased risk of dying from stroke, heart attack, South Korean researchers found
Levels of 3 proteins might point to impending trouble and someday help with diagnosis, treatment
They improved vision without side effects, small study found
Mice trained to zero in on infected duck feces in USDA experiment
Bran extracts could be added to food, beverages, and provide a natural colorant, scientists say
Even with sun exposure, levels were deficient in this vulnerable group, researchers say
The majority of youth players are not hurt intentionally, researchers say
Daily annoyances more apt to irk those who didn't get along with father, researchers say
20 bottles of some types needed to get the polyphenols of one home-brewed cup, study finds
Study in monkeys could lead to treatments for vulnerable kids
Other major risk factors include obesity and diabetes, study shows
Another study shows that not all tumors are alike, pointing to better treatments
Women who opted for the bottle had double the odds for the illness later, study found
A stuffy head is no reason to avoid mild exercise, expert says
A rat study suggests too little sleep has effects similar to that of total sleep deprivation
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say
Forty groups say typical 30-hour shifts need to be cut to 16 to avoid medical errors
The wider the variety consumed by smokers, the greater the benefit, study suggests
African study in sight- and hearing-impaired people suggests it might, even if through placebo effect
Similar to tennis elbow, painless growth appears to be instance of overuse
Mortality ranged from an annual low of 3,300 to a high of 49,000 during last 30 years
Walking uphill, over low obstacles may help Fido stay flexible, study shows
No higher risk of death, complications when they worked unsupervised, research found
Positive samples turn up at Iowa farms involved in outbreak
Adolescent boys most likely to be hurt, researcher says
Readings should be done at the same time in woman's cycle, researchers say
Biological clock genes affected by too much alcohol, researchers report
Microbes at sub-tropical beaches can cause stomach, respiratory problems, study finds
Multiple Sclerosis Hepatitis C Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Parkinson's Disease Opioid Induced Constipation (OIC)Type 2 Diabetes
Rheumatoid ArthritisPost Shingles PainPediatric Acne (Ages 9-11)
Alzheimer's Disease Ardea Gout Asthma (Ages 18-55)
Healthy Cholesterol LevelsMenstrual MigraineInvestigational Anti-HIV Drug
DepressionOveractive BladderCOPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Influenza (Flu)Smoking Cessation with Major Depressive DisorderAsthma
LupusHeartburnTinnitus
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) Overactive Bladder (OAB)Gout
Memory LossEpilepsyHot Flashes
Iron-Deficiency Anemia High CholesterolChronic Low Back Pain
Overweight VolunteersUlcerative ColitisHepatitis C
TinnitusHot Flashes (Postmenopausal Women)Daily Aspirin Use
Osteoarthritis of the KneeSchizophreniaDepression
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Prostate Cancer Related Pain Type 2 Diabetes
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Depression Menstrual Migraine
MigraineIrritable Bowel SyndromeAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
High Cholesterol Low Male Testosterone Levels Depression
Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (Females Age 40-65)Depression and Physical PainIrritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
Insomnia Opioid Induced Constipation High Blood Pressure and Diabetes
Metastatic Colorectal CancerAspirin Use with Risk of UlcerRestless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)Healthy VolunteersChronic Pain
InsomniaIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Healthy Volunteers (Ages 18-55)
GoutFibromyalgiaType 2 Diabetes
Alzheimer's Disease Pediatric Acne (Ages 9-11) COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Chronic Pain Overactive Bladder (OAB)Atrial Fibrillation
Type 2 Diabetes Alzheimer's DiseaseRheumatoid Arthritis
Prior history of blood flow problems, diabetes, narrowed arteries raises odds, study finds
Study found adding it to medications lessened symptoms
Even slight dip in temperature raises odds in following weeks, study finds
Tablet cuts the needed pre-procedure liquid intake in half, study says
Growing up in environments where males outnumber females linked to 3 months less life span
Pediatrician group issues new guidelines for sport-related head injuries
Psychiatric condition drives desire for procedures but patients often remain unsatisfied, study finds
Early study suggests it might, but that's no reason to imbibe heavily, experts say
People who drank two glasses prior to eating dropped more pounds, study found
Eliminating depression and diabetes, consuming more fruit and vegetables could reduce new cases by 21 percent, researchers say
Efforts at prevention should take societal patterns into account, research suggests
Primarily those with neurological disorders
Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says
Study finds 10% increase in mortality with every additional hour between call, treatment
Small study shows "no clear clinical benefit" but warrants further research, scientists say
Professional evaluation, education over 4 months seems especially helpful for caregivers, study finds
Improving patients' coping skills may speed recovery, researchers suggest
Air test allows investigators to detect bodies buried beneath concrete, scientists say
Findings reflect those of population studies in humans, researchers say
While researchers saw no rise in deaths, some experts wonder if this drug has a future
Team found evidence of two animal bones that had been marked by eating tools
Go feet first in shallow or unfamiliar waters, experts say
Erroneous fear that finasteride spurs more aggressive tumors has left some physicians wary, research shows
Survey found agnostics, atheists almost twice as likely to make choices that hasten end of life
Physicians often mistaken about patients' beliefs, feelings about their illness
Some see yearning for a cure for a chronic illness as counterproductive
Mutation may be similar in both species, study suggests
Finding may eventually help scientists better understand inherited physical traits in humans
Adhering to recommended routine reduced aches, boosted strength, researchers found
Walking farther for meals seems to keep freshmen slimmer, study finds
And higher-dose aspirin is no more effective than low dose, researchers say
But experts question whether high cost of treatment can be justified
'Dysphagia' significantly impacts hospital resources and patient outcomes, researchers say
Lifestyle changes can help stave off arthritis, surgery, doctor says
Feds advise shoring up homes, storing water and food, and monitoring radio, TV
Feds advise residents to shore up homes, store water and food, and monitor radio, TV for info on risks and evacuation
1 year after procedure, 17% have more pain and 24% have less vitality than before, study finds
Experts say findings should prompt FDA to remove warning label on medications
Levels of depression and anxiety still high at least 2 years after escaping abusive relationship, study finds
2007 data shows many families with private insurance still can't get adequate pediatric care
Comparison of paintings shows bigger helpings over time, researchers say
But don't gain weight to protect your eyes, experts say
Being told there was a 75% chance of getting drug spurred neurochemical response: study
Contrave combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction drug
Health experts say it has potential to greatly improve treatment of the respiratory disease
Virus will most likely return but not be any more virulent, they add
Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say
2,000 IU daily led to less arterial stiffness in those with vitamin deficiency
But simple steps can help prevent retinopathy, experts say
Description of factors linked to severe myopia could lead to improved treatments, researchers say
Nearly 2,000 reports of salmonella infections in people in about 22 states
More than 100 problems identified so far, agency says
Agency official cites 'failure to manage waste' at sources of salmonella outbreak
Advocates say cool, minty taste masks harsh chemicals, lures kids, minorities to take up smoking
Meridia shouldn't be used by those with history of heart problems, agency says
But as liquor advertising drops, beer promotions soar
People who view pets as 'children' tend to have city background, study finds
Program that rewarded fast report turnaround cut delays, researchers found
Protects against three strains predicted to be most prevalent
Always check with a doctor, dietician before taking supplements, she advises
Label readers consume fewer calories, less saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, study finds
Podiatrists detect conditions that might lead to limb loss, experts say
University offers helpful advice to ease transition for students and their parents
Seychelles warblers pair up for life, but females often go elsewhere to sire their young, research shows
Ivermectin may offer alternative for hard-to-treat infestations, study shows
U.S.-born doctors who trained abroad had worst record of all, study finds
Quality programs can boost their mental health, study finds
95% require expensive diagnostic imaging, study finds
Researchers report that eight-week program reaped big rewards among kindergarteners
Male, female patients taking painkillers have different reasons for misuse, researchers find
Plus, fewer deaths seen in group taking no-brand-name diuretics after 8 to 13 years
Two teams report on role chromosome 9 seems to play in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
People eager to be screened should see a qualified genetic counselor first, experts warn
But researchers caution any possible clinical application is many years away
British case supports using Relenza in this as-yet-unapproved form, experts say
Popular supplement doesn't prevent loss of cartilage in knee, study finds
More study needed to clarify role that diet plays in development of the disease, researchers say
Docs need to look for evidence of toxicity among clean-up workers and others in coastal communities
Heightened surveillance needed in case stronger strain emerges, researchers warn
Just one shot should shield against multiple strains, agency says
Motions used while speaking may reveal what the person is really thinking, research shows
Less screening, later diagnosis among black patients, researchers found
Tax credits, new options will leave more employees insured, Commonwealth Fund study says
Denge Fever Vaccine Ready For Clinical StudyBrain Wired Like Internet: StudyH1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic Over: WHO
WHO Swine Flu Panel Included Members With Drug Industry TiesFew Non-Urgent Patients in ERs: StudyComputer Test May Detect Autism in Adults: Study
California Lawsuit Targets Bounce Houses With High Lead LevelsSeizure Drug Can Cause Aseptic Meningitis: FDAFresh Express Recalls Mixed Salad Product
Take Statins With Junk Food, UK Experts SuggestDiabetes Involved In About 20 Percent of HospitalizationsChina Improving Food and Drug Safety: FDAFrozen Fruit Pulp Linked To Typhoid Fever Outbreak: FDACalifornia Lawsuit Targets Bounce Houses With High Lead Levels
FDA Wants to Revoke Approval Of Low Blood Pressure DrugTake Statins With Junk Food, U.K. Experts SuggestDiabetes Involved In About 20 Percent of Hospitalizations
Possible Link Between Athletes' Head Injuries and Lou Gehrig's Disease: StudyLily Halts Development of Alzheimer's DrugCancer a Major Economic Issue: ReportBeing Youngest in Class May Lead to ADHD Misdiagnosis
Low Levels of Income, Education Increase Women's Diabetes Risk: StudyPossible Link Between Athletes' Head Injuries and Lou Gehrig's Disease: StudyLily Halts Development of Alzheimer's DrugCancer a Major Economic Issue: Report
Movie Smoking Ups Teens' Risk Of Starting the Habit: StudyLow Levels of Income, Education Increase Women's Diabetes Risk: StudyPossible Link Between Athletes' Head Injuries and Lou Gehrig's Disease: Study
U.S. Health Care Law Raises Constitutional Issues: JudgeHealth Care Reform Will Save Medicare Hundreds of Billions: White House AnalysisAltered Herpes Virus May Fight Head and Neck Cancer: StudyFDA Approves 1st Embryonic Stem Cell Trial Using PatientsStudy Pinpoints Cells Linked to Prostate Cancer
Parkinson's Drug May Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Events: FDAFDA Panel Endorses Antidepressant for Back PainBaseball Pitcher Roger Clemens Denies Steroid UseDrug Company Letter About Avandia Misleading: U.S.
Judge Calls Halt to Obama Policy to Expand Stem Cell ResearchDoctors Puzzled Over Muscle Damage to Oregon Football PlayersWhite House to Revise New Medical Privacy RulesDrugs Protect Monkeys Against Ebola, Marburg VirusesMental Woes Still Trouble Kids Displaced By Katrina: Study
'Tootsie Tanner' Radiation Can Harm Skin, Eyes: FDA380,000 Pounds of Deli Meats RecalledJoint Replacement Company Warned About Illegal Marketing: FDADoctors Puzzled Over Muscle Damage to Oregon Football Players
Traffic Crashes Cost $99 Billion Annually: ReportMillions Of Seniors May Have To Change Medicare Drug Plans: AnalysisMr. Magic Male Enhancer Capsules Pose Health Risk: FDAFDA Issues Proposed Guidelines For Restaurant Nutrition LabelingFDA Not Backing Vaccine That Protects Hens in UK from Salmonella: Report'Tootsie Tanner' Radiation Can Harm Skin, Eyes: FDA
Company Recalls Two Hip Replacement SystemsSeniors Face Large Drug Cost Increases: ReportEpidurals During Labor Protect Muscles: StudyFDA Warns About TimeOut CapsulesTraffic Crashes Cost $99 Billion Annually: Report
Lower U.S. Birth Rate May Be Linked To RecessionNarcolepsy, Swine Flu Vaccine Link Under Investigation>Typhoid Fears Spur Recall of Frozen Mamey Fruit BarsTwo Superbug Gene Cases Reported In AustriaFirst U.S. Face Transplant Patient Doing Well After Final Surgery
7 Hours Of Sleep Optimal For Heart Health: StudyBreast Milk Sugars Support Beneficial Gut Bacteria In InfantsGulf Oil Spill Triggers Major Stress: Survey
Ground Beef Recalled Due to E. coli: USDANew Test Helps Determines Need For CaesareanAppeals Court Rejects Vaccine Link to Autism
Obama Administration Appeals Judge's Order Banning Stem Cell ResearchCough Medicine Ingredient May Get New Restrictions: FDADiabetes Top Reason for Vietnam Vets' Health ClaimsRestaurant Portions Too Large: StudySupport for Health Care Law Declines: Poll
Loving Siblings Help Shield Against Depression: StudyLarge Drop In Heart Bypass Surgery Deaths: U.S. ReportIams and Eukanuba Dry Dog Foods RecalledNew Rules Would Improve Medical Device Safety: FDA7 Hours Of Sleep Optimal For Heart Health: Study
Women Want Sexy Clothes When Ovulating: StudyHealth Care Reform Extends Medicare Fund: ReportGroups Defend Guidelines for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer'sLoving Siblings Help Shield Against Depression: StudyLarge Drop In Heart Bypass Surgery Deaths: U.S. Report
1 Million Pounds of Ground Beef RecalledAmerica's First Test Tube Baby is Now a MomU.S. Panel Warns Against Australian-Made Flu Shot for Young ChildrenWomen Want Sexy Clothes When Ovulating: Study
Liposuction Now Leading Plastic Surgery In U.S.: StudyMeningitis Risk Influenced By Certain Genes: ResearchersScientists Regrow Spinal Cord Nerve Cells In Mice1 Million Pounds of Ground Beef Recalled
FDA Wants to Tighten Tanning Bed RegulationsNew Bone Marrow Transplant Technique Promising: StudyFDA Warns of Counterfeit Alli Weight-Loss DrugDoctor Accused of Faking Painkiller Studies
Some VA Hospitals to Get OK for Medical MarijuanaFunding Cuts Could Harm AIDS Fight: ExpertsMeat Linked to Weight Gain: StudyMany States Cutting Programs for Elderly and Disabled
White House OKs Limited Enrollment Periods For Children's Health InsuranceMajor Differences Between States In Rates Of UninsuredCost Of Treating Back Problems Doubles Over 10 Years: ReportMajor Food Safety Violations At Many U.S. StadiumsBPA Found On Cash Register Receipts: Study
Disciplinary Lapses Tied To High Rate Of Army Suicides: ReportCubicin Antibiotic Linked To Pneumonia: FDASupport Increases For New Health Care Law: PollWhite House OKs Limited Enrollment Periods For Children's Health Insurance
FDA Approves 1st Embryonic Stem Cell Trial Using PatientsStudy Pinpoints Cells Linked to Prostate CancerLouisiana Reopens Some Gulf of Mexico Fishing GroundsUSDA Reviewing Chicken Labeling RulesFrozen Mice Used as Snake Food Linked to Salmonella Oubreak
Heartburn Drug's Name Changed To Prevent Errors: FDAFDA to Discuss Insulin Pump RecallsUSDA Ignored Slaughterhouse Safety Violations: TestimonyPopular Fish Oil Products Contain PCBs: LawsuitAlzheimer's Hope Fails in Drug Trial
Tests Can Detect Early Dementia: StudyCereal's 'Immunity' Claim Outrages ExpertsFDA Rejects Cholesterol Drug ApplicationDiabetes Drug Label to Address Safety Concerns: FDARecalled Ground Beef Possibly Tied to Two DeathsChronic Stress Triggers Bad Eating Habits: Study
Michael Douglas Says He'll Beat Throat CancerOregon Children Least Likely To Be Hospitalized For AsthmaBotox Maker Pays $600 Million To Settle Marketing InvestigationObama Administration Appeals Judge's Order Banning Stem Cell ResearchCough Medicine Ingredient May Get New Restrictions: FDA
Poor U.S. Economy Affects Blood DonationsSwine Flu Shots May Come Earlier; New Flu Drug Shows PromiseDrug-Resistant Bacteria Found at 5 Washington Beaches
Double Hand Transplant Patient Doing 'Fantastic'Study Questions Cleanliness Of Home KitchensMichael Douglas Says He'll Beat Throat CancerOregon Children Least Likely To Be Hospitalized For Asthma
Tylenol Maker Recalls Some Products for KidsFDA Advisers Back New OxyContin PillObesity Could Become Leading Cause of Cancer in Women: StudyFDA Requests Review Of Medical Device Approval System
Ask your doctor what's permissible
Possible methods of treatment
Suggestions to soothe the itch
Lactose-free products are available
Help ease your youngster's fear
Suggestions for planning ahead
Warning signs of foodborne illness
When behavior goes beyond typical mischief or rebellion
Some common symptoms of 'whooping cough'
Suggestions for getting home safely
Suggestions for when it's raining
Here are high-fiber food choices
What to do if it's suspected
Be prepared before you put baby in the tub
Are some essentials missing from your diet?
When your belly feels tight and full
Protect your skin from the sun
Here's how it could impair your liver
Why your doctor may advise against it
Learn the warning signs of hyperglycemia
And help prevent falls
Take time off from exercise
They can still be quick and easy
Some travel safety suggestions
Possible symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
When it's a good idea
Who may be at risk for driving badly
Here are some typical symptoms
When breathing pauses or becomes shallow during sleep
What to do to protect yourself
Here's what you could end up with
Consider these home remedies
Warning signs of the fungal infection
And reduce colon cancer risk
How to express your concern
To help reduce drowning risk
Watching out for a yeast infection of the mouth and tongue
Suggestions for easier potty training
It's a common infection in children
Symptoms often vary
When an infant's neck tilts to one side
Here are some typical symptoms
And avoid a back injury
Here are possible risk factors
Here are some potential causes
Some typical causes
Signs that drinking is a problem
Here are possible triggers
Common symptoms of the condition
Signs that the tonsils may need to be removed
Take care not to scratch the cornea
Baby probably doesn't need a daily bath
Here are some risk factors
Some possible causes
Fears about beta blockers making COPD worse are unfounded, experts say
New government report ranks areas where outpatient care prevents more admissions in cardiac cases.
Poorer cardiac output correlates to lower brain volume, study finds
Finding conflicts with previous research that found Avandia riskier than Actos
Ongoing research suggests it's a potent form of protection against infection
They're much more vulnerable than kids playing other sports, study finds
Physical changes occur in all aging brains, but more schooling seems to delay symptoms, study found
More study needed to determine if finding plays a role in transmission
In 10% of patients, virus was eradicated in blood but living in spinal fluid
But only a small number of patients received the service after discharge, Canadian researchers find
Study found ghrelin made people crave high-calorie food more
Better infection control may have antibiotic-resistant Staph on the run, experts say
Italian study finds personality linked to a thickening of neck artery wall
Good news is that accidental poisonings have dropped by almost half since 1990, U.S. report shows
For Maryland woman, removing growth brought eyes back to normal
Pill-popping pups prompt many calls to ASPCA's poison control center
Findings may lead to better diagnosis, treatment of cancers, autoimmune diseases, study says
Wireless device transmitted accurate readings in pigs for more than a year, study shows
Experimental drug could help patients whose tumors carry particular gene mutation
Despite telemedicine advances, doctor-patient relationship remains key, experts say
Regardless of actual risk, the anxiety made them more likely to tumble, study shows
Finding true for "significant" percentage of people, researchers say
Combining endurance and resistance training best for optimal cardiac health, study suggests
Unanswered questions remain, including psychological impact, researcher says
Hanging out with no adult presence a recipe for violence even in 'good' neighborhoods, study finds
More consistent use of protective gear recommended by researchers
Some treatments might be less costly short term, but more expensive over time, study finds
Adding daily shot improves blood glucose levels when standard regimen fails, study finds
In 3 studies, scientists isolate & analyze protein produced by BRCA2
People struggle to cope with unemployment
Driving skills still impaired after drinkers think they're sober, research shows
Raises risk for high blood pressure, other heart problems, study finds
But improvement from anesthetic infusion was only significant for three days, researchers found
Finding could mean more organs would be available for those who need them
Being on the alert for symptoms can be key to preventing brain damage
Study suggests children over 6 with misaligned eye may be at social disadvantage
DNA, radiological evidence suggest broken leg, malaria and genetic disorder all contributed
Healthier lifestyle may be an added bonus for patients following joint surgery, researcher suggests
Repeated episodes of hunger linked to long-term poor health, study found
CDC report finds chicken, beef and leafy greens prime sources of these outbreaks
Participants understood the key points of the study when given either long or short forms, experts say
Most now being done through the skin, guided by imaging, researchers say
Fewer cycles of chemotherapy, lower dosage radiation may work just as well as more grueling treatment
Study finds higher rates of disharmony in U.S. families
Knowing foods' origins can help consumers make smart, nutritional choices
Researchers find initial workout increased pain, but stress that regular sessions will reduce it
Study shows that some insulin-producing beta cells can persist for decades
2-year trial finds no difference in pounds lost, but cutting carbs may be best for heart health
Study suggests that patches offer better odds than hormone therapy in pill form
Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble
Standard goal may not be low enough for those with protein in their urine, study finds
Findings may aid efforts to develop new ways to treat respiratory diseases in people, researchers say
Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds 30 percent of those overweight think they're normal size
Researchers say these individuals might be at raised risk for bipolar disorder
Rate of early onset has doubled for 7-year-old white girls, study finds
Nearly a third were injured over past 3 years, largely in preventable accidents, expert finds
European researchers challenge the common belief that most leaders are selfish, egoistic and exploitative
Survey sponsors urge parents to use media to communicate with teens
Study found people preferred pills to the antioxidant-rich sweet to lower blood pressure
Second report finds many heart failure patients not even prescribed recommended medications
Black patients likely to be prescribed fewer meds and women get lower doses, research shows
People with highest levels of dietary nitrite had nearly a 30 percent increase in risk, study shows
Agency reports cases where exposure to hormone spray for skin caused adverse reactions
Changes in gray matter may contribute to a worse experience of pain in general, study suggests
If trials succeed, medication would block hormone that controls uterine contractions
In women, response to ventilation tube insertion may vary depending on surgery timing, study finds
Games, reading help mask trouble in brain, study suggests, making later progress of disease seem quicker
Experts say individual risk is low, more research is needed
But it could reduce the risk of dying from other causes, study finds
Women overweight/obese before conceiving more likely to have overweight/obese kids: study
Excess protein in urine noted in about 25% who shoot up; rates higher in HIV-positive, study found
Brain scans show more neural activity between certain brain networks and pain processing region
Condition afflicts a million Americans, but cause, treatments remain elusive
Increased volume adds to wait time, researchers find
Study found trend followed start of Part D plan
CDC sees rise in shots against meningitis, whooping cough
It's another reason for moms-to-be to maintain a healthy weight, researchers say
Report finds 15 million will get coverage, while 14.5 million will get better coverage
But they want to be asked before info enters a national database, study finds
MRI-detected brain lesions more common in spring, summer, study finds
More than 250 sickened by salmonella as Iowa company recalls 228 million eggs
More than 250 people sickened by germ as Iowa company recalls 380 million eggs
Dabigatran equals older anti-clotting drug, with fewer hassles, study finds
Understanding fears is the first step in conquering them, expert advises
Avandia, Actos increase chances of broken bones in older men and women, study shows
Clinical trials suggest icatibant safe, effective against life-threatening swelling of hereditary angioedema
But tests on mice needed first, researchers say
Variant among the first associated with common types of this headache condition
Studies found warfarin, Plavix bested by latest anti-clotting alternatives
Taiwanese researchers show a molecular connection
Analysis found taking hormone alone did not increase risk
Analysis also finds no evidence of substantial gastric cancer risk from oral bisphosphonates
In early experiments, new method displayed 100% accuracy, researchers say
Researchers find anti-inflammatories show no effect on squamous cell carcinoma
Overall obesity level now close to 27%, and minorities are hit hardest, report finds
Experts say judge's injunction on using federal funds effectively halts work in labs across the country
Study found quick intervention would prevent one episode for every 10 kids seen
And other children's successes don't outweigh the negative, study finds
Leg alignment seems to play role in distribution of joint stress, research suggests
Mental health takes a beating with economic downturn
Study suggests anti-clotting drug Plavix might help treat disease
Those with higher levels not more naive about people, researchers find
Lung cancer patients had better quality of life, longer survival, study finds
Even well-educated parents need more help with lifesaving drug regimens, study finds
Keep in touch, but give them independence and privacy, expert recommends
Procedure led to improved survival, quality of life, study found
Study finds twice the risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Kids between 6 months and 9 years may need a double dose, depending on vaccine history
Study found dramatic increase in hearing loss among teen girls who used them
Debate over health care reform may be causing more people to use Web for medical info, pollsters say
Economic disadvantage plays bigger role than race, ethnicity, review finds
Improved connections in areas regulating emotions become clear after 11 hours of training, scans show
Findings may lead to new treatments for people with severe forms of the airway disorder, researchers say
Researchers say more careful farm management would cut down on contamination
Study sheds light on need to provide all patients with recommended treatment
People with disabilities, mental woes have toughest time recovering from hurricanes, bombings: analysis
Link is not cause-and-effect at this point, researchers stress
Statins, asthma meds, antidepressants and stimulants top the list
Detox patients hooked on street drugs often addicted to legal meds first, study found
Study finds removing breast, ovaries greatly lower the odds, but decision can be a difficult one
These women may also become more disabled from the bone disease, study finds
Advice includes building up mileage slowly and avoiding overtraining
Study finds long-distance friends less likely to sway behavior than close-knit social networks
Procedure used in high-risk cases made little difference, researchers say
But face-to-face education spurred many docs to prescribe recommended treatments, study found
Certain steps seem to cut risk of angina, cardiac events, researchers found
Carpal tunnel syndrome study shows how different pain measurements can impact quality of life
3 patients taking pricey Gleevec gave it up, prompting their tumors' return, doctors report
Expert offers tips for safe workouts on scorching days
Eating fish, poultry, nuts and low-fat dairy lowers the chances, study shows
Better-educated, richer people also have higher odds for repeat of basal cell carcinoma, study finds
Treatment most likely to help young patients with advanced damage, researchers say
Systems that promote timely action can cut rate of urinary tract infections, researchers say
Older people treated for the disease do better than those diagnosed earlier, study finds
Possible reasons include culture, access to health care, researcher suggests
Using genetics, scientists discovered anatomical changes that helped the brain advance in people
'Code Blue' emergencies at VA center declined 57 percent in first two years, study shows
Cancer death rates in 26 trials the same as those taking a placebo, researchers find
Industry-funded trials more likely to have positive findings than other studies, analysis shows
Oral vaccine can potentially save infants' lives in developing world, two studies find
Study found injection straight into spinal nerve might be an alternative to surgery
New synthetic surface should 'make it easier for the cells to divide and grow,' they say
Experts say the injunction on using federal funds effectively halts work in labs across the country
Bursts of brain activity called 'spindles' may keep loud noise from disturbing sleep, study suggests
Animals were up and hopping again within weeks, but experts say human trials still far off
Longer daylight hours in spring spur hormonal changes linked to late bedtimes, less sleep, study finds
Study found older people preferred negative stories about younger folks
Substantial relief found with both sham, traditional Chinese acupuncture, researchers find
Swedish study suggests pounds put on during high-cal, low-exercise periods stick around
Some experts say statins help healthier people, but others worry about risks
Abnormal arm muscle tone, visual processing evident in month-old babies, study says
Memory, creativity, intellectual performance seem to get a boost from sleep
Study appears to confirm link between REM behavior disorder and certain neurodegenerative diseases
Those who get less than eight hours a night at risk for obesity, experts say
When 'cross-talk' in brain starts to overlap, reaction time is affected, study finds
Study found Swedish women who ate it a few times a month were protected
Trial showed modest benefit for patients with neuropathy, but side effects might be problem
Instead, depressive symptoms likely to increase, study finds
Expert offers tips for ragweed, grass and other seasonal allergies
Study shows that they can fool doctors on certain tests
Even a high viral load doesn't cause the disease to develop in sooty mangabeys, scientists found
Nearly 80% of preschool children are still disciplined this way, U.S. researchers estimate
Bard Recovery and Bard G2 filters may fracture with time; doctor, patient awareness urged, report states
Five states involved, with California seeing largest epidemic in 50 years, officials say
Common medications might affect prostate cancer diagnoses, researchers say
Therapy's potential could extend beyond care of epidermolysis bullosa, researchers say
Race was strongest predictor of clotting after one month, study found
Doctors in San Diego removed 80% of patient's stomach in this minimally invasive way
Improved understanding, treatment have led to fewer severe cases, CDC team says
Parents can help by spending more time developing narratives, researchers suggest
In study, higher levels of anxiety-related compound was tied to lower pregnancy rate
Relaxation techniques may help prevent, reduce some of the worst effects, researchers suggest
If immune system reacts with inflammation, repeated stress can lead to chronic disease, study finds
Computer design can lead to injuries in heavy users, but simple steps can minimize risk, expert advises
They met and sometimes surpassed peers with traditional pre-med requirements
Just a few puffs trigger genetic changes in cells that could spur disease, experts say
Greater odds if you're younger than 65, have a history of drug abuse and depression, and use psychiatric meds
Researchers identify robust association between the two
But most patients gained pain relief without the need for vertebroplasty, experts note
Lip movements when signing connect to spoken language rather than to signs, researchers find
Danish analysis can't prove cause and effect, but experts say moderate consumption 'prudent'
Alcohol, drug use lower among this group overall than the national average, study found
UV rays threaten the eyes as much as the skin, experts warn
As season approaches, safety measures can help ward off hazardous concussions, experts say
Those who had procedure for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy did better long-term, study finds
Participants reported less pain, a happier mood and overall better quality of life
Worse detection rate not due to tumor biology in women under 50, study suggests.
California study finds Hispanics most likely to drink, smoke, use marijuana; Asians least likely
Over one-quarter of respondents say both problems infect their school environment
Dropping out or delayed graduation most common among kids with attention disorder, study finds
Increased diagnostic activity may lead to siblings finding more early stage disease, study suggests
Elusive expression is only part of her mysterious appeal, study suggests
Study finds insomniac men were more likely to die earlier
Health experts urge getting nutrients from diet rather than pills, whenever possible
One woman's experience suggests a risk; other potential problems include gum trauma, infection
Not clear yet where 46 cases in Florida came from, CDC official says
Abuse, poverty or social isolation can have longer-term consequences for health, expert says
Caregiving by those with emotional connection lessens anxiety, depression after surgery, study found
Antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria found in patients who underwent procedures in India, researchers say
While gain was small, it marks notable advance against this deadly disease, researchers say
Study looked at 13- and 14-year-olds from 50 countries
Obese teens with blood sugar disease did worse on cognition tests
Worsening economy has not led to higher incidence between 2007-08, researchers say
Better follow-up care needed, says federal expert
Smoking cigarettes-plus greatly raises risk of cancer, heart disease, experts warn
But FDA-approved Provenge remains very expensive, experts note
But only a minority of patients benefited and more work may need to be done, experts say
Those with PTSD at greater risk than peers with combat injuries but no stress disorder, study found
Virtual reality exercises overwhelmingly seen as a good way to sharpen skills, poll finds
Experts find physical and mental benefits as people grow old
Less invasive procedure raises chances of finding high-risk lesions, study finds
In finding that points to genetic influences, family members were more likely to have these differences
Jury still out on the vascular benefits of supplementation, experts say
Findings could underscore why deficiency plays role in host of serious ills
In fact, very young male infants wake up more readily than girls, study finds
In study, kids 'commuting' by feet had better heart rate, blood pressure during test
Soldiers exposed to combat more likely to be disabled, unemployed throughout life, study shows
Thinner women faced higher chance of malignancies, review found
'Healthy days per year' lost due to overweight has doubled since 1993, study shows
Study finds reduced drug and health care costs may make surgery a cost-effective alternative for some
Study found African children who ate more natural diet, were breast-fed longer had more good bacteria
Researchers say they've identified biochemical process behind 'swine flu'
Michigan hospital finds an apology, offer of compensation led fewer patients to sue
After repeated blows in various sports, teen nearly dies
Specific DNA seems to trigger response to social drinking cues, study finds
Emphasizing low rate of prostate testing had unintended effect, study finds
Study suggests it increases chances of heart trouble, cancer, respiratory disease, independent of weight
Expert says this suggests it's safe to 'try again' immediately afterwards
Also more likely to have multiple painful conditions at the same time, expert says
After decade of big decreases, number of teens lighting up stays steady
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