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Health Headlines- Week of Nov 14th

davidfisher — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:25:44 +0000

Regular teeth cleaning leads to fewer heart problems

Panel recommends testing all children for high cholesterol

One in 10 adults will have diabetes by 2030

Chewing gum may prevent ear infections in kids

Whole grain diet reduces colon cancer risk

Health Headlines- Week of Nov 7th

davidfisher — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:03:49 +0000

Allergic to eggs? New research says flu vaccine is safe

Study: Antibiotics overprescribed for children

Want to live longer? Get happy!

Soda ban does not reduce kids’ consumption

Even mild alcohol consumption linked to increased breast cancer risk

Health Headlines- Week of October 25

davidfisher — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:32:38 +0000

Should pregnant women be concerned about exposure to BPA?

Annual mammograms produce many false positives for women in their 40s

For chronic back pain, yoga and stretching are both helpful

Not drinking enough water is linked to high blood sugar

Largest ever study shows no link between cell phone use and tumors

Health Headlines- Week of October 10th

davidfisher — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:37:08 +0000

Some dietary supplements linked to higher death risk

Chest pain in kids almost never caused by a heart problem

New recommendations against prostate cancer screening cause confusion

More chocolate consumption linked to fewer strokes

Nation’s grade for palliative care upgraded from ‘C’ to ‘B’

Health Headlines- Week of October 3rd

davidfisher — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 03:08:29 +0000

More parents delaying or skipping vaccines for their kids

‘Super’ cancer-fighting broccoli hits shelves in Britain

Fair-skinned people may need extra vitamin D

Effect of ‘living wills’ depends on where you live

Study: Women wearing makeup perceived as more competent

Health Headlines- Week of Sept 27th

davidfisher — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 04:22:26 +0000

Prevent strokes by eating fish

Antibiotic use linked to Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis

After hip fracture, women’s risk for death doubles

Study: Saw Palmetto not helpful in preventing prostate symptoms

Treatment for bedbugs could cause more harm than their bites

Health Headlines- Week of August 29th

davidfisher — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 03:41:22 +0000

Deep sleep helps lower blood pressure

Surgeon general’s message to women: health over hair

‘Electronic nose’ sniffs out heart failure

Sleep problems during menopause? Try Valerian root

Study finds best time to take blood pressure to predict heart risk

Health Headlines- Week of August 22nd

davidfisher — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 05:02:27 +0000

Another key to longer life: Turn off the tube

Scientists discover genetic cause of Lou Gehrig’s disease

Happy marriage improves survival after bypass surgery

Study: Vitamin supplements reduce risk for low birth weight

Report: Doctors screen for cervical cancer too often

Health Headlines- Week of August 15th

davidfisher — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 02:40:46 +0000

More tests do not always lead to correct diagnosis

Could cure for common cold be on the horizon?

Senators question use of psych drugs in nursing homes

Study: Soy tablets not helpful for menopause symptoms

Even a little exercise can extend life

Health Headlines- Week of August 8th

davidfisher — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:32:22 +0000

Ramping up your exercise protects heart the best

Study contradicts assumptions about health habits of the very old

Secret for a safe kids’ lunch: Extra Ice

Sleep apnea tied to increased risk for dementia

Blood test may determine sex of baby early in pregnancy