Health Headlines- week of Feb 22nd

Cholesterol drugs’ heart benefits outweigh diabetes risk New blood test may revolutionize cancer care Researchers say placebos could be used to treat some illnesses “Flat-headed” babies may have cognitive delays Daily aspirin reduces risk of death after breast cancer Like cigarettes, pipes and cigars hurt lungs

Health Headlines- Week of Dec 27th

Fruits and Leafy Greens are Good For the Eyes Weight and Smoking Linked to Skin Damage Seniors May Want to Think Twice Before Undergoing Abdominal Surgery Testosterone: A Misunderstood Hormone? A First: FDA Panel Recommends Cholesterol Drugs for Healthy People

This Week’s Health Headlines

Chronic fatigue syndrome linked to a little-known virus
Exercise improves survival in chronic kidney disease
Another big step taken in adult stem cell research
Feelings of being wronged may worsen your recovery from whiplash
Trying to quit smoking? Texting may help
Cruising in a convertible could harm your hearing

This Week’s Health Headlines

Eating meat in middle age may help preserve later abilities Even a little smoking increases breast cancer risk Docs stressed out when patient unable to communicate wishes Sleep specialist says sharing a bed is ‘bad for your health’ New test can determine if you really need antibiotics Health reform will prompt need for many more [...]