This Week’s Health Headlines

Scientists extend lifespan by blocking protein Most babies born this century will live to 100 Yoga may decrease age-related “dowager’s hump” Yet another benefit of vitamin D- it prevents falls Combination of generic drugs cuts heart risk by 60% Federal WIC program finally allows use for fruits and veggies Skinny friends could wreck your diet [...]

This Week’s Health Headlines

Think it’s swine flu? Don’t go for the rapid test Antidepressants during pregnancy linked to heart defects in baby Study: No evidence to support routine PSA testing for prostate cancer Fear of back pain may increase your risk for back pain Poor math skills may worsen diabetes control Low vitamin D may be deadly for [...]

Health Headlines

One-third of Americans do not use sunscreen Vitamin D may help preserve mental agility Cholesterol drug lowers amputation risk in diabetics Large study confirms that physical fitness leads to longer life US sets aside $1 billion for H1N1 flu vaccine CDC to swimmers: Don’t pee in the pool!