Big Cigarette Tax Hikes Might Prevent 200 Million Deaths in a Century
2014-01-02
Study authors suggest that nations triple tobacco taxesContinue Reading
When Winter Fun Isn’t So Fun
2014-01-01
Sledding, skating, skiing and other cold weather activities all carry a potential risk of harmContinue Reading
U.S. Panel Backs Routine Lung CT Scans for Older, Heavy Smokers
2013-12-30
Yearly testing will prevent some lung cancer deaths, experts concludeContinue Reading
Portable Bed Rails Can Pose Safety Hazard, FDA Says
2013-12-27
Agency explains how to reduce potential for falling or being trappedContinue Reading
H1N1 Flu Spreading in South-Central U.S.
2013-12-26
This flu strain tends to hit younger adults harder than older adults, CDC says
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Drunk Driving Can Make Holiday Season Deadly
2013-12-23
U.S. agencies countering with roadside detection, ignition-lock laws, new blood-alcohol technologyContinue Reading
Old-Age Specialists May Boost Recovery Among Injured Seniors
2013-12-19
Consultation with geriatrician in hospital linked with greater return to independence in studyContinue Reading
Study Questions Safety of Common Anesthesia Drug
2013-12-17
Review tied etomidate to higher risk of death and heart problems compared to propofolContinue Reading
Experts: Don’t Waste Your Money on Multivitamins
2013-12-16
Three studies find the supplements don’t help extend life or ward off heart disease and memory lossContinue Reading
Doctor’s View of Hospice Influences Talks With Patients, Study Finds
2013-12-16
If physicians are more likely to opt for this type of care for themselves, they’re more likely to discuss itContinue Reading
Tough to Predict Profile of Mass Shooter: Report
2013-12-12
Many factors converge over time before someone commits such a crime, experts sayContinue Reading
New Look at Past Studies Highlights Importance of Mammograms
2013-12-11
However, review didn’t include women in their 40s, so debate may not endContinue Reading
Most Americans Don’t Deal With End-of-Life Issues, Study Finds
2013-12-10
Lack of awareness was most common reason cited for not having a living willContinue Reading
Bigger Breasts, Lack of Exercise Tied to Breast Cancer Mortality
2013-12-09
But getting more exercise appeared to offer a level of protection, 11-year study foundContinue Reading