Too Few Americans Aware of Their High Blood Pressure: Study
2013-12-23
Researchers looked at nearly 70,000 adults in southeastern U.S.Continue Reading
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
Luggage-Lifting Tips for Safe Travels
2013-12-20
Pack like a pro to help avoid injuryContinue Reading
Many With Diabetes Don’t Realize Disease Can Harm Vision
2013-12-19
Researchers say patient education, more proactive care could stop damage in most casesContinue Reading
As Body Weight Rises, So Do Health Costs, Study Finds
2013-12-19
Increased expenses seen even at healthy weightsContinue Reading
Stent to Treat Pancreatic Cysts Approved
2013-12-19
For infected cysts that won’t drain on their ownContinue 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
Pop Songs May Awaken Fond Memories for Brain-Damaged Patients
2013-12-19
Study suggests that music might help people who have trouble remembering the pastContinue Reading
80 Percent of Cancer Docs Have Faced Drug Shortages: Survey
2013-12-18
Many report using substitute chemo meds or delaying treatmentContinue Reading
New Blood Pressure Guidelines Raise the Bar for Taking Medications
2013-12-18
Expert panel says treating some earlier with drugs shows little benefit, but other groups express concernContinue Reading
Glaxo to End Payments to Prescribing Doctors
2013-12-17
Pharmaceutical giant first drug maker to adopt such a policy, report saysContinue 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
Cat-Human Bond May Go Back More Than 5,000 Years
2013-12-16
Researchers detect a mutually beneficial relationshipContinue Reading
FDA Wants Tighter Rules on Antibacterial Soaps, Body Washes
2013-12-16
Makers would have to prove they’re safe and effective
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