Too Much Hygiene May Affect Immune System, Study Suggests
2010-11-29
Antimicrobial used in many products such as soaps, toothpaste tied to raised allergy risks in kidsContinue Reading
CT Scan Use Surging in Hospital ERs
2010-11-29
Study authors extol benefits, but note concerns about increasing exposure to high-dose ionizing radiationContinue Reading
Shortage of On-Call Trauma Surgeons in U.S. Hospitals: Poll
2010-11-29
Survey of emergency department directors finds coverage in many facilities is inadequateContinue Reading
Stores Urged to Take Steps to Avoid 'Black Friday' Frenzy
2010-11-26
Limited quantities, long lines, coupons spur bad behavior by intense shoppers, researcher saysContinue Reading
Mammals Grew Big After Dinosaurs Died Off: Analysis
2010-11-25
Less competition for food led to rapid evolution, researchers suggestContinue Reading
Holiday Drinking Can Kill, Experts Warn
2010-11-24
Drunk-driving accidents, heart problems, home injuries are preventable, say U.S. emergency doctorsContinue Reading
Preparation Can Help Kids With Nut Allergies Travel Safely
2010-11-24
Pack snacks, meds and sanitizing wipes to reduce likelihood of a reaction, expert suggestsContinue Reading
Low-Income Families Hit Harder by High Deductibles
2010-11-23
Study found they were more likely than high-income counterparts to forgo medical careContinue Reading
Toys Getting Safer, But Dangers Still Lurk: Report
2010-11-23
U.S. watchdog group lists playthings that contain toxins or pose choking riskContinue Reading
Shots, Hygiene Can Help Shield Kids From Flu
2010-11-23
Experts say common-sense steps by parents can stop germs from spreadingContinue Reading
Practicing Moving to Music May Help Elderly Avoid Falls
2010-11-23
But another program, using videos and risk awareness, didn’t help older hospitalized patients, research showsContinue Reading
New STD Report Finds Some Progress, High Costs for U.S.
2010-11-22
19 million new infections each year cost health care system $16.4 billion, CDC saysContinue Reading
Better Helmet Design Might Lower Soldiers' Risk for Brain Injury
2010-11-22
Scientists say adding face shield dulls impact of blastsContinue Reading