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Health Highlights: Jan. 16, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 16, 2013

In: Health News

Pom Wonderful Health Claims Barred by FTC
Woman Who Advocated for Others With Gigantism Dies
Eleven Infected at U.S. Biological Labs Between 2004 and 2010: Report

Texting Could Help Spread the Word on Teen Health

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 15, 2013

In: Fitness & Exercise, Health & Technology, Health News, Kids' Health, Nutrition / Vitamins, Public Health

Study takes advantage of technology to educate kids on nutrition, fitnessContinue Reading

Health Highlights: Jan. 15, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 15, 2013

In: Health News

Bikini Waxing Credited With Decline in Pubic Lice
Armstrong Says He Doped Before Cancer Diagnosis: Source
FDA Sends Warning Letter to Medical Device Maker
Many People Use Internet to Seek Diagnosis

Screen Time Near Bedtime Means Less Sleep for Kids

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 14, 2013

In: Health & Technology, Health News, Kids' Health, Parenting, Sleep Disorders

Survey found watching TV, playing video games before bed delays sleepContinue Reading

Pot Use-Low IQ Link Challenged in Study

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 14, 2013

In: Health News, Kids' Health, Neurological, Vitamins / Drugs

New report suggests poverty plays a role, and may have thrown off results of first studyContinue Reading

Health Highlights: Jan. 14, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 14, 2013

In: Health News

George H.W. Bush Released From Hospital
Test Home for Radon Gas: EPA
Obesity Issue Addressed in New Coca-Cola Ad
Lance Armstrong Will Admit Doping in Oprah Interview
President Obama Has Fitness Evaluation
Male Jurors More Likely to Convict Obese Women: Study

Twitter May Help Those Trying to Lose Weight

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 14, 2013

In: Health & Technology, Health News, Mental Health, Obesity

Adding ‘tweets’ to a weight-loss program encouraged success among participants, study findsContinue Reading

Winter Holds Many Hazards for Seniors, Expert Warns

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 12, 2013

In: Care Giving, Environmental, General Health, Health News, Heart / Cardiovascular, Nutrition / Vitamins, Public Health, Respiratory Health, Seniors, Vitamins / Drugs

Preparation, caution can help keep elderly safe from injuries and illness related to seasonContinue Reading

Health Highlights: Jan. 11, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 11, 2013

In: Health News

FDA Should Approve New Diabetes Drug: Expert Panel
Medical E-Records Haven’t Provided Predicted Cost-Savings: Report
Miss America Contestant Plans to Have Double Mastectomy
Major League Baseball to Widen Drug-Testing Program

Prescription Painkillers Trail Only Marijuana in Abuse Rates, Report Shows

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 10, 2013

In: Health News, Pain and Pain Management, Public Health, Vitamins / Drugs

Rising numbers of people seeking treatment for abuse of these pain drugs, federal officials sayContinue Reading

Health Highlights: Jan. 10, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 10, 2013

In: Health News

Major League Baseball to Widen Drug-Testing Program
NFL Player Junior Seau Had Head Injury-Related Brain Disease
Sisters’ Breast Cancer Lawsuit Settled by Drug Company Eli Lilly
Chicken Jerky Dog Treats Recalled
Device Sucks Food From Stomach, Helps People Lose Weight

Health Highlights: Jan. 9, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 9, 2013

In: Health News

Device Sucks Food From Stomach, Helps People Lose Weight
Fisher-Price Sleepers Recalled Due to Mold Problem
George H.W. Bush’s Recovery Continuing: Spokesman

Health Highlights: Jan. 8, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 8, 2013

In: Health News

Fisher-Price Sleepers Recalled Due to Mold Problem
George H.W. Bush’s Recovery Continuing: Spokesman
Microwaves Extend Bread Life
DASH, Weight Watchers Best Diets Overall: Report
U.S. Supreme Court Refuses Case Challenging Stem Cell Funding

Health Highlights: Jan. 7, 2013

By: TheHealthCast Team

On: January 7, 2013

In: Health News

U.S. Supreme Court Refuses Case Challenging Stem Cell Funding
Large Health Insurance Rate Hikes for Some Americans
Expressing Anger is Healthy: Study

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Health Highlights: Jan. 16, 2013

Texting Could Help Spread the Word on Teen Health

Health Highlights: Jan. 15, 2013

Screen Time Near Bedtime Means Less Sleep for Kids

Pot Use-Low IQ Link Challenged in Study

Health Highlights: Jan. 14, 2013

Twitter May Help Those Trying to Lose Weight

Winter Holds Many Hazards for Seniors, Expert Warns

Health Highlights: Jan. 11, 2013

Prescription Painkillers Trail Only Marijuana in Abuse Rates, Report Shows

Health Highlights: Jan. 10, 2013

Health Highlights: Jan. 9, 2013

Health Highlights: Jan. 8, 2013

Health Highlights: Jan. 7, 2013

AI Can Guide Surgery For Childhood Epilepsy

Opioids During Surgery Might Cause Worse Pain For Patients

Just One Hour of Screen Time Increases Risk of Nearsightedness

‘Telelactation’ Support Promotes Breastfeeding

Parents’ Mental Health Impacts Kids’ Risk of ADHD, Anxiety

Docs Don’t Track Pregnancy Complications That Threaten Long-Term Health

Interest In Permanent Contraception Rose After Roe v. Wade was Overturned

Moms Take on 70% of ‘Mental Load’ for Household Tasks: Study

Prevention Outpaced Treatment Advances in Saving Lives From Major Cancers

Young Women Suffer Menopause Symptoms In Silence, Study Says

Gynecological Problems Risk Heart, Brain Health

Women Of Color Receive Slower Response To A Bad Mammogram