After Breast Cancer Surgery, Patient Assistance Programs Can Help
2013-10-25
Study found women who turned to these programs were more likely to receive other needed treatmentsContinue Reading
Ultrasound Device May Improve Emergency Stroke Care: Study
2013-10-25
In combination with a powerful clot-dissolving drug, the technology might help clear blocked arteriesContinue Reading
What Puts That Individual Stamp on Your Face?
2013-10-24
Scientists identify specific gene enhancers in their work with miceContinue Reading
Some Improvement Seen in U.S. Cholesterol Levels: CDC
2013-10-24
However, total cholesterol remains too high and screening rates too low, experts say
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Gene Mutation Tied to Higher Obesity Risk in Kids
2013-10-24
A type of DNA appears to be linked to bigger appetites, slower metabolism, study foundContinue Reading
Stenting of Neck Arteries Tied to Higher Stroke Risk in Seniors
2013-10-24
Evidence review comparing stent placement to procedure called endarterectomy found mixed resultsContinue Reading
Some Democrats Air Frustration With Obamacare Website
2013-10-23
But the president insists that the health-reform law that created the site will benefit the countryContinue Reading
New Research May Help Spare Patients ‘Accidental Awareness’ During Surgery
2013-10-23
Study found certain type of brain activity signals the brain has gone ‘to sleep’Continue Reading
Parents Favor Email Medical Consults for Kids’ Minor Illnesses: Survey
2013-10-23
But it’s unclear how much — or whether — they should pay for this serviceContinue Reading
Removable ‘Gut Sleeve’ Might Become a Future Weight-Loss Tool
2013-10-23
Study of experimental procedure showed promise in ratsContinue Reading
Researchers Describe 1st ‘Functional Cure’ of HIV in Baby
2013-10-23
More studies needed to see if it’s really a breakthrough in fight against AIDSContinue Reading
First Windpipe Transplant Holding Up Over Time: Report
2013-10-23
Five years after surgery, recipient enjoys normal life, researchers sayContinue Reading
Weight-Loss Surgery Seems to Beat Diet and Exercise
2013-10-22
Study finds surgery more effective at least two years outContinue Reading
Don’t Routinely Test for Kidney Disease in Those Without Symptoms: Experts
2013-10-21
There isn’t enough evidence to justify widespread screening, American College of Physicians saysContinue Reading