Only 1 in 3 HIV-Infected Black Americans Gets Effective Treatment: Study
2014-02-06
CDC says just 35 percent have the virus under control; young black males have lowest treatment rates
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Many U.S. Adults Not Getting Key Vaccines: CDC
2014-02-06
Little progress seen beyond shingles, HPV and Tdap vaccinations, researchers reportContinue Reading
When Times Are Tough, People Cut Down on Doctor Visits
2014-02-05
Participants in five countries said reduced income decreased their health care use, survey foundContinue Reading
There’s Still Time to Get a Flu Shot
2014-02-05
Younger adults seem at risk this year, FDA saysContinue Reading
Shy Kids Might Not Have Difficulty With Language
2014-02-05
Study suggests these toddlers understand what they hear as well as more outgoing peersContinue Reading
Boosting Access to Healthier Grocery Stores Might Not Improve Eating Habits
2014-02-05
Study suggests putting stores in poor neighborhoods isn’t enough; promotional efforts also neededContinue Reading
Ready to Get in Shape? Ease Into Exercise, Experts Say
2014-02-05
Check-ups, warm-ups and mixing up your routine are among the tips offered by athletic trainersContinue Reading
China’s New Bird Flu Might Put People at Risk, Report Says
2014-02-05
Genetic analysis after woman’s death finds virus may ‘replicate efficiently in humans’Continue Reading
Fewer U.S. Kids Killed in Car Crashes; Safety Restraints Still an Issue
2014-02-04
Too many youngsters ride without a car seat, booster seat or seat belt, says CDC
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Blood Sugar Monitoring System Approved for Children
2014-02-04
However, device didn’t perform as well in kids as in adults, FDA saysContinue Reading
Many Young Americans With HIV Delay Treatment: Study
2014-02-04
By waiting, they risk further harm to their health, researchers sayContinue Reading
Infants at Highest Risk for Childhood Burns
2014-02-04
Hot beverages, hair irons most often the cause, British study foundContinue Reading
Fatal Car Crashes Involving Pot Use Have Tripled in U.S., Study Finds
2014-02-04
Researchers note that increase included men and women, and all age groupsContinue Reading
Added Sugar in Diet Tied to Death Risk From Heart Trouble
2014-02-03
Sugar can be ‘hidden’ in savory foods as well as desserts and soda, experts noteContinue Reading