FDA Panels to Weigh Safety of Newer Forms of the 'Pill'
2011-12-07
They will consider new warning labels about increased risk of blood clots linked to contraceptivesContinue Reading
Hormone Drugs Might Not Raise Heart-Related Deaths in Prostate Patients
2011-12-06
But those with a history of heart disease, stroke may be at higher risk, researchers cautionContinue Reading
Most U.S. Presidents Live Longer Than Their Peers
2011-12-06
Stress of the White House doesn’t seem to shave years from a man’s life, study findsContinue Reading
FDA Targets Homeopathic Weight Loss Products
2011-12-06
Agency says there’s no proof the remedies work, and associated diet may cause harmContinue Reading
If Parents Drink and Drive, Their Kids May Too: Study
2011-12-06
Teens’ risk for motoring under the influence rose with parents’ bad example, researchers foundContinue Reading
Bed Bugs Can Bypass Pitfalls of Inbreeding, Studies Say
2011-12-06
Finding means they can cause rapid infestation, may explain recent resurgenceContinue Reading
Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now
2011-12-05
Vaccine supplies are still ample, but could start to run short, CDC saysContinue Reading
Study Sees Rice as Source of Arsenic Exposure
2011-12-05
Finding is preliminary; poison expert downplays health riskContinue Reading
Good News for Those Worried About U.S. Nursing Shortage
2011-12-05
Study finds more young people are joining the professionContinue Reading
U.S. School Kids Often Miss Out on Recess, Study Finds
2011-12-05
Researchers urge mandated physical education, recess to give kids time for physical activityContinue Reading
Girls More Prone Than Boys to Headaches After Head Injury
2011-12-05
They can last for months but in most cases will disappear, study findsContinue Reading
Socioeconomic Status Main Predictor of Health Habits: Study
2011-12-02
Race, ethnicity not necessarily behind disparities in weight, exercise and dietContinue Reading
Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats
2011-12-02
Even overweight children safer when using the correct seat for their height and weight, study findsContinue Reading
Genes May Make Quitting Tougher for Smokers
2011-12-02
Your particular DNA may explain why you can’t break the habit, study suggestsContinue Reading