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Obesity, Drinking a Double Threat to the Liver
Combination increased chances of cirrhosis, studies found
Inhalant Abuse a Deadly Middle-School Concern
'Huffing' more common than smoking pot, snorting cocaine among 12-year-olds, study finds
Alcoholics' Relapses Better Understood
Brain mechanism could be key, and an existing drug might help, scientists say
Longtime Smokers May Find Protection From Parkinson's
Finding could help unravel mysteries of neurological and motor disease
Genetic Variant Raises Lung Cancer Risk
It doesn't matter whether you smoke a little or a lot, study finds
Light Drinking Might Help Keep Women Slim
Those who abstain tend to gain the most, study finds, though reasons are unclear
Anti-Drinking Ads That Engender Guilt May Not Work
Unintended effect can lead to more, not less, use, study finds
Blacks Less Likely to Abuse Alcohol
But they're more likely to binge drink during pregnancy, researchers find
Alcohol Influences How Memorable Trauma Might Be
Flashbacks less likely among those who drink the most, study finds
Bans on Same-Sex Marriage May Affect Mental Health
Where voters prohibited gays from marrying, psychiatric disorders escalated, researchers find
As Temperatures Rise, So Do Cocaine Deaths
N.Y. study finds that weather warmer than 75 degrees poses added risks
Dental Problems Could Point to Meth Use
The more severe the addiction, the greater the decay, study finds
Cluster of Genes Tied to Alcoholism
Finding part of ongoing research to determine how they affect risk in people
Secondhand Smoke Starts Damaging Arteries in Childhood
Passive exposure tied to blood vessel damage in 13-year-olds, research shows
Marijuana Use Can Up Psychosis Risk
Study found the longer teens smoked, the more their mental health suffered
More Bars Equals More Assaults, Study Finds
As number of outlets for buying booze increases, so does neighborhood violence, research shows
Oxycontin Abusers Often Rely on 'Leftover' Meds From Friends
Utah study emphasizes need for unused pills to be tossed out, experts say
More Young Women Driving Drunk
Some blame societal pressures for increase in fatal crashes found in U.S. study
Rising Use of Medical Technologies Extending Americans' Lives
Annual report on nation's health finds flaws, though, in weight, exercise and insurance
Cigars, Pipes No 'Healthy' Alternative to Cigarettes
Users still inhale fumes, and lungs suffer, study finds
Energy Drinks, Alcohol a Dangerous Mix
Study found college students who drank both were more drunk, more likely to drive
Low IQ May Up Heart Disease Risk
Reason for link unknown, but unhealthy lifestyle could be a factor, researchers suggest
Strong 'Sweet Tooth' in Kids Tied to Family's Mental Health
Tots with highest 'bliss point' have depression, alcoholism in family, study finds
Mom's Lifestyle in Early Pregnancy Affects Baby's Size
Smoking, low folic acid, high blood pressure restrict fetal growth, study finds
Beer for the Bones?
Beneficial silicon content varies from brew to brew, study finds
Mental Health News
Daylight Savings: Not a Bright Time for All
People with SAD may be more affected by the shift in daylight, experts say
Many WTC Responders Show Signs of Heart Trouble
Another study suggests that stress weighs heavily on the hearts of police, firefighters
Obesity, Drinking a Double Threat to the Liver
Combination increased chances of cirrhosis, studies found
Is Kindness Contagious?
Spirit of generosity multiplies and persists, researchers find
Bad Behavior in Youth Linked to Chronic Pain Later in Life
Childhood response to stress could lead to lasting problems, researchers say
Happy From Your Vacation? It Won't Last
Most travelers return to their normal state of mind soon after they get back, study finds
Inhalant Abuse a Deadly Middle-School Concern
'Huffing' more common than smoking pot, snorting cocaine among 12-year-olds, study finds
Online Dating as Honest as Real Life
When fibs are told, men and women do so about equally, researchers say
Heat Therapy Helps Treat U.S. Soldiers' Infections
Device works on skin lesions caused by parasite in Iraq, Afghanistan, study finds
Alcoholics' Relapses Better Understood
Brain mechanism could be key, and an existing drug might help, scientists say
Longtime Smokers May Find Protection From Parkinson's
Finding could help unravel mysteries of neurological and motor disease
Cell Transplant May Help Treat Vitiligo
Surgery improved appearance of white patches due to skin disease, doctors say
Survey May Help Docs Diagnose Mood Disorders
It identified anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder in most cases, study finds
Psychotherapy Can Help People With Lupus Cope
After 10 sessions, anxiety, depression and stress lessened, researchers say
Genetic Variant Raises Lung Cancer Risk
It doesn't matter whether you smoke a little or a lot, study finds
Shift Work Can Put a Crimp on Sleep
If changing jobs isn't an option, modifying behavior may help, expert says
Do Liberals, Atheists Have Higher IQs?
Study links intelligence test scores with key beliefs and male monogamy
Doctor's Specialty Often Steers Prostate Cancer Care
Therapy choice is influenced by physicians' preferences, research suggests
Light Drinking Might Help Keep Women Slim
Those who abstain tend to gain the most, study finds, though reasons are unclear
Study Looks At Cost-Effectiveness of ECG in Hyperactive Kids
Analysis compared three strategies for preventing sudden cardiac death from stimulant medication
Gene Variant May Help Some Overcome Adversity
It appears to disconnect the link between stress and death risk, researchers say
Anti-Drinking Ads That Engender Guilt May Not Work
Unintended effect can lead to more, not less, use, study finds
Blacks Less Likely to Abuse Alcohol
But they're more likely to binge drink during pregnancy, researchers find
Alcohol Influences How Memorable Trauma Might Be
Flashbacks less likely among those who drink the most, study finds
Bans on Same-Sex Marriage May Affect Mental Health
Where voters prohibited gays from marrying, psychiatric disorders escalated, researchers find
General Health News
Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One
Spotlight focuses on work-related risks during Save Your Vision month
U.S. Minorities Especially Vulnerable to Kidney Failure
Study suggests that poverty and lack of insurance contribute to the problem
Knee Surgeon's Expectations May Differ From Yours
Before getting replacement joint, have a frank talk with your doctor, researchers say
Football Injuries More Likely on Certain Artificial Turf
More players had ligament damage, ankle sprains than on natural grass, study shows
Health Highlights: March 12, 2010
Another Court Finds No Link Between Vaccines, Autism / Infant Slings Linked to Deaths / Settlement in Ground Zero Lawsuit / Rudolph Bracelets Have Hig
Adding Garlic Might Cut Cancer Risk
New test finds those who eat the most have lower levels of a disease-causing process
U.S. Chalks Up Victories in War on Cancer
Cancer Society study finds drop in death rates since 1970
Heat Therapy Helps Treat U.S. Soldiers' Infections
Device works on skin lesions caused by parasite in Iraq, Afghanistan, study finds
Pre-Season Test Spots Baseball Pitchers at Risk of Injury
Weakness in rotator cuff a warning sign, but exercise regimens can help, experts say
Health Highlights: March 11, 2010
Men Feel Less Guilt Than Women / More Food Products Added to Recall List / Store Shopper Cards Used to Trace Salmonella / FDA Reviews Safety of Bo
Seaweed May Help Treat Lymphoma
Lab study finds extract slows cancer growth without affecting healthy cells
Body's Response to Foods' Smell, Taste Could Be Diabetes Risk Factor
A gene mutation could trigger key insulin reaction in some, researchers say
Scientists Find Stem Cells in Hair That Can Become Skin
Finding could lead to better wound care, baldness treatments, experts say
Medicine's Future Could Lie in Each Patient's Genome
In two studies, scientists quickly scanned individuals' DNA to get at causes of disease
Gene Mutations Identified for Charcot-Marie-Tooth Syndrome
Researcher's personal genome used to study neurological disorder
Vaccination, Prevention Is Beating Back Hepatitis
Programs seem to be making progress against these viruses, research suggests
Severe Injuries From ATV Accidents on the Rise
Studies found more amputations, spinal injuries among kids who ride them
Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
Discovery in mouse study may someday extend men's lives
Doctors Turning to Cardiac Catheterization Too Quickly
Study finds only a third of those who get invasive procedure have vessel blockage
H1N1 Flu Spreads Slower Than Seasonal Flu: Study
Data from Texas households confirm that the virus tends to target children
Youth Baseball Injuries Becoming More Common
Stretching, rest can ease elbow, shoulder pain that plagues many young players, studies show
Health Highlights: March 10, 2010
Tasmanian Devil Colony Immune to Deadly Cancer / Cholesterol, Diabetes Drugs at Top of Medicare List / Flavoring Company Knew About Salmonella Presenc
Alternative to Statins Shows Promise
Broader study needed to check for possible long-term effects, experts say
Cell Transplant May Help Treat Vitiligo
Surgery improved appearance of white patches due to skin disease, doctors say
Herpes Infects One in Six in U.S.
Most don't know they have the disease, CDC says, upping risks for transmitting it to others


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