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Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds
Anti-Smoking Drugs Get FDA 'Black-Box' Warning
Reports link Chantix and Zyban to risk of psychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts
Online Genetic Testing Appears to Have Benefits
Lung cancer assessment allays some concerns about how patients interpret results, researchers say
Alcohol-Related Ills Increasing Worldwide
One in 25 deaths is drinking-related, study finds
HIV Testing Day Set for Saturday in U.S.
Assessment helps people protect themselves and their partners, organizers say
Smoking May Trigger Brain Damage
Compound in tobacco causes attack on healthy cells, study finds
Schizophrenia Linked to Higher Risk of Dying From Cancer
Study finds lung and breast cancer rates especially elevated
Obama Signs Tough New Anti-Smoking Law
FDA gets the authority to regulate tobacco manufacturing and marketing
Program Helps 1st Graders Stay Safe Long-Term
It cut odds for substance abuse, violence by the time they reached 5th grade
Chemicals in Marijuana Smoke May Harm DNA
Lab tests find cannabis even more toxic than tobacco
Almost Quarter of Suicides Involve Intoxication
Men, American Indians, Hispanics were most vulnerable, report shows
Teens of Dads Who Drink Too Much Tend to Follow Suit
Report found these kids were more likely to abuse alcohol, drugs
Lifestyle May Counter Blood Pressure Genes
Smoking, drinking and more can override what you're born with, study finds
Nicotine Receptors Could Be Lung Cancer Treatment Target
Compound inhibited receptors and led to cancer cell death in mouse study
At U.S. Colleges, Binge Drinking Is on the Rise
Efforts similar to campaign against smoking are needed, expert suggests
State Tobacco Control a Mixed Bag
Though there has been progress, the challenges continue, experts say
Tobacco Control Bill Heads to White House as Health Groups Cheer
Legislation to let FDA regulate tobacco manufacturing and marketing called long overdue
Health Secrets of Red Wine Uncovered
But for maximum benefits, sip don't gulp, research shows
Nicotine May Help Spur 'Prediabetes'
Toxin ups cortisol levels, encourages insulin resistance, study finds
Know Your Odds for Heart Failure
Lifestyle plays key role, study confirms, and a new 'calculator' helps gauge risk
Exercise, Education Keep You Sharp in Old Age
Study finds healthy, active lifestyle stems mental decline
Alcohol, Cigarettes and Diabetes Up Colorectal Cancer Risk
More than seven drinks a week raises odds 60% over teetotalers, researchers say
When Parents Fight, Children Often End Up With Scars
Witnessing violent relationship may lead to poor mental health, researchers say
Brain Scans Show Differences in Cocaine Addicts
Regions affected when thinking about drugs could be targets for treatments, researchers say
Protein Involved in Addiction Changes Brain Circuitry
Study in rats finds that even one injection leads to dependent behavior
Mental Health News
Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds
Study Casts Doubt on Low IQ's Role in Early Death
Adjustments for behavior dampen the negative effect, study finds
Living Alone Increases Odds of Developing Dementia
Losing a partner through divorce or death in middle age may triple the risk, study shows
Anti-Smoking Drugs Get FDA 'Black-Box' Warning
Reports link Chantix and Zyban to risk of psychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts
TV Ads Trigger Mindless Eating
Kids watching food commercials consumed 45 percent more snacks, study shows
Your Surroundings Mirror Your Beliefs
People find safety in those who think the same way, research contends
Shared Race, Social Group Seem to Help People Relate
Brain imaging study sheds light on empathic response
Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located
Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say
CPR Survival Rates for Older People Unchanged
Lack of improvement in death rates, experts say, may be because recipients are sicker
Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants
More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say
Online Genetic Testing Appears to Have Benefits
Lung cancer assessment allays some concerns about how patients interpret results, researchers say
Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk
Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds
Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury
Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds
Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed
It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications
Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore
Trouble concentrating may add to stress levels, researcher says
Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart
Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality
Maybe Men Aren't So Picky After All
Women can be just as selective when choosing mates, study finds
Health Tip: When Your Child Needs Glasses
Make sure they're worn
Cyber Bullying Affects One in 10 Students
But researchers find supportive parents help keep abusive behaviors at bay
15 Percent of U.S. Teens Think They'll Die Young
Link between risky behavior and pessimistic outlook surprises experts
Constipation May Lead to Other Problems
Hemorrhoids, incontinence and more can result, research shows
The Psychology of Celebrity Worship
Since antiquity, people have been fascinated with larger-than-life characters like Michael Jackson, experts say
Alcohol-Related Ills Increasing Worldwide
One in 25 deaths is drinking-related, study finds
Teens With Eating Disorders Benefit From Parents' Help
Research shows that recovery improves with family involvement
Grab a Tool and Change Your Brain
In the mind's eye, an arm or hand changes shape, study finds
General Health News
Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight
Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease
Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds
C-Section Stress Could Alter Baby's Immune Cells
And that might raise odds for diabetes, asthma later on, researchers say
Why Swine Flu Differs From Seasonal Flu
Pandemic virus affects lungs and stomach, whereas seasonal flu doesn't, researchers say
Health Tip: Straining the Hamstring
Who's at greater risk
Health Highlights: July 2, 2009
Many More Kids Vaccinated For Hepatitis A / TB Vaccine May Be Fatal for Infants With HIV / Colon Cancer Study Is Stopped / U.S. Government to Seek A
Monthly Pet Pill Could Kill Fleas, Ticks
An alternative to topical treatments might work better on certain cats and dogs, researchers say
New Drug Could Work Against Leukemia
Researchers see promise for treatment of AML and other cancers
With Medicare Plan, Drug Spending May Be Up
Researchers suspect overuse as a cause, but note that other costs are down
Celiac Disease Making Inroads in U.S.
'Something has changed,' researcher says, but just what remains unclear
Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified
Researchers say it may hold key to understanding how to repair the organ
Antibiotics May Boost Risk for Recurrent Ear Infection
Researchers urge more temperate prescribing of amoxicillin in kids
CPR Survival Rates for Older People Unchanged
Lack of improvement in death rates, experts say, may be because recipients are sicker
Health Tip: Preventing a Kitchen Fire
Precautions you should take
Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located
Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say
Health Highlights: July 1, 2009
TB Vaccine May Be Fatal for Infants With HIV / Colon Cancer Study Is Stopped / U.S. Government to Seek Answers to Health-Care Questions / Many Facto
Shared Race, Social Group Seem to Help People Relate
Brain imaging study sheds light on empathic response
FDA Tells Patients to Stick With Diabetes Drug Linked to Cancer
There's no conclusive evidence that Lantus causes malignancy, agency says
Test Before Corneal Transplant May Improve Outcome
Even inactive herpes virus can cause inflammation, transplant rejection, study finds
Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed
It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications
Even After Death, Heart Attack Treatment May Not End
Too often, EMS crews feel obliged to bring unresponsive patient to hospital, study finds
Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk
Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds
Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury
Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds
Health Highlights: June 30, 2009
U.S. Government to Seek Answers to Health-Care Questions / Many Factors Contribute to AMD: Study / Healthy Eating a Challenge at Work: Survey / E. C
Drug Found Ineffective Against Lung Disease
People with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis gain no survival benefit, research finds
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