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July 15, 2010 10:00 AM
No-Shame Programs May Appeal To Obese

But tactics should emphasize lifestyle change, not weight loss, survey suggests

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Obesity, Weight Control

July 15, 2010 06:00 PM
Scientists Create 'Malaria-Proof' Mosquito

Gene-tweaked insect can't be infected by parasite that spurs the disease, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Malaria

July 15, 2010 01:00 PM
Silicon Oil May Protect Vision from Radiation for Eye Cancer

It absorbed nearly 50% of potentially damaging rays, but more study is needed, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Eye Cancer, Radiation Therapy

July 15, 2010 05:00 PM
Stroke Risk May Rise First Hour After Drinking

But moderate drinking still appears beneficial over time, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Alcohol, Stroke

July 15, 2010 01:00 PM
Too Many Tots Watching Too Much TV

Oregon study finds 1 in 5 young kids exposed to more than the recommended 2 hours a day

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Parenting, Toddler Development, Toddler Health

July 15, 2010 07:20 PM
Two-Step Vaccine May Offer "Universal" Flu Jab

A two-step flu vaccine using DNA to "prime" the immune system and then a traditional seasonal influenza vaccine may be able to protect against all strains of the virus -- providing a long-sought "universal" flu vaccine, U.S. researchers said on Thursday.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Flu, Immunization

July 15, 2010 08:40 AM
Weight-Related Threat

Source: HealthDay -
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Obesity, Women's Health

July 14, 2010 03:00 PM
1 In 5 Parents Missed Work for H1N1 School Closings

But many students visited places other than home, finds CDC report

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu), School Health

July 14, 2010 10:00 AM
Alzheimer's Caregivers' Outlook May Vary by Race, Ethnicity

Whites, blacks and Hispanics report different reactions to death of loved one, study finds

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Alzheimer's Caregivers, Bereavement

July 14, 2010 07:00 AM
Alzheimer's May Increase Seizure Risk

Rate found to be highest in youngest patients and decreased with age, study found

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Alzheimer's Disease, Seizures

July 14, 2010 09:23 AM
Another HDL Benefit?

Source: HealthDay -
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Cancer, Cholesterol

July 14, 2010 07:00 AM
Association Found Between Alzheimer's and Anemia

Cause for link uncertain, more study needed, researchers say

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Alzheimer's Disease, Anemia

July 14, 2010 07:00 PM
Combined Behavioral Interventions Best Way to Reduce Heart Disease Risk

Source: American Heart Association
Related MedlinePlus Page: Heart Diseases--Prevention

July 14, 2010 01:00 PM
Community Programs Can Help Mothers Control Weight

Women who had ongoing support exercised more and were less likely to gain weight, researchers found

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Healthy Living, Weight Control, Women's Health

July 14, 2010 01:00 PM
Cystic Fibrosis Flare-Ups May Be Treated Equally Well at Home

Study finds no difference in outcome for lung exacerbations compared to hospital care

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Cystic Fibrosis

July 14, 2010 05:24 PM
Early Diagnosis Can Cut Alzheimer's Costs

Identifying dementia early can cut the cost of care by nearly 30 percent, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday, a finding that may reduce the heavy financial burden of the disease on the health care system.
Source: Reuters Health
Related MedlinePlus Page: Alzheimer's Disease

July 14, 2010 01:00 PM
Excess Weight in Older Women Linked to Diminished Memory

Impact of extra pounds worse for those who carry fat around their hips, researchers find

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Memory, Obesity, Women's Health

July 14, 2010 10:12 PM
Gene Associated with Rare Adrenal Disorder Appears to Trigger Cell Death, According to NIH Study

Source: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development -
Related MedlinePlus Page: Adrenal Gland Disorders

July 14, 2010 06:45 PM
Gene Therapy Rescues Monkeys from Parkinson's Symptoms

Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke -
Related MedlinePlus Page: Parkinson's Disease

July 14, 2010 10:00 AM
Health Tip: Take Steps Toward a Healthier Lifestyle

Don't try to do everything at once
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Healthy Living

July 14, 2010 10:00 AM
Health Tip: What May Trigger a Hernia

Common causes of the injury

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Hernia

July 14, 2010 06:00 PM
High Readmission Rates May Not Mean Worse Hospital Care

Medicare plans to use data on returning patients as quality measure, but study questions validity

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Health Facilities

July 14, 2010 10:36 PM
Little Progress Being Made in Reducing Smoking among High School Students

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Related MedlinePlus Page: Smoking and Youth

July 14, 2010 05:00 PM
Medical Studies Involving Kids May Be Prone to Bias

Industry-funded trials at greater risk of distortion than nonprofit or government-sponsored: review

Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Pages: Children's Health, Clinical Trials

July 14, 2010 07:00 AM
Method of Failed Suicide May Predict Successful Attempt

Those who first try hanging, suffocation tend to eventually kill themselves, research shows
Source: HealthDay
Related MedlinePlus Page: Suicide