Dec 01, 2008Scans Show Sound-Processing Deficits in Autistic KidsDifficulty may underpin language, listening impairments found in disorder, study says Guideline Urges HIV Tests for All Patients 13 and Older Physicians' group, citing World AIDS Day, says colleagues can prevent spread of infection Hopes for AIDS Vaccine Still Alive Despite Setbacks The lesson from 2 failed trials: The science must be more vigorous, experts say Nov 30, 2008Heavy Traffic Can Be HeartbreakingExposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries Nov 29, 2008Dry Skin? Don't Let Winter WinHere are tips for keeping supple in the cold season Nov 28, 2008Uninsured Likely Organ Donors, But Not RecipientsStudy suggests that transplant centers aren't catering to those with fewer resources Study Recruiting From Alzheimer's-Prone Families The findings might boost understanding of the disease generally, researchers say Transfusing Anemic Cancer Patients Boosts Clot Risk But the danger is about the same as using drugs for treatment, study suggests Beware of Toxic Toys This Holiday Season Dangerous chemicals make some playthings unfit for kids, report claims Nov 27, 2008Women Smokers Lose 14.5 Years Off Life SpanNovember is lung cancer awareness month, and doctors urge everyone to kick the habit School Soda Ban Has Limited Effect Eliminating sugary beverages did not affect overall consumption, study finds Contact Lens Cases Often Contaminated Study finds germs appear even in the presence of disinfecting solutions Cranberries May Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections Their high acid content inhibits bacterial growth, experts say Nov 26, 2008Holiday Meals With a Calorie-Conscious TwistSwapping out heavy ingredients can mean healthier eating without the guilt, experts say Keeping a Healthy Holiday Balance Simple ways to enjoy the feast without overdoing it Over-the-Phone Weight Loss Counseling Works For rural women, it's cheaper and less time-consuming than in-person visits, study finds Religion May Help Extend Your Life Regular attendance is key, researchers say, but they don't know why Drug to Prevent Preterm Labor Shows Little Benefit No difference found between intensive nifedipine therapy and placebo, researchers say Universal Testing, Prompt Treatment Could Slash HIV Computer model suggests the strategy would lower infections by 95% within a decade CT Scans Can Spot Blocked Arteries But debate continues as to whether they are worth the expense Hair Beads Spurring Head Trauma in Kids And hard plastic versions often aren't visible on CT scans, experts note Fat-Sensing Hormones Might Fight Obesity Study with rodents shows the molecules help regulate appetite Genes May Predict Lymphoma Treatment Outcome Screens might be used to determine which patients will benefit, researchers say Hairspray Exposure Ups Risk for Birth Defect in Sons Stylists, beauticians may be affected by phthalates in these products, experts say Anesthesia Type Won't Influence Neck Artery Surgery Outcomes Study may settle debate on safety of general vs. local delivery Improper Microwaving Led to Pot Pie-Salmonella Outbreak CDC urges clearer cooking instructions to protect consumers Nov 25, 2008A Third of Medicare Clients Unfamiliar With BenefitsFindings cut across race, education levels, and could affect quality of health care, study says Diabetics Spend Thousands More on Care Tab is $4,174 more a year, but study says proper management, lifestyle changes can help Depression's Behavior Changes Linked to Heart Risks But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says Exhaust From Railroad Diesel Linked to Lung Ailments Study measured respiratory history of 30,000 RR workers since 1959 1 | 2 |3 |4 |5 | |
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