Dec 01, 2008Young Gymnasts Facing Broad Range of New InjuriesMRI scans show knuckle, wrist and bone damage that could develop into early osteoarthritis Older Adults Who Exercise Boost Blood Flow in Brain Aerobic workouts may prevent cognitive decline in some, study says Scans Show Sound-Processing Deficits in Autistic Kids Difficulty may underpin language, listening impairments found in disorder, study says Radioactive 'Seed' Rx Helps Women With Implants Fight Breast Cancer In these cases, the implant makes it more difficult to treat the malignancy, experts explain New Twist on Treatment of Foot Pain 'Dry-needling,' steroids effective against plantar fasciitis, researchers say Guideline Urges HIV Tests for All Patients 13 and Older Physicians' group, citing World AIDS Day, says colleagues can prevent spread of infection Low Childhood IQ Tied to Risk of Later Mental Disorders While mechanism is unclear, findings may help improve treatment for psychiatric problems Preemies' Low Blood Pressure Linked to SIDS Preterm infants already at higher risk for SIDS and this may be why, researchers say Health Needs of Autistic Children Often Unmet Expenses greater than those for kids with other special needs, report shows Hopes for AIDS Vaccine Still Alive Despite Setbacks The lesson from 2 failed trials: The science must be more vigorous, experts say Antibiotics Largest Cause of Drug-Induced Liver Damage Prescription meds, supplements can also trigger acute organ failure, study says 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 1 | 2 |3 |4 |5 | |
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