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Lack of Knowledge About Diabetes is a Concern
Diabetes is a frequently-diagnosed disease, yet many Americans lack basic knowledge about the potentially life-threatening condition, according to a new survey from the American Diabetes Association.

Be Cautious with Halloween Face Paints
Halloween face painting for little trick-or-treaters may need to be reconsidered, according to a new report released this week.

Car Seat Danger Can Occur Outside of Vehicles
A new study reveals good news and bad news about infant car seats: while these safety devices have saved countless young lives, they are also responsible for thousands of injuries when improperly used outside of motor vehicles.

HRT and Tender Breasts May Indicate Increased Breast Cancer Risk
Women taking estrogen/progestin hormone replacement therapy who experience breast tenderness may be at increased risk for developing breast cancer, according to a new study released this week.

H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccine on the Way
As the first doses of the H1N1 swine flu vaccine leave the manufacturers, federal health officials continue to stress the product's safety.

Child Growth Charts Often Difficult to Understand
The growth charts widely used in pediatricians' offices are not easily understood or interpreted by many parents, a new survey finds. The results of the survey are reported in the medical journal Pediatrics.

New Ban on Flavored Cigarettes Aimed at Young Smokers
Cigarettes flavored with vanilla, berry, or chocolate flavors, aimed at enticing young people to smoke, are no longer available in the US.

Lowering Blood Sugar to Decrease Inflammation Studied
Using certain glucose-lowering medications in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes does not appear to decrease inflammation association with the development of heart disease, according to a new study.

Lower Back Pain Eased with Yoga
According to a new study, chronic pain in the lower back may be eased with yoga.

H1N1 Flu Accompanies College Students Back to Campus
As college students head back to campus, clusters of H1N1 swine are being noted on many campuses. School administrators are working on efforts to encourage students to take preventative steps to keep the virus from spreading further.

Cancer Survival May be Affected by Marital Status
A new study finds that marital separation may negatively affect a person's recovery from cancer, even more so than being divorced or widowed.

Whole-Grain Cereals Have Nutrition Other than Fiber
A new study has found that natural antioxidants, known for their health-promoting properties, may be found in your morning bowl of cereal.

Colorectal Cancer Incidence, Death Rates May Decrease with Aspirin
A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) finds that taking aspirin might not only reduce the risk of getting colorectal cancer, but may also lower the odds of dying from the disease.

Home Medications Cause Most Accidental Poisonings
Medications found in the family medicine cabinet are the leading cause of accidental poisonings in US children, according to a new report.

Cloudy Skies May Cloud Your Thinking
People suffering from depression have been found to have memory and other cognitive (thinking skills) problems during gloomy weather, according to a new report.

Air Pollution, Parental Stress Can Affect Risk for Asthma
In addition to automobile exhaust, a new study finds that parents with high stress levels can also affect a child's risk for developing asthma.

Knee Cartilage Loss Linked to Being Overweight
According to a new report, being overweight or obese can cause rapid deterioration of the cartilage in the knee, leading to osteoarthritis - yet another reason for people to maintain a healthy body weight.

Acid Reflux Medications Should be Used with Caution
Ironically, a new study finds that drugs commonly used to treat heartburn and acid reflux may actually cause heartburn.

Higher Doses of Radiation Often Needed for Obese, Overweight Patients
New research indicates that people who are overweight and obese are usually given higher-than-normal doses of radiation in order to obtain usable X-ray images, even though the long-term effects are unknown.

Summer Time Means Tick and Mosquito Bite Time
Now that summer has officially arrived, millions of Americans will be picnicking in grassy fields and camping in the woods.

Lifestyle May Counter Genetic Influence on Blood Pressure
Having a genetic makeup that can promote the developmetnnt of high blood pressure does not necessarily mean that a person will acquire the condition.

Strict Diabetes Control with Heart Disease Still Under Review
The relationship between tight blood sugar control and the risk of heart trouble is still unclear, even after research involving two large diabetes clinical trials.

All 50 States Have Cases of the Swine Flu Virus
On Monday, US health officials reported swine flu cases in all 50 states, with the total number of people infected probably surpassing 200,000.

OTC Medication Labels Can Be Confusing to Parents
A new study has found that medication labels on children's over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine can be confusing to parents.

Children More Likely to Smoke if Mom Smoked During Pregnancy
According to researchers from the University of Arizona, smoking during pregnancy "biologically primes" a fetus to become a regular smoker as a teen and young adult.

Chronic Back Pain Relieved by Acupuncture
In a group of adult patients, chronic lower back pain was relieved by acupuncture, whether it pierced the skin or not.

US Officials See Hopeful Signs Although Swine Flu Cases Increase
This morning, confirmed cases of swine flu in the United States climbed to 642 in 41 states. Federal health officials say the revised numbers indicate they are catching up on a backlog of lab tests, rather than a sudden rise in new infections.

Swine Flu Outbreak Continues
The number of confirmed cases of swine flu, or H1N1 influenza, in the United States has increased to 64, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) late Tuesday morning.

More People Found to be Living with Paralysis
A new survey released this week shows that one in 50 Americans, or 5.6 million people, live with some form of paralysis.

Can a Drug Jumpstart the Bone-Healing Process?
Preliminary results released yesterday by US researchers reported on a drug that boosts the body's production of stem cells which appears to "jump-start" the bone-healing process to a point that older adults' bones heal as fast as children's bones.

Make Safety of Young Athletes a Priority
Children face a number of potential hazards as they suit up for youth sports, but many can be avoided with help from attentive parents. April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and experts want parents to be aware of the ways they can help protect children from harm.

Childhood Obesity Linked to Rapid Weight Gain In Infants
According to a recent Havard report, rapid weight gain in newborns during the first six months of life may also raise their risk for obesity as toddlers.

The Fear of Being Diagnosed with Diabetes
A new survey reveals that more than half of Americans fear developing diabetes, but many continue unhealthy behaviors that increase their odds of getting the blood sugar disease.

Revised Aspirin Therapy Guidelines
US experts have revised aspirin guidelines, stating that lower doses appear to be at least as effective as higher doses and safer at preventing heart attack in men and stroke in women.

Colonoscopy Remains the Gold Standard to Detect Colon Cancer
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Flu Virus Becoming Resistant to Drug
A new government report shows an increase in resistance to the antiviral drug Tamiflu. This antiviral drug is primarily linked to influenza A strains, the most common type of flu circulating in the United States.

Waiting For Biopsy Results May Be Harmful to Your Health
A Harvard research study found abnormal levels of a stress hormone in women waiting for breast biopsy results.

Stroke Risk Reduction Found In Women Who Consume Coffee
Spanish and American researchers suggest that drinking coffee appears to lower the risk for stroke among women, with more consumption translating into more protection.

Effects of Negative Emotions on the Heart Can Lead to Cardiac Problems
Taking a few minutes to relax, calm down, and simply enjoy life can do more than soothe your frayed nerves or troubled mind - it may save your life.

Can a Blood Test Predict Postpartum Depression?
Measuring hormone levels produced by the placenta during pregnancy may predict whether a woman is likely to develop postpartum depression, suggests a report published in this month issue of Archives of General Psychiatry.

Ovarian Preservation May Be a Safe Option in Endometrial Cancer
Women age 45 and younger who kept their ovaries while undergoing treatment for endometrial cancer showed no difference in survival rates compared to those that had their ovaries removed.

Consumers Urged to Avoid Peanut Butter Products During Salmonella Probe
The peanut butter recall continues to heat up as products containing peanut butter are being pulled from store shelves

A Poor Night's Sleep May Increase Your Risk for Catching a Cold
The risk of catching a cold increases when you get less than seven hours of sleep a night, researchers suggest.

Blood Donors Needed!
During the holiday season, the nation's blood supply tends to dip dangerously low because of a decline in donations.

Age-Related Cognitive Decline May Be Linked to High Blood Sugar Levels
Rising blood glucose levels have been identified by scientists as a possible contributing factor in age-related cognitive decline.

Healthy Eating Tips Can Lead to Happier Holdiays
Focus on keeping your weight steady with simple healthy eating strategies, rather than worry about gaining or losing weight during the holiday season. .

Reduced Rate of Teens' Car Crashes Related to Later School Start Time
Research findings suggest an increase in sleep means a sharper teenage driver.

Undertreatment of Women Linked to More Heart Attack Deaths
Recent studies show an increase in deaths and a difference in the medical treatment given to women compared to men when suffering a severe heart attack.

Think Toy Safety During The Holiday Season
On the shelves of reputable stores, shiny toys that seems perfectly safe are displayed in bright friendly packaging, but looks can be deceiving.

Survival During Cardiac Arrest May Depend on Noisy Breathing
A connection between noisy breathing and increased survival rates when someone is suffering sudden cardiac arrest.has been made by researchers.

Robots in the Home May Help the Elderly
Home healthcare assistance for American seniors may be provided by helpful robots In the near future, experts predict

The Rapid Rise of Food Allergies in Children
Rates of food allergies in children, such as milk, peanuts, and fish, are rising rapidly in the US.

Trouble Sleeping? Primary Insomnia Better Understood
A specific neurochemical imbalance found in adults with primary insomnia makes it more difficult for their brains to settle down for sleep, a new study says.

Drinking Your Vegetables May Lead to a Healthier You
People who make vegetable juice part of their daily diet are more likely to get recommended daily servings, according to a new research study.

Make Halloween a Safe and Spooktacular Night
It is that time of year when your kids want to dress up like Superman, Spider-Man or their favorite character from the latest blockbuster movie.

Better Protection Against the Flu for Infants and Toddlers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its recommendations about giving the flu vaccine to children for this year's upcoming flu season.

Exotic Pets In the Home May Lead to Illness
In some cases, exposing your children to the joys of exotic pet ownership, may also mean exposing them to infections and injuries.

Sources of Medication Research Funding May Be Under-Reported
Research published this week finds that the mainstream media often fail to report when drug company funding is used for studies of medications.

Treatment Outcomes for Cardiac Arrest Studied
A new analysis of cardiac arrest treated by emergency medical services in 10 areas in North America finds a large difference in survival rates.

Some Plastics Linked to Risk for Diabetes and Heart Disease
Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical found in plastics that include baby bottles and packaging for food and beverages, may put people at risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes, a new study concludes.

Better Understanding of "Winter Blues"
Researchers in Canada think that fluctuations in serotonin transporter levels may explain why many people suffer the winter blues.

Brief Screening Can Detect Postpartum Depression
New research has found that three simple questions were just as good as conventional screening for identifying potential postpartum depression among new mothers.

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Linked to Risk for Other Cancers
A new study has found that people with a history of nonmelanoma skin cancer face twice the risk of developing other malignancies.

Grapefruit and Other Juices May Affect Absorption of Some Medications
A new study has found that grapefruit juice, long known to boost the absorption of certain medications, is not the only juice that does not mix well with medications, according to the researcher who first identified the ill effects of grapefruit juice.

Obesity, Heart Disease Risk Studied
Two new studies released this week provide a twist of irony on the subject of obesity: Some obese people do not seem to be at increased risk for heart disease, while some normal-weight people have a number of heart disease risk factors.

Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Revised
Just-released prostate cancer screening guidelines are likely to cause comment and concern in the medical community in coming weeks and months.

Eating Fish Can Decrease Risk for Heart Disease
Near-daily consumption of fish over a lifetime is thought to be the reason that Japanese men are far less likely to have dangerous plaque build-up in their blood vessels than caucasian or Japanese-American men. This difference is seen even in light of high levels of smoking in the Japanese male population.

Easing Discomfort of Mammograms
It is a fact of life that mammograms are uncomfortable, but a new study suggests that applying a topical analgesic before the test could significantly ease the discomfort associated with the test.

Test May Detect Diabetes-Related Vision Problems Early
A just-released study shows that a new vision screening device, already shown to give an early warning of eye disease, could give physicians and patients a head start on treating diabetes and its vision complications.

Some Children May Need Cholesterol Medication
A leading group of pediatricians has released new guidelines that advise kids as young as 8 years old should be given cholesterol-lowering medications in hopes of preventing heart problems later in life.

Enjoy Fireworks on the Fourth - From Afar
Backyard fireworks can produce their own thrills, but mainly for young boys who love to blow stuff up. And therein lies the danger.

Brain Injury Another Result of Falls in Seniors
A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) due to falls caused nearly 8,000 deaths and 56,000 hospitalizations in 2005 among Americans age 65 and older.

Could Enhancing Food Flavors Promote Weight Loss?
A new study suggests that boosting the flavor of your food with calorie-free seasonings and sweeteners may help you feel fuller faster and decrease the amount you eat.

Salmonella Outbreak Likely Due to Raw Tomatoes
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has alerted consumers that the recent outbreak of salmonella contamination seems to be linked with certain types of raw red tomatoes and products containing these tomatoes.