- Fluoride May Be Linked to Decreased IQ, Says “Limited Data,” Hard-to-Interpret Study
- First U.S. Death From Bird Flu Reported in Louisiana
- Blood Test May Help Predict How Long Immunity Lasts
- DoxyPEP Lowers Rate of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Data Suggests
- Multilingual Children with Autism Show Improved Cognitive Function
- Access to Medical Test Results Is Confusing, Anxiety-Provoking
- Caregivers Face Mental, Physical Health Risks
- U.S. Whooping Cough Cases Surge
- Brain Volume, Health Linked to Socioeconomic Status
- Cruise Passenger Dies Amid Norovirus Outbreak That Sickened Dozens
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Cheap Chinese Goods May Mean More Smog in U.S., Study Finds
American consumers must shoulder some of the blame, researchers say
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Health Highlights: Jan. 21, 2014
Many Poor Americans Getting Medicaid Coverage Under Obamacare Family Members Often Make Medical Decisions for Elderly Patients: Study Chinese Health Worker Dies From Bird Flu, Upping Fears of Person-to-Person Spread
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Sleep During the Day May Throw Genes Into Disarray
Study might explain why health problems are more common among night workers
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Genes May Be to Blame for Hard-to-Handle Toddlers
But parents can still be successful in changing aggressive behavior, researchers say
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Quinoa May Be Safe Grain for People With Celiac Disease
Small study found no ill effects from consumption, although longer-term studies are needed, experts say
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Health Tip: Reducing Your Child’s Risk of Ear Infections
Don't let child lie flat while eating or drinking
- Posted January 21, 2014
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Vitamin D May Slow Multiple Sclerosis, Study Suggests
But whether MS patients should take supplements is subject of debate
- Posted January 20, 2014
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Concussions Common in Middle School Girls Playing Soccer: Study
Many continue to play through symptoms, increasing risk of second injury, experts say
- Posted January 20, 2014
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Disinfectants Can’t Defeat Salmonella in Food-Processing Plants: Study
Researchers say findings point to need to keep bacteria out of production areas
- Posted January 20, 2014