- 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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Health Highlights: Aug. 18, 2014
Cyber Attack Affects 4.5 Million Patients' Data Liberia Ebola Clinic Attack Could Harm Efforts to Control Outbreak 'Ice Bucket Challenge' Boosts Donations to ALS Association
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Doctors ID New Ways to Get More Kids Vaccinated
Messages that focus on benefits to the child have the most impact, study finds
- Posted August 18, 2014
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HPV Vaccine Protects Against Infection 8 Years Out: Study
Doctors continue to urge parents to get the recommended three doses for their preteens
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Childhood Mental Disability Rates Up, Study Finds
Largest increase reported among wealthier families
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Co-Workers Take Dim View of Women Who Seek Flex Time: Study
But men who seek time for kids are viewed positively, researchers find
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Study: Vigorous Exercise Seems Safe for Heart Transplant Recipients
Small trial found intense activity can improve exercise capacity, lower blood pressure
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Health Tip: Practice a Well-Balanced Exercise Program
Don't focus on just one form of activity
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Health Tip: Reducing Your Chances of Heart Disease if You Have Diabetes
Keep risk factors in check
- Posted August 18, 2014
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Ease Kids Into School Sleep Schedules
Making the adjustment 'doesn't just happen overnight,' health expert says
- Posted August 17, 2014
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Settling Back-to-School Nerves
Expert offers parents tips on reducing anxieties, jitters for kids
- Posted August 16, 2014