- Human Cell Atlas Will Be ‘Google Maps’ for Health Research
- U.S. Postpartum Depression Diagnoses Doubled in a Decade
- California Child Tests Positive for Bird Flu
- About 1 in 10 U.S. Adults Have High Cholesterol
- Four Million Americans Could Lose Health Coverage Once ACA Credits Expire
- Child-Teacher Bond in Early Education Could Have Lasting Impact
- Surgeon General Says U.S. Smoking Rates Have Tumbled, But Not for Everyone
- Earlier Type 2 Diabetes Diagnoses Bring Higher Odds for Dementia
- A-fib Plus Heart Failure a Dangerous Combo
- Psychologists’ Group Issues First Guidance to Parents on Teen Online Video Use
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Most Seniors Could Use Statins Under New Guidelines
Many eligible for cholesterol-lowering drugs based on age alone, study finds
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Kids’ Bag Lunches Not Meeting Nutrition Guidelines: Study
Second study found that providing classroom breakfast didn't improve grades, though longer-term studies are needed
- Posted November 24, 2014
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More Advanced Emergency Care May Be Worse for Cardiac Arrest Victims: Study
Good CPR, getting to hospital fast resulted in better outcomes than using sophisticated methods
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Young Guys in Large Vehicles Most Likely to Survive Crash
Study found that in head-on collisions, lowest death rate was seen among those aged 15-24
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Childhood Obesity Brings Host of Health Problems, Researchers Report
High blood pressure, liver problems and heart disease risk upped in heavy kids
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Jogging May Help Seniors Walk Better
Study found that the high-aerobic activity of running helped people walk more efficiently
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Rx for Better Health Care: Kindness and Compassion
Data suggests that gentler, thoughtful approach helps boost patient outcomes, experts say
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Talk Therapy Linked To Lower Suicide Risk
Danish study finds multiple sessions help prevent repeat attempts at ending life
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Eczema Cases Rising Among U.S. Children: Report
For most, proper skin care and topical treatments help, experts say
- Posted November 24, 2014
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Some Newly Insured Under ‘Obamacare’ May Have Trouble Finding Doctors
In certain markets, wary physicians, narrow provider networks pose obstacles to care
- Posted November 24, 2014