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News for November 2007

  
11/30/07News article Cancer Patients Gain From Reporting Symptoms Online
News article Cholesterol-Stroke Relationship Puzzles Researchers
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 30, 2007
News article Diets May Raise Cancer Risk for Poor, Urban Women
News article Extra Doses of Vitamins C, E Don't Guard Against Preeclampsia
News article Female Mammals May Select Out Competing Sperm
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 30, 2007
News article Health Tip: Burping Your New Baby
News article Health Tip: The Road to a Healthy Heart
News article High Blood Pressure Could Exacerbate Alzheimer's
News article Ibuprofen Preserves Lung Function in Kids With Cystic Fibrosis
News article Study Probes Source of Knee Arthritis Pain
News article Tracking Drug Levels Helps Pregnant Women With Epilepsy
News article We Can! Program Takes Aim at Childhood Obesity
  
11/29/07News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 29, 2007
News article FDA Mulls Cutting Salt in Processed Foods
News article Fewer Women Getting Mammograms
News article Gene Tweak Reverses Aging in Mouse Skin Cells
News article Handwashing, Masks Beat Drugs at Fighting Flu
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 29, 2007
News article Health Tip: Cut Baby's Nails
News article Health Tip: Female Infertility
News article Knowing Heart Risk Keeps Patients on Cholesterol Drugs
News article Progesterone Won't Shield Women Against Alzheimer's
News article Research Can Help Close Cancer 'Race Gap'
News article Studies Reveal Why Breast Cancer Hits Black Women Harder
  
11/28/07Federal Press Release High-Trauma Fractures in Older Men and Women Linked to Osteoporosis
News article 3-D Breast Imaging May Improve Cancer Detection
News article Autistic Children Have More Gray Matter in Brains
News article Cancer-Suppressing Gene Tied to Female Fertility
News article Cell Protein Might Help Treat ALS
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 28, 2007
News article Drug May Help Reverse Clotting Deficiency
News article FDA Panel Backs Tougher Warning on Asthma Drugs for Kids
News article Genes May Explain Role of Race in Colon Cancer Risk
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 28, 2007
News article Health Tip: Bringing Baby Home
News article Health Tip: Severe Food Allergy?
News article Lack of Sleep Tied to Weight Gain in New Moms
News article Novel Compounds May Battle Diseases of Aging
News article Obesity Rates Leveling Off Among U.S. Adults
News article Rise in CT Scans Poses Cancer Risk
News article Saline Wash May Ease Shoulder Tendonitis
  
11/27/07Federal Press Release HHS Launches Childhood Overweight and Obesity Prevention Initiative
Federal Press Release More Accurate Method of Estimating Breast Cancer Risk in African American Women Developed
Federal Press Release Training Guide Helps Older Adults Find Health Information Online
News article 'High-Trauma' Fractures Tied to Weak Bones
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 27, 2007
News article Combo PET/CT Scan Helps Spot Breast Cancer's Spread
News article Criteria Predict Women's 5-Year Risk for Fracture
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 27, 2007
News article Health Tip: Build Healthy Bones
News article Health Tip: Stay Safe in the Kitchen
News article High-Carb Diet Raises Women's Diabetes Risk
News article Infusion Therapy Raises Death Risk for Some Heart Patients
News article Low Testosterone Might Shorten Men's Lives
News article New Automated System Can ID Disaster Victims in Minutes
News article Obesity Keeps Patients From Needed CT Scans After Surgery
News article PET Scans Could Boost Lung Cancer Diagnosis
News article Undocumented Hispanics Less Likely to Use U.S. Health Care Services
  
11/26/07Federal Press Release Health Disparities in HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STDs, and TB
Federal Press Release Public Service Campaign for Hispanic Youth on the Link between Non-Injection Drugs and HIV
News article ATV Injuries on the Rise
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 26, 2007
News article Defibrillators Not Dangerous While Driving
News article Depression Linked to Bone Loss in Younger Women
News article Drug Combos Effective Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
News article Exercise May Help Female Astronauts Stay Strong
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 26, 2007
News article Health Tip: Caring for a Sprain
News article Health Tip: Put Nightmares to Bed
News article Low Levels of 'Good' Cholesterol May Slow Stroke Recovery
News article Non-White Women More Prone to Breast Cancer Pain
News article Prostate Cancer Treatments Often Compound Existing Health Problems
News article Special MRI Shows Secondhand Smoke Damages Lungs
News article Understanding of Mammography Differs Among Races
News article Urban Women May Have Greater Breast Cancer Risk
  
11/25/07News article Back Pain Prevention Should Start With a Plan
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 25, 2007
News article Tooth Decay Is Kids' Stuff
  
11/24/07News article Health Highlights: Nov. 24, 2007
  
11/23/07News article Fetal Exposure to Arsenic Affects Genes
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 23, 2007
News article Health Tip: Emotional Reasons for Erectile Dysfunction
News article Health Tip: Fluid in the Ear
News article Saline Irrigation Eases Chronic Nasal Symptoms
News article Sleep Problems Plague the Older Set
News article Teen Boys at Growing Risk for Eating Disorders
  
11/22/07News article Competition Affects Your Perception of Your Paycheck
News article Cranberry Sauce May Be Healthy Treat
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 22, 2007
News article Health Tip: Eat Healthy When You Eat Out
News article Health Tip: Make the Holidays More Meaningful
News article Many Americans Can't Afford to Eat Right
News article There's More Than Turkey Behind Holiday Yawns
  
11/21/07News article Aging Isn't About Slowing Down, Experts Say
News article Babies Can Tell Friend From Foe
News article Brain Area Recognizes Familiar Sounds
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 21, 2007
News article Drug Combo Boosts Multiple Myeloma Survival
News article Global Warming May Trigger Rise in Heart Deaths
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 21, 2007
News article Health Tip: Keep Kids on a Realistic Schedule
News article Health Tip: Managing Menopause
News article Jobs Don't Stress Most Older Workers
News article Lung Transplants May Not Help Most Cystic Fibrosis Children
News article Make Thanksgiving a Feast of Health
News article Most U.S. Companies Do Little to Boost Worker Health Benefits
News article Researchers Spot Link Between Heart Disease, Income
News article Smoking Before, After Pregnancy Harms Daughters' Fertility
  
11/20/07News article Abilify Approved as Additional Treatment for Major Depression
News article Citrus Juice Gives Boost to Green Tea Antioxidants
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 20, 2007
News article Experts Issue Guidelines on Diagnosing Seizure
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 20, 2007
News article Health Tip: Before a Wart is Removed
News article Health Tip: Buying Athletic Shoes
News article Hurricanes Katrina, Rita Left Skin Rashes in Their Wake
News article In-the-Field Facial Surgery Helps Injured Troops in Iraq
News article Pedometer Pushes People to Walk More
News article PET Scans Can Spot Cervical Cancer's Return
News article Rapid Response Teams Can Save Hospitalized Kids
News article Scientists Turn Human Skin Cells Into Stem Cells
News article Urine Test Results Can Point to Heart Dangers
News article Why Obese Men Post Lower PSA Levels
  
11/19/07Federal Press Release 2007 National Prevention and Health Promotion Summit
News article Cannabis Compound May Stop Metastatic Breast Cancer
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 19, 2007
News article Farming, Fatherhood Hallmarks of Men Who Live to 100
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 19, 2007
News article Health Tip: Taking a Home Pregnancy Test
News article Health Tip: Why Get an Annual Physical?
News article Heart Death Rates Worsening for Middle-Aged Adults
News article High Blood Pressure Linked to Disability, Dementia
News article Ill-Fitting Shoes a Danger to Diabetics
News article Migraine Tied to Thickening in Brain Area
News article Nexavar Approved for Liver Cancer
News article Non-English-Speaking Patients Face Barriers to Health Care
News article Research Reveals Nutrient's Impact on the Embryo
News article Tonsillectomy Not Always Cost-Effective for Kids' Throat Woes
  
11/18/07News article Health Highlights: Nov. 18, 2007
News article Mini Strokes: Major Health Threats
News article Talking With Others May Make You Smarter
  
11/17/07News article Health Highlights: Nov. 17, 2007
News article Simple Tips Keep the Flu at Bay
  
11/16/07News article Cell Insights May Predict Breast Cancer's Spread
News article Chocolate Craving Has Ancient Roots
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 16, 2007
News article Diet Drug Rimonabant Tied to Depression, Anxiety
News article Early Sexual Activity May Curb Teen Delinquency
News article Fetal Heart Rate Points to Later Child Development
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 16, 2007
News article Health Tip: Avoid Holiday Overeating
News article Health Tip: Sledding Safely
News article Hispanics Receive Fewer Surgeries for Vascular Disease
News article Live Christmas Trees Can Trigger Mold Allergies
News article Major U.S. Autism Study Gets Under Way
News article Older Patients Can Do Well With Kidney Transplant
  
11/15/07Federal Press Release 2008 Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage and Medicare Advantage Plans Ends December 31, 2007
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 15, 2007
News article Drug Fights Medication-Linked Bone Loss
News article Experts Release New Cystic Fibrosis Guidelines
News article FDA Hears Pros, Cons of Pharmacist-to-Patient Drug Sales
News article Fish, Fruits, Veggies May Cut Dementia Risk
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 15, 2007
News article Health Tip: Controlling Body Odor in Teens
News article Health Tip: Exercise Helps Your Heart
News article Inflammation Can't Explain Depression's Link to Heart Disease
News article More Black Children Dying From Diabetes
News article Muscular Dystrophy Treatment Shows Promise
News article Older Hypertension Patients Less Likely to Get Lifestyle Advice
News article Some Epilepsy Patients Not Always Aware of Seizures
News article Ultrasound Beats Blood Test for Gauging Ovarian Cancers: Study
News article Vietnam Vets Study Links Asthma and PTSD
  
11/14/07News article A Full and Long Life, Despite Diabetes
News article Adult Type 2 Diabetes Can Be Predicted in Childhood
News article Avandia Label to Get Heart-Attack Warning
News article Blacks, Hispanics Live Longer With Alzheimer's
News article Breast-Feeding Cuts Food Allergy Risk
News article Cell Structure Helps Direct Cancer Gene 'Switch'
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 14, 2007
News article Defensive Protein Linked to Asthma
News article Drug Helps Fight Late-Stage Colon Cancer in Some Patients
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 14, 2007
News article Health Tip: Carrying Twins?
News article Health Tip: Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
News article Jennifer Garner Puts Flu Shot in the Spotlight
News article Kids Who Skimp on Sleep Tend to Be Fatter
News article Nicotine-Reduced Cigarettes Could Boost Quitting
  
11/13/07Federal Press Release Diabetes Rates Are Increasing Among Youth
News article Babies Born Few Weeks Early Face Higher Death Risk
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 13, 2007
News article Eye Surgery Errors Rare But Serious
News article FDA Mulls Direct Pharmacist-to-Patient Drug Sales
News article Follow-Up Exams Uncover More Iraq Vets With Emotional Woes
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 13, 2007
News article Health Tip: Preventing Dry Eyes
News article Health Tip: Selecting a Day-Care Center
News article Low-Carb Diet May Slow Prostate Tumor Growth
News article Nitrite, Nitrate-Rich Foods Boost Heart Attack Outcomes
News article Rules on Patients' Medical Data Hampering Research
News article Study Challenges Colon Cancer Surgery Follow-Up
News article U.S. Chlamydia Infections Hit All-Time High
News article Vaccine-Preventable Deaths Reach New Low in U.S.
  
11/12/07Federal Press Release Brain Matures a Few Years Late in ADHD, But Follows Normal Pattern
News article ADHD Delays Growth of Certain Brain Areas
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 12, 2007
News article Exercise Eases Fibromyalgia Symptoms: Study
News article Experts Release New Asthma Care Guidelines
News article Eyeglasses Upgrade Helps Elderly Battle Depression
News article Fallout From Failed AIDS Vaccine Could Dampen Research
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 12, 2007
News article Health Tip: Aches and Pains?
News article Health Tip: Suggestions for Healthy Skin
News article Key to MRSA Virulence in Community Discovered
News article Long-Term Beta Carotene Use May Protect Against Dementia
News article Major Stroke Risk Substantial After Minor Event: Study
News article New Guideline Targets Treatment of Stable COPD
News article Obesity Linked to Prostate Cancer Death Rates
News article Smoking Boosts Blood Pressure in Women
  
11/11/07Federal Press Release Scientists Identify Factor Key to Severity of Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staph Infections
News article Cocaine Use Dulls Brain's Sensitivity to Rewards
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 11, 2007
News article New Test Criteria Spots Rheumatoid Arthritis Sooner
  
11/10/07News article Arthritis Takes Major Toll on Workplace
News article Blacks in Poor Areas Less Likely to Be On Kidney Transplant Lists
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 10, 2007
  
11/09/07News article Antibody Test Could Spot Rheumatoid Arthritis Early
News article Botox Offers Shot in Arm for Arthritis Sufferers
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 9, 2007
News article Close to Barefoot Best for Arthritic Knees
News article Drugs Can Ease Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
News article Gout Drug Shows Promise
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 9, 2007
News article Health Tip: After Hysterectomy
News article Health Tip: When a Stomachache Requires Medical Attention
News article NSAID Drug Therapy Fails to Ease Back Pain
News article Older Adults No More Distractible Than Younger Set
News article Pill Poses Little Cervical Cancer Risk
News article Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Heart Disease Threat
News article Severe Urinary Problems Boost Death Risk in Older Men
News article Total Knee Replacement Safe for Most Patients
News article U.S. Flu Vaccine Plentiful: CDC
News article Vioxx Settlement Puts Painkillers Back in the Spotlight
News article Zyrtec-D Approved Without Prescription
  
11/08/07Federal Press Release COPD Awareness Month
News article A Little Wine, Sunlight Help Boost Women's Health
News article Brain Yields Clues to False Memories
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 8, 2007
News article FDA Issues New Warnings for Anemia Drugs
News article Fish Really May Be Brain Food
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 8, 2007
News article Health Tip: Help Prevent Pneumonia
News article Health Tip: Kids Get Indigestion, Too
News article One-Third of Popular Songs Refer to Substance Abuse
News article Scientists Find Way to Track Stem Cells in Brain
News article Sticking With Meds Lowers Elderly Fracture Risk
News article Summer Vacation Undermines School-Based Weight Loss
News article U.S. Smoking Rates Stall
News article Vioxx Ban Tied to Rise in Serious GI Trouble
  
11/07/07News article Caffeine Therapy Boosts Preemies' Outcomes
News article Cholesterol Drug Tied to Sleep Disturbances
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 7, 2007
News article Diabetes Drug Helps Protect Patients' Eyes
News article Diesel Exhaust Increases Clot Formation
News article Doctors Report High Survival Rates for Hodgkin's Disease
News article Excess Pounds Raise Women's Cancer Risk
News article Experimental Drug Fights Prostate Cancer
News article FDA Seeks Food Recall Authority
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 7, 2007
News article Health Tip: People With Cancer Can Exercise
News article Health Tip: Some Medications May Aggravate Asthma
News article Heart Defects Can Delay Baby's Brain Development
News article Many Patients Stop Taking Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs
News article Many Vaccine Booster Shots Unnecessary: Study
News article Regular Exercise Helps Fight Heart Failure
News article Spirituality Helps Older Black Women Beat Hypertension
News article Stem Cells Show Early Promise for Heart Problems
  
11/06/07News article 'Empty-Calorie' Diet Tied to Preclinical Heart Disease
News article Abilify Approved for Adolescents With Schizophrenia
News article Atkins Diet Can Raise Heart Risks
News article Blood Pressure Vaccine Shows Promise
News article Blood Pressure, Heartbeat Problems Aggravate Alzheimer's
News article Cardiac Device Won't Help Some Heart Failure Patients
News article Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 6, 2007
News article Early HRT Protects a Woman's Heart
News article Energy Drinks Could Pose Blood Pressure Risks
News article Experimental Drug Fails Against Heart Failure
News article Experts Propose Rules to Rate Hospitals' Safety
News article Health Highlights: Nov. 6, 2007
News article Health Tip: Foods That Cause Gas
News article Health Tip: Relaxation Techniques
News article High-Fat Diet Can Disrupt Body's Clock
News article Kidney Disease Increasing in U.S.
News article Nicotine Plus Alcohol May Be Tough to Beat
News article Obesity Leaves More Americans With Physical Limitations
News article Reflux Problems Not Limited to Adults
News article Statins After Bypass Lower Stroke Risk

Last updated Nov 04, 2008 16:45:14

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