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News for February 2008

  
02/29/08Federal Press Release Increased Allergen Levels in Homes Linked to Asthma
Federal Press Release New Study of Targeted Therapies for Breast Cancer Establishes Model for Global Clinical Trials
Federal Press Release NHLBI Issues First U.S. von Willebrand Disease Clinical Practice Guidelines
Federal Press Release NIDDK Publishes Resources about Bladder Problems
News article Abilify Approved for Children With Bipolar Disorder
News article Arcalyst Treats Rare Inflammatory Disorders
News article Babies Really Can Light Up Your Life
News article Baxter Recalls Rest of Heparin Products
News article Carb Intake, Obesity Tied to Rise in Esophageal Cancers
News article Chemo Break Benefits Some Men With Prostate Cancer
News article Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Tied to Tendon Woes
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 29, 2008
News article Common Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Won't Raise Blood Cancer Risk
News article Disabled Cite Need to Improve Wireless Devices
News article Double Lung Transplant Better for Younger COPD Patients
News article Genetic Factors for Smoking Boost Chronic Bronchitis Risk
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 29, 2008
News article Health Tip: A Word About Warts
News article Health Tip: Get More Whole Grains
News article Marker for Diabetes Might Miss Early Vision Complication
News article Monkey Gene That Blocks AIDS Viruses Evolved More Than Once
News article Vitamin E Supplements May Raise Lung Cancer Risk
  
02/28/08Federal Press Release CDC Study Reveals Adults May Not Get Enough Rest or Sleep
Federal Press Release FDA Approves Nexium for Use in Children Ages 1-11 Years
Federal Press Release High Blood Cholesterol Newest Offering on NIHSeniorHealth Website
News article Age-Related Macular Degeneration Doubles Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
News article Biomarkers for Mood May Alter Psychiatric Treatments
News article Broccoli Sprout Extract Hinders Bladder Cancer Development
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 28, 2008
News article Gene Expression Differences Affect Drug Response
News article GERD Drug Approved for Younger Children
News article Ginkgo Biloba Might Not Preserve Memory in Octogenarians
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 28, 2008
News article Health Tip: Depression in Children
News article Health Tip: Muscle Injury?
News article Heart Hormones Beat Back Cancers in Mice
News article New Gene for Lou Gehrig's Disease Identified
News article Newborn Screening Suggests Decline in Cystic Fibrosis
News article Researchers ID Gene Behind Rare Form of Epilepsy
News article Scientists Find Cancer Culprits in Cigarette Smoke
News article Spanking Raises Chances of Risky, Deviant Sexual Behavior
  
02/27/08Federal Press Release CDC’s Advisory Committee Recommends Influenza Vaccination for Children 6 months through 18 years of age
News article 'Diabulimia' Triples Risk of Death Among Women With Diabetes
News article CDC Panel Urges Extending Flu Vaccine Coverage for Kids
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 27, 2008
News article Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 27, 2008
News article Health Tip: Canker Sores
News article Health Tip: What's Behind My Migraine?
News article Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
News article Research May Yield New Weapons Against Sepsis
News article Satisfaction After Fibroid Embolization Similar to Hysterectomy
News article Some Countries May Have Slowed Bird Flu's Spread
News article Two Drugs Found Equal in Treatment of Septic Shock
News article Tysabri May Cause Liver Damage, Health Officials Say
News article Vaccine Protects Monkeys from Ebola, Marburg Viruses
  
02/26/08Federal Press Release Teens with Treatment-resistant Depression More Likely to Get Better with Switch to Combination Therapy
News article Adult Stem Cells Help Those With Immune Disorders, Heart Disease
News article Anemia Drugs for Cancer Patients Increase Death Risk
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 26, 2008
News article Cost of Breast Cancer Can Include Paycheck
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 26, 2008
News article Health Tip: Prevent Runner's Knee
News article Health Tip: Watch For Frostbite
News article HIV Drug in Microbicide Gel Safe for Daily Use
News article National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
News article New Hope for Depressed Teens
News article Study Finds Variations in Doses of Radiation Therapy
News article Teen Aggression May Really Be a State of Mind
News article U.S. Health Care Spending to Double by 2017, Report Predicts
News article Web Tool Aids Men in Prostate Decisions
  
02/25/08Federal Press Release Study Finds Improved Cognitive Health among Older Americans
News article Antibiotic Use in Dementia Patients Questioned
News article Blood Clots in Legs, Lungs Predispose Patients to Repeat Episodes
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 25, 2008
News article Doing Angioplasty Long After Heart Attack Still Worth It, Analysis Shows
News article Hair Tells Tale of Where You've Been
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 25, 2008
News article Health Tip: Counting Baby's Kicks
News article Health Tip: Get Enough Vitamin C
News article HRT Can Lead to Abnormal Mammograms, Biopsies
News article Laser Screen Detects Diseases in Breath
News article Many Patients Fail to Take Drugs After Heart Attack
News article More Elderly Americans Living With Heart Failure
News article TV Could Be Disrupting Your Kid's Sleep
News article Viral Infections Tied to Pregnancy Complications
  
02/24/08News article Health Highlights: Feb. 23, 2008
News article How to Be Heart Smart at the Supermarket
News article When Worry Consumes You
  
02/23/08News article FDA OKs Avastin for Advanced Breast Cancer
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 23, 2008
News article More Risk Factors, Less Access to Care Behind Higher Stroke Rates in U.S.
  
02/22/08News article Aggressive Therapy for Crohn's Disease Produces Better Outcomes
News article Aquatic Exercises May Ease Fibromyalgia
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 22, 2008
News article Current Blood Sugar Control Test Results 'Inaccurate'
News article Earlier Colon Cancer Screens Urged for Smokers
News article Experts Offer Clarity on Confusion Surrounding Stents
News article FDA Panel OKs 3 New Flu Strains for Next Year's Vaccine
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 22, 2008
News article Health Tip: Before You Get Pregnant
News article Health Tip: Don't Get Burned by Hot Water
News article Health Tip: Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy
News article Heart Disease Deaths Over-Reported in New York City
News article Humira Approved for Children's Arthritis
News article Most Internet Sex Offenders Target Teens, Not Kids
News article New Stroke Therapies Show Promise
News article Stimulating Thymus Reactivates T-Cell Production
News article Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe
News article Stroke Risk Factors Drain Memory
  
02/21/08Federal Press Release Disparities in Awareness of Heart Attack Warning Signs
News article Awareness of Heart Attack Signs Lags in U.S.
News article Cats Help Shield Owners From Heart Attack
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 21, 2008
News article Daytime Dozing Might Raise Stroke Risk
News article Fast Food Ads Fueling Obesity Among Hispanic Kids
News article Fish Oil Flounders, But Fiber Might Lower Stroke Risk
News article Global Analysis of Human DNA Tracks Migration, Identity
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 21, 2008
News article Health Tip: Getting Enough Sleep During Pregnancy
News article Health Tip: Treatment Options for Osteoarthritis
News article Hemophilia Treatment Approved
News article Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
News article Mouse Study Probes Workings of Memory
News article New Stroke Treatments Reduce Brain Damage, Improve Recovery
News article Poverty Drains Nutrition From Family Diet
News article Taking Multiple Pain Relievers May Cause Complications
  
02/20/08News article Cancer Death Rates Still Declining
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 20, 2008
News article Cognitive Impairment Declining in Older Adults
News article Cutting Back on Salt Cuts Down on Sodas With Kids
News article DNA Findings Reveal Genetic History of Humans
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 20, 2008
News article Health Tip: Is GERD Causing Sleep Problems?
News article Health Tip: Prevent Antibiotic Overuse
News article In-Hospital Stroke Deaths Rise on Nights, Weekends
News article Mammograms Might Spot Stroke Risk
News article Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk
News article More Evidence of Danger From Heart Surgery Drug
News article Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes
News article Researchers Make Stem Cells That Secrete Insulin
News article Stem Cells Repair Stroke Damage in Rats
News article Surgery Best for Narrowing of Spine
  
02/19/08Federal Press Release Smoking’s Effects on Genes May Play a Role in Lung Cancer Development and Survival
News article 2 Mutations Were Critical to Spread of 1918 Flu
News article Biannual Antibiotics May Cut Major Cause of Blindness in Africa
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 19, 2008
News article Combination of Thyroid Medicines Not Necessary
News article Combo Treatment Best for Melanoma, Advanced Ovarian Cancer
News article Eyes a Window to Hearing Loss?
News article Gecko's Stickiness Inspires New Surgical Bandage
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 19, 2008
News article Health Tip: Timeouts for Toddlers
News article Health Tip: Zinc in Your Diet
News article Heart Attacks in Hospital More Deadly at Night, on Weekends
News article Hypertension a Health Challenge for Women
News article Missing Chromosome Improves Response to Brain Tumor Treatment
News article No Difference Found in Treatments for Acute Kidney Failure
  
02/18/08News article Antibiotics Do Little for Inner Ear Infections
News article Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Ease Irregular Heartbeat
News article E-mails Improve Patient-Surgeon Communication
News article Free Drugs After Heart Attack Would Save Money, Lengthen Lives
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 18, 2008
News article Health Tip: Grinding Your Teeth?
News article Health Tip: Understanding Astigmatism
News article Mix-Up Behind FDA's Failure to Inspect China Blood-Thinner Plant
News article New MS Drug Target Shows Promise
News article One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many
News article Pitch Patterns Play Greater Role in Speech Perception
News article Portable Computer Devices Can Aid Exercise Programs
News article Study Suggests Glucosamine Won't Ease Hip Arthritis
News article Timely Cancer Diagnosis Linked to Insurance Status
  
02/17/08News article Chemotherapy After Breast Cancer Surgery Effective for Older Women, Too
News article Don't Lose Sight of Vision Care, Group Urges
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 17, 2008
  
02/16/08News article Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 16, 2008
  
02/15/08News article Blacks Awaiting Lung Transplants Face Poorer Outcomes
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 15, 2008
News article Daily Stress May Raise Women's Risk of Cervical Cancer
News article Flu Widespread in U.S., but Vaccine Is Poor Match
News article Harnessing the Mind to Manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 15, 2008
News article Health Tip: Caring for a Newborn's Umbilical Cord
News article Health Tip: Signs of an Unhealthy Menstrual Cycle
News article HEPA Filters May Improve Cardiovascular Health
News article IBS Symptoms More Acute in Women With History of Abuse
News article Ignition Locks Prevent Repeat DWI Offenses
News article Obesity Raises Cancer Risk
News article Unlike Fine Wine, Crabby People Don't Age Well
News article Viral Therapy Slows Pediatric Tumors in Mice
  
02/14/08Federal Press Release CDC Study Warns of Deaths Due to the “Choking Game”
Federal Press Release FDA Issues Public Health Advisory on Chantix
News article 'Choking Game' Turned Deadly for 82 Youths
News article Acute Coronary Events Drop After Italy's Public Smoking Ban
News article Cancer Drug Works Against MS in Early Trial
News article DDT Compound Speeds Breast Cancer Growth
News article Drug Cuts Muscle Damage After Heart Attack
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 14, 2008
News article Health Tip: Causes for Jaundice
News article Health Tip: Painful Urination
News article Older Smokers More Likely to Deny Habit
News article Overabundance of Immune Cells Might Trigger Lupus
News article Scientists Show Stem Cells Don't Cause Cancer
News article Single Mutation in Mitochondrial DNA Weakens Heart, Muscles
News article Tango Classes Put Parkinson's Patients a Step Ahead
News article Transplanted Liver Lining Cells May Cure Hemophilia
News article U.S. Seeks to Limit Animal Testing of Toxic Chemicals
News article When It Comes to a Mate, Beauty Can't Be Beat
  
02/13/08News article Airplane Noise Boosts Blood Pressure Even During Sleep
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 13, 2008
News article Drops of Fatty Acid Curb Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome
News article Drug-Coated Balloons Keep Leg Arteries Open: Study
News article Fixing Poor Vision Boosts Preschoolers' Test Scores
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 13, 2008
News article Health Tip: If Your Child Goes to the Hospital
News article Health Tip: Let Shin Splints Heal
News article Kidney Cancer Drug Linked to Higher Rate of Heart Problems
News article Many Prostate Cancers Will Not Need Treatment
News article Marijuana Use Among MS Patients Raises Risk for Cognitive, Mood Problems
News article PTSD a Risk Factor for Long-Term Disease
  
02/12/08News article Back Pain Spending Up, Relief Down
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 12, 2008
News article Corneal Transplants Can Carry Infection Risk
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 12, 2008
News article Health Tip: Allergy Shots Aren't for Everyone
News article Health Tip: Pack a Healthier Lunch
News article HPV-Positive Head and Neck Cancers Fare Better
News article Lack of Brain Protein May Explain 'Rain Man' Abilities
News article Learning Disabilities May Presage Later Language Problems
News article Muscle Fatigue Drug May Fight Heart Failure
News article Ovary Removal Protects Some High-Risk Women
News article Precancerous Breast Lesions Cause Unnecessary Worry
News article Respiratory Distress Treatment Studies Conflict
News article Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
News article Vaccine Could Cut Bouts With Stomach Flu
  
02/11/08News article 'Fluorescent' Retinal Cells Warn of Eye Disease
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 11, 2008
News article Depression Rarely Discussed With RA Patients
News article Disability Stronger Predictor of Longevity Than Disease Is
News article Epilepsy Drug Doesn't Prevent Migraines
News article Gene Variations Help Regulate Response to Stress
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 11, 2008
News article Health Tip: Baby Teeth Need Attention
News article Health Tip: Reduce Stress at Work
News article High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
News article Manufacturer Halts Production of Blood Thinner Heparin
News article More Gene Variations Found That Raise Prostate Cancer Risk
News article Most Breast Cancer Web Pages Contain Reliable Information
News article Most With High Blood Pressure Don't Follow Recommended Diet
News article Scientists Reprogram Human Skin Cells Into Embryonic Stem Cells
News article Sugar Substitutes May Contribute to Weight Gain
  
02/10/08Federal Press Release NIAID Scientists Identify New Cellular Receptor for HIV
News article Baseline Exam Is Key to Eye Health
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 10, 2008
News article Spouse's Sickness Bodes Ill for Partner's Health
  
02/09/08News article Americans Abandoning National Parks
News article Campaign Targets Noise-Induced Hearing Loss in Kids
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 9, 2008
  
02/08/08Federal Press Release FDA Notifies Public of Adverse Reactions Linked to Botox Use
News article Blacks More Likely to Die of Severe Sepsis
News article Chronic Pain Harms Brain's Wiring
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 8, 2008
News article Depression in Young Doctors Tied to Medication Errors
News article Drug Combo Tied to Kidney Risk With Some Cardiac Surgeries
News article FDA Warns of Children's Deaths Linked to Botox
News article For Males, Video Game Rewards Are All in the Mind
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 8, 2008
News article Health Tip: Giving Pain Medication to Your Child
News article Health Tip: Protect Your Child From Flu
News article Health Tip: Understanding Laryngitis
News article Heart Attack Seldom Leads to Healthier Diet
News article Mutual Resentment in Marriage Can Be Deadly
News article PET Scans Best for Measuring Response to Sarcoma Treatment
News article Quitting Marijuana Just as Hard as Quitting Cigarettes
News article Staying Dry at Beach May Spare Your Stomach
  
02/07/08News article 'Decellularized' Heart Valve Approved
News article Acupuncture May Aid In Vitro Fertilization
News article Birth Problems Linked to Teenage Fathers
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 7, 2008
News article Domestic Violence Harms Long-Term Health of Victims
News article Gene Linked to Inflammatory Arthritis Also Raises Heart Risks
News article Gene Plays 'Jekyll-and-Hyde' Role in Deadly Brain Cancer
News article Harnessing Human Energy for Medical Good
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 7, 2008
News article Health Tip: Pain Isn't a Normal Part of Aging
News article Low-Carb Diets Better Than Low-Fat Diets at Preventing Diabetes
News article Natural Secretion Marks Difference Between Ordinary Mole and Melanoma
News article Pathology Reports Good for Breast Cancer Studies
News article Report Shows Dangerous Chemical Can Leach From Baby Bottles
News article Tattooing Best Way to Deliver DNA Vaccines
  
02/06/08Federal Press Release Generic Fosamax Approved
Federal Press Release New Resource for Preventing Diabetes in African-Americans
Federal Press Release NHLBI Changes Intensive Blood Sugar Treatment Strategy in Clinical Trial
Federal Press Release NIH Scientists Detect Fatal Copper Disorder at Birth
News article Aggressive Diabetes Therapy Lowers Death Risk, Study Finds
News article Alzheimer's Plaques Can Form in One Day
News article Blood Pressure Drugs Might Prevent Parkinson's
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 6, 2008
News article Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
News article Deaths Halt Part of Large Diabetes Trial
News article Drug Helps Prevent Breast-Feeding Moms From Passing on HIV
News article Generic Versions of Fosamax Approved
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 6, 2008
News article Health Tip: Am I Getting Too Old to Drive?
News article Health Tip: Don't Use a Hot Tub During Pregnancy
News article Less Invasive Way to Stage Lung Cancer Shows Promise
News article Marijuana Bad for the Gums
News article Multiple Sclerosis Drug May Be Linked to Melanoma
News article New Genetic Technology IDs Virus That Killed Transplant Recipients
News article Sucking Out Clot Debris Helps Heart Attack Patients
News article Test Detects Sensitivity to HIV Drug
News article Transparent Fish Gives New Window on Disease
  
02/05/08News article 9/11 Exposure Linked to Behavior Trouble in Kids
News article Another Study Finds No Link Between MMR Vaccine and Autism
News article Asmanex Approved for Asthmatic Children
News article Born to Be Obese?
News article Brain Injury May Not Erase Long-Term Memory
News article Bush's Budget Proposal Would Cut Medicare Spending
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 5, 2008
News article Cultural Beliefs May Keep Blacks From Hospice Care
News article First 90 Days After Stopping Plavix Most Dangerous
News article GPS Devices Measure Severity of Peripheral Artery Disease
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 5, 2008
News article Health Tip: Before Giving Yoga a Try
News article Health Tip: Cleaning Safety for Pregnant Women
News article Older Women More Likely to Suffer Depression
News article Smokers Sleep Less Soundly
  
02/04/08Federal Press Release Surgeon General's Workshop on Women’s Mental Health
News article 1 in 3 Hit Songs Mentions Substance Abuse, Smoking
News article Black Men Most at Risk for Kidney Disease Complications
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 4, 2008
News article Drug-Coated Stents Better Than Bare-Metal Ones in Complex Cases
News article Eye Blinks May ID Fetal Alcohol Exposure
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 4, 2008
News article Health Tip: Healthy Nails, Healthy Body
News article Health Tip: When Baby is Crying
News article Many Babies Exposed to Chemicals
News article New Guideline Urges Screening for Fall Risk
News article Parental Drinking Boosts Teen Alcohol Risks
News article Sugar Water Eases Pain of Infant Vaccinations
News article Toy Magnets Can be a Very Real Threat
News article Very Premature Babies Don't Get Follow-Up Care
  
02/03/08News article Dogs Could Be a Diabetic's Best Friend
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 3, 2008
News article Toll-Free Hotline to Help Seniors Avoid Falls
  
02/02/08News article Health Highlights: Feb. 2, 2008
News article Stars Don Red to Raise Awareness of Women's Heart Risk
News article U.S. Unlikely to Meet Target for TB Elimination
  
02/01/08Federal Press Release CDC Underscores Current Recommendation for Preventing HIV Transmission
Federal Press Release Heart Disease Deaths Continue to Decline in American Women
Federal Press Release Researchers Find Biological Factors that May Drive Prostate Tumor Aggressiveness in African-American Men
News article 9/11 Attacks Changed Way Americans Dream
News article A Daytime Nap Can Boost Memory
News article Clinical Trials Update: Feb.1, 2008
News article Ear Wax Softener Can Affect Hearing, Study Reports
News article Experimental Vaccine Halts Prostate Cancer in Mice
News article FDA Approves New Drug-Eluting Stent
News article FDA Warns Epilepsy Drugs May Raise Suicide Risk
News article Health Highlights: Feb. 1, 2008
News article Health Tip: Exercise Routines for Arthritis Patients
News article Health Tip: Soothing Engorged Breasts
News article IPods Don't Interfere With Heart Pacemakers
News article Key Risk Factors for Suicide Consistent Across Globe
News article Pregnant Women With Asthma Should Stay on Low Dose of Meds
News article Quit-Smoking Drug May Raise Suicide Risk
News article Social Networking Sites Safer Than IM or Chat Rooms
News article Sorafenib Slows Growth of Some Leukemias
News article Unintended Errors Leave Many Newborns Vulnerable

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