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News Archives

November 19, 2008
Smokeout '08: The Perfect Time to Quit
Genetic Testing No Real Help in Predicting Type 2 Diabetes
Early HIV Treatment Best for Babies
Spinal Anesthesia Doesn't Cause Restless Leg Syndrome
Patient's Race Doesn't Affect Emergency Room Care
New Scan Spots Beginning of Bone Problems in Anorexics
Child-Care Relationships Tied to Kids' Stress Levels
Sport Supplement May Help Shield Seniors From Falls
Long-Term Antibiotic Use Affects 'Good' Gut Bacteria
Airway Transplant Aided by Stem Cells a Medical First

November 18, 2008
Ginkgo No Shield Against Alzheimer's
Cancer Drug Ups Risk of Clots in Veins
Bariatric Surgery Before Pregnancy Benefits Moms, Babies
China Documents First Case of Tick-Borne Disease Spread
Home-Based Programs Benefit Older Cancer Survivors
Wrinkle Fillers Need Better Label Warnings: FDA Panel
2nd Generation Antidepressants Prove Effective
Non-AIDS Cancer Risk Higher for Those With HIV
Indigo Ointment Benefits Psoriasis Patients

November 17, 2008
Wealthy More Likely to Have Breast Reconstruction
Assisted Reproductive Technology Linked to Birth Defects
Study Singles Out Beachgoers' Skin Cancer Risk
Nearly 1 in 3 Asthma Cases May Be Misdiagnosed
Stay Upbeat, Exercise to Help Prevent Cancer in Old Age
Smoking, Drinking Raise Risks of Esophagus, Stomach Cancer
Toxic Chemicals Blamed for Gulf War Illness
Gene Screen Might Predict Prostate Cancer
Fewer Brain 'Tangles' May Mean Smarter Old Age
Family History Ups Breast Cancer Risk Even Without BRCA Gene
Finding Points to Possible Blood Test for Brain Tumors
Established EU Countries Healthier Than Newcomers
Psychological Counseling Boosts Breast Cancer Outcomes
Vitamin C, E Supplements Won't Help Prevent Cancer
Bowel Prep Harder on Women Than Men
Many Ignore Symptoms of Bladder Trouble

November 14, 2008
First Family Will Have Tough Time Finding Hypoallergenic Dog
Unique Bone Marrow Transplant Said to Cure Sickle Cell
Family Physicians Have Little Input at NIH: Report
Younger Men Fare Best After Hip Joint Resurfacing
IV 'Ice Slurry' Quickly Cools Body for Surgeries
Lung Cancer Patients Get Blamed for Their Disease
Blood Sugar Control Helps Diabetics Preserve Sight
Enrollment for Medicare Drug Plans Begins Again
Saturated Fats Linked to Cancer of Small Intestine
Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss
Peppermint Oil, Fiber Can Fight Irritable Bowel
EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk

November 13, 2008
Chemical in Plastics May Cause Fertility Problems
U.S. Won't Meet 2010 No-Smoking Goals
Booze Taxes Lower Alcohol-Linked Deaths
Pelvic Inflammation Puts Girls at Risk for Repeat STIs
Lung Cancer May Be Deadlier for Men
States Should Fund Quit-Smoking Treatments: Experts
Traces of Corn Found in Almost All Fast Food
Chronically Ill U.S. Patients Often Skip Care Due to Costs
HIV Vaccine Failure Still Brings Insights
Placebo Acupuncture Tied to Higher IVF Pregnancies
Poor Night Vision May Predict Age-Related Eye Disease
With Angioplasty, More Is Better



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