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Most women would not choose C-section: study

Bush admin revives idea of single US food agency

Acupuncture eases heart failure patients' stress

Children's immune system may be influenced in womb

Probe launched in US into knee surgery deaths

Stress stamina can help predict health risk: study

Consumer group: 13% of US turkeys carry Salmonella

 

Schizophrenia linked to herpes infection in mother

Most workers don't extend weekend with sick days

Study links short legs to heart disease, diabetes

Some kids on Ritalin sell the drug to classmates

High vacancy, turnover rates seen among US nurses

Biking boosts sexual function in heart patients

Einstein's brain "markedly different" from norm

Decaf coffee linked to rheumatoid arthritis risk

Americans' stress levels surged after Sept. 11

Stroke patients have increased suicide risk

Drunk passengers at high risk of death: report

Alcoholics may reverse brain damage by quitting

Phone system detects early signs of dementia

Experiment explains why watched clocks seem slow

Natural antibiotics found in fish immune cells

Not all NSAIDs protect against heart attacks

Dawn is deadliest hour for many with heart failure

Researchers urge action to cut diabetes heart risk

Whole grains improve children's heart health

Curry spice could slow Alzheimer's, study shows

Lab tests find garlic potent against malaria, cancer

Car mechanics may be at risk of nerve damage

Gesturing while talking shown to help memory

 

Study reveals self-esteem inflation among US kids

Parties major source of food poisoning in the home

'Intense' psychiatric care may not cut violence

PCBs may impair early childhood development: study

Pretty faces get men's brains going: study

African tribe may get rich from anti-obesity drug

US kids' distaste for obese peers has grown

Being overweight wrecks women's lives: survey

Risk of obstetric complication is lowest in August

Imagined workout can up muscle strength: study

Acupuncture may help relieve fibromyalgia symptoms

 

Optimists under pressure can be prone to illness

Parents need help screening TV, movies for kids

Talk of marital problems may raise blood pressure

Postmenopausal estrogen use linked to dry eye risk

Study: Some stressors boost immune system function

British children's diet lacks fruit and vegetables

Patients pressure docs for unneeded drugs: report

Raspberries may protect against throat cancer

Range of conditions may explain children's snoring

Exercise messages may hurt women's body images

Obese middle-aged women older than their years

Exercise may boost quality of older women's lives

Cholesterol helps brain cells communicate: study

Blood protein predicts obstetric risk: study

Antioxidant may help Alzheimer's disease patients

CDC: One in five taking Cipro report side effects

Birth control pills linked to thinner bones: study

Americans told to stay vigilant over anthrax

 

Vitamin D may cut risk of type 1 diabetes: study

Indiscriminate use of anthrax drugs may backfire

Roots of reading problems may differ by sex

Repeated concussions take a toll on the brain

Improvements needed in men's health: experts

Study: anti-aging drugs extend life span of mice

Musicians face doubled risk of back pain: study

Strong bones may mean a stronger mind

'Silent' blockages common after artery procedure

Diet in adolescence linked to ovarian cancer risk

Breaking a sweat produces germ fighter

Drug industry under fire at world trade meeting

 

Nutrition bar labels often misleading

Anthrax found in three more US post offices

Smoking delays pregnancy

Even slightly high blood pressure poses health risk

Physician referral process may not cut costs--study

WHO warns against 'just in case' antibiotic use

FDA announces new restrictions on acne drug

Common pregnancy test may produce false results

EPA to tighten limit on arsenic in drinking water

Anthrax found in more US govt buildings

 

Feeding the brain boosts memory: study

Obese children have unhealthy arteries

Fewer women get mammogram when screen isn't free

Oral contraceptive linked to blood clots

Prescriptions, managed care costs to rise in 2002

Italy to launch cancer prevention campaign

Anthrax found at US Supreme Court mail facility

Vitamin C shows promise in heart failure patients

Low-impact exercise may boost women's bone mass

Misconceptions about the common cold are common

Supreme Court mailroom tests positive for anthrax

 

Childhood obesity becoming global health problem

Patients with normal ECG still at risk of death

Deadly drug side effects a major problem: study

Studies reveal inner workings of anthrax

Diabetics' hearts suffer more when air is poor

Preschool behavior hints at later criminality

Americans 'super sizing' their servings: study

Lifestyle, diet changes may delay prostate cancer

Many fourth-graders skip breakfast and lunch

Breast-feeding cuts risk of respiratory disease

Senators take CDC to task over anthrax response

Canada charges Bayer dishonest over anthrax drug

Estrogen does not prevent recurrent strokes: study

People can learn without paying attention: study

Drug reps' access to doctors affects attitudes

Alcohol abuse takes major toll on college students

Pediatricians warn against anthrax panic

Head size, genes linked to Alzheimer's onset

Altering the diet may ease fibromyalgia

Stress ups wound infection risk in mice: study

US diabetes rate projected to soar 165%

Nightcap ups risk of low blood sugar in diabetics

Hands-free phones still distracting for drivers

Caffeine, genes tied to bone loss in older women

Sunscreen alone not enough to shield kids from sun

Alzheimer's may be linked to body shape

 

Study recharges debate on the value of mammograms

Birthday linked to Crohn's disease: Report

Don't amplify bioterror fears, say UK researchers

Researcher strips away myths about nudism

Study: More women stopping estrogen therapy

Most Medicare beneficiaries to face higher expenses

Fruit fly gene offers insight into sleep

Kids with ADHD have fewer friends as teens: study

Boys who use computers may be more active: study

Drug-using teens often have gambling problems, too

Antioxidant protein may lengthen life: mouse study

Ecstasy use called 'epidemic' among teens

Cutting meal size may get kids to eat veggies

Ear infection linked to childhood obesity

Smoking during pregnancy linked to mental illness

Food-mood link more complex than ads suggest

Germany weighs reintroducing smallpox jabs

Russia says its killer anthrax is under lock and key

Pediatricians advise parents on anthrax scare

 

Study examines role of abs in golfers' back pain

Resistance to pneumonia-fighting drugs on the rise

Fat worsens heartburn without raising acid level

Sex-ed should target elementary school kids: study

Mild body cooling may help protect trauma patients

Post Office urges caution, calm amid anthrax scare

Cardiac arrest risk lower during new moon: report

'Clean' ER workers' clothing spreads germs: study

Painless heart attack can be most deadly: doctors

Infant is youngest anthrax victim in US so far

Anthrax scares world but only Americans infected

World health body urges calm on anthrax

Four Hong Kong women in hospital in anthrax scare

Second Florida anthrax case prompts new tests

Authorities test Capitol Hill workers for anthrax

Anthrax scares hit family planning clinics

Drug-resistant bacteria in US meat: studies

Obese or lean men at risk of eye disease: study

Short exercise bouts as effective as long session

Animal fat ups risk of stomach, esophageal cancer

Inflammation linked to diabetes risk in elderly

Marathon running may be risky for the heart

Anthrax exposure found in 31 congressional staff

'Probable' anthrax found at New York state office

Italy: Detergents linked to dermatitis, asthma

Mom-to-be's solvent contact may harm baby's vision

Acupressure, acustimulation ease morning sickness

Sex helps us ditch bad genetic baggage: report

Playing soccer strengthens young mens' bones

Exercise may improve brainpower, study finds

World on edge as anthrax fears grow

Five US anthrax cases confirmed, sixth likely

 

Canadian undergrads say they are stressed

Beer ban at college stadium reduces violence

Study: A drink or 2 a day cuts men's diabetes risk

Supplements may prevent age-related vision loss

Proper seat belt use cuts kids' harm in car crash

Reactions to terror take positive, negative forms

Bio-attack fears stir memories of 'anthrax island'

Green tea chemical may prevent brain damage

FDA OK's 30-day continuous wear contact lenses

German anti-smoking campaign focuses on wrinkles

Reasons teen girls begin having sex differ by age

Common food additive's safety questioned

Most US hospitals unprepared for mass casualties

Drunk drivers often have mental disorders: study

Bugs-to-drugs firm taps China for insect medicines

Tests show letter to Daschle contained anthrax

 

Docs urged to gauge patients' heart disease risk

Pregnancies missed when tests are done too soon

New tests have not improved appendectomy accuracy

Antibiotic's sales rise as anthrax fear persists

Eye contact from comely stranger excites the brain

Low birth weight linked to higher blood pressure

Scientists uncover clues about brain illusion

Troubled childhood may lead to risky sex behavior

UK advises pregnant women on caffeine intake

US schools skimp on physical education: survey

Expert: US public overreacting to bioterror threat

FBI says water supplies logical attack target

Poorest spend scarce funds on tobacco, not food

Stress may affect success of fertility treatment

The sound of laughter is no simple matter

Wasted pills add up to big drug costs, study finds

Experts recommend overhaul of 'war on cancer'

Third anthrax exposure in Florida

'Environmental' ills often psychosomatic: study

CDC urges dentists to remove lead storage boxes

Percentage of US adults who smoke drops slightly

Drug firms' promotional materials cited by FDA

US group blasts Coke's Harry Potter campaign

 

Early exposure to farm life may cut asthma risk

Magazine drug ads deemed too vague

A little fat may be key to long-term weight loss

Switching dietary fats lowers cholesterol: study

Douching linked to vaginal infection risk

Physical therapist gives prescription for fitness

Study links hormone to early miscarriage

Black tea may cut heart disease risk: study

Antibiotic linked to intestinal problem in infants

Kids of depressed moms watch more TV, weigh more

Prayer may boost in vitro success, study suggests

Medical group warns against high-protein diets

Breast milk contaminants warrant more research

Firm's claims on food irradiation misleading: USDA

FBI investigating new anthrax case in Florida

 

Limiting teen driving privileges cuts crash rate

Pharmacists could reduce adverse drug interactions

Non-heart-attack chest pain may trigger depression

Diet can influence allergic skin reactions

Self-hypnosis may cut stress, boost immune system

MDs assess risk of Tylenol overdose in children

Drug co. to fight jury award to heartburn-drug users

Baby's diet could prevent adult hypertension

Docs advised to attend to patients' spirituality

Ex-smokers who re-start show greatest lung damage

Teens' peers strongly influence choices about sex

Obesity ups risk of second heart attack: study

Carrots, tomatoes may reduce ovarian cancer risk

Female heart bypass patients sicker than males

Laughing gas may help smokers quit: report

Kava, valerian may fight stress-related insomnia

Mental illness affects one in four, WHO reports

Most doctors consider self-prescribing ethical

 

Thinking about errors may foul up athletes

Heart attack-related protein tied to gum disease

MDs disagree on how to manage abnormal Pap tests

Low back pain linked to stress in young adulthood

UK hospitals alerted to 'superbug' in ventilator

Dangerous fungi live for weeks on hospital items

Docs don't take care of themselves when sick

Obese people may set unrealistic weight loss goals

Iron imbalance in brain may cause migraine

Yogurt, fermented drinks good for bowel disease

Good marriage extends life in heart patients

Many doctors fail to promote regular exercise

Saunas linked to improved heart health

India to study penis sizes for better condoms

 

Family setting influences irritable bowel syndrome

Living with mom may help curb risky sex

Brain area holding 'sense of self' found

Firemen may have increased testicular cancer risk

Cigarette use linked to blue-collar occupations

Vitamin compound prevents stroke damage in mice

Investigators: Drug makers overcharging Medicare

Doctors want problem kids' blood checked for lead

Hair dye use linked to type of arthritis

Exercise may cut older women's breast cancer risk

Stereotypes may affect kids' schoolwork

Milk output with first, second babies not linked

Ovarian tissue transplant may preserve fertility

Educational TV may boost intellectual development

Response to tragedy highlights human altruism

Car pollutants may damage children's lungs

Brain scans suggest hypertension impairs memory

Music strikes a chord in the brain, scans show

Day care quality may predict later academic skill

Calcium may boost risk of prostate cancer: study

Common asthma therapy ups risk of osteoporosis

Low blood sugar shortens attention span: report

Low birth weight may up risk of childhood asthma

Tree extract shows promise in fighting cancer

Hospital spending drives health cost increases

Depression common in bowel disease patients

 

Post-traumatic stress may recur decades later

Wake-up call: shift work may be bad for heart

Age, menopause speed arthritis course in women

Low-fat diet, exercise slow prostate cancer: study

Moderate drinking may not lengthen life: study

Bacterial infection again linked to stomach cancer

Paramedics may misclassify ER patients

US obesity and diabetes continue to rise

Antibiotics overprescribed for sore throat

Psychologists: Attacks will leave deep scars

WHO sounds alarm on antibiotic resistance

Doctors say Zyban may be linked to deaths

Emotions determine certain moral judgments

US boys may be hitting puberty sooner: report

Stress during spats may predict divorce odds

Study reveals clues to muscle decline in elderly

Solvent exposure linked to lower sperm counts

High-fat diets trigger changes in brain chemistry

Radiotherapy may not help Graves' disease patients

Study finds adult diabetes 90% preventable

Developing world said headed for diabetes epidemic

 

Percentage of doctors offering charity care drops

Singles viewed less favorably than married: study

More Americans report high blood cholesterol

Childhood hearing loss may be underestimated in UK

Cutting lactose helps some with irritable bowel

Cell phone health risk needs more research: WHO

Germany says 616 die worldwide after Viagra use

Stress after car crash affects women more: study

US loves expensive medical technology: economists

 

Many graduating US doctors feel unprepared: report

Meditation may improve life of chronically ill

Patient's race affects MD's heart surgery advice

Kids may need more exercise than guidelines say

Short-term diet restores youth to mouse genes

One cup of coffee may temporarily harden arteries

Poor air quality on planes said to be health risk

Heart failure research leaves out women: studies

Global warming may further disease spread: report

Rat study yields clues to rising blood pressure

Timing of mother's depression can affect newborn

Preconception folic acid can prevent birth defects

Awareness during surgery tied to long-term stress

Customers feel pain of heavy pharmacy workloads

Students get drugs at school, study shows

Chinese herb may have cancer-fighting properties

Drinking can help and harm the brain, study shows

Women gamblers start later, get treatment sooner

Smokers call in sick more, less productive: study

Americans not heeding dangers of sunburn

Few adults lead healthy lifestyles, survey shows

Employer health premiums rise sharply: study

 

For-profit nursing homes offer worse care: report

Higher wages add up to better health: study

Supplement may cut infections after heart surgery

Studies find acupuncture safe when done skillfully

Hormone decline may affect sleep before menopause

Artists face unique health and safety risks

'Glue ear' may have long-lasting effects: study

Pepper protein may help treat diabetes: study

 

Daily hassles and pleasures change over lifetime

Researcher: Males are not 'emotional mummies'

Hypnosis can cut the cost of medical procedures

Parents don't accurately judge kid's intelligence

Survey: 1 million US kids use performance boosters

Smoking on the rise among teen moms

Food expert predicts 'nutrigenomics' revolution

Hospital deaths rise over weekends: study

Elderly at higher risk of surgery-related death

Workplace homicides more likely in small business

Hypnosis boosts confidence but doesn't aid memory

Stopping smoking temporarily stops lung decline

The G-spot: A gynecological UFO?

Foetus might feel pain at 20 weeks

Flaxseed could fight breast cancer in older women

Scientists identify black tea's anti-cancer secret

Fountain of youth may be inside the body

Survey details worries about college drinking

 

Quitting coffee may help the heart: report

Some asthma patients also suffer mood disorders

Social class, birth weight tied to later IQ

Bullies tend to befriend other bullies

Air pollution may affect hearts of younger adults

Cavities might someday heal themselves

Trust in partner plays role in birth control use

Religious involvement tied to teen self-esteem

Study stirs medical research safety concerns

Lawsuit charges that Paxil is addictive

 

Report links arthritis drugs to heart attack risk

Alternative medicine goes mainstream in US

Yoga may help those with chronic pain

Guidelines urge more aggressive diabetes care

Risk of knee ligament injury tied to ovulation

Bullies physically, mentally stronger than peers

Longer breast-feeding produces smarter kids: study

Weekends peak time for men's heart attacks

Church-based programs can help promote health

Supplementation with B vitamins could save lives

Quitting smoking protects lungs, lengthens life

Alcohol use linked to poor diet, smoking in women

Bayer says Baycol linked to muscle weakness

 

Girl twin may determine pregnancy length

New York docs sue HMOs for bad business practices

Study links mother's age, child's diabetes risk

CDC: Accutane birth defect warnings not working

US lawyer says seeks worldwide case against Bayer

St. Jude faces whistleblower lawsuit

Astronaut study yields clues to nighttime snoring

Mood states identified as smoking triggers

Reminders do not make patients stick with therapy

Self-administered test aims to measure bone loss

Public Citizen urges label warnings for all statins

 

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