Medical News
For cancer patients, new tool predicts financial pain
EurekAlert! - 20 Jun 2014 06:00
(University of Chicago Medical Center) Cancer care has a new side effect. Patients now have to deal with 'financial toxicity,' the expense, anxiety and loss of confidence confronting those who face large, unpredictable c...
Despite knowing the danger, we're still buried in our smartphones while driving
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 23:37
New survey reveals stupid driving tricks still prevalent and respondents are aware of the stupidity. Millennials are no smarter or better-behaved.
A new tool to confront lung cancer
e! Science News - 20 Jun 2014 19:44
Only 15% of patients with squamous cell lung cancer -- the second most common lung cancer -- survive five years past diagnosis. Little is understood about how the deadly disease arises, preventing development of targeted...
British scientists find weak spot in superbug's armor
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 15:42
A team of scientists identified a way to penetrate the protective outer wall that protects superbugs and make them difficult to kill. The findings could lead to drugs that bacteria cannot build resistance from.
Mammograms cut breast cancer deaths by 28 percent
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 15:40
Breast cancer deaths could be reduced by 28 percent through regular mammograms, a new study out of Norway reports.
E-cigarettes remain a hot topic with lawmakers as industry growth continues
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 13:04
E-cigarette makers are under scrutiny for marketing that lawmakers and anti-smoking groups believe is focused on youth. A federal agency is considering enacting more regulatory measures on the devices.
Sunshine lover? Love to tan? You may just be addicted to feeling good, says new study
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 12:39
New research indicates the act of tanning can possibly be addictive. The big reason? It feels good.
Senators slam Dr. Oz for peddling false weight-loss dreams
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 10:40
Dr. Oz is in a world of trouble after he was accused of making false weight loss claims on his talk show to millions of Americans who tune in on a regular basis for professional recommendations.
U.S. authorities issues conditional license for PEDv vaccine to fight deadly pig virus
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 09:13
The USDA recently approved a conditional license allowing the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus vaccine from Harrisvaccines to be sold directly to swine producers and veterinarians. Though further tests are needed, the vac...
Rare Gene Mutations May Help Shield the Heart
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Rare Gene Mutations May Help Shield the HeartCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 5:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Antidepressants in Pregnancy Won't Harm Baby's Heart, Study Suggests
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Antidepressants in Pregnancy Won't Harm Baby's Heart, Study SuggestsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 5:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
U.S. Health Snapshots: Insurance Coverage Expands, but Gaps Remain
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: U.S. Health Snapshots: Insurance Coverage Expands, but Gaps RemainCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/19/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Sharp Rise in 'Meth'-Linked ER Visits in U.S., Study Shows
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Sharp Rise in 'Meth'-Linked ER Visits in U.S., Study ShowsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/19/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Depression Doubles Odds of Heart Attack for Younger Women: Study
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Depression Doubles Odds of Heart Attack for Younger Women: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Docs Uncomfortable Judging Patients' Competency to Carry Guns
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Docs Uncomfortable Judging Patients' Competency to Carry GunsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 5:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Group Doctor Visits May Benefit Muscle Disorder Patients
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Group Doctor Visits May Benefit Muscle Disorder PatientsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Keep Mosquitoes at Bay
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Keep Mosquitoes at BayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/19/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Job Loss Tougher for Americans Than Europeans
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Job Loss Tougher for Americans Than EuropeansCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/19/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Mammography Cuts Breast Cancer Deaths by 28 Percent: Study
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Mammography Cuts Breast Cancer Deaths by 28 Percent: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
New Blood Test May Help Detect Heart Transplant Rejection
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: New Blood Test May Help Detect Heart Transplant RejectionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 2:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Parents of a Child With Autism Often Forgo Further Childbearing: Study
MedicineNet - 20 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Parents of a Child With Autism Often Forgo Further Childbearing: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/18/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/19/2014 12:00:00 AM
Thank this broken gene that lowers risk heart disease by 40 percent
Tech Times - 20 Jun 2014 08:22
A new study reveals that a rare gene mutation can lower the risk of heart diseases. The new findings may help in the development of new drugs to fight heart diseases.