Medical News
FDA greenlights robotic legs for paraplegics
Tech Times - 28 Jun 2014 13:03
The FDA has approved the marketing of a robotic legs device developed for individuals that are paralyzed below the waist, otherwise known as paraplegics.
WHO calls for drastic measures to prevent an ebola epidemic
Tech Times - 28 Jun 2014 04:07
An ebola outbreak in Africa is the worst ever seen. As it heads toward a large city for the first time, WHO is calling for drastic measures to contain the disease.
U.S. getting high on cannabis, more seeking treatment: UN
Tech Times - 28 Jun 2014 05:02
According to the U.N., more Americans seek treatment for marijuana-related health problems despite the global decline of consumption. The report may further intensify the on-going debate for legalization of marijuana in ...
Sounds of Summer May Threaten Your Hearing
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Sounds of Summer May Threaten Your HearingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
After Stroke, Spouse May Also Need Care
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: After Stroke, Spouse May Also Need CareCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Your Stomach Bug May Well Be Norovirus
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Your Stomach Bug May Well Be NorovirusCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Surgery Doubted as a Migraine Reliever
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Surgery Doubted as a Migraine RelieverCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Precautions Help Keep Kids Safe in Water
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Precautions Help Keep Kids Safe in WaterCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Summer's a Great Time for Tonsil Removal
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Summer's a Great Time for Tonsil RemovalCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
FDA approves Afrezza inhalable insulin for diabetics. Buh-bye needles?
Tech Times - 28 Jun 2014 13:58
Individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes now have an alternative for insulin shots. FDA finally gave its go signal to Afrezza, insulin that is administered through a whistle-sized inhaler.
Rx Lidocaine for Teething Pain May Cause Harm: FDA
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Rx Lidocaine for Teething Pain May Cause Harm: FDACategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Moustaches, Home Oxygen Tanks Can Be Dangerous Match
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Moustaches, Home Oxygen Tanks Can Be Dangerous MatchCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Grief in Pregnancy May Trigger Obesity in Adulthood
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Grief in Pregnancy May Trigger Obesity in AdulthoodCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Get Tougher on Texting While Driving, Americans Say
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Get Tougher on Texting While Driving, Americans SayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
For Young Kids, Nasal Spray Beats Needle for Flu Immunization
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: For Young Kids, Nasal Spray Beats Needle for Flu ImmunizationCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Daughters Drink More Than Their Moms Did -- in Australia, at Least
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Daughters Drink More Than Their Moms Did -- in Australia, at LeastCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
1 in 10 Deaths Among Adults Tied to Alcohol: CDC
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: 1 in 10 Deaths Among Adults Tied to Alcohol: CDCCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 12:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Find a Healthy Balance Between Office and Home
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Find a Healthy Balance Between Office and HomeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Keep High Schoolers Safe During Sports
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Keep High Schoolers Safe During SportsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/27/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Many Unaware of Their HIV Status Until It's Advanced
MedicineNet - 28 Jun 2014 09:00
Title: Many Unaware of Their HIV Status Until It's AdvancedCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/26/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/27/2014 12:00:00 AM
Many pregnant women not aware how household toxins can affect babies
Tech Times - 28 Jun 2014 08:38
Although obstetricians are aware of the importance of giving advice to pregnant women about environmental hazards that can harm developing babies, many fail to provide counseling. Health providers caring for lower income...
Cetuximab or bevacizumab with combi chemo equivalent in KRAS wild-type MCRC
EurekAlert! - 28 Jun 2014 06:00
(European Society for Medical Oncology) For patients with KRAS wild-type untreated colorectal cancer, adding cetuximab or bevacizumab to combination chemotherapy offers equivalent survival, researchers said at the ESMO 1...