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New study shows drinking alcohol provides no heart health benefit
e! Science News - 11 Jul 2014 04:04
Reducing the amount of alcoholic beverages consumed, even for light-to-moderate drinkers, may improve cardiovascular health, including a reduced risk of coronary heart disease, lower body mass index (BMI) and blood press...
'Mississippi Baby' now has detectable HIV, researchers find
e! Science News - 11 Jul 2014 04:04
The child known as the "Mississippi baby" -- an infant seemingly cured of HIV that was reported as a case study of a prolonged remission of HIV infection in The New England Journal of Medicine last fall -- now has detect...
Evidence of HIV seen in girl thought to be cured of the virus
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 23:27
Mississippi girl considered cured of HIV with drugs following birth shows signs virus has returned, doctors say. Failed "cure" seen as setback in search for AIDS cure.
Letrozole may help infertile women become pregnant: Breast cancer drug fights polycystic ovary syndrome
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 19:56
Breast cancer drug used as infertility treatment improves ovulation, conception leading to successful birth, study indicates. Drug hailed as affordable infertility treatment option.
Back pain is NOT linked to weather conditions. No, it's not.
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 19:44
Despite widespread beliefs, study finds no link between weather and low back pain. Australian study said first to rigorously use precise weather data.
Obesity, sleep loss associated with teens' excessive 'screen-time', CDC says
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 16:43
New CDC survey shows that nearly three-quarters of American teens age 12 to 15 are using media excessively. More than two hours of screen use a day has been linked to teen obesity, CDC says.
Hot temps bring on kidney stones, claims new study, and so does cold temps in some cities
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 14:08
Research report reveals a link between hot days and kidney stone ailments in various cities. As mean daily temperatures rose above 50 F it seems the risk of kidney stone presentation increased in all the cities except Lo...
Girl reportedly cured of HIV relapses, doctors detect traces of virus
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 13:37
A 4-year old child who contracted HIV at birth and treated with antiretroviral drugs at 30 hours old appeared to be HIV-free for more than two years. Tests conducted this month, however, reveals signs of infection.
Firefighters battling a new enemy besides fire: Obesity
Tech Times - 11 Jul 2014 13:26
New research reveals 70 percent of firemen are obese or overweight. The report says firemen aren't getting needed advice and guidance on keeping a healthy weight.
Obesity Epidemic Hitting Hispanics Hard, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Obesity Epidemic Hitting Hispanics Hard, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Are You Tweeting Your Marriage Away?
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Are You Tweeting Your Marriage Away?Category: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 9:36:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Will a Warmer Climate Mean More Kidney Stones?
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Will a Warmer Climate Mean More Kidney Stones?Category: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Young Pro Pitchers May Face Higher Risk of 'Tommy John' Surgery: Study
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Young Pro Pitchers May Face Higher Risk of 'Tommy John' Surgery: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 9:36:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Breast Cancer Drug Aromasin May Be Option for Some Premenopausal Women
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Breast Cancer Drug Aromasin May Be Option for Some Premenopausal WomenCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Breast Cancer Drug May Help Women Fight a Leading Cause of Infertility: Study
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Breast Cancer Drug May Help Women Fight a Leading Cause of Infertility: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 5:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Cycling Doesn't Cause Male Infertility: Study
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Cycling Doesn't Cause Male Infertility: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Doctors Need to Protect Athletes From Concussion Risk: Neurologists
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Doctors Need to Protect Athletes From Concussion Risk: NeurologistsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Don't Blame Bad Weather for Your Aching Back
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Don't Blame Bad Weather for Your Aching BackCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Exercising Moms-to-Be Have Less Chubby Babies, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Exercising Moms-to-Be Have Less Chubby Babies, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: Measuring Your Waist
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Measuring Your WaistCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Lung Groups: Governments Should Limit or Ban Use of E-Cigarettes
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Lung Groups: Governments Should Limit or Ban Use of E-CigarettesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/10/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM
Muscle and Bone Injuries, Mental Disorders Plagued U.S. Iraq War Vets
MedicineNet - 11 Jul 2014 09:00
Title: Muscle and Bone Injuries, Mental Disorders Plagued U.S. Iraq War VetsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/9/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/10/2014 12:00:00 AM