Medical News
Newly Discovered Antibiotic is a Bacterial Triple Threat
Discover - 7 Jan 2015 22:35
In the fight against infectious bacteria, humans are slowly losing the battle. That's because common pathogens are developing resistance to the antibiotics we use to wipe them out. By 2050 it's expected that, globally, d...
Utah Woman Who Inspired Sarah McLachlan Dies from Cancer
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 16:54
Kathy Taylor dies of cancer in her Bear River home. She inspired Sarah McLachlan, who donated the proceeds of her song 'I Will Remember You' toward Kathy's medical expenses.
Severely Obese Adults May Get New Lease on Life with Bariatric Surgery
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 16:29
When all else fails, bariatric surgery is there to offer weight loss. A study showed that bariatric procedures improve health and ultimately lengthen life.
Help Your Kid Sleep Better: Put Away the Smartphone
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 15:40
Smartphones have more disruptive effects on a child's sleep than the TV does. Researchers suggest ways that could mitigate the unwanted impact of small screen devices on children's sleeping habits.
Type 1 Diabetes Shortens Life of Individuals by as much as 11 to 13 Years
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 15:17
Individuals with type 1 diabetes may lose up to 13 years of their life to the disease. People with good kidney function and who take proper care of the disease may also lose up to eight years of their life to type 1 diab...
CDC Warns of Alcohol Poisoning Danger: 6 Americans Dying Daily
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 15:05
Six Americans die each day as a result of drinking too much alcohol. Figures from the CDC show that there are more than 38 million adults who binge drink four times per month.
New Bill to Target E-Cigarettes. Lawmakers Concerned Over Possible Effects on Youths
Tech Times - 7 Jan 2015 15:01
E-cigarettes are still cigarettes -- they just look and taste different. A new bill in Indiana is looking to increase regulation on the battery-powered devices, hoping to protect the youth from addiction.
Health Tip: Can't Eat Wheat Flour?
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: Can't Eat Wheat Flour?Category: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Flu: Bad Season Getting Worse
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Flu: Bad Season Getting WorseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
More Evidence That Healthy Living Works Wonders for Women's Hearts
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: More Evidence That Healthy Living Works Wonders for Women's HeartsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Overweight Teens Who Lose Weight for Health More Likely to Succeed: Study
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Overweight Teens Who Lose Weight for Health More Likely to Succeed: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Researchers Probe Why Colds Are More Likely in Winter
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Researchers Probe Why Colds Are More Likely in WinterCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Can Pets Help Boost Social Skills for Kids With Autism?
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Can Pets Help Boost Social Skills for Kids With Autism?Category: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Keeping Safe in a Big Freeze
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Keeping Safe in a Big FreezeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Brain Damage Rare When Newborn Jaundice Is Treated, Study Finds
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Brain Damage Rare When Newborn Jaundice Is Treated, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
U.K. Nurse With Ebola in Critical Condition
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: U.K. Nurse With Ebola in Critical ConditionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Diet Rich in Whole Grains Might Extend Your Life, Study Says
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Diet Rich in Whole Grains Might Extend Your Life, Study SaysCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Influx of Trainee Docs in July Doesn't Affect Stroke Care: Study
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Influx of Trainee Docs in July Doesn't Affect Stroke Care: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Binge Drinking May Weaken Immune System, Study Suggests
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Binge Drinking May Weaken Immune System, Study SuggestsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Study Debunks Notion of 'Healthy Obesity'
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Study Debunks Notion of 'Healthy Obesity'Category: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Rotating Night Shift Work May Raise Risks of Heart Disease, Lung Cancer: Study
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Rotating Night Shift Work May Raise Risks of Heart Disease, Lung Cancer: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/5/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM
Health Tip: When Baby Needs a Medical Test
MedicineNet - 7 Jan 2015 09:00
Title: Health Tip: When Baby Needs a Medical TestCategory: Health NewsCreated: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 1/6/2015 12:00:00 AM