New Recommendations for Breast Cancer Screening Meet Resistance
November 18, 2009 - In a move that surprised many, including physicians and other healthcare providers, the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) has announced new guidelines for breast cancer screening. Read more
Infections Linked to Stroke
November 11, 2009 - A new study suggests that being exposed to several common pathogens may contribute to the risk for having a stroke. Read more
Lack of Knowledge About Diabetes is a Concern
November 04, 2009 - Diabetes is a frequently-diagnosed disease, yet many Americans lack basic knowledge about the potentially life-threatening condition, according to a new survey from the American Diabetes Associations (ADA). Read more
Be Cautious with Halloween Face Paints
October 28, 2009 - Halloween face painting for little trick-or-treaters may need to be reconsidered, according to a new report released this week. Read more
Car Seat Danger Can Occur Outside of Vehicles
October 21, 2009 - A new study reveals good news and bad news about infant car seats: while these safety devices have saved countless young lives, they are also responsible for thousands of injuries when improperly used outside of motor vehicles. Read more
HRT and Tender Breasts may Indicate Increased Breast Cancer Risk
October 14, 2009 - Women taking estrogen/progestin hormone replacement therapy who experience breast tenderness may be at increased risk for developing breast cancer, according to a new study released this week. Read more
H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccine on the Way
October 07, 2009 - As the first doses of the H1N1 swine flu vaccine leave the manufacturers, federal health officials continue to stress the product's safety. Read more
Child Growth Charts Often Difficult to Understand
September 30, 2009 - The growth charts widely used in pediatricians' offices are not easily understood or interpreted by many parents, a new survey finds. The results of the survey are reported in the medical journal Pediatrics. Read more
New Ban on Flavored Cigarettes Aimed at Young Smokers
September 23, 2009 - Cigarettes flavored with vanilla, berry, or chocolate flavors, aimed at enticing young people to smoke, are no longer available in the US. Read more
Lowering Blood Sugar to Decrease
September 16, 2009 - Using certain glucose-lowering medications in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes does not appear to decrease inflammation associated with the development of heart disease, according to a new study. Read more
