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ADHD Drugs Don't Cause Genetic Damage
Ritalin, Adderall, and Concerta do not appear to cause genetic damage in children who take them for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new government-funded study concludes.
Genetic Screening May ID Diabetes Risk
Genetic screening can help identify people at risk for type 2 diabetes, but it adds little to traditional methods for determining risk, two new studies show.
Exercise: The Brain’s Fountain of Youth
Daily physical exercise begun no later than middle age fights age-related brain decline, mouse studies suggest.
1st Trachea Transplant From Stem Cells
Doctors in Europe have performed the first trachea transplant that hinges on the patient's own stem cells.
Root Canal or Dental Implant?
Root canals and dental implants are equally successful, but implants may need more follow-up maintenance, a new study shows.
FDA Panel: Toughen Dermal Filler Warnings
Dermal fillers injected to soften facial wrinkles should carry stronger and more specific warning labels about potential adverse effects, according to an FDA advisory panel.
Cancer Drug Avastin Raises Blood Clot Risk
The life-extending cancer drug Avastin raises the risk of dangerous blood clots by 33%, an analysis of clinical-trial data shows.
Ginkgo Biloba Doesn’t Prevent Dementia
The largest and longest study ever to examine the use of ginkgo biloba for the prevention of Alzheimer’s and other dementias showed no evidence of effectiveness.
Broccoli May Help Smokers' Lungs
Smokers and former smokers who eat lots of broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may be less likely than other smokers to develop lung cancer, new research shows.
Canola Oil May Affect Breast Cancer Risk
Early research shows the type of oil a woman consumes during pregnancy could influence her daughter's breast cancer risk years later.
Lean Cuisine Chicken Meals Recalled
Nestle Prepared Foods Company is recalling 879,565 pounds of frozen Lean Cuisine chicken meals that may contain small pieces of hard blue plastic.
Indigo Ointment Relieves Psoriasis
A study shows 74% of patients had clearance or near clearance of psoriasis after 12 weeks' treatment with indigo naturalis ointment, a Chinese herbal remedy.
Activity, Sleep May Cut Cancer Risk
Physical activity may cut cancer risk, and sleeping at least 7 hours per night may maximize that benefit, new research shows.
Healthiest U.S. City: Lincoln, Nebraska
The healthiest U.S. city is Lincoln, Neb. Huntington, W.V., is the least healthy city, the CDC's 2007 city-by-city data reveal.
CDC: IVF May Boost Birth Defects Risk
The CDC reports that certain birth defects -- including heart valve problems and cleft lip/palate -- may be two to four times more common among babies conceived with assisted reproductive technology than babies conceived naturally.
Family History Raises Breast Cancer Risk
Women with a strong family history of breast cancer who do not have genes associated with increased risk of the disease have a fourfold greater chance of developing it than the average woman, new research indicates.
Vitamin C, E Pills Fail to Prevent Cancer
Taking vitamin E and vitamin C supplements may not make cancer less likely, a new study shows.
Keeping the Heat on Health Care Reform
Some members of Congress are pushing for quick action on health care reform when President-elect Barack Obama takes office next January.
Craving Chocolate? Take a Walk Instead
A new study shows that taking a brisk walk can cut down the urge to eat chocolate -- and may help curb cravings that can derail weight loss efforts.
Celiac Disease: Faster Gluten Test
Scientists have developed a new test that could speed up identification of gluten, a trigger for people with celiac disease.
Peppermint Oil, Fiber Can Treat IBS
Largely overlooked, older remedies like peppermint oil and fiber are effective treatments for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a review of the research shows.
Saturated Fats, Intestinal Cancer Linked
If you eat a lot of saturated fat, you may be more at risk for cancer of the small intestine, according to a new study.
Smoking Rate Is Declining in U.S.
The percentage of Americans who smoke cigarettes has fallen below 20% for the first time since at least the mid-1960s, according to a new report.
HPV Vaccine Gardasil May Help Boys, Men
Gardasil, a vaccine against four strains of human papillomavirus (HPV), may help prevent genital warts in boys and men, a new study shows.
Joyful Music Helps the Heart
Listening to joyful music increases your blood flow by 26% -- as much as aerobic exercise, according to an American Heart Association report.
Hypoallergenic Dogs and Dog Allergies: FAQ
An allergy and asthma doctor weighs in on the Obamas' search for a dog that won't trigger Malia Obama's dog allergies.
Belly Fat Doubles Death Risk
Belly fat has been linked to an increased risk for heart disease and diabetes. Now an important new study links belly fat to early death.
New OCD Treatment Helpful but Risky
Electrodes implanted deep in the brain reduce severe obsessive-compulsive disorder symptoms -- but it's a risky procedure, a French study shows.
FDA: No Heart Rhythm Risk From Bone Drugs
The FDA today said it sees no proof that the bone drugs called bisphosphonates are linked to a heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation.
Hormone Creams Ease Menopause Symptoms
'Natural' hormone creams can help relieve hot flashes, night sweats, depression, and other symptoms of menopause, a new study suggests.
8 Top Educational Kids' TV Shows Listed
A new report from the nonprofit group Children Now takes a dim view of most "educational/informational" TV programs for kids -- but it singles out eight programs that stand out from the pack.
U.S. Gets 'D' for Premature Birth Rate
The U.S. gets a "D" for its premature birth rate, according to the March of Dimes.
Obese Kids Have Middle-Aged Arteries
The neck arteries of obese children and teens may have as much plaque buildup as 40-somethings, a study shows.
Fat Cravings May Start in Womb
Eating a high-fat diet during pregnancy may foster fat cravings that start in the womb and last into adulthood, according to researchers from The Rockefeller University.
Allergy Shots to Lymph Nodes May Work Better
Allergy shots given directly to the lymph nodes may bring quicker allergy relief than traditional allergy shots, new research shows.
Vitamin D May Not Prevent Breast Cancer
Vitamin D supplements, taken at a dose of 400 international units per day, may not help prevent breast cancer in women after menopause, a new study shows.
Low Heart Disease Risk? Test May Show Otherwise
Some people who think they're at low risk for heart disease might be surprised about what a neck ultrasound could tell them about their hearts, new research shows.
Black Cohosh: Mixed Cancer Findings
Black cohosh, a supplement taken to ease menopausal symptoms, may have a mixed relationship with breast cancer, according to a study published in Cancer Research.
Crestor FAQ: New Benefits for Statins
Questions and answers about a study that shows the cholesterol-lowering drug Crestor may cut heart risk even when cholesterol levels are already low.
Hibiscus Tea May Cut Blood Pressure
A study shows that drinking three cups a day of hibiscus tea can help lower high blood pressure.
mp3 Headphones and Pacemakers Don't Mix
A study shows the magnets in the headphones of mp3 players may interfere with heart pacemakers or ICDs.
Vitamins C and E Don't Cut Heart Risks
An eight-year study involving nearly 15,000 male physicians failed to show a benefit for vitamin C and E in preventing heart attacks or strokes.
Statin Benefits Patients With Low LDL Cholesterol
People with normal cholesterol, may benefit from treatment with cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, new research shows.
Diabetes: Aspirin Heart Perk Questioned
Taking low-dose aspirin may not prevent diabetes patients from developing heart disease, new research shows.
Bottled Water: FAQ on Safety and Purity
Experts answer questions about the safety and purity of bottled water and how it compares to tap water.
Weight Is Key to Protein Requirements
The amount of protein an adult needs to stay healthy is based on weight, not age, a study shows.
Yo-Yo Dieting: No Magic Solution
A new study shows that different diet compositions -- such as more fat or less fat, higher or lower glycemic index, and different levels of monounsaturated fatty acids -- don't affect a dieter's tendency to regain the weight.
High Calorie Breakfast? Not So Fast
Breakfast eaters tend to get fewer calories per day overall, but high-calorie breakfasts are linked to poorer diet, researchers report.
Growth Hormone Therapy Ups Kids' Height
Treating abnormally short children with growth hormone can increase their adult height, even in if they are not found to be growth-hormone deficient, according to a team of Swedish researchers who followed children for 20 years.
Most People Who Have Prediabetes Don’t Know It
Although a quarter of American adults have a condition called prediabetes, most aren’t aware they have it.
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