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Coca-Cola and Pepsi said Friday they have lowered levels of a chemical in caramel coloring to comply with a California law, but insisted the drinks pose no health risks and recipes will not change. More »Coke, Pepsi to drop level of 'cancer' chemical
A new study shows that people living in areas where uptake of HIV treatment is high are … More »HIV infection rates lower in high treatment areas: study
About 1,000 women die each day in childbirth or from preventable complications related … More »1,000 women a day die in childbirth, says MSF
$100 or $1,000? Wide price range for birth control AP - 19 hrs agoBirth control that you must take every single day? A more goof-proof option that costs a lot upfront but then works for several years? Or something in between? More »$100 or $1,000? Wide price range for birth control
Birth control that you must take every single day? A more goof-proof option that costs a lot upfront but then works for several years? Or something in between?
Poland pulls food suspected of having road salt AP - Fri, Mar 9, 2012 Polish health authorities have ordered the withdrawal from the market of more than 230,000 kilograms (500,000 pounds) of pickles, bread and other food suspected of containing … More »Poland pulls food suspected of having road salt
Polish health authorities have ordered the withdrawal from the market of more than 230,000 kilograms (500,000 pounds) of pickles, bread and other food suspected of containing industrial salt, the latest development in a scandal raising fears about food safety.
UK police quiz man over abortion website attack AP - Fri, Mar 9, 2012 Police have arrested a man suspected of hacking into the website of a major British abortion provider, vandalizing it and stealing sensitive data, officials said Fr … More »UK police quiz man over abortion website attack
Police have arrested a man suspected of hacking into the website of a major British abortion provider, vandalizing it and stealing sensitive data, officials said Friday.- Lost Hour of Sleep Over Weekend May Put Heart at Risk Monday HealthDay - 9 mins agoTHURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- Not only do you lose an hour of sleep after the clocks move ahead to daylight-saving time this weekend, but you also may be at increased … More »Lost Hour of Sleep Over Weekend May Put Heart at Risk MondayTHURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- Not only do you lose an hour of sleep after the clocks move ahead to daylight-saving time this weekend, but you also may be at increased risk for a heart attack, a heart expert claims.
- 'Delayed Reactions' May Outlast Other Concussion Effects HealthDay - 9 mins agoSATURDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) -- In people with a concussion, slowed physical responses may last long after typical head injury symptoms disappear, researchers … More »'Delayed Reactions' May Outlast Other Concussion EffectsSATURDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) -- In people with a concussion, slowed physical responses may last long after typical head injury symptoms disappear, researchers have found.
- Spring Ahead Without Losing Too Much Sleep HealthDay - 9 mins agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Losing an hour of sleep isn't easy for anyone, but there are ways to make springing ahead during daylight saving time easier, an expert … More »Spring Ahead Without Losing Too Much SleepFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Losing an hour of sleep isn't easy for anyone, but there are ways to make springing ahead during daylight saving time easier, an expert says.
- How to Avoid Spring Sneezing and Stuffiness HealthDay - 9 mins agoSATURDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) -- Letting pollen drift in through open windows and using the wrong air filter can contribute to allergy flare-ups in spring, experts … More »How to Avoid Spring Sneezing and StuffinessSATURDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) -- Letting pollen drift in through open windows and using the wrong air filter can contribute to allergy flare-ups in spring, experts say.
- New Silicone Breast Implant Approved HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Sientra Inc.'s silicone gel-filled breast implant has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for breast reconstruction … More »New Silicone Breast Implant ApprovedFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Sientra Inc.'s silicone gel-filled breast implant has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for breast reconstruction or augmentation in women aged 22 or older, the agency said Friday in a news release.
- Aggressive Care Best for Brain Trauma, Study Shows HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Aggressive treatment of patients with traumatic brain injury improves chances of recovery and reduces long-term care costs, according … More »Aggressive Care Best for Brain Trauma, Study ShowsFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Aggressive treatment of patients with traumatic brain injury improves chances of recovery and reduces long-term care costs, according to a new study.
- FDA OKs 3rd Silicone-Gel Breast Implant HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- A new silicone-gel breast implant received conditional approval Friday from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The implant can … More »FDA OKs 3rd Silicone-Gel Breast ImplantFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- A new silicone-gel breast implant received conditional approval Friday from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The implant can be used for breast augmentation in women 22 and older and for breast tissue reconstruction at any age.
- One in Four HIV Patients Has Long Gaps Between Doctor's Visits: Study HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Approximately one in four HIV patients in the United States doesn't remain in care consistently, and more than half have long gaps … More »One in Four HIV Patients Has Long Gaps Between Doctor's Visits: StudyFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Approximately one in four HIV patients in the United States doesn't remain in care consistently, and more than half have long gaps between medical appointments, a new study finds.
- Survey Shows People Have Little Time for Healthy Habits HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Lack of time seems to be the key reason why only 12 percent of American adults regularly practice such healthy habits as eating right, … More »Survey Shows People Have Little Time for Healthy HabitsFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Lack of time seems to be the key reason why only 12 percent of American adults regularly practice such healthy habits as eating right, exercising, and brushing and flossing their teeth, according to an American Heart Association (AHA) survey.
- EKG Testing May Spot Fatal Heart Conditions in Children HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Each year, between one and six of every 100,000 U.S. children are a victim of sudden cardiac death. In many of these cases, underlying, … More »EKG Testing May Spot Fatal Heart Conditions in ChildrenFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Each year, between one and six of every 100,000 U.S. children are a victim of sudden cardiac death. In many of these cases, underlying, undiagnosed heart trouble is responsible, and a new study suggests that routine mass electrocardiogram (EKG) screening could help identify these problems …
- Mother's Voice May Help Premature Babies Breathe Easier HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Premature babies are less likely to stop breathing or have their heart rate slow dangerously when listening to recordings of their … More »Mother's Voice May Help Premature Babies Breathe EasierFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Premature babies are less likely to stop breathing or have their heart rate slow dangerously when listening to recordings of their mother's heartbeat and voice, a small new study finds.
- Coming Soon: At-Home Sperm Test for Couples Trying to Conceive HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Women who are trying to conceive often use at-home products such as ovulation predictors and pregnancy tests, but the newest do-it-yourself … More »Coming Soon: At-Home Sperm Test for Couples Trying to ConceiveFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Women who are trying to conceive often use at-home products such as ovulation predictors and pregnancy tests, but the newest do-it-yourself test to help couples have a baby is for their male partners: A 10-minute test that can determine if a man's sperm count is normal or not.
- Researchers ID Gene for Neck Disorder HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- The first gene linked to an often painful neck disorder has been identified by researchers. More »Researchers ID Gene for Neck DisorderFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- The first gene linked to an often painful neck disorder has been identified by researchers.
- Kids Who Bully May Be More Likely to Smoke, Drink HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Middle and high school students who bully their classmates are more likely to use cigarettes, alcohol and marijuana than other students, … More »Kids Who Bully May Be More Likely to Smoke, DrinkFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Middle and high school students who bully their classmates are more likely to use cigarettes, alcohol and marijuana than other students, according to a new study.
- Health Highlights: March 9, 2012 HealthDay - 12 hrs agoHere are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: More »Health Highlights: March 9, 2012Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay:
- Drug Seems to Speed Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury HealthDay - 12 hrs agoWEDNESDAY, Feb. 29 (HealthDay News) -- A drug that's typically used to treat the flu and Parkinson's disease appears to speed recovery in traumatic brain injury patients, … More »Drug Seems to Speed Recovery After Traumatic Brain InjuryWEDNESDAY, Feb. 29 (HealthDay News) -- A drug that's typically used to treat the flu and Parkinson's disease appears to speed recovery in traumatic brain injury patients, a new study indicates.
- LSD Might Help Alcoholics Quit, Stay Abstinent: Study HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- The hallucinogenic drug LSD may help treat alcoholism, new research suggests. More »LSD Might Help Alcoholics Quit, Stay Abstinent: StudyFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- The hallucinogenic drug LSD may help treat alcoholism, new research suggests.
- When Unneeded, Induced Labor May Increase Complications HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Inducing labor when it's not necessary increases the risk of cesarean section delivery and other childbirth complications, a new study … More »When Unneeded, Induced Labor May Increase ComplicationsFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Inducing labor when it's not necessary increases the risk of cesarean section delivery and other childbirth complications, a new study says.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm Disorder HealthDay - 12 hrs agoTHURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk for a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study … More »Rheumatoid Arthritis May Raise Risk of Heart Rhythm DisorderTHURSDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk for a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a new study finds.
- Keeping Young Athletes Safe From Sexual Abuse HealthDay - 12 hrs agoFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Parents who want to protect their kids from sexual abuse need to reassess the notion of "stranger danger" -- the belief that children … More »Keeping Young Athletes Safe From Sexual AbuseFRIDAY, March 9 (HealthDay News) -- Parents who want to protect their kids from sexual abuse need to reassess the notion of "stranger danger" -- the belief that children should be on guard around strangers because they're most likely to be molested by someone unknown to them, experts say.
- Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Heart Disease HealthDay - 12 hrs ago(HealthDay News) -- The most common type of heart disease occurs when fatty plaque deposits build up on the walls of vessels that carry oxygenated blood to the heart … More »Health Tip: Protect Yourself From Heart Disease(HealthDay News) -- The most common type of heart disease occurs when fatty plaque deposits build up on the walls of vessels that carry oxygenated blood to the heart.
- Health Tip: Minimize Breastfeeding Pain HealthDay - 12 hrs ago(HealthDay News) -- Breast-feeding can be painful or uncomfortable, but there are things moms can do to make it a more pleasant experience. More »Health Tip: Minimize Breastfeeding Pain(HealthDay News) -- Breast-feeding can be painful or uncomfortable, but there are things moms can do to make it a more pleasant experience.
