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New Guidelines to Help Breast Cancer Survivors
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:00:54 EST
If you are one of these estimated 2 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S., your ob-gyn now has new guidance.
Many Cancer Deaths Prevented by Colonoscopy
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:19:42 EST
New research shows that colonoscopy saves lives not only by identifying colon cancers early, but also by detecting and removing colon polyps in their precancerous stage.
New Blood Test for Parkinson's Studied
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:10:49 EST
An experimental blood test for Parkinson's disease is over 90% accurate in diagnosing the progressive disorder that affects movement and balance, according to its developers.
Zelboraf May Double Survival for Some Melanoma Patients
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:10:49 EST
The newly approved drug Zelboraf appears to nearly double the length of time a person can expect to live with advanced melanoma skin cancer, a new study shows.
Migraines Linked to Depression
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:00:15 EST
Women who suffer from migraine headaches may be more likely to develop depression.
Aspirin, Walking Can Reduce Leg Pain From Narrowed Arteries
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:10:39 EST
Low-dose aspirin may be just as effective as the more expensive Plavix when combined with a walking program to treat leg pain that’s associated with narrowing of the leg arteries.
New Mammogram Benefits for Women in Their 40s
Date: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:08:23 EST
Are mammograms for women in their 40s worth all the false-positive tests and unnecessary biopsies? In addition to saving lives, benefits include less aggressive treatment and better odds the cancer won't come back.
Diabetes, High BP During Pregnancy Increase Middle-Age Heart Risk
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:52:10 EST
When a woman has high blood pressure or high blood sugar levels during pregnancy, this may help predict her chances of developing heart disease perhaps as early as middle age, a new study suggests.
Combo Vaccine May Raise Babies’ Risk for Fever-Caused Seizures
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:14:04 EST
A large, new study from Denmark shows that babies have an increased risk of getting febrile seizures on the day they get either of their first two doses of a recommended combination vaccine.
Heart Attacks in Women: Different Symptoms, Different Outcomes
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:03:19 EST
A new study suggests that more work is needed to help women and their doctors recognize heart attack symptoms, since women are less likely than men to show up at the hospital with chest pain.
More Now Die in U.S. From Hepatitis C Than HIV
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:16:07 EST
More Americans die as a result of hepatitis C infection annually than from HIV-related causes, pointing out the need for expanded screening and improved access to care for hepatitis C, government researchers report.
Mom’s Migraine Tied to Colic in Infants
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:49:43 EST
Babies whose mothers suffer from migraines may be more likely to be colicky.
Identifying Food Triggers for Migraines
Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:05:17 EST
Experts discuss the link between diet and migraine headaches.
Gluten Sensitivity: Fact or Fad?
Date: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:06:36 EST
Move over fat, salt, and sugar. There’s a new dietary villain in town and its name is gluten.
Fructose off the Hook for Overweight and Obesity?
Date: Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:06:36 EST
When it comes to weight gain, fructose should not be singled out for blame, a new review of the scientific literature suggests.