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N.L. rate of chemo mistakes not alarming: cancer society
A spokesperson for the Canadian Cancer Society says she isn't alarmed over revelations about the number of mistakes made during treatments in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Migraine sufferers more prone to hangover headache
Migraine sufferers, beware. You may be more prone to an alcohol-induced headache after a night of drinking, according to researchers from the Jefferson Headache Center. The research will be presented...
Heart Test Found Safe For Pre-transplant Kidney Patients
A screening test that measures whether a patient's heart is healthy enough for a kidney transplant is not as dangerous as once thought, according to a new study. The findings...
Maternal HIV-1 Treatment Protects Against Transmission To Newborns
Mothers receiving highly active antiretroviral therapy to treat HIV-1 infection are less likely than untreated mothers to transmit the virus to their newborns through breastfeeding, according to a new study....
Medicine’s Elusive Goal: A Safe Weight-Loss Drug
Three small California companies are hoping to begin selling obesity drugs that could help treat one of the America’s biggest and costliest health problems.
How Salmonella Bacteria Cause Diarrhea In Their Host
Salmonella bacteria are cunning when it comes to triggering diarrhea in their host. Researchers have succeeded in explaining a molecular mechanism that enables the bacteria to activate their host cell's...
Increasing Severity Of Bicycle Injuries Leads To Concerns About Cycling Infrastructure
Record-high gasoline prices, the slowdown in the economy, and increasing environmental sensitivity are leading more people to bike to work or for play. But an adequate infrastructure may not be...
Web surfing reduces depression in seniors
PHOENIX, Oct. 16 (UPI) -- Surfing the Internet reduces depression among senior citizens, a report says.
Amino acid may help trichotillomania sufferers
I suffer from trichotillomania. I pull hairs constantly, and this leaves little bald spots. I heard on your radio program about an amino acid to calm this compulsion.
Looking to achieve balance? Try slacklining
Proponents call the sport, in which participants maneuver across a flat strip of nylon just a few feet above the ground, a good core exercise and a stress-reliever -- like tai chi...
Poring over facts about milk: cow's, goat's, soy, almond, rice and hemp
Some are richer in protein, others in essential fatty acids. There are pros and cons to all. Full-fat, low-fat or skim? Used to be, there weren't many choices to make over what to...
Hearing loss is frustrating, but family and friends can help
Speak slowly and clearly, and look at those who are afflicted so they also can read nonverbal communication. ...
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Report on syringe scare finds risk low
Saskatchewan's chief medical health officer says the risk that anyone in the province contracted a disease from some improperly reused syringes is too low to worry about.
Pregnant Ont. women face H1N1 vaccine delay
An H1N1 vaccine tailored for pregnant women won't arrive in Ontario until after the shot for the general population is made available, says Ontario's chief medical officer of health.
For SAD Sufferers, Cognitive Behavior Better Than Light Therapy At Preventing Recurrence, Study Suggests
A new research study examined the long-term effects of different treatments for seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a form of severe depression that occurs annually in the fall and winter seasons....
In Hawaii’s Health System, Lessons for Lawmakers
The state has had success over 35 years of requiring employers to provide workers with care benefits.
Harnessing The Full Potential Of A Common MS Therapy
While inflammation often causes damage to the nerves of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients, a group of HBI researchers has been studying how neuroinflammation can instead be harnessed to repair the...
Lowering blood pressure
The words are in larger-than-average type. The message is simple: "The Blood Pressure Miracle." And Frank Mangano, health advocate and natural health writer, says that's all it takes to lower...
Research Shows Overweight Patients More Challenging to Sedate
(PhysOrg.com) -- Patients with higher body mass indexes are more challenging to sedate, according to results found by a University of Cincinnati (UC) researcher studying data from common oral surgeries.
MedImmune to present data on RSV and influenza at 2009 AAP National Conference and Exhibition
WASHINGTON, October 16, 2009 -- MedImmune announced today it will present four abstracts at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 2009 National Conference & Exhibition that add to the...
Substance abuse diagnostic test for teens can also predict high risk sexual behavior
Boston, Mass. -- Alcohol and drug use are known contributors to adolescents engaging in dangerous sexual activity; leading to substantial health risks such as unwanted pregnancies, sexually transmitted illnesses,...
Forget dieting over the holidays
(PhysOrg.com) -- Changing your focus from dieting to living healthy during the holidays boosts the chances of maintaining your perfect weight.
Current Soda Taxes Not High Enough to Curb Obesity, Study Finds
(PhysOrg.com) -- Current state taxes and levies on soft drinks are slowing consumption and resulting in slimmer waistlines, but the effect is generally small in magnitude, newly published research by...
Scientists demonstrate link between genetic defect and brain changes in schizophrenia
CHAPEL HILL -- For decades, scientists have thought the faulty neural wiring that predisposes individuals to behavioral disorders like autism and psychiatric diseases like schizophrenia must occur during development....
Brown rice could aid diabetes control
Researchers have found that brown rice inhibits the breakdown of sugar into glucose — good news for diabetics.
No quick fix for ER overcrowding: MacDonald
Health Minister Maureen MacDonald is urging staff at overcrowded emergency departments in Dartmouth and Halifax to be patient.