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April 26, 2016

Female Pelvis Widens, Then Shrinks Over a Lifetime, Study Finds

Female Pelvis Widens, Then Shrinks Over a Lifetime, Study Finds Timing of shifts, at puberty and menopause, suggest that estrogen is steering changes, researcher says By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter…

March 10, 2016

For ‘Ironman’ Athletes, Study Shows Danger of Too Much Water Frequent fluid stops entice racers to drink more than they need, expert says

By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 9, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Long-distance triathletes who drink too much water during competition may end up with dangerously low blood sodium levels,…

February 19, 2016

Sufficient Sleep, Exercise May Help Keep Stroke at Bay

By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Feb. 18, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- People who regularly exercise and get a full night's sleep may have a relatively lower risk of suffering…

January 27, 2016

New Transplant Technique Might Free Type 1 Diabetics From Daily Injections Mouse study showed that putting insulin-producing cells in capsules protected them from immune system

By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 27, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Using a two-pronged approach, researchers report they were able to restore normal blood sugar levels for six months…

January 27, 2016

Melanoma Strikes Earlier If Indoor Tanning Begins in Teens: Study Findings support ban on tanning beds, researcher says

By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 27, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Using tanning beds at a young age significantly raises a woman's risk of developing melanoma before the age…

January 27, 2016

Suicide Risk Rises Among Family, Friends of Suicide Victims: Study Social stigma can isolate those who are grieving, researcher explains

TUESDAY, Jan. 26, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Family and friends of people who commit suicide are at high risk for attempted suicide themselves, a new British study finds. "Our results…

January 19, 2016

Doctors Choose Less Aggressive Care at End of Life, Studies Reveal Findings suggest they understand limits of modern medicine better than the patients they treat do

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Jan. 19, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Doctors facing death are less likely to demand aggressive care that might squeeze out a bit more extra…

December 4, 2015

Making Sense of the Senseless Violence

After latest mass shooting stirs now-familiar fears, experts see growing psychological toll By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter   THURSDAY, Dec. 3, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Mass shootings and the accompanying…

August 19, 2015

Study Debunks Notion That Condoms Always Hamper Erections

Study Debunks Notion That Condoms Always Hamper Erections Most young men who had such problems had erectile difficulties generally, researchers say TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Advocates for…

August 19, 2015

Head Lice Now Resistant to Common Meds in 25 States

Head Lice Now Resistant to Common Meds in 25 States Prescription drugs are still effective, however By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Aug. 18, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Drug-resistant head…

August 15, 2015

Headaches Are Common in Kids, Teens

Headaches Are Common in Kids, Teens Treatment often as simple as a glass of water, a good meal or some sleep, expert says FRIDAY, Aug. 14, 2015 (HealthDay News) --…

August 15, 2015

Don’t Let Backpacks Lead to Back Injury

Don't Let Backpacks Lead to Back Injury Experts offers tips for avoiding problems SATURDAY, Aug. 15, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Backpacks are convenient for students, but they can pose a…
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