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Kids With Type 1 Diabetes Often Overweight

Study explores weight problems faced by youngsters with the disease

Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization

Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds

C-Section Stress Could Alter Baby's Immune Cells

And that might raise odds for diabetes, asthma later on, researchers say

Why Swine Flu Differs From Seasonal Flu

Pandemic virus affects lungs and stomach, whereas seasonal flu doesn't, researchers say

Health Highlights: July 2, 2009

Many More Kids Vaccinated For Hepatitis A / TB Vaccine May Be Fatal for Infants With HIV / Colon Cancer Study Is Stopped / U.S. Government to Seek A

Monthly Pet Pill Could Kill Fleas, Ticks

An alternative to topical treatments might work better on certain cats and dogs, researchers say

New Drug Could Work Against Leukemia

Researchers see promise for treatment of AML and other cancers

With Medicare Plan, Drug Spending May Be Up

Researchers suspect overuse as a cause, but note that other costs are down

Celiac Disease Making Inroads in U.S.

'Something has changed,' researcher says, but just what remains unclear

Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified

Researchers say it may hold key to understanding how to repair the organ

Antibiotics May Boost Risk for Recurrent Ear Infection

Researchers urge more temperate prescribing of amoxicillin in kids

CPR Survival Rates for Older People Unchanged

Lack of improvement in death rates, experts say, may be because recipients are sicker

Health Tip: Preventing a Kitchen Fire

Precautions you should take

Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located

Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say

Health Highlights: July 1, 2009

TB Vaccine May Be Fatal for Infants With HIV / Colon Cancer Study Is Stopped / U.S. Government to Seek Answers to Health-Care Questions / Many Facto

Shared Race, Social Group Seem to Help People Relate

Brain imaging study sheds light on empathic response

FDA Tells Patients to Stick With Diabetes Drug Linked to Cancer

There's no conclusive evidence that Lantus causes malignancy, agency says

Test Before Corneal Transplant May Improve Outcome

Even inactive herpes virus can cause inflammation, transplant rejection, study finds

Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed

It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications

Even After Death, Heart Attack Treatment May Not End

Too often, EMS crews feel obliged to bring unresponsive patient to hospital, study finds

Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk

Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds

Health Highlights: June 30, 2009

U.S. Government to Seek Answers to Health-Care Questions / Many Factors Contribute to AMD: Study / Healthy Eating a Challenge at Work: Survey / E. C

Drug Found Ineffective Against Lung Disease

People with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis gain no survival benefit, research finds

Anxiety News

Anti-Smoking Drugs Get FDA 'Black-Box' Warning

Reports link Chantix and Zyban to risk of psychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts

Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore

Trouble concentrating may add to stress levels, researcher says

Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart

Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality

Health Tip: Soothing Separation Anxiety

Suggestions to help your child

Postpartum Anxiety May Delay Puberty in Kids

In animal study, hormonal changes in pregnancy have long-term impact

Daytime Nap Has Benefits Beyond Rest for Kids

Nappers have less hyperactivity, depression and anxiety, research suggests

Insomnia and Anxiety May Be Genetically Linked

Study of twins finds those with depression have trouble sleeping

Sedatives Increase Suicide Risk Among Elderly

Doctors should carefully screen older patients before prescribing, researcher says

Tourette Syndrome Diagnosed in 3 in Every 1,000 Kids

Many more cases have not been identified, U.S. health officials say

Treating Sleep Disorders May Ease ADHD Symptoms

Team suggests screening spares patients lifetime of problems

Study Challenges Link Between Panic Attacks, PTSD

Findings suggest many factors contribute to stress disorder, not just fear during trauma

FDA Panel Snubs Seroquel as 1st Choice Depression Treatment

Safety concerns mean the drug should only be used when other medications don't work, advisers say

Cognitive Behavior Therapy Eases Anxiety for Older People

The technique lessens worries more than usual care, study finds

Psychotherapy Can Ease Post-Surgical Depression

Two techniques worked for patients after heart bypass procedures, study finds

U.S. Asked to Do More for Kids' Mental Health

Report urges new role in coordinating, funding local prevention efforts

Stress May Raise Diabetes Risk for Obese Black Women

Surge in anxiety-linked hormone worsens blood sugar level, researchers suggest

Girls' Anti-Social Behavior Predictive of Later Depression

Early elementary school interventions could identify those most at risk, study says

Stress May Speed Melanoma Progression

But certain heart drugs may help counter the effect, researchers say

Report Urges Broader Effort to Stem Emotional Disorders in Youth

Mental health tab costs U.S. about $247 billion a year, experts say

Job Losses Carry High 'Stress Tag'

Battered economy exacts emotional toll on unemployed, families, even those still working

Plan Hopes to ID Early Halt in Reproductive Function

Guidelines could diagnose primary ovarian insufficiency in women under 40

Those Who Feel Rejected Direct Hostility Toward Others

Social exclusion linked to aggression found in school shootings, other tragedies

Tweaking Hormones Might Ease Chronic Stress

New method could help treat depression, other disorders, researchers say

Antidepressant Eases Anxiety in Older Adults

Other SSRIs would probably be equally effective, researchers report

Positive Outlook Cuts Chances of Dementia

New research suggests relaxed, outgoing people less likely to get Alzheimer's

Mental Health News

Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization

Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds

Study Casts Doubt on Low IQ's Role in Early Death

Adjustments for behavior dampen the negative effect, study finds

Living Alone Increases Odds of Developing Dementia

Losing a partner through divorce or death in middle age may triple the risk, study shows

Anti-Smoking Drugs Get FDA 'Black-Box' Warning

Reports link Chantix and Zyban to risk of psychiatric side effects, including suicidal thoughts

TV Ads Trigger Mindless Eating

Kids watching food commercials consumed 45 percent more snacks, study shows

Your Surroundings Mirror Your Beliefs

People find safety in those who think the same way, research contends

Shared Race, Social Group Seem to Help People Relate

Brain imaging study sheds light on empathic response

Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located

Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say

CPR Survival Rates for Older People Unchanged

Lack of improvement in death rates, experts say, may be because recipients are sicker

Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants

More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say

Online Genetic Testing Appears to Have Benefits

Lung cancer assessment allays some concerns about how patients interpret results, researchers say

Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk

Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds

Nonsurgical Treatment May Ease Rotator Cuff Injury

Ultrasound-guided procedure reduced pain and restored mobility in tendinitis patients, study finds

Assessment of Bone Growth Stimulator Is Mixed

It's used more often in spinal fusions, but experts worry about costs and complications

Anxiety-Prone People Find Distractions Hard to Ignore

Trouble concentrating may add to stress levels, researcher says

Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart

Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality

Maybe Men Aren't So Picky After All

Women can be just as selective when choosing mates, study finds

Cyber Bullying Affects One in 10 Students

But researchers find supportive parents help keep abusive behaviors at bay

15 Percent of U.S. Teens Think They'll Die Young

Link between risky behavior and pessimistic outlook surprises experts

Constipation May Lead to Other Problems

Hemorrhoids, incontinence and more can result, research shows

The Psychology of Celebrity Worship

Since antiquity, people have been fascinated with larger-than-life characters like Michael Jackson, experts say

Alcohol-Related Ills Increasing Worldwide

One in 25 deaths is drinking-related, study finds

Teens With Eating Disorders Benefit From Parents' Help

Research shows that recovery improves with family involvement

Grab a Tool and Change Your Brain

In the mind's eye, an arm or hand changes shape, study finds

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