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Health NewsAt Last, Obesity Drops in Preschoolers
Obesity among low income preschoolers decreased from 2008 to 2011
Health NewsFollowing Up on Young Folks' Blood Pressure
Elevated blood pressure readings in children are not being followed up on as recommended
FeaturesExtending the Lives of Stage 4 Cancer Patients
HIPEC procedure treats cancers that have spread to the abdomen
Health NewsIs Bigger Better in Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer outcomes better in obese patients early on but obesity linked to overall higher risk of death
Health NewsAccepting Cancer Screening Invitations
Colorectal cancer screening participation increases with mailed outreach
Mental HealthKids, Asthma and Secondhand Smoke
Secondhand smoke exposure for kids has decreased only among those without asthma
Mental HealthStopping the Path to Drugs and Alcohol
Disruptive young boys less likely to use drugs and alcohol after program teaching skills
Health NewsAvoiding Blood Clots with RA
Rheumatoid arthritis is linked to a risk of serious vein disorders
Health NewsLet Me Count the Days 'til the Baby
Normal pregnancies vary in length from 35 to 40 weeks
NaturalThe Signature of Toxic Herbs
Dutchmans pipe compound called aristolochic acid has molecular signature that signals exposure
Mental HealthMinding the Minds of the Military
Curbing mental illness may help prevent suicides among members of the armed forces
Mental HealthCan a Cocoa a Day Keep Dementia at Bay?
Daily cocoa drinking had little effect on cognitive function for healthy participants
Health NewsOhio Outbreak Hits Retirement Community
Legionnaires disease outbreak in Ohio retirement community causes infections and deaths
Health NewsCan Bird Flu Spread Between People?
H7N9 bird flu person to person transmission seems possible in limited cases
Prescription DrugsDon't Miss a Chance at Disease Protection
Vaccinations among teens often missed during doctor visits when teens could have been vaccinated
Health NewsHow Women Choose: Breast or Bottle
Breastfeeding more likely among outgoing women possibly because they seek more support
Mental HealthTaking the Edge Off With Alcohol?
PTSD with alcohol dependence may be effectively treated with medicine and therapy
Health NewsPreemptive Strike Against Polio in Israel
Israeli polio vaccination campaign launched after finding virus carriers
Mental HealthShe's Gone Country — and She's Happy
Postpartum depression risk slightly higher among women living in cities rather than the country
FeaturesTreating AS as Best Fits
Ankylosing spondylitis treatments include medication and exercise
Health NewsKeeping Cool While Working Out
Workout clothing choice is important if you exercise in the heat
Prescription DrugsTamoxifen Benefits BRCA Carriers Too
Breast cancer survivors with BRCA mutations taking tamoxifen had fewer contralateral cancers
Health NewsGut Feeling About Cancer
Celiac disease patients with persistent intestine damage had higher lymphoma risk
Prescription DrugsLifestyles of the Happy
Antidepressant use may be lower in women with healthier lifestyles