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Study: Trash Old, Unused Drugs
Fri, 18 May 2012 18:41:39 EST
Prescription medication "take-back" programs are increasingly promoted as a way to safely dispose of unused drugs, but they are no better for the environment than simply throwing old drugs in the trash, a new study suggests.
CDC: All Baby Boomers Should Get Tested for Hepatitis C
Fri, 18 May 2012 16:37:35 EST
One in 30 baby boomers may be infected with the hepatitis C virus, but few know it until it's too late for their livers.
Athletes Better Equipped to Play Through the Pain
Fri, 18 May 2012 16:09:47 EST
New research confirms that athletes have a higher tolerance for pain than couch potatoes or even weekend warriors, and the finding could help investigators discover better ways to manage pain.
FDA Approves Generic Versions of Plavix
Fri, 18 May 2012 13:58:01 EST
The FDA has approved several generic versions of the popular blood thinner Plavix (clopidogrel).
Chinese Herb Kudzu May Help Drinkers Cut Down
Thu, 17 May 2012 18:30:20 EST
An extract from the Chinese herb kudzu may help drinkers cut down on drinking, according to a new, pilot study.
Drowning Top Cause of Injury Deaths in Kids 1-4
Thu, 17 May 2012 17:55:05 EST
Although the death rate for drowning in the U.S. has gone down in the last decade, drowning leads to more deaths among young children aged 1 to 4 than any other cause except birth defects, a new report from the CDC reveals.
Cognitive Therapy for Depression
Thu, 17 May 2012 15:01:26 EST
Cognitive therapy for depression teaches people how to use a mental "toolkit" to challenge negative thoughts. Over the long term, this process can bring about positive changes in how a depressed person sees the world.
More People -- Even Kids -- Need to Wear Sunglasses
Thu, 17 May 2012 00:03:28 EST
With summer nearly upon us, our sunglass habits could use improvement, according to a new report issued today by The Vision Council, an industry group.
Fewer U.S. Teens and Young Adults Smoke
Thu, 17 May 2012 00:03:28 EST
Fewer American teens and young adults are smoking cigarettes, a new government report shows.
For Some Athletes, Head Blows May Hamper Learning
Wed, 16 May 2012 19:03:35 EST
College football and hockey players sustain numerous blows to the head every season. Those hits, according to a new study, may add up to brain injuries that impact learning.
Raising HDL Levels May Not Lower Heart Attack Risk
Wed, 16 May 2012 18:51:02 EST
It is widely believed that raising "good" cholesterol levels lowers heart attack risk, but surprising new research finds evidence that this may not be the case.
Z-Pak Heart Attack?
Wed, 16 May 2012 17:16:58 EST
Study: People taking the commonly prescribed antibiotic azithromycin -- better known as Zithromax or Z-Pak -- have an increased risk of sudden heart death. The risk is higher for those with heart failure or diabetes.
Coffee May Be Part of the Recipe for a Longer Life
Wed, 16 May 2012 17:01:29 EST
Whatever you call it -- joe, java, mud -- it is likely a key way to jump-start your day, and now new research suggests it may not only be good at that -- but it may make your life longer.
Sunscreen Safety: Ingredients, Labels, and More
Wed, 16 May 2012 16:39:28 EST
WebMD talks to dermatologists about sunscreen safety, ingredients, and labels.
Amanda de Cadenet Starts ?The Conversation?
Wed, 16 May 2012 13:24:19 EST
The LA-based photographer?s new show dishes body image, motherhood, healthy aging, and more with top women celebrities.
Infant Head Lag May Signal Autism
Wed, 16 May 2012 11:06:40 EST
Infants who show developmental delays in head and neck muscle control may be at increased risk for autism, a new study suggests.
Americans Living Longer but Obesity Rising
Wed, 16 May 2012 00:01:50 EST
The CDC today released its annual state of the union?s health, and there?s good news and bad. We?re living longer, for example. But we?re also gaining more weight.
First At-Home HIV Test Nears Approval
Tue, 15 May 2012 18:11:52 EST
An FDA advisory panel says the agency should approve over-the-counter sale of the OraQuick home HIV test. Results take only 20 minutes. One problem: About 1 in 14 people with HIV will get a negative result.
New Sunscreen Guide: 1 in 4 Products Deemed Safe
Tue, 15 May 2012 17:55:02 EST
With warmer weather on the way, the Environmental Working Group has just released a new edition of their popular sunscreen guide.
Paralyzed Man's Hand Movement Partially Restored
Tue, 15 May 2012 16:00:20 EST
Surgeons in St. Louis have restored partial function to a 71-year-old man's hands, which had been paralyzed following a spinal cord injury sustained in a car accident two years before the surgery.
New Clues to Schizophrenia
Tue, 15 May 2012 04:02:30 EST
Scientists have developed a test that may be able to predict who is at risk for schizophrenia, a complex mental illness that is thought to run in families.
Flesh Eating Bacteria and Lupus
Mon, 14 May 2012 18:00:39 EST
Aimee Copeland, the young Georgia woman battling infection with flesh-eating bacteria, reportedly has lupus. In this expert Q&A, rheumatologist Chaim Putterman discusses lupus and the risk of necrotizing fasciitis.
The Laxative-Free 'Virtual Colonoscopy'
Mon, 14 May 2012 17:32:00 EST
A new study suggests that a laxative-free ?virtual colonoscopy? -- which uses computerized tomography, or CT scanning, to create a three-dimensional view of the colon?s interior -- can pick up about 90% of precancerous polyps that are 10 millimeters (0.4 inches) or larger.
Fitness Fights High Blood Pressure Genes
Mon, 14 May 2012 16:11:39 EST
Does high blood pressure run in your family? Keeping physically fit may lower your odds of developing high blood pressure by a third.
Stretching: How to Stretch, When to Stretch
Mon, 14 May 2012 16:04:44 EST
Should you stretch before or after a workout, and how should you stretch? WebMD talks to experts about stretching.
Sleepwalking May Be More Common Than You Think
Mon, 14 May 2012 16:02:39 EST
Sleepwalking may be more common than experts have estimated, says a California psychiatrist. "The numbers are very big," says researcher Maurice Ohayon, MD, PhD, DSc, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and director of the Stanford University Sleep Epidemiology Research Center. In his poll of nearly 16,000 adults, he found nearly 30% reported a history of sleepwalking. That included episodes in childhood and adolescence.
Acupuncture May Be Worth a Shot for COPD
Mon, 14 May 2012 13:36:58 EST
Acupuncture may allow people with the lung disease COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) to breathe a little bit easier.
Autism: Life After High School a Challenging Time
Mon, 14 May 2012 00:06:33 EST
This year in the U.S. about 50,000 children with autism will transition to young adulthood, and for many -- especially those without economic advantages -- this transition is far from smooth, new research shows.
Bottles, Binkies, and Batteries Send Kids to ER
Mon, 14 May 2012 00:02:05 EST
The same bottle or toy that comforts small children may prove dangerous as they get older and more curious.
Eggs at Breakfast May Delay Hunger
Fri, 11 May 2012 18:02:37 EST
Starting your day off with an egg may help curb your appetite better than cereal, new research suggests.
A Better Way to Assess Body Fat and Health Risk?
Fri, 11 May 2012 18:02:37 EST
BMI's days as a top way to measure body fat and associated health risks may be numbered. New research suggests that the better way to know where you stand concerning health risks related to your amount of body fat is your waist-to-height ratio.
Concussions: Girls Have Longer Recovery Time
Fri, 11 May 2012 17:17:40 EST
Girls take longer to recover from sports-related concussions than boys do, according to new research.
Sunscreen Ingredient Linked to Endometriosis
Fri, 11 May 2012 15:41:02 EST
Certain chemicals that are widely used in sunscreens and other products because they protect against UV light are associated with an increased risk of developing the gynecological condition endometriosis, a new study shows.
Arm and Hand Exercises for Stroke Rehab
Fri, 11 May 2012 13:02:42 EST
WebMD asked stroke rehab experts to describe the types of exercises that are used to help stroke survivors regain the use of their affected arm.
Stroke Recovery and Rehab: 10 Important Questions
Fri, 11 May 2012 12:59:36 EST
WebMD answers questions about what to expect following a stroke, from recovery and rehab to preventing future strokes and finding support.
Stroke Prevention Lifestyle Tips
Fri, 11 May 2012 12:57:44 EST
If you've already had a stroke, preventing a second one is a top priority. WebMD checks with the experts and offers lifestyle tips that can help prevent future strokes.
Stroke Recovery: Tips for the Caregiver
Fri, 11 May 2012 12:54:46 EST
Caring for a loved one who has had a stroke can be a daunting task. WebMD asked experts what caregivers need to know. Here are their caregiving tips.
Medications to Reduce Arm Spasticity After a Stroke
Fri, 11 May 2012 12:52:15 EST
WebMD talked with experts to find out what kinds of medications are used to help patients who develop spasticity after a stroke regain control over their arm movements.
Bypass Beats Angioplasty for People With Diabetes
Fri, 11 May 2012 11:59:42 EST
People with diabetes who undergo bypass surgery to open clogged heart arteries may live longer than their counterparts who chose angioplasty, a new study shows.
FDA Panel OKs Truvada as First HIV-Preventive Drug
Thu, 10 May 2012 22:08:25 EST
An FDA advisory panel today recommended approval of the drug Truvada to prevent the spread of HIV infection in high-risk, healthy people.
New Diet Drug Lorcaserin Wins Vote From FDA Panel
Thu, 10 May 2012 19:33:51 EST
An FDA advisory committee voted 18-4, with one abstention, that the agency should approve lorcaserin, which would make it the first new prescription weight loss drug in more than a decade.
Sunburns, Tanning Beds: Young Adults at Risk
Thu, 10 May 2012 18:17:08 EST
Two new reports from the CDC are shedding more light on just how many young people may be soaking up ultraviolet (UV) rays -- whether it's outdoors or UV rays from indoor tanning.
Many Pregnant Women Fear Exercising
Thu, 10 May 2012 17:29:39 EST
While exercise during pregnancy has proven benefits for healthy women, many still fear it, according to a new study.
Do You Have 'Social Jet Lag'?
Thu, 10 May 2012 16:52:01 EST
People who have different sleep patterns on the weekends than they do during the work week may experience "social jet lag," and a new study shows this shift in sleep schedule is linked to obesity.
Herbal Treatments for PMS
Thu, 10 May 2012 16:43:31 EST
WebMD talks to experts about herbal remedies for PMS.
About 20% of White Women Smoke While Pregnant
Thu, 10 May 2012 00:01:29 EST
White women who are pregnant are more likely to smoke cigarettes than African-American or Hispanic mothers-to-be, a new government report shows.
Predicting Success Rates for Epilepsy Drugs
Wed, 09 May 2012 19:09:25 EST
Half of all epilepsy patients who are initially started on one anti-seizure drug remain seizure-free for at least a year, a new study confirms.
Pregnancy After 40: Healthy Weight Improves Risk
Wed, 09 May 2012 18:50:40 EST
Pregnancy after 40 does carry more risks, but being at a healthy weight before getting pregnant seems to modify those risks, new research suggests.
Having 'Type D' Personality May Hurt Your Health
Wed, 09 May 2012 18:21:40 EST
According to new research, patients with what's known as a "Type D" personality -- meaning a distressed and generally pessimistic outlook on life -- may be more likely to face poor health after having an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) put in place than other patients with the same device.
Testosterone Linked to Weight Loss in Obese Men
Wed, 09 May 2012 17:51:49 EST
Testosterone replacement may promote weight loss in obese older men who have low levels of the male sex hormone, a new study shows.