New Recommendations for Breast Cancer Screening Meet Resistance
In a move that surprised many, including physicians and other healthcare providers, the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) announced new guidelines for breast cancer screening.

Infections Linked to Stroke
A new study suggests that being exposed to several common pathogens may contribute to the risk for having a stroke.

Lack of Knowledge About Diabetes is a Concern
Diabetes is a frequently-diagnosed disease, yet many Americans lack basic knowledge about the potentially life-threatening condition, according to a new survey from the American Diabetes Association.

Be Cautious with Halloween Face Paints
Halloween face painting for little trick-or-treaters may need to be reconsidered, according to a new report released this week.

Car Seat Danger Can Occur Outside of Vehicles
A new study reveals good news and bad news about infant car seats: while these safety devices have saved countless young lives, they are also responsible for thousands of injuries when improperly used outside of motor vehicles.

HRT and Tender Breasts May Indicate Increased Breast Cancer Risk
Women taking estrogen/progestin hormone replacement therapy who experience breast tenderness may be at increased risk for developing breast cancer, according to a new study released this week.

H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccine on the Way
As the first doses of the H1N1 swine flu vaccine leave the manufacturers, federal health officials continue to stress the product's safety.

Child Growth Charts Often Difficult to Understand
The growth charts widely used in pediatricians' offices are not easily understood or interpreted by many parents, a new survey finds. The results of the survey are reported in the medical journal Pediatrics.

New Ban on Flavored Cigarettes Aimed at Young Smokers
Cigarettes flavored with vanilla, berry, or chocolate flavors, aimed at enticing young people to smoke, are no longer available in the US.

Lowering Blood Sugar to Decrease Inflammation Studied
Using certain glucose-lowering medications in people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes does not appear to decrease inflammation association with the development of heart disease, according to a new study.

Lower Back Pain Eased with Yoga
According to a new study, chronic pain in the lower back may be eased with yoga.

H1N1 Flu Accompanies College Students Back to Campus
As college students head back to campus, clusters of H1N1 swine are being noted on many campuses. School administrators are working on efforts to encourage students to take preventative steps to keep the virus from spreading further.

Cancer Survival May be Affected by Marital Status
A new study finds that marital separation may negatively affect a person's recovery from cancer, even more so than being divorced or widowed.

Whole-Grain Cereals Have Nutrition Other than Fiber
A new study has found that natural antioxidants, known for their health-promoting properties, may be found in your morning bowl of cereal.

Colorectal Cancer Incidence, Death Rates May Decrease with Aspirin
A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) finds that taking aspirin might not only reduce the risk of getting colorectal cancer, but may also lower the odds of dying from the disease.

Home Medications Cause Most Accidental Poisonings
Medications found in the family medicine cabinet are the leading cause of accidental poisonings in US children, according to a new report.

Cloudy Skies May Cloud Your Thinking
People suffering from depression have been found to have memory and other cognitive (thinking skills) problems during gloomy weather, according to a new report.

Air Pollution, Parental Stress Can Affect Risk for Asthma
In addition to automobile exhaust, a new study finds that parents with high stress levels can also affect a child's risk for developing asthma.

Knee Cartilage Loss Linked to Being Overweight
According to a new report, being overweight or obese can cause rapid deterioration of the cartilage in the knee, leading to osteoarthritis - yet another reason for people to maintain a healthy body weight.

Acid Reflux Medications Should be Used with Caution
Ironically, a new study finds that drugs commonly used to treat heartburn and acid reflux may actually cause heartburn.

Higher Doses of Radiation Often Needed for Obese, Overweight Patients
New research indicates that people who are overweight and obese are usually given higher-than-normal doses of radiation in order to obtain usable X-ray images, even though the long-term effects are unknown.

Summer Time Means Tick and Mosquito Bite Time
Now that summer has officially arrived, millions of Americans will be picnicking in grassy fields and camping in the woods.

Lifestyle May Counter Genetic Influence on Blood Pressure
Having a genetic makeup that can promote the developmetnnt of high blood pressure does not necessarily mean that a person will acquire the condition.

Strict Diabetes Control with Heart Disease Still Under Review
The relationship between tight blood sugar control and the risk of heart trouble is still unclear, even after research involving two large diabetes clinical trials.