Mild Depression Often Worsens Without Treatment
Well over half of the people with mild depression fall deeper into depression over time if they don't receive care for the condition, say researchers in a new study.

Grass and Cleats Combo May Be Best for Knees
Shoes and the type of surface you're playing on make a difference in your chances of injuring a knee during sports, according to a new study. A combination of natural grass -- rather than artificial turf -- and cleats seem to be the best combination.

Rising Glaucoma Rates Make Testing More Important Than Ever
With more of the population in the groups at higher risk for glaucoma, regular eye exams are even more important, eye experts say.

Pediatric Obesity Programs Help Youngsters Lose Weight
Triggered by a new report that weight-loss programs for kids work, new recommendations encourage doctors to screen school-aged children and teens and send them to treatment programs if they're obese.

Full Body Scanners Safe for Air Travelers, Experts Say
Experts say increased use of full body scanning in airports won't expose passengers to excess radiation.

New Immunization Guidelines for Children Released
New recommendations on childhood and teen immunizations have been released.

Cases of Swine Flu Decline, Along with Public Fear
The number of cases of H1N1 swine flu continues to go down, and the supplies of the vaccine is now plentiful. However, too few people are getting inoculated now.

Breastfeeding Benefits Both Baby and Mother
New information suggests that breastfeeding not only benefits babies, it can also provide benefits for the mother's heart health later in life.

Some Children's Swine Flu Vaccines Recalled
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced this week that over three-quarters of a million doses of H1N1 flu vaccine for children have been recalled by the manufacturer due to a loss in potency.

Soy Appears to Decrease Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence, Death
The risk of death and cancer recurrence in women who have had breast cancer may be lowered with regular consumption of a moderate amount of soy foods, according to new research.

'Tis the Season to Choose Toys and Gifts with Care
During this season of joy and wonder, it is hard to think that a toy - an object meant to inspire whimsy and fun - might instead cause injury and death. But it happens.

Changes in Cancer Screening Recommendations Cause Confusion
Changes in screening recommendation for two types of cancer - breast and cervical - announced in close proximity to each other within the past two weeks have upended the world of cancer screening.

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.