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Saturday, July 31, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 31, 2004
Blacks Hard Hit by Kidney Disease
Shield Scars From the Sun

Friday, July 30, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 30, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 30, 2004
Don't Get Burned by Fun in the Sun
Hypnosis Works Better for Male Smokers Trying to Quit
Topical Painkillers Only Offer Temporary Arthritis Relief
Foot Injuries Rise Among Top Athletes
Francis Crick Hailed as Scientific Pioneer
Feet Can't Tell Difference Between Orthotics
Simple Test Predicts Diabetes Amputation Success
Pigeons Use Roadways to Find Their Way Home
Stripping Away the Myths Surrounding ADHD
Cancer Survival Rates Low in Zimbabwe
Brain Injuries Tied to Lack of Side Air Bags

Thursday, July 29, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 29, 2004
Organ Transplants: 50 Years of Sharing Life
Too Little Fish Oil Hurts Your Heart
Smoking During Pregnancy Linked to Cleft Lip in Newborns
Acne Bacteria Genome Decoded
U.S. Getting Point About Vaccinating Kids
Some Eczema Treatments Better Than Others
Anthrax Attack Can Now Be Detected Quickly
Kids Without Siblings Lack Social Skills: Study
Condoms Cut Risk of Pelvic Problems in Women
Clinical Trials Update: July 29, 2004
Smoking Raises Risk of Kidney Disease
How Clint Eastwood Rouses Guys' Love Hormone

Wednesday, July 28, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 28, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 28, 2004
Drug Combo May Halt Liver Disease in Those With HIV/Hepatitis C
Sleeping Pill May Help With Nerve Disorder
Do You Live in a Blue State?
New Insight Into Leptin's Fat-Burning Powers
Medicare Drug Discounts: Confusing But Worth It
MRI Spots Breast Tumors in High-Risk Women
Stutterers Process Language Differently
Lyme Test Overused; Insistent Patients Cited
Clues to Courting Behavior Found
Stem Cell Research Goes on Despite Curbs
Women More Prone to Back Pain

Tuesday, July 27, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 27, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 27, 2004
Doctors Not Heeding Living Wills
Memory Can Be Child's Play
Helping Breast Cancer Patients Make Tough Choices
Bladder Cancer Patients Need Not Lose Their Bladder
Ankle Readings Foretell Walking Problems
Color Recognition Not Innate
Experiment Boosts Inmate Health Care, Cuts Costs
Statins: The Next Miracle Drugs?
Drug Cuts Death Risk for Heart Patients
An Unlikely Ally Against Cancer
U.S. Hospital Medical Errors Kill 195,000 Annually: Report

Monday, July 26, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 26, 2004
Menstrual Migraines Hit Hard
Migraine Drug Users Don't Need Cardiac Stress Test
The Body, Not the Mind, Predicts Cancer Survival
Many Stroke Patients Get Wrong Therapy in Hospitals
Many Abused Children Fall Through Cracks
U.S. Sets Sights on Electronic Health Records
On-the-Job Exercise Helps Diabetics
Clinical Trials Update: July 26, 2004
Fetal Stem Cells Help Repair Stroke Damage
Staying With Same Doctor Leads to Better Care
Type 2 Diabetics Should Avoid Caffeine
Radical Shift Seen in Osteoporosis Therapy

Sunday, July 25, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 25, 2004
Heat Stroke Is No Joke
Vision Loss a Growing Threat for Many Americans

Saturday, July 24, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 24, 2004
New Hope for Women Struggling With PMS
Windsurfing Wisely

Friday, July 23, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 23, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 23, 2004
Solving the Mystery of Huntington's Disease
Study Questions Combo Therapy for Stroke Patients
Stenting Works on Smaller Arteries
Vacations Can be a Heart-Stopper
Fatalistic Doctors Deter HIV-Thwarting Efforts
Is Angioplasty Right for All Heart Patients?
New Devices Seal Hole in Heart
How Homer Helps Your Heart
Listeria Can Linger
Many Seniors Still Ask if Medicare Drug Card is Way to Go

Thursday, July 22, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 22, 2004
Health Updates from the Mouths of Babes
Generic Drugs Bought Online Short on Quality Control
Clinical Trials Update: July 22, 2004
Drug Calms Dementia of Alzheimer's Disease
Radiology Advances Fight Breast Cancer
Strokes Most Likely to Strike on Mondays
Student-Led Sex Ed Shows Promise
For Alzheimer's Patients, a Daily Struggle With No Relief in Sight
Babies Do See World Differently Than Adults
Stroke Severity Deems Where Patients Go Later
New Pathway to Epilepsy Discovered
Synthetic Meningitis Vaccine Created

Wednesday, July 21, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 21, 2004
Blacks, Hispanics Develop Alzheimer's Earlier
Cutting Drug Prices Would Fix Medicare Flaw: Analysis
Amphetamines Dull Your Desire to Win
Silver Lining to HIV Treatment Found
New Colorectal Cancer Drug Raises Hopes, Questions
Genetic Role Seen in Chief Cause of Blindness
Epilepsy Predisposed Kids to Pokémon Seizures
Bill Will Force Food Labels to List Allergens
Clinical Trials Update: July 21, 2004
Drugs Aim to Attack Root of Alzheimer's
Smarter Kids Become Healthier Adults
Choosing Between Parkinson's Drugs

Tuesday, July 20, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 20, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 20, 2004
Marijuana Extract Eases Pain From MS
Suicide Risk Greatest One Month After Starting Antidepressants
Intensive Arthritis Therapy Helps Symptoms
Statin Drug Helps Kids Who Inherit High Cholesterol
Vitamin K Might Prevent Liver Cancer
No Drop in Incidence of Heart Failure
'Mild' Cigarettes Don't Cut Nicotine Intake
New Clues to Cause of Lou Gehrig's Disease
Breast Cancer Cells Have Unlikely Allies
When Your Child Struggles With Sleeplessness
Something's Fishy About Store-Bought Red Snapper

Monday, July 19, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 19, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 19, 2004
Alzheimer's Costs Could Overwhelm Medicare, Medicaid
Depression May Explain Fatigue of Cancer Patients
Thermal Scanner Spots Early Arthritis in Hands
Drug Delays Alzheimer's in Some
Steep Tax Would Curb Youth Smoking
Gene Linked to Some SIDS Deaths
Dogs Catch Like the Pros Do
'Decoy' Slows Cancer Spread
Lifestyle Can Cut Risk of Alzheimer's
Eating Fish May Prevent Irregular Heartbeats
Want a Tan? Pop a Pill

Sunday, July 18, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 18, 2004
X-treme Sports Demand X-treme Protection
Easing the Pain of Tonsillectomies

Saturday, July 17, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 17, 2004
Football and Summer Heat a Dangerous Combo
Steer Clear of Sneezing This Summer

Friday, July 16, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 16, 2004
When Sleep Becomes a Nightmare
Stopping Skin Cancer's Spread
Compound in Mom Key to Infant Development
Teen Birth Rate Hits Record Low
Clinical Trials Update: July 16, 2004
Living With Parents Helps Young Moms Stay in School
Medicare Coverage of Obesity Treatments Won't Be Immediate
Stressed Moms-to-Be May Bear Kids With Behavior Problems
Drugs Found In Nature Stop Cancer Spread
Protein May Be Key to Prostate Cancer
Kid Bicyclists Slow to Move in Traffic
Study Questions 'Crack Baby' Syndrome

Thursday, July 15, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 15, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 15, 2004
New Drug Battles Gleevec Resistance
Discovery May Lead to Lupus Treatments
When Golden Years Are Tarnished With Despair
New Genetic Link to Type 1 Diabetes Found
Nerve Cells Regenerated in Rats
Too Much Childhood TV Tied to Poor Adult Health
Studies: Overeating Akin to Drug Abuse
Mowing Lawns, Staying Safe
Right Diet Might Guard Against Endometriosis
West Nile Continues Westward Trek
A Dangerous Thirst for Summer Sports

Wednesday, July 14, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 14, 2004
Your Bike Should Be A Good Fit
Clinical Trials Update: July 14, 2004
Zoloft Not for Every Alcoholic
Drug Advances Help Fight Alcoholism
Heavy Drinking Raises Breast Cancer Risk
Early Blindness Sharpens Sense of Sound
How to Lick Ice Cream Headache
Pregnant Women Need to Monitor Their Thyroid
Blue Cohosh Linked to Newborn's Stroke
Looking to Lift the Burden of Headaches
New Dish on Fish
Phonics Hooks Kids Into Better Reading

Tuesday, July 13, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 13, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 13, 2004
Stress May Raise Endometrial Cancer Risk
Home Smoking Bans Don't Always Hold
Get the Most From Your Doctor Visits
Study Suggests Viral Link to Breast Cancer
Some '91 Gulf War Vets Report Fertility Problems
Music Hath Charms to Raise Kids' IQs
Kiwi a Significant Food Allergen
Home Exercises Defeat Dizziness
Study Finds Glaucoma Drug Effective
Summer Sun Is a Vision Threat

Monday, July 12, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 12, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 12, 2004
Experts Urge Tighter Cholesterol Control
Beta Blockers Safe for Heart-Failure Patients
Obesity Surgery Doesn't Just Shrink Stomach
Weight-Loss Regimen for Diabetics Questioned
Immunization Rate for Toddlers Needs Booster
Sleep Apnea Tied to Abnormal Heartbeat
Addicted to Tanning Booths?
Not All Brain Connections Are the Same
New Pulmonary Hypertension Guidelines Issue Warning
Asthma Needs Right Treatment
Asthmatics Have Higher COPD Risk

Sunday, July 11, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 11, 2004
Keep Baby Safe in the Sun
HIV Prevention Programs Help Black Teen Girls
HIV Regimen Has Fewer Side Effects

Saturday, July 10, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 10, 2004
Kidney Stones Can Ruin Summer
Hypertension Can Hide Out in Kids

Friday, July 9, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 9, 2004
Blood Test Predicts Kids' Food Allergies
Burn Calories, Lose Weight
Added Protein Gives Sports Drinks Extra Kick
Preventing HIV in Babies Could Harm Moms
Doctors Skimp on Hand Hygiene
Help Seniors Sidestep Medication Mishaps
Family Influences Weight
Old Drug Learns New Tricks
Online Tips for Older Drivers
Mind Control Study Raises Hopes
Clinical Trials Update: July 9, 2004

Thursday, July 8, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 8, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 8, 2004
Soy Safe When It Comes to Breast Cancer
Gene Discovery Could Change Psychiatric Care
Gene Shutoff Prevents Epilepsy in Mice
Stem Cells Repair Heart Attack Damage
Pet Allergens Found in All U.S. Homes
Study: Artificial Sweeteners Lead to Overeating
Gene Therapy Offers Alternative to Heart Drugs
New Clue to Depression
Genetic Privacy Needs Protection
New Drug for Alzheimer's Disease to Be Tested
4th Death Tied to Rabid Organ Donor

Wednesday, July 7, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 7, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 7, 2004
Blood Infection a Threat to Cancer Patients
New Clue to SIDS Puzzle Found
Strong Parenting Cuts STDs in Black Teen Girls
A Little Dust Could Be Good for Tender Skin
Lack of Insurance Tied to Early Death
Drug Prevents Downside of Cancer Miracle
Fast-Rising PSA Levels Signal Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Laser Helps Twins Who Don't Share the Womb Equally
Zithromax Not a Sure Bet for Curing Syphilis
Ginseng Dims Blood Thinner's Potency
Cutting Down on Cutting During Surgery

Tuesday, July 6, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 6, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 6, 2004
Aggressive Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis Pays Off
Early Vitamin Use May Boost Risk of Asthma, Food Allergy
Cough Syrup Doesn't Help Kids -- or Parents
Newborn Jaundice Guidelines Released
Violent TV Sneaks Past Parental Control
Being Double-Jointed May Protect Your Joints
R-Rated Movies Tied to Teen Smoking
Soy Fails As HRT Substitute in Older Women
Researchers Hunt for New Stem Cell Sources
Common Clot-Buster May Have a Superior
Milk Helps Prevent Colon Cancer

Monday, July 5, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 5, 2004
Flies Possess Same Palate as Humans
Silencing Huntington's Disease
The ABCs on More Restful Zzzzzs
High Scores on Video Games Pack on Pounds
Steady Dose of Stress Stresses Immune System

Sunday, July 4, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 4, 2004
Saving Your Skin
Drug Breakthroughs Offer Hope for Parkinson's Patients

Saturday, July 3, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 3, 2004
Thalidomide Eyed for Virulent Cancers
Cool Down When It's Hot

Friday, July 2, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 2, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 2, 2004
I've Got Glucose Monitoring Under My Skin
Long-Held Cystic Fibrosis Theory Challenged
Don't Become a Fireworks Statistic This Year
Sand: It's Fun, but It Can Be Deadly
Caution Urged on Mosquito Repellent for Kids
Alzheimer's Patients Can Still Learn
Helping Brains Stay Cool During Surgery
U.S. Must Be Better Prepared for Emotional Toll of Terrorism
Stents As Good As Radiation for Blocked Arteries
Study Supports Vacuum-Assisted Birth

Thursday, July 1, 2004 return to top...

Health Highlights: July 1, 2004
Clinical Trials Update: July 1, 2004
Trickery Lends a Hand to Brain Discovery
Alcohol May Boost Bone Density
New Kidney Cancer Therapy Shows Promise
'Western' Diet May Boost Stroke Risk
Big Blood Pressure Drop May Lead to Alzheimer's
Immune System Linked to Miscarriage
Chemo More Dangerous Than Thought for Kids
Secondhand Smoke Risk Underestimated
Failing Kidneys Get Boost from Statins
Young Football Players Avoiding Heatstroke
Rabies Kills 3 Organ Recipients From Same Donor

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