Breast cancer more deadly in black women
2007-09-07 11:33:40
A new study gives a possible explanation for why breast cancer is more deadly in black women: they are more likely to have tumors that do not respond to the hormone-based treatments that help many others with the disease.
Early rising no good for the heart: study
2007-09-07 09:09:09
Generations have praised the wisdom of getting up early in the morning, but a Japanese study says early-risers are actually at a higher risk of developing heart problems.
Tooth loss linked to heart disease risk
2007-09-07 04:55:06
Young adults who lose their teeth to cavities or gum disease may have an increased risk of dying from heart disease later in life, a new study suggests.
Exercise may generate new blood vessels
2007-09-06 10:40:53
Having a bad heart doesn't mean you can skip exercise, doctors said Wednesday. In fact, it may even help your heart to repair itself.
More vitamin D could mean fewer cancer
2007-09-06 05:47:43
Thousands of cases of breast and colon cancers might be averted each year if people in colder climates raised their vitamin D levels, researchers estimate in a new report.
TV viewing causes teenage problems
2007-09-05 09:44:35
Watching television more than two hours a day early in life can lead to attention problems later in adolescence, according to a study released on Tuesday.
Asian men more likely to survive prostate cancer
2007-09-05 04:52:38
In a study of prostate cancer patients living in California, most Asian men with the disease survived longer than their white counterparts. The exception was men from South Asia; their survival was worse than that of white men.
Rock stars more likely to die young
2007-09-05 02:15:08
Living fast and dying young has long been part of rock 'n' roll lore.
One man's genes show DNA is still a mystery
2007-09-04 15:26:14
The first detailed map of a man's genes shows the genetic code is even more complex than anyone thought. For instance, science still cannot pinpoint what makes a person's eyes blue.
Tour de France cyclists have big hearts
2007-09-04 14:04:38
Riding the grueling Tour de France bike race takes strength, stamina - and perhaps a heart nearly 40 percent bigger than normal.
Anxiety over pregnancy linked to premature birth
2007-09-04 06:39:28
Women who are particularly anxious about their pregnancy may be at increased risk of premature delivery, a new study suggests.
New bipolar disorder treatments tested
2007-09-03 11:22:59
Scientists are testing seasickness patches and other surprising options in a challenging search for new ways to treat the crushing depression and uncontrolled mania of bipolar disorder.