Heart transplant patients celebrate life
2007-02-14 10:21:25
Eddie Knipp's two heart transplants have given him the wisdom to savor the small wonders of life and the strength to endure one of its largest losses.
US: Rotavirus vaccine may harm infants
2007-02-14 10:17:54
The government warned on Tuesday of potentially life-threatening twisting of the intestines in infants vaccinated against a virus that is the leading cause of early childhood diarrhea.
Male sweat can boost arousal in women
2007-02-14 08:52:01
A chemical in male sweat can boost mood, brain activity and sexual arousal in heterosexual women, according to a new study released just in time for Valentine's Day.
Doctors explore use of mismatched hearts
2007-02-13 09:52:11
Connor Geddes was 13 days old when surgeons gave him a new heart that didn't match his blood type - deliberately.
Study: On-the-job naps might help heart
2007-02-13 09:16:16
Office nappers now have the perfect excuse: New research shows that a little midday snooze seems to reduce the risk of fatal heart problems, especially among men.
Virtual reality is therapy for injuries
2007-02-12 11:36:22
A new system is using virtual reality scenes of surfing and jogging to help physiotherapy patients improve their balance and, for some, even to learn to walk again.
Many lung cancer cases in nonsmokers
2007-02-10 11:37:18
Up to 20 percent of women who develop lung cancer have never smoked, US researchers found in a study that suggests secondhand smoke may be to blame.
Having a stroke? Make 911 your first call
2007-02-10 09:54:55
People who think they're having a stroke, and their loved ones, often call others for advice before calling an ambulance, hints a study conducted in Australia.
US says autism rate about 1 in 150
2007-02-09 10:21:02
About one in 150 American children has autism, US health officials said Thursday, calling the troubling disorder an urgent public health concern that is more common than they had thought.
Overuse of skin creams can cause death
2007-02-08 17:03:43
People who use large amounts of skin-numbing creams and lotions, often in conjunction with cosmetic procedures, are at risk of irregular heartbeats, seizures and even death, US health officials warned on Tuesday.
Hair salons raise stroke awareness
2007-02-08 11:15:33
Two women in Cincinnati had better leave big tips the next time they get their hair done. They survived strokes thanks to fast action by their beauticians, who were taking part in a novel program to raise stroke awareness as they clipped, straightened and braided their customers' hair.
Study: Moral beliefs may sway docs' care
2007-02-08 09:14:47
A disturbing number of doctors do not feel obligated to tell patients about medical options they oppose morally, such as abortion and teen birth control, and believe they have no duty to refer people elsewhere for such treatments.