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Polluted Air Linked to Autism Risk Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:25:39 EST
Pregnant women who live with smog at higher risk, but experts caution the finding is not definitive
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Best and Worst Supplements and Herbs Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:47:10 EST
Some supplements are good for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Some are dangerous. WebMD explains which supplements and herbs may help relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and which ones you should never take.
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Smoking, and Drinking Alcohol Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:00:39 EST
WebMD talks to experts about how smoking and drinking affect rheuamtoid arthritis.
Could 'Moderate' Drinking Be Safe During Pregnancy? Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:48:17 EST
British study finds no problems with balance in kids, but some experts have concerns about the findings
Concussion Damage Looks Much Like Early Alzheimer's: Study Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:42:54 EST
Preliminary finding suggests mild brain injury triggers long-lasting abnormalities in white matter
Gene Variants May Play Role in Obesity Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:35:56 EST
But findings don't explain exactly how they are connected
How Tall Will I Be: Tips on Predicting Your Height Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:35:42 EST
WebMD discusses ways to help determine what you can expect when it comes to your final height.
Red Meat Linked to Increased Diabetes Risk Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:20:35 EST
Large study finds higher consumption increases risk, but experts are at odds with findings
Statins Plus Certain Antibiotics May Set Off Toxic Reaction: Study Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:14:45 EST
Harmful effects in older patients include muscle, kidney damage, researchers say
Skipping Breakfast May Raise Diabetes Risk Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:06:58 EST
Overweight women who ate morning meal had lower blood sugar, better insulin response in small study
Arizona OK's Medicaid Expansion Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:49:40 EST
Arizona lawmakers have approved Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act. - WebMD
Saturated Fat May Make the Brain Vulnerable to Alzheimer's Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:35:47 EST
Researchers say a small, new study shows that fat cut the body's level of a chemical that keeps Alzheimer's at bay
Kids With Autism May Find Human Voice Unpleasant Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:23:29 EST
MRI shows weaker connection to brain's reward center in those who have high-functioning autism
BPA Exposure Tied to Undescended Testicles in Boys Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:16:24 EST
Early study doesn't prove that common chemical causes the condition, experts say
Teen Boys: Building Muscle Tips, Calories, Exercise, and More Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:26:15 EST
WebMD provides tips for teen guys who want to bulk up. Get diet and nutrition advice, as well as safety tips.
Pets Battling Cancer Can Join Clinical Trials Too Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:21:01 EST
Vets, physicians say a new system may speed up drug discovery for dogs, cats and humans
How to Talk With Your Partner About ED Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:03:31 EST
Talking with your partner about erectile dysfunction can be the first step toward better sex.
Volunteering May Be Good for the Heart in More Ways Than One Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:22:53 EST
Time spent helping others linked to lower blood pressure in older adults, study finds
Steroid Injections for Back Pain Linked to Spinal Fracture Risk Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:44:18 EST
Study of older adults doesn't prove that steroids are to blame, but experts advise caution
Early, Severe Flu Season Caused Big Rise in Child Deaths: CDC Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:44:42 EST
Senior hospitalizations also up during 2012-13 onslaught, U.S. health officials say
Endoscopes Not Always Cleaned Properly: Study Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:43:14 EST
Used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts, dirty devices might pose infection risk
Baldness Drug Propecia May Put Some Men Off Alcohol: Study Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:41:45 EST
Men with sexual side effects appear to drink less, even after they stop taking the drug
Did Men's Yen for Younger Women Cause Menopause? Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:26:19 EST
Study found bias may have sidelined older women sexually, prompted changes that led to infertility
Dads Who Bond With Kids Help Keep Marriage Strong Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:56:42 EST
Sharing housework also key, study found, as is open communication with spouse
Supreme Court Rules That Human Genes Can't Be Patented Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:33:38 EST
Decision should have profound impact on medicine, gene-testing industry
Thin Kids, Weight Problems Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:59:29 EST
Just because your child is thin doesn't mean she's healthy. She could still have weight issues.
Exercise and Your Kid's Brain Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:45:35 EST
Exercise is great for your child's body and brain. It helps with thinking, mood, sleep, and more.
Deep Brain Stimulation Studied as Last-Ditch Obesity Treatment Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:27:15 EST
No major side effects seen in 3 patients over nearly 3 years
Restless Legs Syndrome Tied to Earlier Death Risk Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:28:56 EST
Older men with condition have 39 percent increase in mortality, study suggests
More Evidence Links BPA to Childhood Obesity Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:24:48 EST
Study finds preteen girls who had high levels of common chemical were twice as likely to be overweight
Medicine Might Help Shield Injection Drug Abusers From HIV Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:18:12 EST
Study found 70 percent drop in new infections among addicts who adhered closely to tenofovir treatment
Scientists Find New Clues to Early Onset Alzheimer's Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:15:44 EST
Too much plaque-building protein produced in people with certain genes, study finds
Pesticide Exposure Linked to Changes in Fetal Movement: Study Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:05:05 EST
Findings underscore need to protect developing brain, researcher says
Even 'Hands-Free' Devices Unsafe While Driving: Report Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:38:55 EST
They cause mental distraction that can lead to crashes, experts warn
Standard Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy as Good as Costlier Newcomer: Study Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:33:22 EST
Biologic drug Enbrel wasn't better for patients who didn't respond to methotrexate alone
Short Strolls After Meals May Lower Diabetes Risk Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:59:14 EST
Walking 15 minutes three times a day was better for blood sugar levels than one 45-minute walk, small study found
Will New Gout Findings Get a Toehold? Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:56:00 EST
Flare-ups most likely if condition starts in joints such as knee or elbow, researchers say
Q&A With Common Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:05:12 EST
Musician/actor Common talks about his latest film, his health, being a dad, and his Common Ground Foundation.
Q&A With Nick Lachey Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:04:56 EST
The singer, songwriter, an actor talks about how having a baby has changed his life and music.
Personal Best: Jordana Brewster Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:04:39 EST
"Dallas" star Jordana Brewster shares her healthy living secrets. Plus what's always in her fridge – and her purse.
How Carmelo Anthony Stays On the Ball Tue, 11 Jun 2013 18:04:23 EST
NBA star Carmelo Anthony scores points for his team and the young people who follow in his footsteps.
Sleep Apnea May Boost Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:59:13 EST
Study findings bolster suspected link between sleep disorder and heart-related death
Heavier Pregnant Women Tend to Deliver Prematurely Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:54:19 EST
In large Swedish study, risk rose along with the mother's weight
Blood Tests May Predict COPD Flare-Ups Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:29:55 EST
Signs of chronic inflammation in the blood linked to faster deterioration of lung function
Social Toll of Hearing Loss Could Be Cause for Alarm Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:23:39 EST
Higher rates of hospitalization, illness and depression for seniors reported in study
CDC: 87 Now Sickened in Hepatitis A Outbreak Tied to Frozen Berry Mix Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:26:32 EST
All infections traced to product sold at Costco stores, agency says
Only 5 Percent of Restroom Patrons Wash Hands Properly, Study Finds Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:26:23 EST
And 1 in 10 don't scrub up at all after flushing
U.S. Ends Effort to Limit Access to 'Morning-After' Pill Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:46:05 EST
FDA will heed court order mandating that women, girls of all ages have over-the-counter access
Heading Soccer Balls Tied to Damaging Brain Changes Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:30:40 EST
Doing it a lot may increase risk of memory problems in adult soccer players, study says
Junk Food Bans Help Schoolkids Avoid Unhealthy Snacks: Study Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:58:17 EST
But most elementary schools are in districts or states that don't limit sales of fat, sugar, salt to students