Injuries More Common in Teens Who Focus on Single Sport
2016-03-26
Study shows the more teens specialize, the greater the risk of knee and hip problemsContinue Reading
Nearly All U.S. Doctors ‘Overprescribe’ Addictive Narcotic Painkillers: Survey
2016-03-25
While 99 percent exceed the recommended 3-day dosage limit, a quarter write prescriptions for a full monthContinue Reading
Distance Matters for Quality Rectal Cancer Care
2016-03-25
The farther a patient has to travel for radiation therapy, the less likely it will happen, study findsContinue Reading
Simple Steps Can Ease Care of Loved One With Alzheimer’s
2016-03-25
Limit their choices and distractions and always keep safety uppermost, expert advisesContinue Reading
Mild Appendicitis Complication Rates Similar for Surgery, Antibiotics
2016-03-25
Decision not to operate might be matter of personal preference, researchers sayContinue Reading
Spring a Good Time to Instill Healthy Habits in Kids
2016-03-25
Outside activity feels less like a chore when the weather is warm, expert suggestsContinue Reading
Surgeons’ Experience Matters With Thyroid Removal
2016-03-25
Track record best for doctors who perform 25-plus thyroidectomies a year, researchers sayContinue Reading
Brain Stimulation May Help People With Anorexia
2016-03-25
Depression treatment cut urge to restrict food, study saysContinue Reading
Troubled Kids’ Psychiatric Care Often Delayed by Insurance Rules
2016-03-25
Dealing with red tape consumes clinicians’ time, poses danger to patients, researchers sayContinue Reading
Health Highlights: March 25, 2016
2016-03-25
Comedian Garry Shandling Dies at 66
New ACL Repair Method Shows Promise
Medicare May Soon Cover Program to Help Prevent Diabetes
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