U.S. Pediatricians to Add Poverty to Well-Visit Checklist
2016-03-09
One simple question might help families avert serious health risks, American Academy of Pediatrics saysContinue Reading
Doctors May Be Missing Chances to Treat Prediabetes
2016-03-09
Study found many patients with higher-than-normal blood sugar levels were not being treated for itContinue Reading
Health Highlights: March 9, 2016
2016-03-09
‘Fifth Beatle’ George Martin Dead at 90
Obama in Excellent Shape: Doctor
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Health Tip: Stuff Your Salad With Nutritious Ingredients
2016-03-09
Herbs and greens add flavor and nutrients
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Special Infant Formulas Don’t Shield Against Asthma, Allergies: Study
2016-03-08
Review of nearly 70 years of data found no protective effect; experts urge breast-feeding insteadContinue Reading
Six Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Colon Cancer
2016-03-08
Diet, weight and physical activity play a significant role, expert saysContinue Reading
Vitamin D a No Go for Arthritic Knees, Study Finds
2016-03-08
Supplements didn’t slow disease progression or ease pain, even in patients with low levels of the vitamin
Most Teens Who Abuse ADHD Meds Get Them From Others
2016-03-08
Study finds 54 percent of kids surveyed use medications for non-medicinal purposesContinue Reading
Screen High-Risk Adults for Tuberculosis, Experts Say
2016-03-08
Up to 10 percent of those with dormant TB develop active infection, according to health task forceContinue Reading