Black Women at Raised Risk of Carrying Breast Cancer Genes
2015-08-27
In study of those under 50 with invasive form of disease, 12 percent had BRCA1, BRCA2 mutationsContinue Reading
Despite Pockets of Resistance, Most U.S. Kids Getting Vaccinated
2015-08-27
Health officials call the finding heartening, but worry about lingering opposition to inoculationsContinue Reading
Injuries Tied to Illegal Meth Labs on the Rise: CDC
2015-08-27
‘Shake-and-bake’ chemical explosions are one common, dangerous accident, agency report saysContinue Reading
Healthier School Meals Offered Across U.S., Feds Finds
2015-08-27
Students get more fruits and veggies, less saltContinue Reading
Many Kids Tossing Fruits, Veggies in Trash Since New U.S. School Lunch Rules
2015-08-26
Although youngsters put produce on their trays, they’re throwing out about a third more, study foundContinue Reading
Teens Not the Only Ones Using Cellphones While Driving
2015-08-25
Many adults are calling, texting when behind the wheel, survey findsContinue Reading
Too Few Blacks, Hispanics Becoming Doctors: Study
2015-08-24
Shortage of minority physicians may affect U.S. patient care, experts sayContinue Reading
Promacta Approval Expanded to Kids With Rare Blood Disorder
2015-08-24
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura involves low blood platelet countsContinue Reading
Most Contact Lens Wearers Take Chances With Their Eyes: CDC
2015-08-20
Old cases, contaminated solution and sleeping in lenses boost infection riskContinue Reading
Don’t Let Bedbugs Ruin Your Vacation
2015-08-20
Here’s how to protect yourself from blood-sucking parasites that may be sharing your hotel suiteContinue Reading