More Kids Now Extremely Obese 3/18/2010

Report authors warn of shorter life spans, impending health problems for these children

Omega-3 May Safely Treat Precancerous Bowel Polyps 3/18/2010

The nutrient could help those at genetic risk for the growths, study finds

Low-Fat Diet Does Little to Alter Cholesterol Levels 3/18/2010

But researcher adds it's still a good choice for losing weight

Implant Shows Promise for Hard-to-Treat Epilepsy 3/18/2010

Pacemaker-like device cut frequency of seizures in study participants

Learning May Be Tougher for the Teen Brain 3/18/2010

When puberty hits, mastery of new skills declines, but research in mice might lead to a solution someday

Selenium Could Shield Against Diabetes 3/18/2010

High levels in men appear to be beneficial, study finds

Swine Flu in Pregnancy Leads Some to ICU 3/18/2010

Moms-to-be more likely to become critically ill than others, study finds

Review Faults Usefulness of Gene Expression Signatures 3/18/2010

For lung cancer, studies to date have too many flaws, researchers say

Prenatal Stress May Boost Baby's Asthma Risk 3/18/2010

Strategies may be needed to promote well-being in pregnancy, researcher says

Prevention of Acupuncture Infection Needs More Focus 3/18/2010

Funding to promote safety guidelines urged by experts

'Comfort Dogs' Come to Emotional Rescue 3/18/2010

Specially trained canines help those suffering aftermath of disaster, having daily struggles

Cultural Outreach Boosts Cancer Care in Asian Americans 3/18/2010

Simple measures could reduce high risks in certain populations, reports suggest

Clinical Trials Update: March 18, 2010 3/18/2010

• Healthy Overweight Volunteers

• Smoking Cessation

• Hepatitis C

Blocking Protein May Stem COPD 3/18/2010

Study in mice could lead to new treatments for smoking-related diseases

Carbaglu Approved for Rare Genetic Disorder 3/18/2010

Causes elevated ammonia in blood

Health Tip: Check Your Skin for Signs of Cancer 3/18/2010

Suggestions for performing a self-exam

Health Tip: Medications and Breast Feeding 3/18/2010

What's safe to take?

Health Highlights: March 18, 2010 3/18/2010

• Loneliness Boosts Blood Pressure

• More Multigenerational Households in U.S.

• Blood Infections Boost Hospital Costs

• Significant Decline in Reported TB Cases: CDC

• Graco Harmony High Chairs Recalled

• Traumatic Brain Injury Major Cause of Death in U.S.

• EPA to Tighten Flea, Tick Product Regulations

• Kraft Reduces Salt in Food Products

• California May Ban Smoking in State Parks

• Philadelphia VA Center Fined for Radiation Treatment Errors

FDA Toughens Rules on Tobacco Sales to Kids 3/18/2010

Move includes near-elimination of cigarette vending machines, restrictions on advertising

Gene Sequences May Make You Unique 3/18/2010

Focusing on genes alone will yield incomplete picture, scientists say