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(CNN) - For most pregnant ladies, enjoying a drink at the local bar isn't an option, or is it? A study just released in the British Medical Journal found that when moms consumed a moderate amount of alcohol,
For most pregnant ladies, enjoying a drink at the local bar isn't an option, or is it?
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:03 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:03:28 GMT
(CNN) - Total costs for health care services are expected to rise 6.5 percent next year, when the Affordable Care Act fully kicks in. That's according to a report released Tuesday by PWC's Health Research
Total costs for health care services are expected to rise 6.5 percent next year, when the Affordable Care Act fully kicks in.
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No matter your skin tone, dermatologists say the best protection against the sun is putting on sunscreen, whether you're outside for 30 minutes, or three hours.
Unprotected exposure to the sun could lead to sunburn, or in some cases, skin cancer. No matter your skin tone, dermatologists say the best protection against the sun is putting on sunscreen, whether you're outside for 30 minutes or three hours.
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that companies cannot patent parts of naturally-occurring human genes, a decision with the potential to profoundly affect the emerging and lucrative medical and biotechnology...
The Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously threw out attempts to patent human genes, siding with advocates who say the multibillion-dollar biotechnology industry should not have exclusive control over genetic information...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says an outbreak of hepatitis A linked to a frozen berry mix sold at Costco has grown to 87 people with illnesses in eight states.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says an outbreak of hepatitis A linked to a frozen berry mix sold at Costco has grown to 87 people with illnesses in eight states.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
Anyone who has ever been a volunteer knows that it feels good to help others, but researchers have found a less obvious benefit: volunteering can help reduce older adults' risk of high blood pressure.
Two new studies offer some solace to those who can't control their weight despite diet and exercise by providing more evidence that genetics may play a role in obesity.
Two new studies offer some solace to those who can't control their weight despite diet and exercise by providing more evidence that genetics may play a role in obesity.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Whooping cough cases are escalating in the United States, and many American adults are unknowingly exposing vulnerable babies to the potentially deadly disease because their vaccinations are not up to date.
Adding an organ donation option to the average Facebook user's profile prompted a dramatic rise in potential donors, researchers report.
Adding an organ donation option to the average Facebook user's profile prompted a dramatic rise in potential donors, researchers report.
West Nile Prediction By Wendy Ray
Mosquitoes are back, and so are concerns about the West Nile Virus.
In fact, some health leaders say the mosquito-borne illness could be an even bigger problem this year. Some are fearing it will be worse, because now more species of mosquitos are infected.
Dr. Ed Masters has done his share of mosquito research. He says, "This is likely to be a huge problem this year." He also says even though most cases of human West Nile Virus are mild, doesn't mean there's not cause for concern. "It's not just going to be the elderly or the immune compromised people," Dr. Masters says. "It's going to be young people too."
Masters says they're looking at the history of St. Louis encephalitis as a model. The second year the virus was tracked was worse than the first. "They're fearful that's what may happen to West Nile this year, that last year it was planting the garden, this year it will be full bloom," Dr. Masters says.
Kevin Gillespie with the Jackson County Health Department says the state of Illinois is doing what it can to prevent the spread of West Nile. Last year, there were close to 900 human cases in Illinois, resulting in 64 deaths. "We look for certain indications that West Nile is in the area, we'll be testing dead birds and trapping mosquitoes, as well as field tests," Gillespie says.
Both Gillespie, and Dr. Masters agree the best way to get rid of mosquitoes is to eliminate breeding grounds, anywhere standing water can accumulate. "If you can control mosquitoes now, they don't have a chance to breed again and again. Mosquitoes killed now are worth a whole lot more than a lot of mosquitoes killed later in the year," Dr. Masters says.
Dr. Masters and a friend have actually invented a mosquito and tick trap that should be on the shelves by June. It's an effort to catch mosquitoes or ticks that may be infected, and spread diseases.
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