MyHealthNewsDaily Archives
Traffic Noise Linked with Kids' Hyperactivity
April 30, 2013, Lindsey Konkel, MyHealthNewsDaily Contributor
Children exposed to higher levels of roadway noise at home were more likely to have symptoms of ADHD, a new study finds.
HPV Vaccine: 2 Doses May Be As Good As 3
April 30, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Two doses of the HPV vaccine may be just as effective as three at protecting against the virus.
HPV Vaccine: What If You Miss a Dose?
April 30, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Many people start the three-dose series, but don't finish it. What should they do?
Estrogen-Blocking Drugs May Lower Breast Cancer Risk
April 29, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Drugs that block estrogen may prevent breast cancer in some women, according to a new review of studies.
HIV Testing Recommended for All Teens and Adults
April 29, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
All teens and adults ages 15 to 65 should be screened for HIV, according to new recommendations from a government-appointed panel.
Allergies Less Common Among Kids Born Outside the US
April 29, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Children who move to the United States have a lower risk of allergies than kids born in this country.
Reed and Barton Recalls Gingham Bunny Forks and Spoons for Babies
April 29, 2013, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
The pink coloring on the bunny’s ears can come off.
Plastic Surgery Trend: Upper Arm Lifts on the Rise
April 29, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
The plastic surgery procedure that saw the biggest uptick between the years 2000 and 2012 was the upper arm lift, according to a new report.
Children’s Apparel Network Recalls Girl’s Clothing Sets
April 26, 2013, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
The vest sold with these sets has a belt at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces .
Could a Blood Test Detect Autism? Study Aims to Answer
April 26, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
A simple blood test may reveal a child's risk for autism.
Lack of Sleep May Harm Men's Sperm
April 26, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Not getting enough sleep isn't good for the swimmers, a new study from Denmark says.
Slider Tricycles Recalled
April 26, 2013, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
The handlebar can unexpectedly loosen while in use.
What Is Shock?
April 26, 2013, Fred Cicetti, MyHealthNewsDaily Columnist
What causes a person to go into shock?
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers Sickens 73
April 25, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Salmonella linked to contaminated cucumbers has sickened at least 73 people.
Target Recalls Giada De Laurentiis Lasagna Pan
April 25, 2013, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff
The pan can break causing sharp edges.
Autism May Be Linked to Placenta Abnormalities
April 25, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
Children at a high risk of developing autism were more likely to have certain abnormal structures within the placenta, a new study says.
New Bird Flu: What the First 82 Cases Reveal
April 25, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Here's what an investigation of 82 people infected with the new bird flu virus can tell us about the disease.
One Source of Bird Flu Virus Found
April 25, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Staff Writer
Poultry markets in Shanghai are likely one source of H7N9 bird flu infections.
Pictures Better than Sign Language for Communicating with Kids with Autism
April 24, 2013, Tanya Lewis
Learning to speak relies on motor skills and positive reinforcement.
A Daily Can of Soda May Raise Diabetes Risk
April 24, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Consuming just one 12-ounce soda a day may increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
How Gut Bacteria Increase Heart Disease Risk
April 24, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Gut bacteria may play a role in the development of heart disease, a new study suggests.
Stroke Risk: Why Health Habits Matter in Children, Teens
April 24, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
A study of people who lived in the "stroke belt" during their teens may shed light on the role these years play in the risk of stroke later in life.
4 Tips for Making Healthy Meals for Kids
April 24, 2013, Deborah Enos, CN, MyHealthNewsDaily Columnist
Making a healthy meal for kids on busy days is a challenge. Here are a few tips to make it easier.
Skin Cancer Linked to Higher Risk of Other Cancers
April 23, 2013, Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily Managing Editor
People who have had common skin cancers may be at an increased risk of getting cancer again in their life, according to a new study.
Top Meats That Can Make You Sick
April 23, 2013, Rachael Rettner, MyHealthNewsDaily Senior Writer
Chicken and ground beef top the list of risky meats.