Superbug, Salmonella Outbreak, and Measles Risk

	Weekly Health News Through Friday, October 09, 2015

Monday, October 05, 2015

Varicose Veins and Spider Veins

Varicose veins can be caused be weakened valves in the veins or weakened walls of the veins, or by inflammation in the veins (phlebitis). Read more ...

• Obesity Won't Affect Joint Surgery Safety, Study Finds

• Climate Change May Lead to Low Newborn Weights in Poorer Nations

• Migrating Birds May Bring Exotic Ticks to U.S.

• Childhood Brain Tumor Survivors May Have Memory Troubles

• Transgender Discrimination Linked to Risky Health Behaviors

• Higher-Volume Rehab Centers Better for Hip Fracture Recovery: Study

• Study Links Early Infections to Celiac Risk

• Keytruda Approved for Leading Form of Lung Cancer

• Expert Offers Car Seat Safety Tips

• Zip Line Injuries on the Rise

• Health Tip: Live Better With Asthma

• Health Tip: Climate Can Affect Allergies

• 'Tweeners' Who Think Pot Is Cool More Likely to Drink and Drive Later: Study

Tuesday, October 06, 2015

New Antibiotic-Resistant 'Superbug' an Emerging Threat, CDC Says

A relatively new antibiotic-resistant bacteria called CRE is making inroads in some major American cities, U.S. health officials report. Read more ...

• State Anti-Bullying Laws May Lead to Fewer Bullied Kids

• Hispanic, Poor Children May Have Greater Risk of Losing Eye to Cancer

• Could Injection Be Used Someday to Spay or Neuter Pets?

• Routine Screening for Child Abuse Might Spot More Cases: Study

• Flu Vaccine May Also Protect Against Pneumonia

• Some Blood Pressure Drugs May Be Risky for Certain Surgery Patients

• Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Seems Good for Teen Hearts: Study

• FDA Orders Studies on Contaminated Endoscopes Tied to Illness Outbreaks

• Poor, Minorities Spend More Time Waiting for Medical Care

• Move More to Prevent Heart Failure

• As HIV Patients Live Longer, Certain Cancer Risks Rise: Study

• Parents Can Take Steps to Help Make Homework Less Stressful

• Making Sense of the Email Avalanche

• California Gov. Jerry Brown Signs Right-to-Die Bill Into Law

• Health Tip: Boost Energy Without Caffeine

• Doctors Use 3D Printing to Safeguard Baby Before Birth

• Young Cancer Survivors Often Develop New Malignancies

• Concussion Recovery May Be Delayed in Older Adults

• Grades May Sink for Girls Who Are Compulsive Texters

• Face-to-Face Contact May Beat Email, Phone for Staving Off Depression

• Asthma Drug Use in Infants Linked to Stunted Growth

Wednesday, October 07, 2015

More Than 730 Illnesses Reported in Latest Salmonella Outbreak

A salmonella outbreak that has been linked to contaminated cucumbers imported from Mexico has now caused 732 illnesses in 35 states, U.S. health officials said Tuesday. Read more ...

• Rehab May Not Help After Broken Ankle: Study

• Hormone Replacement May Protect Women's Kidneys, Study Suggests

• Less-Invasive Surgery May Not Be Best Option for Rectal Cancer

• Optune Device Approved for Newly Diagnosed Brain Cancer

• Hospitals Doing Better Job of Promoting Breast-feeding: CDC

• Infants Born to Drug-Abusing Mothers Often Readmitted to Hospital

• Fish May Be the Best Endurance Athletes of All

• Early Detection Still Key to Breast Cancer Survival: Study

• Ovarian Tissue Transplant Can Help Some Women Have Kids After Cancer Treatment

• Health Tip: Teaching Kids to Wash Hands

• Health Tip: Make Good Gluten-Free Choices

• Medical Marijuana Seems Safe for Chronic Pain Patients, Study Finds

• Sex May Boost Female Immune System to Aid Fertility

• FDA Clears Long-Lasting Drug for Schizophrenia

• Almost 2 Million Boxes of Cheerios Recalled

Thursday, October 08, 2015

Suicide Risk May Rise for Some After Weight-Loss Surgery

Troubled people who have weight-loss surgery are more likely to attempt suicide following the procedure, a new study suggests. Read more ...

• Tanning Bed Use, Skin Cancer Rates High Among Gay Men: Study

• Excess Weight Helps Women With Heart Failure, Hurts Men: Study

• Cigarettes May Sabotage Alcoholics' Recovery

• Sun Exposure in Teen Years May Delay Onset of MS: Study

• Bedtime Texting May Be Hazardous to Teens' Health

• New MS Drug Yields Mixed Results in Study

• Help Your Child Get a Good Night's Sleep

• Sensitive Blood Test May Help Rule Out Heart Attack

• Health Tip: Stop Late-Night Snacking

• Health Tip: Is Your Baby's Crib Safe?

• Whistle … and Walk … While You Work

• Surgeon's Experience Tied to Success of Thyroid Removal: Study

• Frequent Hot Flashes Linked to Heart Disease Risk

• PTSD Can Affect Female Vietnam War Vets, Too: Study

• Research May Help Spot Soldiers at Risk for Workplace Violence

Friday, October 09, 2015

1 in 8 U.S. Kids Not Protected Against Measles: Report

In a finding that underscores the dangers of not vaccinating all children for measles, researchers estimate that one in eight American children are vulnerable Read more ...

• Elephants' Cancer-Crushing Secrets May Someday Help People

• Carrots Do Help Aging Eyes, Study Shows

• Risk of Bladder Cancer Rising for Workers in Many Industries

• Americans Spend More on Health Care, But Fare Worse: Report

• Low-Income HIV Patients May Be Doing Better on Obamacare

• Surgery May Raise Survival With Advanced Melanoma: Study

• Colonoscopy Findings Fade Quickly From Memory

• Bike Helmets Protect Against Severe Brain Injury, Study Says

• Scientists Get Closer to Genetics of Homosexuality in Men

• Worse Psoriasis, Less Healthy Arteries, Study Finds

• Common Gene Variant May Raise Miscarriage Risk, Study Finds

• Health Tip: Get Involved in Your Child's Internet Use