14 Million Major Illnesses Caused by Smoking
A new study found smoking is responsible for making about 14 million Americans really sick.
Medical Breakthroughs
Too Much Baseball Pitching Could Damage Kids
Throwing more than 100 pitches a week could impede shoulder development for teenagers and young adults.
Living Near Highway Could Increase Cardiac Death Risk
Living near a major roadway may significantly increase a woman’s risk of sudden cardiac death.
Family Meals Could Impact Children’s Weight
A new study in “Pediatrics” looks at how family meals impact a child’s weight.
Sleep-Related Infant Deaths Happening on Sofas
A study in the journal “Pediatrics” finds about 13% of sleep related infant deaths happen on sofas.
Parents Not Using Car Seats Correctly
Many parents are not using car seats correctly when they drive their newborns home from the hospital.
Healthy Lifestyle Could Prevent Bowel Cancer
A healthier lifestyle may help prevent bowel cancer according to German researchers.
Prostate Cancer Surgery Could Affect Cholesterol
Men who have had prostate cancer surgery may want to watch their cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
New Hope for Type 1 Diabetes
Harvard researchers say they’ve taken a giant step forward in finding a cure for type 1 diabetes.
New Hope for “Bubble Boy” Disease
New hope for boys with SCID-X1, or bubble boy disease.
