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HealthDay News Teen Violence Can Be Contagious, Study Contends Preventive programs could help stop copycat behavior, researchers say TUESDAY, Dec. 20, 2016 Violence could be contagious among teens, according to Ohio State University researchers. The researchers studied data collected in the mid-1990s from more than 5,900 seventh- through 12th-graders... » Read the full article Some Kids' Genes Might Make Food Ads More Tempting Brain scans showed they had more reaction in 'reward center' when viewing fast-food commercials MONDAY, Dec. 19, 2016 Children with a genetic trait linked to obesity may be more likely than other kids to respond to fast-food commercials on TV, a new study suggests. The research, based on brain scans, isn't defini... » Read the full article Study Finds Genetic Link Between Sleep Problems and Obesity Restless legs syndrome, schizophrenia also have biological ties to sleep disorders, research suggests MONDAY, Dec. 19, 2016 There seems to be a genetic link between poor sleep and some medical conditions, including obesity, restless legs syndrome and schizophrenia, researchers report. "This clinical science is an impor... » Read the full article Life After Juvenile Detention Isn't Easy, Especially for Minorities Only 1 in 5 males was working or in school full-time 12 years later, study reveals MONDAY, Dec. 19, 2016 Many people have difficulty getting their lives back on track after being released from juvenile detention, especially those from racial and ethnic minorities, a new study shows. Delinquent youth a... » Read the full article The Impact of Child Abuse Can Last a Lifetime Victims often struggle emotionally, financially as adults, study finds MONDAY, Dec. 19, 2016 The traumatic effects of child abuse and neglect can persist for decades, often with substantial economic consequences, researchers report. "We found associations of child neglect and abuse with a... » Read the full article Nicotine in E-Cigs Can Trigger Lifelong Addiction in Kids: Docs American Academy of Pediatricians' report says the earlier kids 'vape,' the more likely they're hooked MONDAY, Dec. 19, 2016 The earlier youngsters start using nicotine -- even in the form of e-cigarettes -- the harder it is for them to quit a habit that could last a lifetime. So says a new report from the American Acade... » Read the full article Sometimes the Holidays Aren't Always Jolly Take steps to prevent depression, and learn to spot signs that you may need help SATURDAY, Dec. 17, 2016 The emotional and financial stress of the holidays can trigger depression in some people, but there are a number of ways to prevent it, a mental health expert says. "There are so many social acti... » Read the full article Subway Surveillance Video Provides Clues to Suicidal Behavior Leaving belongings on platform and pacing yellow line among troubling signs, researchers say THURSDAY, Dec. 15, 2016 Real-time video surveillance could help identify people at risk of suicide attempts in subway stations, Canadian researchers report. They reviewed closed circuit TV footage of 66 previous suicide... » Read the full article HealthDay TV: Happiness and Your Health Enjoying life may help keep those birthdays coming, according to a new study. » Watch now HealthDay Living: Festive Enchiladas This do-ahead dish adds heat to the holidays cooking-video » Watch now A New Look At Very-Low-Calorie Dieting Weight loss without muscle loss is key diet-video » Watch now No-Bake Holiday Cookies Nut butter and dates star in these treats cooking-video » Watch now Featured: eHealth Portal Health and medical information changes rapidly--even hourly. New studies and findings are reported daily. It is imperative for eHealth portals to stay up-to-date with these studies and findings to encourage their visitors to bookmark and visit daily. Manage Your Newsletter If you don't want to receive this newsletter anymore, please let us know. © 2015 HealthBanks, Inc. All rights reserved. | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy HEALTHBANKS, INC. 15 New England Executive Park Burlington, MA 01803 HealthDay News Service 83 East Avenue, Suite 210 Norwalk CT 06851 Phone: (203) 855-1400 »Visit us online

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HealthDay News Cigarettes Aren't Cool, California Teens Say But kids still don't see nicotine as addictive and may opt for e-cigarettes instead TUESDAY, Dec. 6, 2016 Cigarettes are one accessory today's California teens are more than willing to forego, a new survey finds. Fewer of them than ever think cigarettes are cool, the study found, and many view smoking ... » Read the full article Medical School Can Be an Emotional Pressure-Cooker Yet many students fail to seek the help they need to deal with the stress, study finds TUESDAY, Dec. 6, 2016 Many medical students from around the world struggle with depression, and more than 1 in 10 have suicidal thoughts, researchers report. And only about 16 percent of the students who tested positive... » Read the full article Are Catholic Women Less Likely to Breast-Feed? Study suggests that possibility, review authors say, but more research needed to confirm findings MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 Could religion play a role in breast-feeding practices? Women in Western nations with a strong Protestant heritage are more likely to breast-feed. However, the reverse seems to be true for those in ... » Read the full article U.S. Doctors Still Over-Prescribing Drugs: Survey More than 1 in 4 say antibiotics are given when the drugs will likely do no good MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 Despite evidence that certain drugs aren't always necessary, doctors are still prescribing these treatments, a new survey of doctors reveals. Antibiotics are by far the drugs most frequently used in... » Read the full article When Sibling Has Epilepsy, Kids Worry Protective feelings a very common response, study finds MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 Brothers and sisters of children with epilepsy tend to worry and feel protective toward them, a new study finds. "When a child has a chronic disease, it impacts the family and we wanted to learn how... » Read the full article Just 1 Cigarette a Day Can Be Deadly: Study Light smokers still faced an increased risk of early death MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 Think smoking just one cigarette a day is harmless? Think again, a new study says. Even a single daily cigarette can raise your odds for an early death, the research showed. "There is no ... » Read the full article Men More Likely to Use Marijuana Than Women, Study Finds Researchers suggest 2007 recession may have spurred rise in pot use among men with low incomes MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 As more American adults choose to puff at the marijuana pipe, a gender difference is becoming clear -- men are significantly more likely to smoke pot than women, a new study finds. Compared with 200... » Read the full article Attempted Suicide Rates in U.S. Remain Unchanged Men more often resorted to violent means, while women turned to poisoning, drowning, study finds FRIDAY, Dec. 2, 2016 The number of Americans who attempted suicide and wound up in the emergency room has remained steady in the past decade, a new report finds. Females were more likely to attempt suicide, but males us... » Read the full article HealthDay Living: Smoked Salmon Spread A protein-rich spread with less fat cooking-video » Watch now Diet Program Must-Haves For Success Doing research before you sign up diet-video » Watch now Lemon Thyme Cupcakes Sweet meets savory for better health cooking-video » Watch now Featured: eHealth Portal Health and medical information changes rapidly--even hourly. New studies and findings are reported daily. It is imperative for eHealth portals to stay up-to-date with these studies and findings to encourage their visitors to bookmark and visit daily. Manage Your Newsletter If you don't want to receive this newsletter anymore, please let us know. © 2015 HealthBanks, Inc. All rights reserved. | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy HEALTHBANKS, INC. 15 New England Executive Park Burlington, MA 01803 HealthDay News Service 83 East Avenue, Suite 210 Norwalk CT 06851 Phone: (203) 855-1400 »Visit us online

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HealthDay News Palliative Care Raises Quality of Life, But Doesn't Extend It Researchers find value for extremely ill patients and their caregivers, but add that it doesn't affect survival TUESDAY, Nov. 22, 2016 Palliative care can ease the burden that a serious illness places on both a patient and loved ones, but there's no evidence that it can extend the life of a sick person, a review of the available evidence h... » Read the full article Violent Media Often Give Rise to Nightmares Research also found viewing sexual content can lead to erotic dreams, but not as often TUESDAY, Nov. 22, 2016 Watching violent movies before bed might drag some dark images into your dreams, giving you nightmares, a new study suggests. The study found that those who viewed violent media before bed were 13... » Read the full article Sexism Could Harm Men's Health: Study Playboy attitudes and power over women linked to higher risk of mental health woes MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2016 Men who have "playboy" attitudes and believe in power over women may face a higher risk for mental health trouble than men who don't, a broad new research review suggests. The finding on sexism, an... » Read the full article Troubled Preschoolers Not Getting Effective Treatment: Report Pediatricians' group wants to expand access to family-based therapies MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2016 Most preschoolers with mood, behavior and social disorders would benefit from non-drug therapies, but few receive this type of help, a leading group of U.S. pediatricians reports. As many as one in... » Read the full article Teen 'Choking Game' Played Solo Points to Suicide Risks Kids who tried this game alone were almost 5 times more likely to think of killing themselves, study finds MONDAY, Nov. 21, 2016 About 4 percent of U.S. teens surveyed admit to trying the "choking game" -- a potentially deadly game of temporary strangulation. And new research suggests that kids who "play" the game alone are ... » Read the full article Choose the Healthy Foods Options This Holiday Season Display healthy foods and keep unhealthy ones out of sight, nutritionist advises SUNDAY, Nov. 20, 2016 Even the best intentions to make healthy food choices during the holidays can be derailed, the American Heart Association cautions. Eating a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, lean protein and ... » Read the full article Depressed Women Less Likely to Get Best Breast Cancer Care: Study Researchers aren't sure why, but urge doctors to monitor these patients carefully FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2016 Breast cancer patients with a history of depression are less likely to receive recommended care for their disease, a new study finds. The study included more than 45,000 Danish women diagnosed with... » Read the full article Neighborhoods May Be Key to Teens' Mental Well-Being When neighbors look out for others' kids, children have better emotional health, study finds FRIDAY, Nov. 18, 2016 Teenagers living in cohesive neighborhoods -- where trusted neighbors get involved in monitoring each other's children -- experience fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests. ... » Read the full article HealthDay TV: Depression and Teenagers Depression on the rise in adolescents and young adults, study finds. » Watch now HealthDay Living: Brussels Sprouts 3 Ways Veggies deserving of another look cooking-video » Watch now 3 Fast and Easy Snack Ideas diet-video New tastes to satisfy hunger » Watch now Healthier Onion Dip cooking-video Streamlining a favorite snack » Watch now Featured: eHealth Portal Health and medical information changes rapidly--even hourly. New studies and findings are reported daily. It is imperative for eHealth portals to stay up-to-date with these studies and findings to encourage their visitors to bookmark and visit daily. Manage Your Newsletter If you don't want to receive this newsletter anymore, please let us know. © 2015 HealthBanks, Inc. All rights reserved. | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy HEALTHBANKS, INC. 15 New England Executive Park Burlington, MA 01803 HealthDay News Service 83 East Avenue, Suite 210 Norwalk CT 06851 Phone: (203) 855-1400 »Visit us online