Seven times more likely to die within 30 days of abdominal procedures for appendicitis, hernias, study finds read on >
Emergency Surgery Riskier for Kids in Poorer Countries
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Drug Use by U.S. Teens Drops to All-Time Low
Use of tobacco and alcohol down significantly, too, federal report finds read on >
Was Football Safer Back in the Day?
Study found those who played in high school in 1950s and ’60s don’t face increased risk of dementia read on >
Health Tip: Trying to Unclog That Stuffy Nose?
Using a decongestant read on >
When Buying a Christmas Tree, Think Safety First
Dry trees are a fire hazard, so pick a fresh one and keep it watered, doctors’ group advises read on >
‘Cold Caps’ May Halt Hair Loss in Breast Cancer Patients: Study
Devices reduce blood flow to hair follicles during chemotherapy treatments read on >
Certain Breast Cancer Drugs Tied to Blood Vessel Damage
But findings from small study are unlikely to change current practice, doctors say read on >
For People With Mental Health Woes, Pets Can Be Invaluable
6 out of 10 patients put furry or feathered friends at the top of their support list, study finds read on >
Study Sees Link Between Insomnia, Asthma
Lack of sleep also tied to more weight and more frequent health visits for those with the airway disease read on >
Tamoxifen May Get Blamed for Unrelated Symptoms
Perceived side effects might lead some to stop taking the breast cancer preventative, study finds read on >
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