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January 22, 2016

Some older patients get unnecessary cancer screenings

Some older patients may receive screening for breast or prostate cancer even though the tests aren't recommended because they aren't expected to live long enough to benefit from treatment, a U.S. study suggests.

January 21, 2016

Lack of resilience as a teen tied to higher diabetes risk as an adult

Men who have low resistance to psychological stress at age 18 may face considerably higher risk for type 2 diabetes in adulthood compared to those better able to handle stress, according to new research.

January 21, 2016

Sexual trauma raises suicide risk among veterans

Men and women veterans who experienced sexual assault or repeated, threatening sexual harassment while serving in the military are at heightened risk of suicide, according to a recent U.S. study.

January 15, 2016

Yoga improves balance and mobility for older people

Yoga-based exercise programs can improve mobility among people over age 60 and possibly help prevent falls by improving balance, according to a new review of existing research.

January 12, 2016

7 Ways to Avoid the Winter Funk

Your fingers might be blue, but if your mood is too, then these 7 tips should help beat the winter funk

January 11, 2016

Mind Training for Athletes

If you want to be a successful athlete, you need mental determination

January 11, 2016

A Real Source of the Increasing Costs of Health Care

During the recent health care debate, the rising costs of health care were frequently discussed. Many theories exist as to what is driving these costs upwards, with common targets of blame being tests done for defensive medicine purposes, increased use of new imaging techniques, and the rising costs of prescription medication. Few research studies, however, have actually investigated these issues. A paper published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association, took on the issue of the use and costs of imaging tests, such as CTs, MRIs, and PET scans, is skyrocketing.

January 11, 2016

10 Hidden Benefits of Having Children

A trend occurred in the early 20th century when many Americans moved away from rural areas and into urban centers. For the first time ever, their children ceased to become economic assets capable of contributing to the family鈥檚 prosperity and started to become a financial burden.聽

January 11, 2016

10 summer-fitness resolutions

You may find your desire to get out of the gym is growing stronger as the warmer weather rolls in, so consider setting a few resolutions that take you out of the gym, as well as setting goals for other aspects of fitness, health and performance. Here are the top 10 summer-fitness resolutions to consider

January 11, 2016

7 Easy Steps to Losing Weight

Each year, we resolve to get into better shape and fail. Here are 7 useful tips to help you achieve your goals