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In u.s., inducing labor early is more common (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
As a result, the average gestational age moves from 40 weeks to 39 weeks. Use of routine inductions prompts a warning In the past, doctors often allowed pregnant women to carry well past their due date before considering inducing labor. Today, however, inductions are commonly performed well before that date rolls around. (Source: L.
U.s. gets low marks for rise in premature birth rate (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
March of Dimes score is a D. Fueling the rise could be later motherhood, more multiple births and an increase in C-sections. Last month, the U.S. received a set of grades from the March of Dimes, the nation's leading organization committed to preventing preterm births, that were nothing short of horrible.
Caution on cough syrup with dextromethorphan (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
Once there was only one Robitussin cough medicine. Now there are lots. The one with d extromethorphan almost killed me. I had such a hard time breathing, I thought I was going to die. (Source:
Weighing the value of organic foods (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
Food produced without most conventional pesticides or fertilizers are perceived to be more healthful, but scientists have yet to offer proof. With the recession breathing down our necks, many people are looking for ways to cut the household budget without seriously compromising family well-being. So here's a suggestion: If you buy organic fruits and vegetables, consider switching to less pricey non-organic produce instead. (Source:
Stress-reduction therapy eases home, workplace pressure (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
Kent Garcia, in pain and under duress, was at his breaking point until he gave meditation a try. Now, he's healthier and happier. Eighteen months ago, Kent Garcia felt he was ready to blow. (Source: L.
What methods don't work to reduce stress (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
Aromatherapy and drinking may offer some relief, but they don't help the immune system deal with pressure. Clinical studies have convinced many medical experts on stress that some techniques do reduce stress, and other techniques -- such as yoga, massage and helping others -- probably work, as well, they surmise. Yoga, for example, emphasizes breathing, massage activates the relaxing properties of the parasympathetic nervous system, and helping others gets people's minds off their troubles and lifts mood. But researchers don't have enough data to be sure. (Source:
Ways to relieve stress (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
When things get to be too much, exercise, sleep, deep breathing or going out can help, experts say. While not every stress reduction technique suits everyone, any incremental change -- a little more exercise, a little more sleep, a little deep breathing and a few more nights out with friends -- will help. (Source: L.A.
Stress explained (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
Stress is what a person perceives as a threat, says Sarah Speck, a preventive cardiologist, and medical director of the Center for CardioVascular Wellness at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. When the brain senses a threat -- even if it's a non-physically threatening one, such as a manuscript deadline or a dwindling bank account -- it tells the body to release adrenaline and noradrenaline, the fight or flight hormones. Initially, these hormones create a surge of blood to the heart and brain, which is why we get a rapid heart beat. But in the aftermath of that surge, stress hormones constrict blood vessels, which reduce the amount of oxygen getting to the heart. That makes the heart work harder, raises blood pressure, and can cause angina and chest pain.
Stress reduction: why you need to get a grip and how (Nov 30 2008 02:36 GMT)
It damages the body, contributing to heart disease, diabetes and more. In these economic times, it's also a fact of life. Here's how to protect yourself. Stocks are falling. Companies are handing out pink slips.
Elderly shoplifters on the rise in japan (Nov 30 2008 02:35 GMT)
SAPPORO, Japan -- Criminology is being stood on its head in fast-graying Japan. (Source: washingtonpost.com - Health)
U.s. 'not getting what we pay for' (Nov 30 2008 02:35 GMT)
Talk to the chief executives of America's preeminent health-care institutions, and you might be surprised by what you hear: When it comes to medical care, the United States isn't getting its money's worth. Not even close. (Source: washingtonpost.
Bases prep for returning gis with mental ailments (Nov 30 2008 02:32 GMT)
Some 15,000 soldiers are heading home to the Fort Campbell this sprawling base after spending more than a year at war in Iraq and Afghanistan, and military health officials are bracing for a surge in brain injuries and psychological problems among those troops. (Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire)
Decision due on conjoined twins (Nov 30 2008 02:16 GMT)
Doctors will decide next Tuesday whether to operate on two conjoined twins born in a London hospital last week. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Mental illness risk ‘rises 30 per cent for women who have abortions’ (Nov 30 2008 01:36 GMT)
Women who have an abortion are three times more likely to develop a drug or alcohol addiction and 30 per cent more likely to have mental disorders. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Astronauts prepare for sunday landing, but 'pretty iffy' weather forecast could change plans (Nov 30 2008 01:31 GMT)
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) _ Their work in orbit accomplished, space shuttle Endeavour's astronauts got the green light Saturday to return to Earth, but were warned "pretty iffy" weather at the main landing site could send them across the country or keep them up an extra day. (Source: Los Angeles Times - Science)
Saving lives (Nov 29 2008 23:54 GMT)
How a new trolley may breathe life into resuscitation (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition) MedWorm Sponsored Message: Find out how you can get your message across here by sponsoring this MedWorm news feed.
Fda approves baby formula melamine levels (Nov 29 2008 23:43 GMT)
Two months ago the FDA said it was unable to determine a safe level of melamine in baby formula. Yet days after the AP disclosed previously hidden test results showing melamine found in U.S. baby formula, suddenly, they have! (Source:
£6bn hiv plan 'short on detail' (Nov 29 2008 23:19 GMT)
There is no evidence that a £6 billion UK drive to tackle the Aids epidemic abroad will meet its early targets, say MPs. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)
Plan for blanket aids screening, as one in four carriers don't know they have hiv (Nov 29 2008 23:00 GMT)
SCOTLAND is planning to introduce universal screening for HIV, it was claimed last night. (Source: Scotsman.com News - Health)
Research raises hopes of avoiding biopsies on benign breast tumours (Nov 29 2008 23:00 GMT)
SCIENTISTS may have found a way of analysing breast lumps that could reduce the number of biopsies on benign tumours, it emerged yesterday. (Source: Scotsman.com News - Health)
Inspectors name and shame worst scots care homes (Nov 29 2008 23:00 GMT)
THEY charge in excess of £400 a week but are accused of giving elderly residents crumbling accommodation, poorly trained carers and inadequate facilities in return. Today, Sc (Source: Scotsman.com News - Health) MedWorm Sponsored Message:
Apollo to invest rs 1,400 cr on hospital, clinic expansion (Nov 29 2008 22:48 GMT)
Medical care provider Apollo Health and Lifestyle plans to invest around Rs 1,400 crore in the next three-four years on expanding its presence across the country with its different formats. (Source: The Economic Times)
Too much lead in kids' jewelry line: health canada (Nov 29 2008 22:47 GMT)
Health Canada says excessively high levels of lead have been found in a line of jewelry for children called Mood Chain. (Source: CTV Health)
Nhl, parents need to teach kids about concussions (Nov 29 2008 22:47 GMT)
Young players are increasingly getting their "bells rung" in soccer, hockey and football, doctors said at a Hockey Canada seminar on concussions held Saturday in Winnipeg. (Source: CTV Health)
Fda sets melamine standard for baby formula (Nov 29 2008 22:47 GMT)
Less than two months after federal food regulators said they were unable to set a safety threshold for the industrial chemical melamine in baby formula, they announced a standard that allows for higher levels than those found in U.S.-made batches of the product. (Source: CTV Health)
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