Archive for the 'Health' Category

Smoking heightens aortic rupture risk for women

Abdominal aortic aneurysms are more common in older male smokers but perhaps more deadly for women, a study reported.

XDR-TB prevention starts with TB treatment

A study stresses the need to treat tuberculosis carefully the first time around to curb the rise of resistant strains.

Steps to a nimble mind: Physical and mental exercise help keep the brain fit

Neuroscience is uncovering techniques to prevent cognitive decline.

FDA launches drug safety information Web site

This resource, which was required by a 2007 law, is now only a click away.

Intensive approaches advised for obese youth

Access to these services can be challenging, and experts say simpler strategies must be found to address this problem more widely.