Archive for June 24th, 2009

Doctor in 1999 South Pole rescue dies in Mass. (AP)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

AP – Dr. Jerri Nielsen FitzGerald, who diagnosed and treated her own breast cancer before a dramatic rescue from the South Pole a decade ago, has died after the disease recurred. She was 57.

Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cancer Risk for Women (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – TUESDAY, June 23 (HealthDay News) — Obese women who have weight-loss
surgery may reduce their risk of developing cancer, but there appears to
be no such benefit for men, Swedish researchers report.

Health Tip: Don’t Ignore Diabetes (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Dealing with diabetes can be a tough pill to
swallow, and denial is common, the American Diabetes Association (ADA)
says. But ignoring doctor’s orders can have enormous health
consequences.

Doctor in 1999 South Pole rescue dies in Mass. (AP)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

AP – Dr. Jerri Nielsen FitzGerald, who diagnosed and treated her own breast cancer before a dramatic rescue from the South Pole a decade ago, has died after the disease recurred. She was 57.

Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cancer Risk for Women (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – TUESDAY, June 23 (HealthDay News) — Obese women who have weight-loss
surgery may reduce their risk of developing cancer, but there appears to
be no such benefit for men, Swedish researchers report.

Health Tip: Don’t Ignore Diabetes (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Dealing with diabetes can be a tough pill to
swallow, and denial is common, the American Diabetes Association (ADA)
says. But ignoring doctor’s orders can have enormous health
consequences.

Health Tip: Log Headaches in a Diary (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — If you have frequent or chronic headaches,
it’s important to figure out what’s behind them. That’s where a headache
diary can be helpful for you and your doctor.

Health Tip: Log Headaches in a Diary (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — If you have frequent or chronic headaches,
it’s important to figure out what’s behind them. That’s where a headache
diary can be helpful for you and your doctor.

Stay Upbeat, Active to Keep the Mind Young (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – WEDNESDAY, June 24 (HealthDay News) — To stave off the mental
decline associated with old age, engage in intellectually challenging
activities, maintain a positive outlook and keep up your social life.

Women More Likely Than Men to Reject Unattractive Babies (HealthDay)

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009

HealthDay – WEDNESDAY, June 24 (HealthDay News) — Women are more likely than
men to look away from less-than-cute babies, according to a study that
challenges the idea of a mother’s unconditional love.