Archive for July 4th, 2009

Living Healthily on Less (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – SATURDAY, July 4 (HealthDay News) — Most people are cutting back
in these tough economic times, trying to save more and make do with less.
But can you cut back when it comes to your health?

Exercise Tips to Keep Boomers on Their Feet (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – SATURDAY, July 4 (HealthDay News) — While baby boomers are not
as young as they used to be, exercise is just as important as ever, but
certain precautions are in order to stay injury-free.

Canada reports four more swine flu deaths (AFP)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

AFP – Canada has reported four new swine flu deaths, bringing to 31 the country’s toll from the A(H1N1) virus.

Jackson kids face hurdles to coping with his death (AP)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

AP – No matter how unusual their lives may have been so far, Michael Jackson’s children now face a universal trauma felt by all kids who suddenly lose a parent.

Calif. regulators warn of pot’s cancer capability (AP)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

AP – It might take Californians a puff or two to get their heads around an apparent contradiction recently enshrined in state law. The same marijuana smoke that doctors can recommend to ease cancer patients’ suffering must soon come with a warning saying it causes the disease.

Mexico wins praise for swine flu response (AP)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

AP – As swine flu runs rampant in the Southern Hemisphere winter, world health experts are concerned that some hard-hit countries have been reluctant to take forceful measures to protect public health.

Put Safety First on the 4th (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – FRIDAY, July 3 (HealthDay News) — Celebrations including fireworks
cause almost 10,000 injuries every year in the United States, but taking
certain precautions can help keep you and others safe while enjoying the
key summer holiday tradition.

Health Tip: Wax Buildup May Cause Hearing Loss (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Inside your ear, there are glands that
produce a waxy oil called cerumen. This helps protect your ear from dust,
germs and other foreign substances, but too much wax buildup can trigger
hearing loss.

Health Tip: Understanding Pre-Diabetes (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – (HealthDay News) — Before some people develop full-blown
diabetes, their blood sugar is above normal, but not high enough to
qualify for a diagnosis of diabetes.

Cell Pathway May Be Key to Lung Cancer’s Spread (HealthDay)

Saturday, July 4th, 2009

HealthDay – FRIDAY, July 3 (HealthDay News) — U.S. researchers say they’ve found
a major cellular flaw that may drive the rapid spread of relapsed lung
cancer.