January 2012 Edition

Health Tip: Clean a Wound Carefully January 25, 2012

And help reduce the risk of infection

Ob-Gyns Should Screen for Domestic Abuse: Experts January 24, 2012

Intimate partner violence can be psychological or physical, occurs at all levels of society

Baltimore Deemed U.S. City With Most Top-Ranked Hospitals January 24, 2012

Other cities with top-performing hospitals include Phoenix, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Richmond

Drug May Slow Early Prostate Cancer: Study January 24, 2012

Typically used for an enlarged prostate, it could prevent need for aggressive treatment

Health Highlights: Jan. 24, 2012 January 24, 2012

• Insulated Lunch Boxes and Thermal Food Carriers Recalled
• Severe Allergic Reactions After Childhood Vaccinations Rare: Study
• New Drug Manufacturing Plant Might Ease Shortage

CT Scan Dye Containing Iodine May Affect Thyroid January 24, 2012

Used for some medical imaging, cardiac procedures

Enriched Skim Milk Good for Gout, Study Suggests January 24, 2012

Pain, uric acid levels improved in those drinking shakes made of skim milk powders

Could 'Magic' Mushrooms Ease Depression? January 24, 2012

Small studies found key ingredient lowered activity in areas of brain linked to mood disorder

Common Household Chemicals Might Harm Kids' Immunity January 24, 2012

Study found lower response to vaccines in those with higher levels of PFCs in their blood

Lack of ZZZs May Fuel Appetite January 24, 2012

Not getting enough sleep may lead to weight gain over time, researchers say