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For postmenopausal women with pre- and stage 1-hypertension

Daily Blueberry Consumption May Reduce Blood Pressure

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Decrease in blood pressure, arterial stiffness in postmenopausal women with pre-, stage 1-HTN
The risk of fractures increases with both weight gain and loss in older women

Postmenopausal Weight Loss or Gain Ups Risk of Fracture

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Researchers found just a 5 percent gain or loss may affect postmenopausal bone health
Girls who consume a lot of sugary drinks may begin menstruating earlier than girls who don't

Sugary Drink Consumption Tied to Earlier Menarche

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Early menstruation a risk factor for depression and breast cancer
Current smoking reduces odds of survival in prostate cancer

Current Smoking Reduces Survival in Prostate Cancer

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Former, as well as current, smokers saw higher risk for radiation tx-related urinary side effects
Millions of Americans aged 65 and older fall every year

Many Seniors Not Reporting Falls to Physician

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Fewer than half tell their doctor of fall, researcher notes
A smartphone application providing real-time advice about sun protection offers some improvement in sun protection behaviors

Real-Time Mobile App Can Improve Sun Protection

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Two studies demonstrate some improvement in sun protection behaviors
Sleeping well during middle age may be an investment that leads to better mental functioning later in life

Sleeping Well in Middle Age May Pay Off Later in Life

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Better functioning reported decades afterward, researchers find
Automated external defibrillators installed and ready for use in many public spaces can save lives when needed

FDA to Strengthen Approval Process for AEDs

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Agency has received 72,000 reports of automated external defibrillators failing
Receiving a blood transfusion during coronary artery bypass grafting surgery may raise a patient's risk of pneumonia

STS: Blood Transfusions in CABG Could Raise Pneumonia Risk

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But overall rate under 4 percent
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are at increased risk for a number of serious health problems

Women With PCOS Hospitalized More Often

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Women with polycystic ovary syndrome more likely to be hospitalized for variety of reasons