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Computer-Aided Mammograms May Not Be Worth the Cost
Software doesn't appear to improve cancer detection rates, researcher says
Medical Costs Increasing for Smokers Who Develop PAD
More likely to be hospitalized for atherosclerosis, acute myocardial infarction, coronary heart disease
Some Oncologists Are Being Asked to Solicit Donations
About three-quarters of oncologists feel that this will affect the physician-patient relationship
Young Children at Risk of Head Injuries From Falling Televisions
Three-fourths of injuries occurred when children weren't closely supervised, study finds
Biomarkers Help ID Complications in Pregnant Women With Lupus
As early as 12 weeks, could signal danger of complications for both mother and infant
Overweight, Obesity Increase Risk of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Meta-analysis of 58 studies shows increased risk of carpal tunnel syndrome or carpal tunnel release
Subtypes of Delirium Linked to Shorter Survival in Terminally Ill
Hypoactive and mixed subtypes linked to shorter period of survival; significant interaction with age
BMI Could Help Guide Fat Extraction Limits in Liposuction
Patients with higher body mass can have more removed safely, researchers claim
Exercise May Lower Risk of Suicide for Bullied Teens
Physical activity inversely related to sadness and suicidality in adolescents
Exposure to BPA in Pregnancy Tied to Low Birth Weight in Girls
Bisphenol A levels also linked to slightly longer pregnancies
