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2/7/2013
Scientists Explore How Zinc Fights Off Infection
Posted 10:00 AM 2/7/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
THURSDAY, Feb. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Many Americans take zinc supplements to zap colds, and a new study seeks to explain how the mineral works.
Zinc helps fight infections by balancing the immune system's response, according to the study led by Daren Knoell, a professor of pharmacy and (More)
2/6/2013
Exposure to Smog in Early Pregnancy Linked to Complications
Posted 5:00 PM 2/6/2013 by Robert Preidt
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Women exposed to elevated levels of ozone air pollution in the first three months of pregnancy may be at increased risk for complications such as preeclampsia and premature birth, a new study suggests.
Mothers with asthma may be most vulnerable (More)
Flu Shot May Not Work as Well for Seniors
Smog Exposure During Pregnancy Tied to Tinier Babies
2/4/2013
Beware Fake Flu Treatments, FDA Warns
Posted 10:00 AM 2/4/2013 by Robert Preidt
MONDAY, Feb. 4 (HealthDay News) -- With the height of flu season here, the U.S Food and Drug Administration warns consumers to avoid fraudulent products that claim to prevent, treat or cure the flu.
These products haven't been tested and are not approved by the FDA. They can be found (More)
Living Near Equator May Boost Your Risk for Allergy, Asthma
2/1/2013
Flu Still Widespread but Easing in Some States: CDC
Posted 12:00 PM 2/1/2013 by By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
FRIDAY, Feb. 1 (HealthDay News) -- Continuing a trend that emerged late last month, flu activity remains high across the United States but there are reports that the number of infections may be leveling off in some regions of the country, federal health officials reported Friday.
For the (More)
Will Climate Change Mean Worse Flu Seasons?
1/31/2013
People Can Emit Flu Germs in Air Up to 6 Feet Away, Study Finds
Posted 7:00 AM 1/31/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
THURSDAY, Jan. 31 (HealthDay News) -- People suffering from the flu can give off small virus particles into the air at greater distances than previously thought, putting the health care workers who treat these patients at increased risk for getting the virus themselves (More)
1/30/2013
Certain Jobs May Still Pose Risk for Asthma
Posted 2:00 PM 1/30/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 30 (HealthDay News) -- Exposure to chemicals at work causes many cases of asthma, especially for plumbers, spray painters and hair stylists, a new study finds.
Researchers in Sweden found many workers are exposed to toxic substances while doing (More)
Doubling Up on Cold, Flu Remedies May Harm Liver
1/29/2013
Study: Lungs From Heavy Smokers OK for Transplant
Posted 7:00 AM 1/29/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
TUESDAY, Jan. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Lungs of heavy smokers can be donated safely for use in adult double-lung transplants, a new study contends.
Researchers from Temple University in Philadelphia found that lungs from carefully selected donors who smoked at least a pack a day for more (More)
1/28/2013
Whooping Cough Vaccine for Pregnant Women Among New Recommendations
Posted 3:00 PM 1/28/2013 by By Serena Gordon
HealthDay Reporter
MONDAY, Jan. 28 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics have released new vaccine guidelines for 2013.
One change is a recommendation for women to receive a dose of the whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine with each (More)
No Proof Drugs Ease Kids' Migraines: Study
1/25/2013
Lead Levels Down in U.S. Kids, But Asthma Cases Rising: EPA
Posted 2:00 PM 1/25/2013 by Robert Preidt
FRIDAY, Jan. 25 (HealthDay News) -- Lead levels in young children in the United States have declined dramatically in recent decades, according to government figures released Friday. But the new report on the environment and children's health also found a rise in asthma among kids.
"This (More)
Chronic Heartburn Could Spur Asthma in Some Patients
Flu Still at Epidemic Levels: CDC
Health Tip: Does Asthma Affect Your Sleep?
1/24/2013
Extreme Cold Snap Brings Unexpected Health Risks
Posted 12:00 PM 1/24/2013 by Mary Elizabeth Dallas
THURSDAY, Jan. 24 (HealthDay News) -- As extreme cold blankets many parts of the United States, one expert warns that frigid temperatures can put people at greater risk not only for hypothermia and frostbite, but also for stroke, heart attack and asthma flare-ups.
Even if you're in (More)
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