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February 16, 2010

Small Increase in Diabetes Risk Noted in Statin Patients

The use of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs increases the chance of developing diabetes by 9 percent, but the absolute risk is low, especially when compared with how much statins reduce the threat of heart disease and heart attack, new research shows.

Migraine Tied to Raised Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Migraines are more common in women with multiple sclerosis (MS) than in those without the disease, new research shows.

One in Two Children Has Chronic Health Issues

One in every two U.S. children now grapples at some time with a chronic health condition, such as asthma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or obesity, new research suggests.

FDA Tightens Controls on Anemia Drugs

U.S. federal health authorities on Tuesday rolled out a new safety plan for the use of Procrit and similar anemia drugs by people with cancer.

Aspirin May Boost Breast Cancer Survival

A new study of more than 4,000 women who were diagnosed with breast cancer shows that taking aspirin appears to significantly increase survival and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Women Need More Help After Heart Attack

Women are in greater need of social support in the critical year after a heart attack than men, new research shows.

In Tests, Implanted Monitor Detects Atrial Fibrillation

An implantable heart monitor that uses a new computation method is highly accurate in detecting a common heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation, according to a new study.

Genetic Risk Score Doesn't Spot Heart Trouble in Women

Using multiple genetic markers to create a risk score for cardiovascular disease doesn't work with women, a new study indicates.

King Tut's Demise Gets New Explanation

King Tut probably wasn't killed by a vengeful wife and power-hungry advisors but by a combination of malaria, a broken leg and several inherited disorders that rendered him weak and lame long before his actual death, new DNA and radiological evidence suggests.

Cell Phones, Video Games Don't Spur Teen Headaches

Cell phones, televisions and computer games aren't giving teenagers headaches, researchers say, but listening to one or two hours of music daily may make their heads throb.

Clinical Trials Update: Feb. 16, 2010

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Health Highlights: Feb. 16, 2010

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay :

Volunteering Can Bring Rewards Even in the Workplace

Volunteer work offers mental health benefits and may even help you perform better in your paying job, the results of a German study show.

PTSD Treatment Still Lacking for Veterans

U.S. veterans continue to meet barriers as they seek treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, researchers say.

Severe Sleep Apnea Has Silver Lining

The breathing woes that accompany severe sleep apnea may be counterbalanced by this silver lining: those with the condition report fewer nightmares.

Most Americans Think It's Others Who Are Unhealthy

Despite rising rates of obesity and diabetes, a new survey has found that a majority of Americans believe their health is just fine - it's everyone else who has the problem.

Added Drug Aids MS Treatment

Adding the drug daclizumab to standard treatment with interferon beta may reduce multiple sclerosis disease activity more than interferon beta alone, a new study reports.

Health Tip: Risk Factors for Varicose Veins

While many people can develop thick, blue and swollen blood vessels called varicose veins, there are risk factors that may them more likely.

Health Tip: Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

If your little one gets a lot of sweetened liquids -- including juice, formula and even some brands of milk -- the sugars from these liquids can cling to the teeth and cause "baby bottle" tooth decay.