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June 14, 2010

Longer Antiviral Therapy Reduces Lung Transplant Complications

Extended antiviral treatment after a lung transplant may help prevent dangerous complications and organ rejection, a new study from Duke University Medical Center shows.

Experimental Liver Transplant Approach Shows Early Promise

A new approach to liver transplantation is making headway in preliminary work with rats, researchers say.

'Good' HDL Cholesterol Now Tied to Lower Cancer Risk

Higher blood levels of HDL cholesterol, the "good" kind that protects against heart disease, are also strongly associated with a lower risk of cancer, a new review of studies suggests.

Health Plan May Influence 5-Year Rectal Cancer Survival

Uninsured and Medicaid-insured rectal cancer patients are more likely to die within five years than those with private health insurance, largely due to disparities in treatment and cancer stage at diagnosis, new research suggests.

New Clues to Preventing Memory Loss From MS

Being mentally active may help reduce memory and learning problems that often occur in people with multiple sclerosis, a new study suggests.

'Normal' Blood Pressure in Male Teens a Warning Sign

Teen boys with normal blood pressure levels are three to four times more likely to develop high blood pressure in early adulthood than their female counterparts, a new study shows.

Health Tip: Lift Weights Safely

While weight lifting is a great form of exercise and can help prepare you for sports or an athletic event, it can lead to serious injury if done incorrectly.

Health Tip: Packing Prescriptions for Travel

If you're planning to pack prescription drugs when traveling by air, there are steps you can take to avoid trouble taking them on board.

Stricter Rules Can Steer Kids Away From TV

Children whose parents set limits on the amount of time spent watching television actually watch less TV, a new study finds.

Harmless Brain Abnormalities in Kids Pose Disclosure Dilemmas

Unexpected but benign anomalies are often detected in children who undergo "routine" brain MRIs, and guidelines need to be developed to help pediatricians handle these findings, a new study suggests.

Teen Boys Who Attempt Suicide More Likely to Abuse as Adults

Men who attempted suicide before age 18 are much more likely to abuse their girlfriends or wives, according to a study from the Oregon Social Learning Center in Eugene.

Popular Blood Pressure Drugs Tied to Slight Rise in Cancer Risk

Use of a popular class of drugs for high blood pressure and heart failure is associated with a slight boost in cancer risk, a new review of data finds.

Cost-Conscious Cancer Survivors Skip Care

Millions of Americans with a history of cancer, particularly people under age 65, are delaying or skimping on medical care because of worries about the cost of treatment, a new study suggests.

Free Clinics Play Important Role for Uninsured in U.S.

About 1.8 million Americans make 3.5 million medical and dental visits to free clinics each year, a new study has found.

Genetics, Insecticides Might Contribute to Parkinson's

A combination of genetic mutations and exposure to insecticides may increase a man's risk of Parkinson's disease, new research shows.

Diet, Meds and Smoking Linked to Eye Disease Risks

A healthy diet helps guard against cataracts, while certain medications raise the risks of this common cause of vision loss, two new studies suggest.

Lifestyle Changes Are No Guarantee Against Alzheimer's

There is not enough evidence to say that improving your lifestyle can protect you against Alzheimer's disease, a new review finds.

Health Highlights: June 14, 2010

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

Clinical Trials Update: June 14, 2010

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Scientists Spot More Genes Related to Alzheimer's

Researchers report that they have spotted two new regions of the human genome that may be related to the development of Alzheimer's disease.

Most Doctors Giving Pap Test Too Often

Doctors may be giving the Pap test too often to women at low risk of cervical cancer, new research finds.

Brown Rice Bests White for Diabetes Prevention

Substituting brown rice or another whole grain for white rice can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, new research suggests.

Drug That Stops Bleeding Could Save Lives

A drug commonly used to prevent excess bleeding in surgeries could keep thousands of people from bleeding to death after trauma, a new study suggests.