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HISPANIC HEALTH: Hispanics More Likely than Others to Seek Early Treatment for Lung Cancer
May 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
A new large scale 10-year study on the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer shows there are racial disparities on which patients undergo surgery as early treatment with Hispanics leading the way. continue reading »
Univ. of Arizona Research Shows How Bilinguals Switch Between Languages
May 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
The study looked at 32 Spanish-English early bilinguals, who had learned their second language before age 8. Individuals who learn two languages at an early age s continue reading »
Latinas Support Hirono Amendments to Immigration Reform Bill
May 21, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Health advocates applaud Hawaii Senator’s leadership to keep aspiring citizens healthy and productive - The National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health continue reading »
CDC Finds Many Public Pools Contaminated with Human Waste
May 17, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections. There are few things more inviting than a cool, clear pool on a hot summer day. continue reading »
Weight Gain in Both Men & Women Possibly Caused by Gene Variations
May 16, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
People with specific 'polymorphisms' were more likely to put on pounds in 10-year study. Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations continue reading »
Living Near Heavy Traffic May Harm Kidney Function
May 15, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Polluted air can lower organ's filtering ability, new research suggests. Living near a major road may result in reduced kidney function, which could, in turn, continue reading »
Survey: Almost 1/2 of High Schoolers Text and Drive
May 14, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Those teens also more prone to drunk driving, results show. Close to half of U.S high school students text while driving, a habit that dramatically increases their risk of getting into a potentially fatal car crash continue reading »
When Teen Dating Turns Abusive and Violent
May 11, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Parents urged to watch for signs of behavior that affects 1 in 10 children. When teens start dating, parents' worries grow -- and experts say that dating violence should be on their list of concerns. continue reading »
STUDY: Eating Peppers Tied to Lower Parkinson’s Risk
May 10, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Vegetables that contain nicotine may offer some protection, research suggests. Eating vegetables that naturally contain nicotine, such as peppers and tomatoes, continue reading »
Tips for a Safe Prom
May 9, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Avoid crash dieting, drinking - Prom can be an unforgettable experience for many teens, who have been planning for the big night for months. continue reading »
Blacks May Have Higher Risk of MS Than Whites, Hispanics Lower
May 7, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study finding contradicts common belief that the opposite is true. Black Americans may be at higher risk for multiple sclerosis than whites, according to study findings that contradict continue reading »
Testicular Cancer on Rise in U.S., Especially Among Hispanic Men
May 4, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study finds slow, steady increase, but experts say condition remains uncommon. The number of testicular cancer cases continues to climb slowly but steadily in the United States, continue reading »
Toxic Metals Found in Lipsticks and Glosses
May 3, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Children should not play with these products, researcher says. Lipsticks and lip glosses apparently give you more than colorful kissers, according to a new study by California scientists continue reading »
Financial and Mental Well-Being Improve with Medicaid Expansion
May 2, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Yet no clear evidence the program improves diabetes, high-blood pressure, other ills, at least in early years of enrollment. As states prepare to expand Medicaid in 2014, continue reading »
How to Keep Your Family Fit
May 1, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Begin a regular tennis match - You don't have to make staying fit a go-it-alone activity. Have the rest of the family join in. The Shapeup.org website offers these suggestions for family-fitness activities: continue reading »
School Programs Do Keep Some Kids From Smoking
April 30, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Large evidence review found less success among children who had already started. Smoking prevention programs in schools do work, reducing the number of children and teens who continue reading »
Health Tip: After a Stressful Event
April 30, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Avoid alcohol and drugs - A stressful event can leave you feeling worn out, anxious and, perhaps, unable to cope. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continue reading »
Protect Your Kids From Pollen Allergies
April 29, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Tips for keeping allergens away from their skin, out of air in your home. Many children suffer allergies at this time of year as trees and other plants start releasing pollens into the air. So parents need to monitor their youngsters for symptoms, an expert says. continue reading »
Could Facebook Assist Public Health Efforts to Track Obesity?
April 29, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study tied users' online interests in U.S. regions to obesity rates. Analyzing Facebook users' interests could help public health researchers predict, track a continue reading »
Health Tip: Watch for Signs of Elder Abuse
April 27, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Including taking drugs or drinking - Caring for an elderly person can be a stressful challenge, and sometimes that can lead to abuse. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says potential signs of elder abuse among caregivers include: continue reading »
