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U.S. Teen Birth Rates Highest in Rural Areas, Research Shows
February 28, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Major cities had biggest decline in teen childbearing over the last 2 decades. In 2010, teen births occurred at higher rates in rural counties than in suburban counties and m continue reading »
Cohabiting Same-Sex Couples Report Worse Health Than Married Heterosexuals
February 27, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study author suggests that stress, discrimination might play a role. Same-sex couples who live together report having worse health than heterosexual married couples, a new study finds. continue reading »
More Younger Women Diagnosed With Advanced Breast Cancer: Study
February 27, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Small, but steady, increase over past 30 years warrants further research, experts say. The number of younger women who have been diagnosed with advanced breast cancer continue reading »
Soccer Kicks Up Activity Level of Overweight Kids: Study
February 26, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
After-school program got the heaviest children moving more. When looking for ways to get a heavy child moving, soccer could prove a winner. California researchers found that a socc continue reading »
St. Jude Thanks and Giving Campaign Raises More Than $72 Million
February 26, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Online Giving Increases 63 Percent, Hispanic Donor Engagement at All-Time High - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® and the generous consumers and par continue reading »
Health Tip: When Your Child Has a Headache
February 25, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Follow these tips to soothe the pain - Headaches can cause big pain in little kids, and parents want to do whatever they can to ease their children's suffering. continue reading »
Million Hearts Releases New Spanish-Language Resources on Heart Health
February 25, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Educational resources to help Hispanics take control of their heart health is available from Million Hearts, a national public-private partnership that works to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2017. continue reading »
Hispanic Health: Few Extra Pounds In Black and Latino Kids Harms Lung Function
February 25, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
A recent study in Hispanic Health shows that even a slight weight increase amongst Latino children can harm the children's lung function. continue reading »
Childhood Allergies May Be Affected by Race, Genetics
February 25, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Early study found black toddlers more sensitive than whites to food allergens in particular. Race and possibly genetics play a role in childhood allergies, according to a new study. continue reading »
Relationship Worries Can Make You Sick
February 23, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Chronic fretting linked to rise in stress hormones, lowered immune response in study. Feeling insecure and frequently anxious about your romantic relationship can actually harm your health, continue reading »
‘Smarter Lunchroom’ May Lead to Healthier Choices
February 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Attractive positioning of fruits and veggies influences what kids eat, researchers find. The changes included improving the convenience and attractiveness of fruits continue reading »
Fast Food Makes Up 11 Percent of Calories in U.S. Diet: CDC
February 22, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
But, that's a drop from 2003-2006, researchers note. Fast food fare from restaurants such as McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's and Pizza Hut accounted for more than continue reading »
U.S. Kids Consuming Fewer Calories, Report Finds
February 21, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Experts credit healthier fare at schools, information campaigns for the turnaround. Finally, some good news in the war on childhood obesity: Kids in continue reading »
Cold and Flu Sufferers Should Ease Back Into Fitness Routine
February 21, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Toned-down workout advised; vigorous exercise too soon can have negative impact, expert cautions. Although physical activity can help boost your immune system, p continue reading »
1 in 8 Americans Diagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes: Poll
February 20, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
Only 21 percent of those interviewed say they're well-versed on the disease, Harris Interactive/HealthDay survey finds. A staggering one in eight Americans has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, continue reading »
Positive Dreams Start With TOMA LECHE
February 20, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
TOMA LECHE Launches New Hispanic Ad Campaign to Reinforce Milk's Sleep Benefits - Following the positivity message of the "The Master of the Glass Half Full," continue reading »
Lower Lung Function in Infancy Linked to Wheeze in Adulthood
February 20, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Smoking also played key role in respiratory trouble for young adults, study found. Reduced lung function during infancy is linked to wheeze in adulthood, a new long-term study contends. continue reading »
Researchers Detect an Anti-Autism Advantage in Females
February 19, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Findings may help explain disorder's prevalence among boys. A protective effect in females may help explain one of the biggest mysteries of autism continue reading »
STUDY: Hispanic and Black Women Remain Less Aware of Heart Disease Risks
February 19, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
A new survey suggests that while public health campaigns have prompted a growing number of American women to recognize that heart disease is the biggest risk to their well-being, a racial gap in awareness remains as wide as ever. continue reading »
Switching Kids Away From Violent TV May Lower Aggression
February 19, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Two studies suggest television can have a profound impact on children's behavior. Two studies, one from the United States and the other from New Zealand, continue reading »
