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Babies Born Even a Bit Early May Have Developmental Issues
April 17, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Women urged to rethink early elective C-sections, inductions unless medically needed. Many women choose to have labor induced or to have an elective Cesarean delivery continue reading »
Drugs May Help Cut Risk for Breast Cancer in Some
April 16, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Draft guidelines for doctors reflect findings, but it's hard to know who will benefit most, experts say. The drugs tamoxifen and raloxifene (Evista) could reduce the risk of breast cancer continue reading »
The Taste of Beer May Trigger the Urge to Drink
April 15, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study found flavor alone activated brain's reward center; effect stronger with family history of alcoholism. Just as the smell of freshly brewed coffee may compel you to pour a steaming cup of java, continue reading »
Unemployment Can Take Its Toll on Your Health
April 12, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Resulting stress, anxiety, bad habits may lead to cardiovascular trouble. As anyone who's lost a job can attest, stress and worry often quickly follow. continue reading »
Health Tip: Keep Food Cravings at Bay at the Office
April 10, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Suggestions to keep you on track with healthy eating - The office can be full of temptations that can derail your healthy eating plan, but if you're prepared you don't have to give in to those temptations. continue reading »
Can Exercise Reduce the RIsk of Breast Cancer?
April 10, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Physical activity lowers estrogen levels in older women, study says. Older women who are physically active have lower levels of estrogen and its breakdown products in their bodies, according to a new study, continue reading »
Spanish Translation of Autism Awareness Book Offers Hope to Hispanic Parents of Autistic Children
April 9, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Lena McCalla Njee, a special education teacher of children with autism, today launches the Spanish edition of her book, "El Autismo Inspira! La esperanza como salvacion para los padres," to ki continue reading »
Beach Safety for the Family
April 9, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Protect your family from potential dangers - When your family is headed to the beach for some fun in the sun, it's a good idea to go over a few basic safety rules to keep everyone safe. continue reading »
More US Couples Living Together, Insead of Marrying
April 4, 2013 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
And more women getting pregnant while cohabiting. Many more American women are living with their partners rather than tying the knot, a new government survey finds. continue reading »
Melanoma Rates Rising in U.S. Children
April 3, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Deadly skin cancer still rare in kids, but long-term study found 2 percent yearly increase among whites. Melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer continue reading »
Self-Testing May be Key to Overcoming HIV/AIDS Epidemic
April 3, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Worldwide research shows testing done in privacy of home reduces fear, stigma. Having people test themselves for HIV is effective and could help bring the worldwide HIV/AIDS epidemic under control, a new study contends. continue reading »
April in National Minority Health Month: HHS Secretary’s Releases Statement
April 2, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
A Time to Advance Health Equity - April is National Minority Health Month, a time when we reflect on the incredible opportunity we face as a nation to improve minority health continue reading »
Many Teens in US Maintain Poor Health Habits
April 2, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Bad diet, lack of exercise raise odds for later heart disease, experts warn. More than 80 percent of U.S. teens eat unhealthy diets and many are sedentary, which raises the odds they continue reading »
A Look at the Health of Hispanic Adolescents in the U.S.
April 1, 2013 | by Office of Adolescent Health | Hispanic Health News
Our nation’s adolescents are becoming increasingly diverse, and this trend will continue in the decades to come. Today, more than one in five youth between the ages of 10 and 19 in the United States is Hispanic continue reading »
Another Study Sees No Vaccine-Autism Link
March 29, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Experts say finding should reassure parents of young children. Although some parents worry about the sheer number of vaccines babies typically receive, a new U.S. government s continue reading »
Study: Poor Americans in South Less Likely to Get Medical Care
March 28, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Researchers found states in that region imposed strictest eligibility requirements for Medicaid. Poor people in the southern part of the United States are more likely to delay getting needed continue reading »
Same-Sex Parents May Face Harsher Criticism Than Others
March 27, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study examined onlookers' response to parenting behaviors. Bystanders judge same-sex parents more harshly than straight parents, according to a new study. continue reading »
Study: Too Much TV May Make Kids Antisocial
March 27, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Spending hours in front of the tube at age 5 linked to bad behavior at age 7, researchers say. Five-year-olds who watch television for three or more hours a day are a bit more likely to fight, continue reading »
FDA Warns of the Dangers of Temporary Tattoos
March 26, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Spring break is on the way, or maybe summer vacation. Time to pack your swim suit, hit the beach, and perhaps indulge in a little harmless fun. What about getting a temporary tattoo continue reading »
U.S. Agency Puts Poison Prevention in Spotlight
March 26, 2013 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
EPA urges adults to keep pesticides and disinfectants locked away from children. Parents and caregivers can help reduce the risk of accidental poisonings by storing pesticides continue reading »
