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Infants Process Words Much Like Adults, Study Finds
January 13, 2011 | by HealthDay News
They have the same neural machinery for understanding language, researchers say. Even though they can't talk yet, babies just over a year old understand many spoken words continue reading »
More Frequent Dialysis Helps Kidney Patients
January 11, 2011 | by News in Health
Kidney patients fare better on an almost-daily hemodialysis regimen than on the standard 3-times-a-week plan, scientists report. Although more research is needed, the finding could lead to changes in the standard of care for patients who need dialysis. continue reading »
Stem Cell Defect Might Help Spur Common Baldness
January 10, 2011 | by Health Finder
Common baldness could have its roots in a newly identified stem cell defect, a finding that could potentially lead to new hair-loss treatments down the road, a new study reveals. continue reading »
Expertos Afirman Que no Hay Una Cura Fácil Para la Resaca
January 9, 2011 | by Healthy Day
Las resacas no son poco comunes en esta temporada de alegría y frecuentes fiestas. Y aunque las curas populares abundan, las únicas cosas que de verdad ayudan a curar el sufrimiento de una resaca a la mañana siguiente son el tiempo y reponer los líquidos, aseguran los expertos. continue reading »
Health Tip: Figure Out Why You Yawn Excessively
January 7, 2011 | by HealthDay News
Keep a log for your doctor. Everyone yawns. But yawning too much could signal a larger medical issue. To help your doctor pinpoint why you yawn so much, the University of Maryland Medical Center says you should track the following factors in a log: continue reading »
La Contaminación del Aire Contribuye a Trastornos Peligrosos del Ritmo Cardiaco
January 6, 2011 | by HealthDay News/HolaDoctor
Un estudio halla cambios perceptibles en el sistema eléctrico del corazón después de la exposición al aire contaminado, Es posible que se subestime el papel que desempeña la contaminación del aire en los trastornos del ritmo cardiaco (arritmias) que pueden causar muerte súbita, de acuerdo con los investigadores. continue reading »
11 Tips for a Healthy 2011
January 5, 2011 | by Nickie Lewis
New Year's Day has long been a time for reflection on the personal changes we want to make as we look forward to a new year. Health-related goals are popular New Year's resolutions, but you may not know where to begin. continue reading »
Enjoy a Healthy Pregnancy!
January 3, 2011 | by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Pregnancy is an exciting time—make the most of it by staying healthy. If you are pregnant or know someone who is, you probably have lots of questions—like what foods and activities are safe. continue reading »
Protect Yourself From the Cold
December 21, 2010 | by U.S. Department of Homeland Security
When you're at risk for frostbite. Frostbite may set in when fingers, toes or other parts of the body are exposed to very cold temperatures. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says risk factors for frostbite include: continue reading »
Control de la Diabetes Durante las Festividades
December 17, 2010 | by CDC
No deje que la diabetes le impida disfrutar de los viajes y las celebraciones en esta época del año. Con algo de planeación y poco trabajo, puede cuidar su salud cuando viaja y en las reuniones con familiares y amigos durante estas festividades. continue reading »
Lo Que es Bueno Para el Corazón También lo es Para el Cerebro
December 15, 2010 | by Medline Plus/HealthDay News
Un estudio halla que tener altos niveles de colesterol 'bueno' parece proteger contra la enfermedad de Alzheimer. Llevar un estilo de vida saludable para el corazón también puede prevenir la enfermedad de Alzheimer continue reading »
Gifts that Last, Healthy Gift Ideas
December 7, 2010 | by News in Health
Computers, mobile phones and other gadgets often become out-dated before you even figure out how to use them. This holiday season, why not try giving gifts that will last a lifetime? Help your friends and loved ones stay healthy, and they’ll remember how much you care about them for years to come. continue reading »
Making Your Resolutions Stick
December 7, 2010 | by News in Health
New Year’s resolutions—they’re easy to make but easier to break. Why is it so hard to make the healthy changes that we know can help us feel better and live longer? And why is it so hard to make them last? continue reading »
Friends May Be Key to Churchgoers’ Happiness
December 7, 2010 | by HealthDay News
Spiritual aspects less significant for life satisfaction, survey finds. Regular churchgoers may lead more satisfying lives than stay-at-home folks because they create a network of close friends who provide important support, a new study suggests. continue reading »
Cold Weather Season is Upon Us! Health Tips for Winter
December 7, 2010 | by Dena's Healthy U
Leaving lung season behind as the last leaves fall to the ground and winter rears its cold and sometimes harsh head, we begin our journey into kidney/bladder season. continue reading »
