Can Basic Physical Tests Help Predict Death Risk?
Poorer results on balance, mobility and strength tests linked to higher mortality rate, study contends
full story » Male Partners May Be Key Influence on Birth Control Use
Young women twice as likely to use contraception if their mate strongly favors its use, study finds
full story » Clearing Kids for Sports Participation Sparks Conflicts
Medical experts disagree on how extensively young athletes' hearts should be tested
full story » Smoking Could Harm Sperm, Study Finds
Other research suggests women who smoke while pregnant impair sons' fertility
full story » 10% of 2010 Winter Olympians Suffered Injuries
Bobsledding, ice hockey, alpine freestyle skiing proved among most dangerous sports, study says
full story » In Elderly, Risks Differ for Indoor Versus Outdoor Falls
Prevention programs should take seniors' lifestyle, environment into account, researchers say
full story » Working Overtime Adds to Heart Risk for Out-of-Shape Men
But being physically fit seems to protect those who work longer hours, researchers say
full story » Kids on HIV Drug Cocktail May Need Revaccination
Immunity to childhood diseases can wane more quickly than in children without the virus, researchers say
full story » Young Parents May Be Especially Prone to Depression
Greatest risk is during first year after child is born, researchers say
full story » Men Seem More Susceptible to Memory Problems Than Women
Among elderly, rate of mild impairment was 1.5 times higher in males, study finds
full story » Many HIV-Infected Kids Could Use Cheaper Treatment Safely
Study found that returning to nevirapine still kept viral load down for most
full story » College Students Reminded to Wash Their Hands
Making good hygiene a habit can help stop spread of flu at school, expert says
full story » Winter Sports Tourists at Higher Risk of Heart Attack
Too little conditioning, cold and high altitude all contribute to hazard, researchers say
full story » Parents Can Take Steps to Boost Kids' Health, Well-Being
Pediatrician offers tips to start the school year right
full story » No Surprise: Walking, Cycling Linked to Healthier Weights
Researcher admits finding seems obvious, but says scientific proof still important to encourage activity
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