Health Buzz: New Heart Pump Outperforms Old Model and Other Health News
By
Megan Johnson
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Health - November 17, 2009
Panel recommends against routine mammography before age 50; caffeinated alcohol drinks are scrutinized.
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Safety of Caffeinated Alcohol Drinks Is Under Federal Spotlight
By
Nancy Shute
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On Parenting - November 13, 2009
FDA investigates brands like Joose, Four Loko, and Liquid Charge that are popular with teen drinkers.
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FDA Questions Safety of Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks
Health - November 13, 2009
Companies asked to show proof of safety and lawfulness of selling such beverages
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Green Tea May Help Prevent Oral Cancer
Health - November 5, 2009
Small study reports evidence of cancer-fighting properties
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Coffee May Slow Liver Disease
Health - October 23, 2009
Finding could be good news for those with hepatitis C, researchers say
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Health Tip: Cut Back Slowly on Caffeine
Health - October 12, 2009
Reduce your risk of withdrawal side effects
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With Fancy Coffees, Calories Can Add Up
Health - September 23, 2009
Popular blended beverages may be 'weighing you down,' health official says
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High-Octane Caffeine May Trigger Headaches
Health - August 21, 2009
Heavy use linked to occasional headaches, small jolt tied to chronic head pain, study finds
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Stress, Bad Bedtime Habits Cause Insomnia
Health - July 24, 2009
For a good night's sleep, follow these expert tips
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More Evidence That Caffeine Can Jolt Memory
Health - July 5, 2009
High doses may protect against Alzheimer's symptoms, study in mice suggests
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Health Buzz: HIV Testing for Teens and Other Health News
Health - June 26, 2009
Why quercetin, the supplement, appeals to athletes and cancer patients; coffee--good or bad?
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6 Signs of Caffeine Addiction
By
January W. Payne
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Health - June 25, 2009
Caffeine withdrawal typically sets in after 12 to 24 hours of abstaining from caffeinated drinks.
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Is Coffee Bad for You? Actually, Drinking Coffee May Be Good for You
By
January W. Payne
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Health - June 25, 2009
Excess coffee consumption is bad for pregnant women, but it may benefit health in certain other groups.
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Stimulant Chewing Gum Can Be Dangerous for Kids
Health - May 28, 2009
Case report details how two packs sent 13-year-old to hospital
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Health Tip: Signs That You've Had Too Much Caffeine
Health - April 21, 2009
Should you be drinking less coffee, tea or soda?
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Trouble Sleeping? Try These Tips
Health - April 3, 2009
What you do and drink before bedtime can have an effect
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Fitness Buzz: Caffeine, Beef, and More
By
Katherine Hobson
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On Fitness - March 27, 2009
Here’s the fitness, exercise, diet, and nutrition news you may have missed this week.
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Caffeine May Offer Some Skin Cancer Protection
Health - February 26, 2009
It might one day be used as an ingredient in sunscreen, researchers say
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Coffee or Tea Consumption May Lower Stroke Risk
Health - February 20, 2009
Drinking more of either beverage seems to bestow benefits, studies show
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Coffee Drinking Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
Health - February 16, 2009
Two or more cups a day boosts protection for nonsmokers, study finds
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Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Protect Against Disabilities
Health - January 22, 2009
Study found healthy older adults were better able to carry out daily tasks
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Health Hot Docs: Can Caffeine Cause Hallucinations? A Rise in Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Nation & World - January 16, 2009
Today's selection of timely reports.
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Take More Naps
By
Jessica Calefati
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Nation & World - December 18, 2008
A new study shows they recharge you better than caffeine or sleeping late.
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Health Tip: Caffeine and Pregnancy
Health - November 13, 2008
Avoid the stimulant while you're expecting
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Health Buzz: Rainfall's Autism Link and Other Health News
Health - November 4, 2008
Fibromyalgia, drinking coffee during pregnancy, and the limited appeal of limited-benefit health plans.
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