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September 2008
Juvenile arthritis symptoms sometimes misdiagnosed as growing pains. (09/04/2008) Signs of future snoring may be evident in childhood. (09/03/2008) Early lessons in breast health are beneficial for young girls. (09/02/2008)
August 2008
Teens with chronic illnesses need support as they manage their own health. (08/25/2008) Is measles resurgence linked to parents' vaccine fears? (08/22/2008) HPV vaccine's efficacy debated by medical community. (08/22/2008) Aneurysms rarely detected before disaster strikes. (08/22/2008) Avastin as adjuvant therapy for colon cancer is focus of NIH-funded study. (08/21/2008) Cognitive changes over time may indicate oncoming dementia. (08/20/2008) Obesity in children linked to lack of outdoor play space. (08/19/2008) Teens living with Type 1 diabetes face unique challenges. (08/11/2008) Marriage is good for your health, researchers say. (08/11/2008) Is reality TV the cause of a psychiatric disorder? (08/07/2008) Sound-alike drugs pose risks for patients. (08/06/2008) Injectable diabetes drug may help extend patients' lives, study says. (08/05/2008) Major cancer program expansions planned by top NYC medical centers. (08/04/2008) Underreported HIV/AIDS rates in U.S. may lead to increase in testing and prevention efforts. (08/04/2008)
July 2008
Physicians have mixed reactions to Alzheimer's drug trial results. (07/30/2008) Alzheimer's biomarkers may help in early detection and treatment. (07/29/2008) Brain tumor diagnosis leads to careful consideration of treatment options. (07/29/2008) Rude physician behavior may threaten patient safety, JCAHO warns. (07/28/2008) Implanted pumps can reverse effects of heart failure. (07/27/2008) Migraine sufferers find relief with oxygen therapy. (07/26/2008) Are home cleaning products hazardous to your health? (07/25/2008) Montefiore's North Division continues to serve the Bronx community. (07/23/2008) Seattle man injured by Yankee fan's fall returns to NYC. (07/21/2008) Pediatric kidney disease patients get to experience summer camp. (07/15/2008) New electronic treatment for migraines offers quick relief. (07/15/2008) Personal touches greatly improve hospital visits. (07/14/2008) Exercise might slow brain shrinkage in Alzheimer's patients, preliminary study finds. (07/14/2008) Triage nurse plays key role in emergency care. (07/11/2008) Arthritis affects children as well as adults. (07/11/2008) Experts answer questions about sunscreen use. (07/09/2008) Are cholesterol drugs safe for children? (07/08/2008) Teen girl able to walk and wear regular shoes after doctors straighten severely deformed feet. (07/02/2008) Rate of lead poisoned kids in NYC continues to decline. (07/02/2008)
June 2008
Diabetes peer educator program offers medical advice from one diabetic to another. (06/27/2008) Routine HIV testing for Bronx residents planned. (06/27/2008) Plan for HIV testing for every adult in the Bronx. (06/26/2008) Drug and alcohol users can have healthy pregnancies if treated in the first trimester. (06/26/2008) End-of-life ethicists require special training (06/25/2008) Overusing dementia medication can do more harm than good when treating Alzheimer's (06/24/2008) DEXA bone density test is 'gold standard' for osteoporosis detection. (06/24/2008) Russert's death creates health concern about unexpected heart attacks. (06/19/2008) PSA test to detect early prostate cancer advocated by medical expert. (06/18/2008) New Alzheimer's drug enters final stage of clinical trials. (06/18/2008) Tips on how to avoid a sudden heart attack. (06/18/2008) Psoriasis drug's possible risk to children debated by FDA. (06/18/2008) Psychiatric patients wait longest for ER care, new survey shows. (06/17/2008) PSA screening can detect prostate cancer before symptoms develop. (06/17/2008) Sudden, fatal heart attacks: an unsolved mystery. (06/17/2008) Experts weigh in on Tim Russert's sudden death. (06/16/2008) Teen's upside down feet repaired; first steps caught on film. (06/15/2008) The Jorge Posada Foundation leads fight for craniosynostosis funding and care. (06/14/2008) Check expiration dates when purchasing common over-the-counter meds. (06/13/2008) Race matters when it comes to diabetes, study reveals. (06/10/2008) Are your kids ready for contact lenses? (06/06/2008) Embarrassing body problems - and how to prevent them. (06/06/2008) Easy fertility boosters you can try at home. (06/06/2008) Cellphone-cancer link debated by experts. (06/03/2008) Children's cancer rates highest in northeast, according to CDC report. (06/02/2008) For Sen. Kennedy, successful surgery is first step in treating brain tumor. (06/02/2008) For cancer patients, advice on returning to work after treatment. (06/01/2008)
May 2008
Experimental lung cancer therapy shows modest benefit for patients. (05/31/2008) Nation's top children's hospitals named in prestigious annual survey. (05/30/2008) Infusion suite eases children's stress during chemo treatments. (05/27/2008) Elderly with dementia face risks when given antipsychotic medications. (05/26/2008) Moderate drinking may impact bone health. (05/23/2008) Smoking cessation can be contagious. (05/22/2008) Use powerful pain patch judiciously, MDs warn. (05/20/2008) Erectile dysfunction may be warning sign of serious heart disease. (05/19/2008) Antioxidant-rich red foods can help to keep the doctor away. (05/15/2008) Seniors with depression get a boost from doctors' phone calls. (05/11/2008) High-fat diet may help in epilepsy treatment. (05/06/2008) PA's childhood polio battle affects how he cares for others. (05/05/2008) Lead poisoning is 100% preventable. (05/04/2008) Is your adolescent's behavior 'temporary insanity' or something more troubling? (05/04/2008) Elder abuse training for MDs aimed at enhancing care for seniors. (05/01/2008)
April 2008
Insomnia's close links to menopause are examined. (04/21/2008) Higher preemie birthweight improves chances of survival. (04/17/2008) Breast cancer survival may increase with weekly Taxol, study shows. (04/16/2008) Pediatric medication experts offer solutions to prevent mix-ups. (04/11/2008) Diabetes in mid-life may raise Alheimer's risk. (04/09/2008) Fear Factor - genetics influence what frightens children. (04/07/2008) Contraception choices increase for women over 40. (04/04/2008) Healthcare job outlook strong despite recession fears. (04/03/2008)
March 2008
Rare OCD focuses on prayer and religious rituals. (03/31/2008) Spider and varicose veins may not lead you to the doctor's office. (03/28/2008) Premature birth can affect long-term survival, reproduction rates: new study. (03/25/2008) Iraqi boy's rare brain tumor can be cured with a simple pill. (03/19/2008) Alzheimer's projected rise in baby boomers will strain U.S. healthcare system. (03/18/2008) Legally blind often learn to adapt and thrive. (03/17/2008) Can an optimistic outlook improve your health? (03/14/2008) Sexually transmitted diseases among teen girls on the rise: CDC (03/12/2008) Tummy troubles? Learn the facts about your stomach. (03/11/2008) Adjusting sleep habits can ease daylight-saving time transition. (03/10/2008) Hormone therapy tied to slight cancer risk, according to new study. (03/05/2008) Palliative care PA has found his true calling. (03/04/2008)
February 2008
Two fibroid treatments both improve health-related quality of life, study shows. (02/28/2008) Iraqi boy with rare brain tumor to undergo surgery at Montefiore. (02/27/2008) Avastin receives FDA's approval as breast cancer therapy. (02/23/2008) Stopping antidepressants can have tragic results. (02/20/2008) Body language can betray deceit, anxiety. (02/14/2008) Type 2 diabetes treatment involves more than managing blood sugar. (02/08/2008) Intimate partner violence linked to health problems: CDC (02/07/2008) 'Authorized generics' offer no significant advantage over other generic drugs. (02/06/2008) Low tech methods to increase fertility (02/04/2008) What medications are safe during pregnancy (02/01/2008)
January 2008
Does Superbowl mania increase heart attack risk? (01/31/2008) Preventing premature birth (01/31/2008) Recommended reading for girls 10 and under. (01/30/2008) Teens, young adults missing out on latest cancer advances. (01/25/2008) Cold meds not safe for kids under two (01/18/2008) Creating live heart in lab only in early stages (01/14/2008) Are you a workaholic? (01/11/2008) Stem cell research grant announced by Governor Spitzer (01/08/2008) Physicians question increase of C-sections nationwide. (01/08/2008) Minorities less likely to get pain medications in the emergency room. (01/01/2008) Regrets about the past a common New Year's dilemma (01/01/2008)

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