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Racial disparities seen in U.S. lung cancer treatment
Racial disparities seen in U.S. lung cancer treatment
Racial disparities exist in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer among hospitals in the United States, according to a large new study.More >
Racial disparities exist in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer among hospitals in the United States, according to a large new study.More >
Favorite music may ease anxiety for patients
Favorite music may ease anxiety for patients
Music can help soothe the fear and anxiety of critically ill patients who have been placed on ventilators, reducing both their stress and their need for sedatives, according to a new study.More >
Music can help soothe the fear and anxiety of critically ill patients who have been placed on ventilators, reducing both their stress and their need for sedatives, according to a new study.More >
Revised sunscreen labels should help consumers make wiser choices
Revised sunscreen labels should help consumers make wiser choices
Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the best sun protection.More >
Dermatologists are saying that new federally mandated labeling laws for sunscreens should help Americans make smarter choices when it comes to products that provide the best sun protection.More >
Living near major roadways in pregnancy tied to respiratory woes in children
Living near major roadways in pregnancy tied to respiratory woes in children
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.More >
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.More >
Noise, dirty air may be double whammy for the heart
Noise, dirty air may be double whammy for the heart
Air pollution and noise pollution both may boost the risk of heart disease, new research from Germany suggests.More >
Air pollution and noise pollution both may boost the risk of heart disease, new research from Germany suggests.More >
Many can blame family for their bunions
Many can blame family for their bunions
If you've got bunions, chances are others in your family suffer from the common foot disorder, with a new study finding the condition is often passed down from parents to children.More >
If you've got bunions, chances are others in your family suffer from the common foot disorder, with a new study finding the condition is often passed down from parents to children.More >
ADHD in childhood may raise risk for obesity in adulthood
ADHD in childhood may raise risk for obesity in adulthood
Boys who are diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are twice as likely to become obese adults as those who didn't have the disorder when they were young, a new 30-year study shows.More >
Boys who are diagnosed with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are twice as likely to become obese adults as those who didn't have the disorder when they were young, a new 30-year study shows.More >
Latest edition of psychiatry's 'bible' launched amid controversy
Latest edition of psychiatry's 'bible' launched amid controversy
As the American Psychiatric Association unveils the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry this weekend, the uproar over its many changes continues.More >
As the American Psychiatric Association unveils the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry this weekend, the uproar over its many changes continues.More >
Swallowing magnets can be fatal for children
Swallowing magnets can be fatal for children
Children who swallow high-powered magnets often need surgery and other invasive procedures to remove the objects, according to a new study.More >
Children who swallow high-powered magnets often need surgery and other invasive procedures to remove the objects, according to a new study.More >
Study links coffee to lower risk for rare liver disease
Study links coffee to lower risk for rare liver disease
Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a new study suggests.More >
Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a new study suggests.More >

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Study: 1 in 8 teens misusing Adderall for weight loss
Study: 1 in 8 teens misusing Adderall for weight loss
Updated: Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:51 PM EDT2013-05-08 01:51:51 GMT
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Adderall is a very powerful prescription drug with side effects that some celebrities and teen's love. The drug is supposed to be used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, but it's not alwaysMore >
A new study found many teens are addicted to Adderall and Ritalin. One in eight teens reported misusing the drug to lose weight.More >
Arizona is better shape than most
Arizona is better shape than most
Updated: Tuesday, April 16 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-04-16 23:04:29 GMT
More than 133,000 Arizonans who need substance abuse treatment are expected to be able to get it through health insurance obtained under provisions of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul law. That'sMore >
More than 133,000 Arizonans who need substance abuse treatment are expected to be able to get it through health insurance obtained under provisions of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul law.More >
AZ patients buzz about 'Gummy Bear' implants
AZ patients buzz about 'Gummy Bear' implants
Updated: Monday, February 11 2013 10:07 AM EST2013-02-11 15:07:30 GMT
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The buzz is growing louder about a new kind of breast implant recently approved by the FDA. More women are bursting at the seams to learn more about the new "Gummy Bear" implants. Dr. Robert Cohen wasMore >
Dr. Robert Cohen, of Paradise Valley, participated in the clinical trials before their FDA approval with the doctor who coined the term.More >
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Thousands in their underwear expected Saturday at state Capitol
Thousands in their underwear expected Saturday at state Capitol
Updated: Tuesday, November 13 2012 7:50 PM EST2012-11-14 00:50:35 GMT
Don't be surprised if you see a few thousand people running around the State Capitol in their underwear Saturday. It's all for a good cause. The fifth annual Phoenix Undy 5000 5K Run/Walk to fight colonMore >
More Arizonans died from colorectal cancer in 2011 than were killed in car crashes.More >
Holiday blood drive under way
Holiday blood drive under way
Updated: Wednesday, October 31 2012 1:51 AM EDT2012-10-31 05:51:25 GMT
United Blood Services and the Phoenix Symphony have partnered for a holiday blood drive to help during the upcoming holiday season. The Saving Arizona blood drive will help supply blood for lifesavingMore >
The Saving Arizona blood drive will help supply blood for lifesaving transfusions for patients in the hospital during the Thanksgiving holiday.More >
Clinical trial helps Valley toddler overcome 'bubble boy' disease
Clinical trial helps Valley toddler overcome 'bubble boy' disease
Updated: Thursday, October 11 2012 10:15 AM EDT2012-10-11 14:15:17 GMT
A new gene therapy could change the lives of children that have the so called "bubble boy" disease. For the last 11 years stem cell researchers have been testing 10 children with the disease. As partMore >
A new gene therapy could change the lives of children that have the so called "bubble boy" disease. For the last 11 years stem cell researchers have been testing 10 children with the disease.More >
New study suggests HPV shot now safe for teens
New study suggests HPV shot now safe for teens
Updated: Monday, October 1 2012 6:57 PM EDT2012-10-01 22:57:25 GMT
Some parents have been worried about the safety of the HPV vaccine. The vaccine protects against human papilloma virus which can cause cervical cancer. HPV is a very common sexual infection. The CentersMore >
Some parents have been worried about the safety of the HPV vaccine. The vaccine protects against human papilloma virus which can cause cervical cancer.More >
Want to lose weight? Stand up!
Want to lose weight? Stand up!
Updated: Friday, September 21 2012 4:03 PM EDT2012-09-21 20:03:35 GMT
Get moving! That's what doctors will tell you. But getting up and standing, instead of sitting, can do more than help you stay fit or lose weight.Many jobs require sitting at our desks, which causes manyMore >
Get moving! That's what doctors will tell you. But getting up and standing, instead of sitting, can do more than help you stay fit or lose weight.More >

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