Sandy’s Wrath Brings Massive Blackouts, Flooding Across Northeast

Sandy’s Wrath Brings Massive Blackouts, Flooding Across Northeast

Posted: 30 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

At least 33 are dead and millions are left without power By Margaret Farley SteeleHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Oct. 30 (HealthDay News) — The most powerful storm to hit the U.S. Northeast in a generation cut a swath of destruction through the region Monday night and Tuesday morning, leaving at least 33 dead and millions without...

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Smoking During Pregnancy Tied to Extra Weight in Kids

Posted: 30 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

But breast-feeding and late weaning may cut some of the child’s risk, researchers say TUESDAY, Oct. 30 (HealthDay News) — Children whose mothers were overweight and smoked during pregnancy are at increased risk of being overweight, a new study has found. The researchers also found that a high birth weight and rapid weight gain during...

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Baring your Sole: What your Running Shoes Say about You

Baring your Sole: What your Running Shoes Say about You

Posted: 30 Oct 2012 07:39 AM PDT

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Mothers’ Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Kids’ Heart Health

Mothers’ Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Kids’ Heart Health

Posted: 29 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Siblings born after procedure had changes in genes related to obesity, disease in study MONDAY, Oct. 29 (HealthDay News) — Children born to mothers who have had weight-loss surgery and lost a large amount of weight may have better heart health than their brothers or sisters who were born before their mothers lost the excess...

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Exercise and Weight Loss Give Brain a Boost, Study Finds

Posted: 29 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Getting fit helped overweight, inactive adults sharpen their thinking skills, too MONDAY, Oct. 29 (HealthDay News) — Regular high-intensity exercise is not only good for your body, it’s also good for your brain, researchers report. Their new study included overweight and inactive adults, average age 49, who underwent tests to assess their thinking, decision-making and...

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Hurricane Sandy Has East Coast in Its Crosshairs

Hurricane Sandy Has East Coast in Its Crosshairs

Posted: 27 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Start making emergency preparations now, experts say, because it could rival 1991′s ‘perfect storm’ By Margaret Farley SteeleHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Oct. 26 (HealthDay News) — Hurricane Sandy continues to bear down on the East Coast of the United States, with the latest forecasts predicting a direct hit to mid-Atlantic or northeastern states early next week....

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Too Much Dairy, Carbs Might Harm Men’s Sperm

Too Much Dairy, Carbs Might Harm Men’s Sperm

Posted: 26 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

New studies also suggest women’s diets could affect IVF success By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Oct. 26 (HealthDay News) — Diet can have a notable impact on reproductive health, a group of new studies suggests. One set of findings: The more carbohydrates or diary a man eats, the poorer the quality of his sperm. Similarly,...

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Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Can Fight Weight Gain: Study

Posted: 26 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Sprint-interval training burns up to 200 extra calories daily, researchers say By Kathleen DohenyHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Oct. 25(HealthDay News) — Is lack of time your excuse for not exercising? New research finds that just a few minutes of intense activity interspersed between less intense stretches of exercise will burn excess calories all day long. Men...

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Health Tip: Exercise for People Who Have Had Breast Cancer

Health Tip: Exercise for People Who Have Had Breast Cancer

Posted: 25 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

It helps them regain strength (HealthDay News) — Exercise is always important for good health, but it’s especially beneficial for women who have had breast cancer. The American Council on Exercise mentions these potential benefits: Exercise can reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence, death from breast cancer and death from all causes, compared to...

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Health Tip: Enjoy a Healthier Halloween

Posted: 25 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

You don’t have to serve up ‘junk food’ (HealthDay News) — If you’re planning a Halloween party for the neighborhood kids, candy and other “junk food” aren’t your only options. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests these healthier alternatives: For trick-or-treaters, offer low-calorie drinks and treats. For party guests, serve veggies, fruit...

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Exercise May Beat Socializing at Staving Off Brain Shrinkage

Exercise May Beat Socializing at Staving Off Brain Shrinkage

Posted: 23 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Study also found physical activity more protective than mental stimulation MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Regular exercise may offer seniors more protection against brain shrinkage than social or mentally stimulating activities, a new study suggests. Previous research has linked aging-related brain shrinkage to memory and thinking problems. In this study, Scottish researchers examined the...

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Little Evidence Organic Food Better in Long Run: Report

Posted: 23 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

But pediatricians’ group acknowledged that lower pesticide levels may be better for growing brain By Maureen SalamonHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Parents weighing the value of feeding their children organic foods should understand there’s little evidence to back the notion that such fare is healthier in the long run than conventionally produced...

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Kids With Stressed-Out Parents Eat More Fast Food: Study

Posted: 23 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Child obesity was more likely as parental stress scores rose By Randy DotingaHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Stress in parents may contribute to obesity in their kids, and as parental stress rises the kids are more likely to eat fast food, a new study finds. The research has caveats. It doesn’t definitively...

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Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Titles

Posted: 23 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

Doping scandal has already caused cyclist to step down as head of cancer charity MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Lance Armstrong has been stripped of his seven Tour de France titles and banned from cycling for life, the International Cycling Union announced Monday. The UCI decision comes after the recent release of a United...

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Cheerleading Needs Safety Guidelines, Pediatricians Say

Posted: 23 Oct 2012 10:04 AM PDT

American Academy of Pediatrics says more complex stunting, acrobatics call for greater surveillance MONDAY, Oct. 22 (HealthDay News) — Cheerleading has become a competitive, year-round sport that features complex acrobatic stunts, which has led to an increase in the number and severity of injuries, experts say. Now, new guidelines released by the American Academy of...

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