But modest gains from arduous 'leaching' therapy aren't enough to OK it at this time, study author says By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter SUNDAY, March 10 (HealthDay News) -- There's mixed news from a much-anticipated clinical trial for people who've suffered a heart attack: While a study found that daily high doses of vitamins and minerals...

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Encourage safety during sports (HealthDay News) -- Young children can be susceptible to overuse injuries due to repetitive activities during sports competitions and practices. The safekids.org website lists these tips to help kids reduce the risk of overuse injuries from sports: Always warm up with jogging or light exercise for about 10 minutes before play....

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Tweaking sleeping, eating, drinking and online habits all can help, experts advise FRIDAY, March 8 (HealthDay News) -- The loss of an hour of sleep that comes with the switch to daylight saving time overnight Saturday can be uncomfortable if you don't take some simple steps to prepare, experts say. To help you adapt, Dr....

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Protect them against injury (HealthDay News) -- In-line skating can help children have fun while getting a great aerobic workout that helps strengthen muscles. But it's important that they follow safety guidelines to prevent injury. The American Academy of Pediatrics lists these safety rules for children using in-line skates: Dress in protective gear when skating....

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Study found those who won or lost depending on weight-loss success stuck with the program By Denise MannHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 7 (HealthDay News) -- Money talks when it comes to motivating people to lose weight, a new study shows. And it doesn't have to be a ton of cash, either. Just receiving a month...

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Brazilian study doesn't necessarily mean that heart attack or stroke risk rises in winter By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 7 (HealthDay News) -- Cholesterol levels increase with winter's arrival and drop again as warmer weather returns, a new study by Brazilian researchers suggests. "In the winter, people should be careful with their cholesterol levels,"...

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Patients who got injections saw less improvement than with surgery, other treatments By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 7 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults who get steroid injections for degeneration in their lower spine may fare worse than people who skip the treatment, a small study suggests. The research, published recently in the journal Spine,...

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Study findings, if confirmed, may have relevance for treating ADHD, autism By Alan MozesHealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 6 (HealthDay News) -- Short bouts of moderately intense exercise appear to improve the self-control of youngsters and young adults, a broad review of existing research suggests. The Dutch analysis of 24 prior studies highlights the potential mental...

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It found those who ate the most increased their risk of dying prematurely by 44 percent By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, March 6 (HealthDay News) -- Grilled hot dogs and sausages may be tasty treats at ball games and picnics, but a new study of nearly 450,000 people finds that eating too much processed meat...

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