Time to Quit Smoking? A Guide to Treatment Options

Jan 6, 2014 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Time to Quit Smoking? A Guide to Treatment Options January 3, 2014 | By Health Editor Twitter By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Jan. 3, 2014 (HealthDay News) — People who want to quit smoking cigarettes no longer have to suffer through cold-turkey withdrawal. A number … Read more

Younger Adults Who’ve Had Shingles May Face Higher Stroke Risk

By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Jan. 3, 2014 (HealthDay News) — People who’ve had shingles — a viral infection also known as herpes zoster — before age 40 may have a higher risk of stroke years later, a large new study suggests. Adults who get shingles after 40 don’t have an increased risk of stroke. … Read more

Daycare Surfaces May Hold Germs Longer Than Thought

FRIDAY, Jan. 3, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Germs that cause common illnesses, including ear infections and strep throat, can linger on surfaces such as cribs, children’s toys and books for hours after contamination — even after the objects are well cleaned — according to a small new study. Researchers suggested that additional steps may need … Read more

Pros and Cons of Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Men

Jan 3, 2014 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Pros and Cons of Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Men January 2, 2014 | By Health Editor Twitter By Serena GordonHealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, Jan. 1, 2014 (HealthDay News) — When men are young, testosterone tends to get a bad rap, often blamed for aggressive and overly … Read more

3 Fitness Goals to Aim for in 2014

Jan 2, 2014 News & Views: From the Editors of Health 3 Fitness Goals to Aim for in 2014 December 31, 2013 | By Tina Haupert Twitter It’s almost the first of January, so you might be thinking about what you want to accomplish in the new year, including some fitness goals. In the past, you … Read more

Get a Dancer’s Body With These 3 At-Home Moves

Jan 1, 2014 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Get a Dancer’s Body With These 3 At-Home Moves December 31, 2013 | By News & Views Twitter You may not have the years of training that can produce a dancer’s lithe physique, but it doesn’t mean you can’t steal some of their fitness secrets. … Read more

Embarrassed on Facebook? Surprisingly Common, Survey Finds

Dec 31, 2013 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Embarrassed on Facebook? Surprisingly Common, Survey Finds December 30, 2013 | By Health Editor Twitter By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Dec. 26, 2013 (HealthDay News) — If you spend much time on Facebook untagging yourself in unflattering photos and embarrassing posts, you’re not alone. A … Read more

FDA Warns Consumers Against Body-Building Supplement

FRIDAY, Dec. 27, 2013 (HealthDay News) — Consumers should not use Mass Destruction, a dietary supplement used to stimulate muscle growth, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Monday. The body-building product, available in retail stores, fitness gyms and online, contains potentially harmful synthetic steroids and anyone currently using it should stop immediately, the FDA … Read more

Get a Natural Sugar Fix With These Fruits

Dec 29, 2013 News & Views: From the Editors of Health Get a Natural Sugar Fix With These Fruits December 27, 2013 | By News & Views Twitter If grapes and apples seem ho-hum, try something a bit more unusual. “Ultra-sweet exotic fruit satisfies sugar cravings, and its water and fiber help you feel full,” says … Read more