Healthcare pros give 3D mammograms high marks

Experts say these new mammograms excel at finding cancer:

http://news.yahoo.com/3d-mammograms-thumbs-locating-breast-cancer-171700055.html

Crohn's disease and thalidomide

Researchers discover that this drug that had a bad rep in the past can help put Crohn's disease into remission in young patients:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-finds-thalidomide-boosts-remission-young-crohns-patients-161700814.html

Is there a link between obesity and hearing loss?

See what researchers have to say:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-finds-potential-between-hearing-loss-obesity-232000311.html

Researchers link narcolepsy to immune issues

Interesting take on narcolepsy:

http://news.yahoo.com/narcolepsy-linked-immune-system-attacks-study-says-195600533.html

New tinnitus device

Help on the horizon for this troublesome hearing disorder:

http://news.yahoo.com/tinnitus-device-treat-overactive-neurons-being-developed-221300377.html

2014 Roman Catholic holy days

Here are the 2014 Catholic holy days of obligation:

http://voices.yahoo.com/complete-list-roman-catholic-holy-days-2014-12464923.html

Thanksgiving and Crohn's disease

If you have this pesky digestive disease or know someone who does, these tips should be helpful:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/celebrating-thanksgiving-when-you-have-crohns-disease/

New kind of melanoma vaccine

Researchers are testing a new type of melanoma vaccine:

http://news.yahoo.com/vaccine-teaches-immune-system-battle-melanoma-161100552.html

Improved way to diagnose pancreatic cancer

Researchers call it a better way to detect the dreaded disease in its early stages:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-discover-better-way-diagnose-pancreatic-cancer-214200521.html

Can't have a flu shot? Read on

Not everybody can get one.  Here's what to do if you can't:

http://health.yahoo.net/articles/flu/what-do-if-you-cant-have-flu-shot

New at-home strep test

Researchers have developed an at-home test for strep throat that they call highly accurate:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-develop-accurate-home-strep-test-170700667.html

Molecule linked to lung cancer

Researchers have made some important discoveries that could affect how to diagnose and treat lung cancer in the future:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-discover-molecule-important-lung-cancer-role-155300838.html

Link between pancreatic cancer survival and obesity

Scientists have found evidence that obesity can shorten survival rates for pancreatic cancer:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-links-obesity-lower-pancreatic-cancer-survival-rates-191800769.html

New test for pancreatic cancer

Researchers have developed a test to find early pancreatic cancer:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-design-test-detect-early-pancreatic-cancer-220600547.html

Scientists uncover new genes related to Sjӧgren’s Syndrome

Researchers have found new genes they say link to Sjӧgren’s Syndrome:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-identify-genes-linked-sj-gren-syndrome-154700001.html

 

Link between some types of Crohn's and certain intestinal cells

Scientists have established a link between specific types of cells in the intestines and the presence of Crohn's disease:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-links-crohns-disease-cases-specialized-cells-151300644.html

Scientists link zinc deficiency to two diseases

A shortage of zinc in the body has been linked to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, researchers say:

http://news.yahoo.com/zinc-shortage-potentially-linked-alzheimers-parkinsons-214500129.html

Use 2 tests for asthma

Using two tests for asthma gives a much better chance of accurate diagnosis, a study says:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-combining-two-tests-yields-better-asthma-155600484.html

Are you ready for the 2013 fall leaves?

Here's the schedule of peak periods throughout the country:

http://voices.yahoo.com/best-dates-see-fall-leaves-2013-12332748.html?cat=16

Alzheimer's research goes in a new direction

Focus shifts from treating symptoms to prevention in healthy but at-risk population: 

http://news.yahoo.com/uncle-sam-awards-33-2-million-grant-test-170400251.html

Could this study lead to a new melanoma treatment?

California scientists developed in using mouse models:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-discover-important-role-gene-linked-melanoma-220500581.html;_ylt=A2KJ3Ccx4jhSn3UAIKPQtDMD

Back to school in the 1950s

It was a different world then . . . maybe a better one for youngsters in school:

http://voices.yahoo.com/back-school-1950s-12289783.html

Chance of heart disease rises in winter months

Researchers say the chance of developing heart disease is greatest in the winter:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-risk-heart-disease-greatest-winter-162300573.html

Genetic link identified for childhood leukemia

Scientists have discovered some exciting information for one type of childhood leukemia: 

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-genetic-basis-major-type-childhood-leukemia-164000428.html

News about Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS)

Results of a new study using animal models show promise of a therapy to slow progress or developing of Lou Gehrig's disease:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-therapy-slows-lou-gehrigs-disease-184600486.html

New experimental drug for Crohn's disease

It's sitting with the FDA for approval but shows promise, experts say:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/experimental-crohns-disease-drug-shows-promise/

Brain size linked to anorexia?

Scientists have uncovered a relationship between brain size and developing anorexia in adolescent girls:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-copper-buildup-alzheimers-disease-163800745.html

Researchers find connection between Alzheimer's and copper

Copper is essential for maintaining your health.  However, researchers have linked a buildup of this metal with developing Alzheimer's disease:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-copper-buildup-alzheimers-disease-163800745.html

Dogs to sniff ovarian cancer

Researchers are training detection dogs to sniff a byproduct of ovarian cancer:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-train-dogs-detect-ovarian-cancer-sniffing-155700988.html

Potential new drug for IBS

Undergoing clinical trials:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-drug-eluxadoline-could-benefit-ibs-patients-153900434.html

Rare diseases series: Bardet-Biedl Syndrome

In the U.S., it's particularly associated with certain Amish and Hutterite populations:

http://voices.yahoo.com/rare-diseases-series-6-bardet-biedl-syndrome-12288366.html?cat=70

UK study says walking could greatly reduce diabetes risk

A UK study suggests that walking could slash diabetes risk by 40 percent:


http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-walking-slashes-diabetes-risk-40-percent-160000733.html

Blood test for Alzheimer's

A team of German and U.S. scientists has developed a new test for Alzheimer's disease:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-develop-blood-test-diagnose-alzheimers-165200044.html

Crohn's disease: when should you tell?

It's a dilemma that keeps occurring once a patient has been diagnosed with Crohn's disease:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/crohns-disease-to-tell-or-not-to-tell-you-have-it/

Crohn's disease and vitamin B12

Why do patients need it and when?  How can they get it when supplements don't work?

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/crohns-disease-and-vitamin-b12-the-lowdown/

New device can sniff bladder cancer

It was developed in the UK and could eventually make diagnosis much quicker and easier:

http://news.yahoo.com/urine-tester-sniff-bladder-cancer-154500013.html

Novel way to lower blood pressure

Removing nerves that link the kidney to the brain can lower high blood pressure, experts say:

http://news.yahoo.com/removing-nerves-linking-kidney-brain-lowers-high-blood-213600942.html

Are biologic drugs for Crohn's disease in your future?

Some patients consider them a bit controversial:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/

Night shift work linked to breast cancer risk

A Canadian study says that women who worked at least 30 years on the night shift faced an increased risk of developing breast cancer:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-decades-night-shifts-double-breast-cancer-222500977.html

Scientists identify possible biological reason why fibromyalgia develops

Research shows it's not "all in the head" when it comes to fibromyalgia:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-possible-biological-basis-fibromyalgia-204400241.html

Clinical trial offers hope for type 1 diabetes vaccine

Although the clinical trial was a small one, the vaccine researchers developed had impressive results:

http://news.yahoo.com/small-trial-yields-promising-vaccine-type-1-diabetes-214100977.html

How to help if your child has Crohn's disease

Here are four broad ways in which you can help if you're an adult family member of a youngster with Crohn's disease:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/how-to-help-your-child-with-crohns-disease/

How to go on vacation when you have Crohn's disease

It's possible, with a bit of planning and thought:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/going-on-vacation-with-crohns-disease/

Self-help for Crohn's patients: where to start

Here's how you can start to help yourself if you suffer from this incurable digestive disease:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/vonda-sines-color-me-crohns/how-to-start-helping-yourself-if-you-have-crohns-disease/

New virus delivery method could help treat diseases that cause blindness

Researchers have developed a new method to introduce a virus carrying corrective genes to the eye:

http://news.yahoo.com/virus-delivery-method-could-help-treat-blinding-diseases-145700720.html

Quick, legal ways to earn money

They're not scams.  It doesn't normally take weeks or months to get paid.  Here are 5 legitimate ways you can earn money in a hurry:

http://voices.yahoo.com/5-legitimate-ways-earn-money-really-fast-12177331.html?cat=3

New Melanoma Drug Has Positive Results

Scientists have reported positive outcomes for patients with advanced melanoma who took this new drug in a trial:

http://news.yahoo.com/drug-advanced-melanoma-shows-positive-results-152800101.html

Scientists discover tinnitus cause, find treatment

Tinnitus is a chronic condition that can be debilitating to those who suffer from it:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-tinnitus-cause-treatment-171200838.html

All about the doxycycline shortage

Anyone who takes or is expecting to take doxycycline will want this info:

http://news.yahoo.com/lyme-disease-drug-shortage-prompts-nationwide-worries-171800552.html

Researchers discover new osteoarthritis treatment

New lubricant outperforms current options:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-develop-more-effective-osteoarthritis-lubricant-221900119.html

What happens when GERD meds stop working?

Researchers have come up with a device that might help:

http://news.yahoo.com/device-helps-gerd-medications-stop-working-161400943.html

Will joint replacement for osteoarthritis become obsolete?

Findings from this study suggest that it might:

http://news.yahoo.com/osteoarthritis-study-could-joint-replacement-obsolete-214700372.html

New implanted telescope helps macular degeneration patients

It's new and designed for patients with end-stage age-related macular degeneration:

http://news.yahoo.com/scientists-implant-telescope-treat-macular-degeneration-161000406.html

Study says PT just as effective as knee surgery for some

For certain individuals, it appears that physical therapy is just as effective and less invasive than knee surgery:

http://news.yahoo.com/physical-therapy-effective-knee-surgery-153100385.html

The danger of a single concussion

Experts now believe it can cause long-term brain damage:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-single-concussion-cause-lasting-brain-damage-145800148.html

Rare diseases: Leptomeningeal circinomatosis

This rare disease is now associated with actress Valerie Harper:

http://voices.yahoo.com/rare-diseases-series-1-leptomeningeal-carcinomatosis-12046779.html?cat=70

The latest on C. diff

It seems we're not making a tremendous amount of progress in wiping out this super-bug:

http://news.yahoo.com/survey-says-facilities-not-gaining-controlling-c-diff-160600751.html

New info on the evils of sleep deprivation

A few nights of interrupted sleep can do a lot more than make you out of sorts:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-sleep-deprivation-could-hamper-gene-activity-165100916.html

News for those who suffer from cat allergies

Once a new vaccine is available commercially, you might be able to relieve cat allergy symptoms for up to two years after just four doses:

http://news.yahoo.com/treatment-zaps-cat-allergy-symptoms-two-years-191900413.html

The Vitamin D-obesity link

Scientists were surprised to find a link between a deficiency in Vitamin D and obesity:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-obesity-vitamin-d-deficiency-233500527.html

Should you really get a yearly mammogram?

Maybe not, if you're an older woman:

http://news.yahoo.com/study-says-older-women-only-mammograms-every-two-181500272.html

When you eat is important to weight loss

Scientists studying weight loss successes have found that when you eat might well be just as important as what you eat when you want to lose weight:

http://news.yahoo.com/lose-weight-eat-time-232200900.html

Pope Benedict resigns

How can a Pope resign?  Read this:

http://voices.yahoo.com/can-pope-resign-506503.html?cat=7

New cure for C. diff infections

Researchers have created a synthetic stool that could bring relief to many who suffer from these infections:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-create-synthetic-stool-cures-c-diff-154100301.html

Tracking Canada's first female saint

See Margaret's bio here:

http://voices.yahoo.com/roman-catholic-saints-marguerite-bourgeoys-11971573.html

Scientists consider new approach to obesity

Medications for obesity have had little long-term success.  Researchers are considering a new strategy to tackle this condition:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-discover-strategy-fight-obesity-183700550.html

New risk factor for glaucoma

Researchers have identified a new risk factor for this disease of the eye:

http://news.yahoo.com/researchers-identify-risk-factor-glaucoma-165200606.html

How to skip the grocery next week

Here's one way to free up some cash in a hurry:

http://voices.yahoo.com/how-skip-trip-grocery-next-week-11962966.html?cat=7