November 2010 - NPR Health Blog - The Network of Care

Wendy's Adds Gourmet Cachet, More Sodium To Fries

Sea salt, a trendy gourmet ingredient, is making its way onto the hamburger chain's menu. But the new salt, part of a taste upgrade for Wendy's french fries, is also boosting their sodium content. Read More...

Published Thu, Nov 11 2010 10:37 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Global Health Leader Sees AIDS At Turning Point After 30 Years

Since the HIV/AIDS pandemic peaked in 1999, safer-sex education and widespread condom use have brought down the number of new infections by 19 percent, according to a new report from UNAIDS. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 24 2010 4:03 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

New Questions Raised On Chemicals In Soaps, Plastics

A new study is linking higher levels of triclosan to allergies in kids and Bisphenol-A exposure to changes in adult immune systems raises new health questions. But the concerns about these chemicals are far from settled. Read More...

Published Mon, Nov 29 2010 12:59 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Fruit Ride Free In New WeightWatchers Point System

The weight-loss helpers are overhauling their point system for the first time in more than a decade. In a nod to the evolving science, WeightWatchers say some foods with the same number of calories shouldn't be treated the same by eaters. Read More...

Published Tue, Nov 30 2010 12:06 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Caution: High Deductible Plans Might Be Bad For Your Health

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Published Tue, Nov 23 2010 9:45 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Olivia Welter, Other Severely Disabled Adults Win Round In Court Battle

A U.S. District Court judge in Illinois has certified a class action lawsuit on behalf of eight people with severe disabilities who have either aged-out of a medical program for children or who are in danger of soon reaching the age cut off. Read More...

Published Mon, Nov 22 2010 5:10 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Researchers Say Common Test For Prostate Cancer May Not Work

Ten years ago, the clinical staging prostate cancer test was supposed to help doctors decide how to treat it. New evidence shows the test is not a good predictor of how serious the disease is. Read More...

Published Mon, Nov 22 2010 6:22 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Bowing To Pressure, Maker Of Four Loko To Drop Caffeine

As the Food and Drug Administration reportedly prepares to take regulatory action against drinks that combine alcohol and caffeine, the maker of Four Loko said it's eliminating the stimulants from the popular beverage. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 17 2010 5:58 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Maternity Coverage Proves Costly For Women Buying Individual Policies

Individual health insurance policies rarely cover expenses related to maternity care without the purchase of an expensive rider. Add in other charges and having a baby can be a very expensive proposition, even with insurance. Read More...

Published Tue, Nov 16 2010 5:45 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Dentist Group Says It Should Have Stood Up To Racism Earlier

As the American Dental Association reinforced its commitment to diversity, it apologized for discriminatory membership practices of the past. Dr. Raymond Gist, the group's first African-American president, made the apology in an open letter. Read...

Published Sat, Nov 06 2010 6:02 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Doctors Play Crucial Role In Tying Health Care Choices To Value

As insurers and employers try new ways to get patients to make better health care decisions, doctors' influence remains crucial. A deep cut in drug copayments or steep fees added to some procedures may not work without doctors' buy-in. Read More...

Published Tue, Nov 30 2010 6:29 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

CT Scans Modestly Cut Deaths Of Smokers In Study

A federally funded study provides evidence that a screening test may help fight the nation's top cancer killer. The study, involving heavy smokers, showed CT scans cut deaths by 20 percent. Even so, the approach isn't ready for routine use. Read...

Published Thu, Nov 04 2010 10:53 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Why It's So Easy To Give Kids The Wrong Dose Of Medicine

Nearly all of the top over-the-counter children's medications contained confusing dosing instructions, according to a new study. For example, the instructions on the bottle give teaspoon measurements, but the dosing cup marks milliliters. Read More...

Published Tue, Nov 30 2010 1:21 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

No Arsenic In Pardoned Turkeys, But It Might Be In Yours

The turkeys pardoned today by President Obama are arsenic-free, but scientists say some poultry producers mix arsenic into feed, which may be risky for human health. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 24 2010 11:01 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Pricey New Blood Thinner Could Be A Deal

A drug that costs $8 a day may be cheaper to use than an old generic that's only cost $1. Less stringent monitoring of patients on the newly approved drug is a big reason why, according to an independent analysis. Read More...

Published Mon, Nov 08 2010 9:31 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

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