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Listen Up, Walkers: Watch Out For Traffic When Wearing Headphones

A study of accidents involving pedestrians wearing headphones suggests a real risk from the audio distraction. Fumbling with or listening to music players can divert attention from dangers. The audio can also drown out sounds of trouble. Read More...

Published Tue, Jan 17 2012 12:10 PM by Shots - Health Blog

Health Care In Massachusetts: 'Abject Failure' Or Work In Progress?

President Obama's health care overhaul was largely based on one that then-Gov. Mitt Romney signed into law in Massachusetts in 2006. Now, more than 98 percent of state residents have health insurance, and the law has drawn unexpected supporters. But...

Published Sun, Feb 12 2012 9:01 PM by Shots - Health Blog

States Vary On What They Allow Midwives To Do

Midwives specifically trained in delivery outside hospitals can practice legally in 27 states. In the remaining states, mothers-to-be planning for a home birth will probably be attended by a certified nurse-midwife. Read More...

Published Tue, Feb 14 2012 7:37 AM by Shots - Health Blog

For People With Pre-existing Conditions, Insurance Prices Matter

Charge lower rates for health insurance and more people will buy it. Seems obvious, but the number of people with pre-existing conditions to buy federally subsidized insurance varies a lot by state. The reason has a lot to do with the prices. Read More...

Published Fri, Nov 05 2010 11:57 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

Feds Charge Retired Glaxo Lawyer With Obstructing FDA Investigation

A former drug company lawyer allegedly obstructed a Food and Drug Administration investigation into the marketing of an antidepressant for unapproved uses. Doctors paid by the company allegedly promoted an antidepressant for weight loss. Read More...

Published Tue, Nov 09 2010 8:57 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Keep A Lid On When Alcohol Is Sold To Prevent Accidents

Public health advocates say it's a mistake to relax rules that prohibit Sunday sales of alcohol or to lengthen the hours when booze, beer and wine can be bought. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 10 2010 6:40 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Freebies For The Public Health Crowd: Pencils, Matchbooks And Chocolate

How do exhibitors woo attendees at a public health meeting? A little hand sanitizer goes a long way. Chocolate also seems to get even the health-conscious to stop at a booth. Then there are the matchbooks against smoking. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 10 2010 1:24 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Probiotics May Help Soothe The Stomach

A review of 63 studies found that probiotics can shorten a nettlesome bout of diarrhea. Read More...

Published Thu, Nov 11 2010 1:35 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Protests Mount Over Safety And Privacy Of Airport Scanners

Worries about the risks from airport scanners to people have some critics calling for direct action. They're suggesting people opt for a pat-down instead of a scan, which could lead to long lines at the airport. Read More...

Published Fri, Nov 12 2010 12:22 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Consumer Groups Want Lead Out Of Lipstick

A consortium of consumer and environmental groups says there's too much lead in lipstick. The Food and Drug Administration says there's nothing to worry about. Read More...

Published Wed, Feb 15 2012 7:42 AM by Shots - Health Blog

Scientists Debate How To Conduct Bird Flu Research

Scientists working with bird flu recently called a 60-day halt on some controversial experiments. The unusual move has been compared to a famous moratorium on genetic engineering in the 1970s. And key scientists who organized the pause on genetic research...

Published Wed, Feb 15 2012 2:52 PM by Shots - Health Blog

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