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Avastin Falls Short In Treatment Of Ovarian Cancer

Avastin slowed the progression of the cancers a bit, but two studies didn't find the drug improved survival overall. Patients getting Avastin as part of treatment with several medicines had more side effects, including blood clots and high blood pressure...

Published Thu, Dec 29 2011 10:24 AM by Shots - Health Blog

What Vietnam Taught Us About Breaking Bad Habits

In the 1970s, a sizable number of U.S. servicemen in Vietnam self-identified as heroin addicts. But when they returned stateside, the number of these soldiers who continued their addiction was surprisingly low. Why? Turns out a massive disruption in their...

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

Scratching An Ankle Is Hard To Beat

Scratching an itchy ankle is more satisfying than relieving an itch on your back or arm. Even if you thought you knew that, scientists now have evidence to back up your hunch. Read More...

Published Fri, Jan 27 2012 12:25 PM by Shots - Health Blog

Gingrich Calls For Panel To Look At Rules For In Vitro Clinics

Gingrich has long been a strong backer of federal funding for scientific research. In 2001 his support extended to research on stem cells derived from human embryos left over from in vitro fertilization efforts. Read More...

Published Mon, Jan 30 2012 12:04 PM by Shots - Health Blog

For Many, Health Apps Are Just Not Part Of The Routine

A new survey by the Pew Internet and American Life Project found that just 9 percent of mobile phone owners use phone apps that help them track or manage their health. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 20 2010 1:45 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Researchers Teach Soy Tricks To Appeal To Indian Tastes

Salty snacks are increasingly the bane of health experts looking to head off childhood obesity in the U.S. But in India, researchers are trying to get more salty snacks into kids' hands – snacks that from the outside look a lot like Cheetos. Read...

Published Fri, Oct 22 2010 5:00 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Permanent Makeup May Cause Permanent Problems

Permanent makeup may look good and save time, but it is not easy or inexpensive to remove. And, as it turns out, it's quite risky Read More...

Published Fri, Oct 22 2010 12:29 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Forensic Psychiatrists Don't Favor Some Proposed Sexual Diagnoses

Some psychiatrists are concerned about new diagnoses that would make it easier to give certain sexual offenses a medical label. One effect: People who've served time for crimes could be committed to a mental institution afterward. Read More...

Published Mon, Oct 25 2010 12:17 PM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Four Loko Alcoholic Energy Drinks Blamed For Sickening College Students

Several studies have shown that mixing alcohol and caffeine makes a wide-awake drunk. And those who feel more awake are more likely to take risks, like driving home intoxicated. Read More...

Published Tue, Oct 26 2010 11:15 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

Chaos At Haiti Hospital As Cholera Patients Seek Treatment

An emergency treatment center being built to relieve the pressure on a key hospital in the cholera epidemic was burned down, reportedly by people upset that it was too close to a school. Cholera cases are slowing, yet the scene remains chaotic. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 27 2010 11:21 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog

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Avastin Falls Short In Treatment Of Ovarian Cancer

What Vietnam Taught Us About Breaking Bad Habits

Scratching An Ankle Is Hard To Beat

Gingrich Calls For Panel To Look At Rules For In Vitro Clinics

For Many, Health Apps Are Just Not Part Of The Routine

Researchers Teach Soy Tricks To Appeal To Indian Tastes

Permanent Makeup May Cause Permanent Problems

Forensic Psychiatrists Don't Favor Some Proposed Sexual Diagnoses

Four Loko Alcoholic Energy Drinks Blamed For Sickening College Students

Chaos At Haiti Hospital As Cholera Patients Seek Treatment

More Than A Million Condoms Recalled In South Africa

Birth Control Pill Mix-Up Leads To Pfizer Recall

How One Hospital Entices Doctors To Work In Rural America

As Komen Defends Itself, Planned Parenthood Rakes In Substitute Funds

Many Hits, Rather Than A Big One, Pose Greatest Concussion Risk