More Screening Could Help Catch, Treat Depression in Kids With Diabetes, New Study Finds
Symptoms of depression are common for kids with diabetes, but they often go undiagnosed or untreated, according to a U.S. study.
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New Web-Based Decision Aid Gives Smokers Feedback On Whether to Undergo Lung Cancer Screening
A brief web-based decision aid gives current or former smokers individualized feedback on whether or not lung cancer screening is right for them, according to a small study. -
Stressful Jobs Tied to Small Increase in Stroke Risk, New Study Finds
Up to one in four jobs are "high strain," and people in these lines of work may be at increased risk of stroke, according to a new analysis of past research. -
Regular Exercise Before Pregnancy May Help Stave Off Pelvic Pains, New Study Reveals
Regular exercise before pregnancy may protect against so-called pelvic girdle pain as the fetus grows, according to a new study from Norway. -
U.S. Prescription Opioid Misuse and Deaths Increase, Claims Disturbing New Study
The proportion of people reporting use of prescription opioids for reasons other than medical necessity fell between 2003 and 2013, but use disorders and overdose deaths increased, according to a new study. -
Hospital Workers Often Transfer Germs When Removing Gloves, Gowns, Black Light Reveals
Florescent lotion and black light revealed that health care workers often contaminate their skin and clothing while removing their protective gear, researchers say. -
Measles Can be a Dangerous, Lesser-Known Risk For Travelers, New Data Shows
Measles is still a risk for travelers, regardless of destination, and vaccination remains the best way to prevent it, according to travel health experts. -
Study Finds Patients Who Feel Ready to Leave Hospital Are More Satisfied With Caregivers
In a small study of hospitalized patients, those who felt ready to go home when they were discharged were more satisfied with the hospital and their caregivers than those who didn't feel ready to go. -
Deadly Flu-Associated Pneumonia Linked To Skipped Flu Vaccine, Claims New Research
The flu vaccine may help prevent flu-related pneumonia, a study suggests.
