April 11, 2012: Nonsurgical Method to Measure Brain Pressure Shows Promise
If confirmed with further research, new technique could offer alternative to drilling into skull

March 26, 2012: People With Autism May Be Better at Processing Information
Small study suggests this ability might be an advantage in IT careers

March 06, 2012: Computerization May Not Curb Medical Tests, Costs
Doctors order more scans if they have easy access to results, study shows

January 27, 2012: Experts Offer Tips on Avoiding iPad-Linked Shoulder, Neck Strain
Users should not keep tablet computers such as iPad or Xoom on their laps, small study suggests

December 23, 2011: Many VA Patients Would Share Personal Health Records, Study Finds
Nearly 80% surveyed said they would allow spouse, others access to information

December 05, 2011: Teen 'Sexting' Might Be Less Common Than Feared
But emotional, legal fallout can still occur, studies find

November 29, 2011: New Software Might Help Predict Difficult Childbirth
Using 3-D reconstructions, program scores a mother's likelihood of normal delivery

November 09, 2011: Computer 'Pathologist' Could Help Assess Breast Cancer Survival
Model under study may someday help, not replace, physicians, researchers say

November 03, 2011: College Students Still Vulnerable to Bullying
Harassment, especially cyberbullying, can continue beyond high school

October 14, 2011: Helping Teens Fend Off Attacks by Cyberbullies
Self-confidence and understanding how the Internet works may help head off problems

September 22, 2011: Scientists Reconstruct the 'Movies in Our Minds'
Using MRI scans and computers, they interpreted brain patterns as people watched film trailers

August 24, 2011: Teen Drinking, Smoking Higher Among Facebook Users: Survey
Fans of 'suggestive' TV shows also more likely to report using marijuana, alcohol, cigarettes

May 20, 2011: Robotic Surgery Oversold on Hospital Websites, Study Contends
Like any procedure, outcome depends on surgeon's skill, expert says

May 13, 2011: Teens Who Drink Seem Drawn to Social Networking Sites
Finding reflects youths' experimenting with alcohol and the Internet, expert says

April 24, 2011: What Makes a Face Appealing to the Opposite Sex?
Those who think women prefer men to have a square jaw are in for a surprise

April 08, 2011: College 101: Cellphones, Laptops, Music Players
After giving them up for a day, students in 10 different countries were miserable, study found

April 07, 2011: Scientists Use Computer to 'Read' Human Thoughts
Technology could help disabled patients relate to world around them, findings suggest

March 11, 2011: Text Messages May Help Smokers Kick the Addiction, Small Study Finds
Brain MRIs also provide data for smoking cessation 'texts' tailored to individual's capacity for self-control

March 03, 2011: Computer Vision Syndrome: Fact or Fiction?
Eye experts take different views on whether it's a serious malady

March 03, 2011: Health Tip: Help Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Take frequent breaks from the computer

February 23, 2011: Violent Video Games May Not Desensitize Kids: Study
Data suggests children's long-term 'emotional memory' not affected

February 18, 2011: Kids as Young as 5 Can Command a Computer Mouse
Study found practice more important than age in mastering skills

February 17, 2011: Some Docs May Use Twitter for 'Unprofessional' Messages: Report
4% of physician 'tweets' said to be sexually explicit, violated patients' privacy or were otherwise inappropriate

January 18, 2011: More Evidence That TV, Computer Time Could Harm Heart
After treadmill test, cardiac recovery worse in those with more 'screen time,' study finds

December 28, 2010: Many Parents Frown on Kids' Internet Use, Survey Says
They worry about diminished time spent with friends, family

December 23, 2010: Electronic Health Records May Not Always Improve Care
Experts say better tools needed to assess effectiveness of new record-keeping

November 19, 2010: Computer Imaging Adds to 'Nose Job' Satisfaction: Study
Rhinoplasty patients who previewed their new nose before surgery were happiest with results

November 18, 2010: Undergrads Who Twitter May Do Better, Study Finds
Social networking seemed to increase student engagement

October 19, 2010: Online Gambling Rises Among College Males, High School Girls
1.7 million U.S. males aged 18 to 22 gamble online at least once a month, researchers estimate

September 27, 2010: Health Tip: Sit Properly at the Computer
Suggestions for setting up your chair

September 14, 2010: Action-Packed Video Games May Be Good for You After All
Decision-making improves with frequent shoot-'em-up play, study finds

September 13, 2010: Researchers Develop Touch-Sensitive 'e-Skin'
May be used in robots and possibly one day to restore a sense of touch to patients with prosthetic limbs

August 02, 2010: Addictive Internet Use Tied to Depression in Teens
Even healthy ones can run into trouble with too much use, researchers say

May 28, 2010: Scientist Becomes First Human 'Infected' With Computer Virus
As implantable medical device technology advances, so will potential risks, researcher warns

May 23, 2010: Parents Want Electronic Access to Their Children's Docs: Survey
E-mail, Internet access could reduce frustration, researchers say

May 19, 2010: Alcohol Companies Use New Media to Lure Young Drinkers: Report
Spirits industry says it's committed to responsible online advertising

April 20, 2010: 'Brain Games' Do <i>Not</i> Make You Smarter
British study found no evidence that popular computer games helped in any way

April 08, 2010: Electronic Medical Records' Benefits Still to Be Seen
Most systems not yet fully implemented, survey finds

April 02, 2010: Medical Misinformation Can Spread Quickly Via 'Tweets'
Twitter users reveal misuse of antibiotics, including sharing leftover drugs, study finds

March 13, 2010: Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One
Spotlight focuses on work-related risks during Save Your Vision month

March 03, 2010: People Still Trust Their Doctors Rather Than the Internet
They'll go online first, but turn to physicians for final decisions, survey shows

February 16, 2010: Cell Phones, Video Games Don't Spur Teen Headaches
But listening to music could be a source of pain, study finds

January 21, 2010: Health Tip: Understanding Repetitive Stress Injuries
Most linked to computers or overuse injuries from sports

November 05, 2009: Doctors Point Out Gaps in U.S. Health Care
Survey finds poorer results, higher costs than in other countries

October 06, 2009: Teens With ADHD, Depression Risk Internet Addiction
In a wired world, obsessive use is likely to increase, experts say

October 03, 2009: In Health Care Today, It's Electronic All the Way
Despite telemedicine advances, doctor-patient relationship remains key, experts say

June 09, 2009: Computers Causing Injuries in the Home
Falling monitors, dangerous wires a growing risk, especially for kids, study shows

June 08, 2009: Too Much Computer Gaming Can Steal Your Sleep
Hard-core gamers lose almost two hours of slumber a night, study suggests

June 05, 2009: Interactive Video Games Offer Exercise Benefits
Payoff was especially evident with seniors, researchers say

May 26, 2009: To Quit Smoking, Try Logging On
Computer- and Web-based programs may help smokers stop, study finds