February 08, 2012: One 'Silver Lining' to Recession: Fewer Broken Bones?
Florida study finds less orthopedic trauma cases as construction workers lost jobs

February 07, 2012: Health Tip: Help Prevent Ice Skating Accidents
Follow these safety guidelines

February 06, 2012: Health Tip: How to Protect Seniors From Injury
Devise a home safety checklist

February 01, 2012: Science Shows How Massage Eases Sore Muscles
Getting one post-workout can spur cellular processes that cut inflammation and pain

February 01, 2012: Health Tip: Strained a Hamstring?
Here's how to help it heal

January 25, 2012: Health Tip: Clean a Wound Carefully
And help reduce the risk of infection

January 23, 2012: Severe Brain Injury When Young May Have Long-Term Effects
Good home environment helps overcome some deficits, studies find

January 21, 2012: Protect Yourself From Ski-Fatigue Injuries
Expert recommends conditioning exercises to keep skiers, snowboarders healthy

January 20, 2012: U.S. Work-Related Injuries, Illnesses Take Toll on the Till
Costs related to occupational health reach $250 billion annually, researcher says

January 20, 2012: British Troops Have Lower Rate of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Study looked at prevalence among U.S., U.K. military personnel in Iraq, Afghanistan

January 19, 2012: Antidepressants Might Raise Fall Risk in Nursing Homes
Residents with dementia taking so-called SSRIs seem to be at higher risk of injury, study suggests

January 17, 2012: Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging
People with osteoarthritis have increased cell deterioration nearest to damaged joint, study finds

January 17, 2012: Younger Adults on Multiple Meds at Risk for Falls: Study
Injury risk was doubled compared to those with fewer prescriptions

January 17, 2012: Injuries to Pedestrians Wearing Headphones Tripled Since 2004
Unaware of surroundings, they're hit by cars, even trains, report says

January 16, 2012: Brain Structure Adapts to Arm Injury, Study Says
Finding could influence post-stroke rehabilitation

January 04, 2012: 'Safety-First' Playgrounds Linked to Bored, Inactive Kids: Study
Review of daycares suggests many preschoolers play less now, but safety experts support newer equipment

December 20, 2011: Maggots Quickly Clean Up Wounds, Study Shows
Use of bagged fly larvae can be effective for standard lesions, but only within first week

December 16, 2011: Study Looks at Stroke Risks in Teen Football Players
Possible factors include obesity and anabolic-steroid use, researchers say

December 15, 2011: Toy Safety Tips Help Protect Kids
Experts offer precautions for parents and gift-givers alike

December 14, 2011: Millions of Americans Are Victims of Sexual Violence: CDC
Rape, stalking, physical violence widespread in the U.S., report finds

December 14, 2011: Walking While Drunk Can Lead to Deadly Accidents: Expert
Many pedestrians struck and killed by cars have been drinking

December 14, 2011: Injuries Linked to Holiday Decorating on the Rise
Fires from candles, frayed electric light wires can prove deadly, experts warn

December 13, 2011: U.S. Safety Board Urges Nationwide Ban on Drivers' Use of Cellphones
Recent texting-linked tragedy in Missouri points to the need for national approach, board says

December 09, 2011: Burn-Casualty Soldiers at High Risk for Kidney Injury, Study Finds
Condition can be deadly for U.S. troops evacuated from Iraq, Afghanistan

December 08, 2011: Few With Acute Kidney Injury See Specialists, Study Finds
Researchers urge greater efforts to identify and treat these patients

December 08, 2011: Taxi Drivers Show How Learning Changes Adult Brain
New study suggests brain is adaptable, learning is lifelong

December 05, 2011: Girls More Prone Than Boys to Headaches After Head Injury
They can last for months but in most cases will disappear, study finds

December 02, 2011: Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats
Even overweight children safer when using the correct seat for their height and weight, study finds

November 29, 2011: Could Soccer 'Headers' Cause Brain Injury?
MRI study suggests repetitive hits might be harmful, but more research needed

November 26, 2011: One-Third of Firefighter Injuries Are Exercise-Induced: Study
Sprains and strains most common injuries on the job

November 21, 2011: Acupuncture Safe for Children, Review Finds
Serious side effects generally related to less well-trained practitioners

November 17, 2011: Routine Head Hits in Sports May Injure Brain, Experts Warn
Scans of young athletes reveal concussion-like damage from repeated mild blows

November 17, 2011: One in 12 Teens Engages in Self-Harm: Report
Practice often disappears by adulthood, but can be a predictor of suicide

November 11, 2011: Former Football Players' Brains May Benefit From Healthy Lifestyle
Better diet, more exercise might delay cognitive decline linked to head trauma, study says

November 09, 2011: Doctors Might Miss Some Cases of Child Abuse
Primary care providers failed to note some suspicious injuries, study found

November 04, 2011: Newer Not Necessarily Better for Football Helmet Design
Comparison of old 'leatherhead' and modern polycarbonate helmets shows updates still needed

November 04, 2011: Earthquakes Put Millions of Lives, Major Cities at Risk
One of three victims will die from their injuries in massive temblors, researchers estimate

October 31, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 31, 2011: Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
List includes what to wear, trick-or-treating pointers, food and drinks to avoid

October 29, 2011: Experts Offer 'Lucky 13' Tips for Safe and Healthy Halloween
List includes what to wear, trick-or-treating pointers, food and drinks to avoid

October 28, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 27, 2011: Children With Head Injuries Can Face Lifetime of Problems
Study documents persistent skill deficits two years after moderate or severe trauma

October 20, 2011: Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study
Their smaller size, preferred seating posture may make them more vulnerable

October 12, 2011: Survival Less Likely for Black Victims of Assault, Study Finds
Racial disparities seen in death rates for trauma center patients with gun, knife, blunt injuries

October 09, 2011: Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
Children at 4 times the risk of being hit by a car on Oct. 31 than any other night, experts warn

October 06, 2011: Swimming Pool Chemicals Cause Thousands of Injuries: CDC
Agency offers recommendations to cut down on risks

October 05, 2011: More Americans Face Longers Trips to ER
Closures affect disproportionate numbers of minorities, the poor, uninsured, study says

September 27, 2011: Health Tip: Inspect Your Child's Playground
Is it safe for play?

September 19, 2011: Recession Tied to Rise in Child Abuse Injuries
Incidence of 'shaken baby syndrome' and other head trauma almost doubled, study found

September 15, 2011: ADHD Doubles a Child's Risk of Injury: Study
Impulsive behaviors can lead kids to leap before they look, expert says