May 16, 2013: Many Public Pools Contaminated With Human Waste: CDC
Agency offers clear advice to help you avoid infections

May 14, 2013: Even Low Levels of Lead Hamper Kindergartners' Reading Skills: Study
Some experts say no level of exposure is safe, push for zero tolerance from CDC

May 09, 2013: Swimming Pools May Pose Hazard for People With Heart Devices
Electricity from pools' lighting systems might interfere with implanted defibrillators, case studies show

May 06, 2013: More Than 4 in 10 U.S. Teens Text While Driving: Survey
State laws banning behavior don't seem to help much, researchers find

May 02, 2013: Only 1 in 5 Americans Gets Enough Exercise: CDC
Picture brighter for aerobic exercise than for muscle-strengthening, report finds

May 02, 2013: Lipsticks, Glosses Contain Toxic Metals: Report
Children should not play with these products, researcher says

April 29, 2013: New Guidelines Suggest HIV Screening for All Adults
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force says effectiveness of newer treatments, especially if given early, prompted change

April 28, 2013: Second Man Arrested in Tainted Letter Case, Officials Report
First man appears to have been framed by the latest suspect for sending ricin-laced letters to Obama and others

April 26, 2013: Could Facebook Assist Public Health Efforts to Track Obesity?
Study tied users' online interests in U.S. regions to obesity rates

April 25, 2013: No Evidence That New Bird Flu Passes Between People: Study
But researchers cautioned that genetic makeup of the H7N9 virus is changing to adapt it for mammal infection

April 24, 2013: Many Who Got Thyroid Cancer After Chernobyl Still Alive: Study
Finding gives hope to those exposed to radiation in other nuclear disasters, researchers say

April 24, 2013: Many Americans Breathing Cleaner Air: Report
But some cities continue to have dangerously high levels of ozone and soot

April 23, 2013: Deadly Meningitis Cases Worry Gay Community
Outbreaks have killed men in New York, California, but officials now think cases on each coast unrelated

April 23, 2013: 'Misdiagnosis' Leading Cause of U.S. Malpractice Payouts: Study
Diagnosis-related claims -- not surgical or medication errors -- are the most costly of all, researcher says

April 19, 2013: Minorities Less Prone to Think They'll Get Cancer: Study
But researchers say attitudes might not match actual risk

April 18, 2013: Treatment for New, Deadly Coronavirus Shows Promise
Researchers report two drugs currently used to treat hepatitis C stopped virus from replicating in lab tests

April 18, 2013: As Pedestrian's Age Rises, So Does Odds of Dying in Traffic Accident
CDC report finds that people aged 75 or older face double the risk compared to younger

April 18, 2013: Man Arrested in Tainted Letter Case, Officials Report
Follow-up test needed to confirm ricin was in mail sent to President Obama, Republican senator, officials say

April 17, 2013: Prepared for Trauma, Overwhelmed by Carnage
Hospitals' practice drills provide blueprint, but rapid response to Boston Marathon bombings shows how they really work

April 17, 2013: FDA Approves 'Abuse-Deterrent' Label for New Oxycontin
Latest formulation is tougher to crush and dissolve, making illicit use more difficult

April 16, 2013: Boston Bombing Injuries 'Like a War Zone'
3 dead, more than 170 injured by explosions near Boston Marathon finish line

April 15, 2013: 3 Dead, Many More Injured in Boston Bomb Blasts
Authorities searching for suspects, motive behind attack at finish line of Boston Marathon

April 15, 2013: FDA Warns Against Sale of Sports Supplements in U.S.
Dangerous stimulant DMAA is sold under variety of ingredient names, agency says

April 10, 2013: Antibiotic Prescribing Rates Vary by Region: Report
It may be contributing to growing problem of drug-resistant bacteria, researcher says

April 09, 2013: New Bird Flu No Immediate Threat: U.S. Experts
There's been no clear evidence of human-to-human transmission in Chinese outbreak

April 04, 2013: Despite Big Progress, Many Kids Have High Lead Levels in Blood
Mineral has been linked to learning and behavioral problems, CDC says

April 04, 2013: Fewer U.S. Teens Dying in Teen-Driver Crashes
Risky rider behavior and passenger fatalities have lessened, but texting and speeding remain deadly habits, report says

April 03, 2013: Monkey Research Gives Insights Into New SARS-Like Virus
Coronavirus strain has so far infected 17, killed 11 worldwide

March 28, 2013: CDC Launches New Graphic Antismoking Ads
Emotional ads put a face to devastating effects from both smoking and secondhand smoke

March 22, 2013: Flu Season Continues to Wind Down
38 states reported minimal activity last week, CDC says

March 21, 2013: They're Cute, But Chicks Carry Salmonella Dangers
Major 2012 outbreak was linked to mail-order chicks, ducklings, CDC says

March 18, 2013: Health Tip: Practice Winter Sports Safety
Protect kids from injuries

March 14, 2013: Homegrown Strain of Dengue Fever Virus Pinpointed in Florida
Some 2009-2010 cases originated in Key West mosquitoes, not from travelers, CDC says

March 14, 2013: Health Tip: Broil Fish for a Healthy Dinner
Follow these cooking guidelines

March 13, 2013: Scientists Report Clues to Flu Shot's Effectiveness
When people fail to make enough white blood cells the vaccine is less protective, study finds

March 12, 2013: Health Tip: Childproof the Laundry Area
Make sure kids don't have access to potential dangers

March 08, 2013: Flu Infections Continue to Decline
33 states experienced minimal activity last week, CDC says

March 08, 2013: Health Tip: Teach Kids In-Line Skating Safety
Protect them against injury

March 07, 2013: Health Tip: Get Ready for Weather-Related Emergencies
Create a supply kit

March 06, 2013: Do More Gun Laws Mean Fewer Gun Deaths?
Study says that seems to be the case, but at least one expert calls the research flawed

March 06, 2013: Steer Clear of 'Miracle Cures,' Other Bogus Health Products: FDA
Some can cause serious harm, agency warns

March 05, 2013: 'Nightmare' Bacteria Spreading in U.S. Hospitals, Nursing Homes: CDC
Half of those infected die from this antibiotic-resistant bacteria

March 04, 2013: Is Too Much E-Communication Swamping Doctors?
In survey of VA primary care docs, 30 percent said they'd missed patient test results

March 04, 2013: Health Tip: Cook Eggs the Right Way
To prevent food-related illness

March 01, 2013: Tattoos Can Pose Health Hazards, Doctor Warns
Industrial inks, poor skin placement may lead to variety of problems

February 28, 2013: One in Five U.S. Smokers Has Tried an 'E-Cigarette'
CDC says public health effect of device remains to be seen

February 27, 2013: Countries With More Sugar in Food Supply Have More Diabetes
Global study strengthens tie between sweeteners and type 2 disease, experts say

February 27, 2013: Foods Might Serve Up High Levels of Chemicals Found in Plastics
Manufacturing process might introduce hormone-disrupting chemicals into dairy products, spices, researcher says

February 25, 2013: Primary Care Doctors Can Make the Wrong Call
Study finds missed diagnoses happen with many common conditions; often traced to communication breakdowns

February 25, 2013: Without Laws, Many Tanning Salons Would Allow Kids: Study
Missouri survey found operators often misrepresent indoor tanning as safe, even healthy