February 10, 2012: H1N1 'Swine' Flu Makes a Comeback in Mexico
Health experts say Americans shouldn't be overly concerned

February 08, 2012: Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
New findings focus on whites but studies on other groups underway

February 02, 2012: Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Though three vaccines showed increases in coverage rates, coverage remains low for essential ones

February 01, 2012: Child Abuse, Neglect a Major Public Health Problem: CDC
Report found it costs U.S. $124 billion a year; overall price tag similar to diabetes, stroke

January 31, 2012: U.S. Advisers Explain Request to Censor Bird Flu Research
Published details of experiments could be used for harmful purposes, experts warn

January 30, 2012: Many Parents Skip Booster Seats When Carpooling
They don't bother with proper safety seats when their kids are in other people's cars, study finds

January 27, 2012: Students Report Playing Dangerous 'Choking Game'
One in seven at a Texas university tried it, survey finds

January 26, 2012: Gang Murders Taking Toll on Young Males, CDC Says
Most of these homicides involve guns, but criminal drug activity isn't often a factor

January 23, 2012: Abortion Safer for Women Than Childbirth, Study Claims
Risk of death, though small, is 14 times higher in full-term pregnancy

January 20, 2012: Scientists Agree to Delay Controversial Bird Flu Research
Fears that altered virus could escape from lab or be used by bioterrorists feeds debate

January 19, 2012: More Americans Practicing Safe Sex, CDC Reports
Finding could signal changes in behaviors linked to HIV, researchers say

January 18, 2012: Flu Season Off to Slow Start, So Far
Relatively few cases reported, experts say, but that doesn't mean a surge can't happen

January 17, 2012: Americans Aren't Getting Any Skinnier
But, the good news is the overall rate of obesity is stabilizing, researchers report

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: Children's Drowning Injuries, Deaths Decline: Study
Youngest children at risk in bathtubs, older boys at most risk from swimming

January 11, 2012: Outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease Traced to Hospital Fountain
Indoor decorative fountains should undergo periodic testing for bacteria, study says

January 10, 2012: One in Six Americans Binge Drink: CDC
Most are young adults, but those aged 65 and over drink most often, report shows

January 09, 2012: FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant
Small chance that prescription narcotic painkillers, over-the-counter meds were mingled together

January 05, 2012: Experts Endorse Lower Lead-Poisoning Threshold
Cutting the safe blood level of lead in children is long overdue, advocates say

January 05, 2012: Many Jails Got No Flu Shots During H1N1 Outbreak: CDC
Researchers want small correctional facilities included in vaccine program

January 04, 2012: FDA Curbs Use of Certain Antibiotics in Livestock, Poultry
Move stems from fears of drug-resistant bacteria that could pose threat to humans

December 30, 2011: PTSD, Respiratory Problems May Be Linked in 9/11 Responders
Study found connection was stronger in nontraditional responders than police

December 30, 2011: Tips to Keep Winter Sports Injury-Free
Slipping and sliding on skis and skates is fun, but can be hazardous, experts say

December 28, 2011: States Crack Down on Drunk Drivers This Holiday Season
New Year's Day is among the five deadliest days on U.S. roads, sobering research shows

December 20, 2011: Drug Overdoses Kill More Americans Than Car Accidents: CDC
Almost half of drug poisonings are now from abuse of prescription painkillers, researchers note

December 18, 2011: Christmas Trees and Trappings Can Fan Fire Risk
Expert offers tips to avoid getting burned this holiday season

December 17, 2011: Pediatricians Offer Tips to Avoid Holiday Hazards
Check this list from the American Academy of Pediatrics twice to make sure holiday is nice

December 16, 2011: Dengue Fever Cases Subside in Florida, But Threat Remains
Report finds no outbreak in Key West this year, but many residents may still be infected

December 14, 2011: Electronic Cigarette Makers Must Prove Safety of Products: Report
Institute of Medicine details testing that should be done to back any claims of reduced disease risk

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 12, 2011: Drug for Acute Respiratory Distress May Do More Harm Than Good: Study
Trial of salbutamol was discontinued after patients using it fared worse than those without it

December 06, 2011: Bed Bugs Can Bypass Pitfalls of Inbreeding, Studies Say
Finding means they can cause rapid infestation, may explain recent resurgence

December 06, 2011: If Parents Drink and Drive, Their Kids May Too: Study
Teens' risk for motoring under the influence rose with parents' bad example, researchers found

December 05, 2011: Study Sees Rice as Source of Arsenic Exposure
Finding is preliminary; poison expert downplays health risk

December 05, 2011: Health Officials Urge Americans: Get Your Flu Shot Now
Vaccine supplies are still ample, but could start to run short, CDC says

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

November 30, 2011: Most U.S. Drivers Engage in 'Distracting' Behaviors: Poll
Cellphone talk, texting, even applying makeup: Most know it's dangerous, but many do it anyway

November 30, 2011: New Hip Implants No Better Than Older Ones, Study Finds
Not enough data to tell which device is best, researchers say

November 18, 2011: FDA Revokes Approval of Avastin for Breast Cancer
Drug isn't safe or effective for women with metastatic disease, agency says

November 16, 2011: Health Tip: Why Antibiotic Resistance Is Serious
It can lead to life-threatening infections

November 14, 2011: More Teens Getting Vaccines Against HPV, Other Infections: CDC
Still a long way from full coverage, experts note

November 10, 2011: Most Smokers Want to Quit, CDC Report Finds
Drugs and counseling can double, triple odds of success, experts say

November 03, 2011: Too Many Meds May Be More Problem Than Cure
With people taking growing numbers of drugs, risks are multiplying, experts warn

November 03, 2011: Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 29
Another 139 people sickened in 28 states, CDC reports

October 31, 2011: Many Parents Skipping Kids' Shots, Putting Other Kids at Risk
In California study, 1 in 5 children at some schools intentionally unvaccinated, raising concerns

October 31, 2011: 'Hard Hats' Still Have High Rates of Injury, Illness: Report
Hazards faced by construction workers need to be reduced, expert says

October 26, 2011: Death Toll From Listeria Outbreak Hits 28
Another 133 people sickened in 26 states, CDC reports

October 24, 2011: BPA Exposure in Womb Linked to Behavioral Woes in Girls
Study found they were more likely to be anxious, hyperactive as toddlers