May 20, 2013: Living Near Major Roadways in Pregnancy Tied to Respiratory Woes in Children
Infants may have higher risk for conditions like pneumonia, study found

May 20, 2013: Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective
But it was phased out because of side effects; newer version works, study notes

May 16, 2013: Infections From Tainted Spine Injections Continue to Baffle Investigators
Michigan hit hardest; experts can't rule out new, localized infections

May 16, 2013: H1N1 Flu Virus Detected in Seals Off California Coast
Influenza viruses can move among species, researchers say

May 14, 2013: CDC Guidelines Could Cut Bloodstream Infections From Dialysis
Since 1993, hospitalization rates have increased 51 percent for these patients, researchers say

May 10, 2013: Vaccine to Fight Heroin Addiction Shows Promise in Rats
Also doesn't interfere with opioid treatments for addicts, researchers say

May 08, 2013: Study Sees Link Between Mom's Flu, Bipolar Risk for Children
But the risk is small and the connection hasn't been proven, researchers say

May 08, 2013: Immune Cell Discovery May One Day Lead to Herpes Vaccine: Study
Understanding specialized cells could be key to preventing genital herpes, researchers say

May 06, 2013: Flu Vaccine Safe for Kids With Crohn's, Colitis: Study
It may even reduce their bowel symptoms, researchers say

April 30, 2013: Girls May Need Fewer Gardasil Shots, Study Suggests
Preteens appear to get same protection with two doses of HPV vaccine as young women who get three

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 23, 2013: Childhood Meningitis Tied to Reduced Education, Employment Prospects
Danish study found some were less likely to be financially self-sufficient as adults

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: Many Parents Give Kids Cold Medicines When They Shouldn't, Survey Finds
They often miss fine print on the label warning against use in children younger than 4 years old

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 22, 2013: Kids More Likely to Pick Up Warts at Home, Not Public Spaces
Study found close contact with relatives, friends who had warts was greatest risk factor

April 19, 2013: HPV Vaccination Sends Genital Wart Cases Plummeting: Study
Australian effort saw nationwide rates drop up to 93 percent in girls, young women

April 16, 2013: Study May Explain How Circumcision Reduces HIV Risk
The procedure reduces bacteria, affecting how body fights AIDS virus, researcher says

April 15, 2013: Parents Who Veto Vaccinations Often Seek Like-Minded Opinions
Study suggests friends, family may be important sources of advice

April 11, 2013: Strides Made in Preventing Cancer, But Challenges Remain: Report
American Cancer Society looked at smoking, obesity, disease screening, tanning and more

April 11, 2013: Teen's Death From Chickenpox Highlights Need for Vaccination, CDC Reports
Prior inoculation probably would have protected her, experts say

April 10, 2013: Study Hints of Links Between HPV and Lung Cancer
Certain strains of the cervical cancer virus found in tumors from nonsmokers

April 09, 2013: Few U.S. Seniors Take Advantage of Shingles Vaccine
Large study found shot effective but only 4 percent of older adults receive it

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 08, 2013: Doctors Too Pap-Happy, Survey Suggests
Cervical cancer screenings recommended more often than needed, researchers find

April 08, 2013: Experimental Vaccine Shows Promise for Ovarian Cancer
Researchers say one patient in long-term remission after novel treatment

April 04, 2013: Chronic Pain Often Follows Stroke
Study found the pain is also related to greater disability

April 03, 2013: Combo Therapy Helps Knock Out Fungal Meningitis
Study found 2-drug treatment reduced death risk from cryptococcal meningitis by 40 percent

April 02, 2013: Experimental Staph Vaccine Fails to Work, Study Finds
People who received it had similar infection rate, higher risk of staph-related death than others

April 02, 2013: Tonsillectomy Might Be Worth It for Some Adults
Finnish study found fewer sore throats after surgery, less time lost from work or school

April 02, 2013: Chickenpox Shot Provides Long-Term Protection, Study Finds
Effectiveness did not wane over 14 years

March 29, 2013: Another Study Sees No Vaccine-Autism Link
Experts say finding should reassure parents of young children

March 28, 2013: Rubella in Pregnancy Rare in U.S., But Can Be Devastating for Baby
'German measles' caused serious birth defects in 3 cases in 3 states in 2012, health officials say

March 27, 2013: Genes and Early Wheezing Tied to Childhood Asthma Risk
Common cold symptom increased odds for asthma in study

March 22, 2013: Pneumonia May Lead to Serious Aftereffects for Seniors
Study of patients hospitalized for condition found higher risk of mental decline, disability

March 22, 2013: Steady Rise in Heart Valve Infections Noted in U.S.
Many develop in health care facilities, researcher says

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

March 22, 2013: Antibiotic Linked to Heart Problems in COPD Patients
Study looked at clarithromycin use for lung conditions, but didn't prove cause-and-effect

March 20, 2013: Measles Can Spread Further Than Thought on Airplanes: Study
Current tracking system needs to take this into account, use other strategies, researchers say

March 18, 2013: Millions Got Free Preventive Care Due to Health Law, HHS Says
Agency estimates that 105 million received the benefit in 2011 and 2012

March 18, 2013: Parents' Worries About HPV Vaccine on the Rise: Study
Doctors puzzled by the growing safety concerns, because shot guards against virus that can cause cervical cancer

March 15, 2013: With Certain Strokes, Effects Can Persist a Decade Later
'Survivorship care plans' might help people cope with quality-of-life concerns, study suggests

March 15, 2013: Skies Not-So-Friendly for Passengers With Nut Allergies
But travelers can take steps to reduce their risk of allergic reaction, study suggests

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 13, 2013: Study Confirms Slight Rise in Paralysis Risk After Swine Flu Shot
Less than 2 'excess' cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome found per 1 million vaccinations

March 11, 2013: More Evidence Whooping Cough Protection Wanes
Vaccine still recommended, although it appears to weaken after fifth dose, study finds

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

March 07, 2013: New Pap Guidelines May Miss Aggressive Cancer in Young Women: Study
One cancer can cause problems in less than two years, but recommended screening is now every three years

March 06, 2013: Brain May Treat Wheelchair as Part of the Body
Study suggests that devices that aid the disabled become part of mind's eye

March 05, 2013: Report Details Steps to Boost Patient Safety
Leadership is needed for change to occur, experts say