Important health topics being covered by reliable news sources:
Trendy liquid nitrogen ‘Dragon Breath’ dessert hospitalizes 14-year-old girl – Fox News 10/31/17
7 things that might be causing your infertility – Fox News 10/31/17
Pain drugs in pregnancy tied to ADHD – Fox News 10/31/17
Don’t accidentally overdose on black licorice this Halloween, the FDA warns – CNN 10/31/17
FDA moves to revoke soy health claim – CNN 10/31/17
No surgery for smokers or the obese: Policy in UK stirs debate – CNN 10/31/17
Fisher-Price infant motion seat, PlanToys Baby Gym recalled – CNN 10/31/17
We love our Reese’s peanut butter cups. But candy corn — not so much. – Miami Herald 10/31/17
New device gives women a more comfortable mammogram – Miami Herald 10/31/17
Are you using the wrong skin cleanser? Here’s how to pick the right product. – Miami Herald 10/31/17
Going abroad? Tips on preventing Montezuma’s revenge and other travel ailments – Miami Herald 10/31/17
Months after childbirth, woman’s vaginal bleeding leads to rare diagnosis – Chicago Tribune 10/31/17
60 is the new 40: Cosmetic procedures for boomers and beyond are on the rise – Chicago Tribune 10/31/17
As Open Enrollment for Obamacare Begins, Confusion Reigns – The New York Times 10/31/17
Heartburn Drugs Tied to Stomach Cancer Risk – The New York Times 10/31/17
Let’s Hear It for Those With Low Libidos – The New York Times 10/31/17
Why cooks (and bakers) should give ghee a try – The Washington Post 10/31/17
Everything you need to know about breast cysts – Fox News 10/30/17
How bedbugs could be the culprit for anemia – Fox News 10/30/17
Recurrent concussions are down in high school sports – Fox News 10/30/17
Myths about baby sleep and SIDS, debunked by an expert – CNN 10/30/17
2,100 cities exceed recommended pollution levels, fueling climate change – CNN 10/30/17
Drugmaker set to profit from an opioid it said was unsafe – CNN 10/30/17
How #MeToo could move from social campaign to social change – CNN 10/30/17
Study links acetaminophen in pregnancy to ADHD, but experts question results – CNN 10/30/17
‘Detox’ from overly processed foods: Why and how to cut back – CNN 10/30/17
The 9 worst things you can do to your teeth – Los Angeles Times 10/30/17
What you need to know about the new shingles vaccine – Chicago Tribune 10/30/17
Fertility tests may not be best gauge of biological clock – Chicago Tribune 10/30/17
Managing the Storm of a Toddler’s Tantrum – The New York Times 10/30/17
Opioids on the Quad – The New York Times 10/30/17
New therapy ‘rewires’ the brain to fight depression – Fox News 10/27/17
Opioid crisis: Sellers tout prescription drugs on social media – Fox News 10/27/17
Sugar and cancer: Is there a link? – CNN 10/27/17
‘This is skid row’: What two current heroin addicts want you to know – CNN 10/27/17
Emergency declaration is key to curbing opioid epidemic, experts say – CNN 10/27/17
Watchdog group blasts study that suggests 80 percent of baby formula contains arsenic – Miami Herald 10/27/17
If a woman freezes her eggs, will her future babies be healthy? – Chicago Tribune 10/27/17
Marijuana users have more sex, study finds – Chicago Tribune 10/27/17
Experts concerned that HIV, AIDS may be poised for a comeback – Chicago Tribune 10/27/17
Diabetes detection dog knows when emergencies lurk: ‘His nose is always working’ – Chicago Tribune 10/27/17
The Governor Blocked Medicaid Expansion. Now Maine Voters Could Overrule Him. – The New York Times 10/27/17
One Last Question Before the Operation: Just How Frail Are You? – The New York Times 10/27/17
When the Make-Believe World Is All Too Real – The New York Times 10/27/17
Should I Get Revaccinated as an Adult? – The New York Times 10/27/17
The Opioid Epidemic: A Crisis Years in the Making – The New York Times 10/27/17
The emergency declaration was a start. Here’s how else Trump plans to combat the opioid epidemic – Fox News 10/26/17
5 early signs of lung cancer you shouldn’t ignore – Fox News 10/26/17
Study finds arsenic, BPA and lead in baby food products – Fox News 10/26/17
Walgreens to begin stocking Narcan in pharmacies nationwide – Fox News 10/26/17
First test of anti-epilepsy surgeries in children shows dramatic benefit – Fox News 10/26/17
FDA approves intravenous version of Tesaro drug for chemotherapy nausea – Fox News 10/26/17
High cholesterol levels among US adults declining, CDC reports – Fox News 10/26/17
Equipping more kids for on-the-field success – CNN 10/26/17
Medical errors cost the country billions. Does the hospital or patient pay? – Chicago Tribune 10/26/17
‘Fat but Fit’? The Controversy Continues – The New York Times 10/26/17
Underweight Women at Risk of Early Menopause – The New York Times 10/26/17
The Facts on America’s Opioid Epidemic – The New York Times 10/26/17
Why Doing Good Is Good for the Do-Gooder – The New York Times 10/26/17
Female Genital Mutilation is not a ‘nick’ – Don’t let spin hide brutal reality as Michigan trial starts – Fox News 10/25/17
Alzheimer’s disease warning signs and prevention – Fox News 10/25/17
Judge allows parents to force-feed anorexic daughter – Fox News 10/25/17
Are intestinal parasites on the rise? These types might be – Fox News 10/25/17
Pesticides: How ’bout washing them apples? – CNN 10/25/17
How to handle your child’s Halloween candy sugar rush – Miami Herald 10/25/17
I survived cancer. So why was I so sad? – Chicago Tribune 10/25/17
How to replace pizza night with family fitness dates – Chicago Tribune 10/25/17
How to keep your teen driver focused on the road – Chicago Tribune 10/25/17
5 bite-size health tips for all that Halloween candy – Chicago Tribune 10/25/17
C.D.C. Panel Recommends a New Shingles Vaccine – The New York Times 10/25/17
The Battle of Brains vs. Brawn – The New York Times 10/25/17
Mindfulness for Children – The New York Times 10/25/17
Md. pot companies cleared, get licenses after probe of possible conflicts of interest – The Washington Post 10/25/17
Woman who ‘sweats blood’ a medical mystery for doctors – Fox News 10/24/17
CDC: America’s obesity epidemic is helping cancer make a comeback – Fox News 10/24/17
We must start now to provide mental-health care for our young caregivers – Miami Herald 10/24/17
Drop the phone: Tips for safe, smart texting – Chicago Tribune 10/24/17
Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: How to choose – Chicago Tribune 10/24/17
Teal pumpkins signal allergy-friendly treats on Halloween – Chicago Tribune 10/24/17
Arsenic Reductions in Drinking Water Tied to Fewer Cancer Deaths – The New York Times 10/24/17
The Symptoms of Protracted Dying – The New York Times 10/24/17
The Rules of the Doctor’s Heart – The New York Times 10/24/17
A healthier Halloween for kids, without cutting out candy? Yes, really. – The Washington Post 10/24/17
Opioid painkillers are killing thousands of Americans — there are alternatives – Fox News 10/23/17
Woman’s ‘missing’ IUD turns up in her bladder – Fox News 10/23/17
Listeria triggers major recall of veggies across US and Canada – CNN 10/23/17
Breast cancer genetics revealed: 72 new mutations discovered in global study – CNN 10/23/17
Why Type A people often struggle with weight loss programs – CNN 10/23/17
Families of young people with autism struggle with mental health needs – CNN 10/23/17
These four foods can help control your weight, boost your brain and protect your heart. – Miami Herald 10/23/17
He’s 60, has arthritis and wondering whether he should undergo a hip replacement – Miami Herald 10/23/17
Could a nose job make my breathing worse? – Miami Herald 10/23/17
Why do some doctors refuse to give women IUDs? – Chicago Tribune 10/23/17
10 things I wish I’d known about my breast cancer – Chicago Tribune 10/23/17
Donor eggs, sperm banks and the quest for ‘good’ genes – Chicago Tribune 10/23/17
Black children may suffer more severe eczema, but are less likely to receive treatment, study shows – Chicago Tribune 10/23/17
Stricter Gun Laws Tied to Fewer Firearm Injuries After Gun Shows – The New York Times 10/23/17
To Mend a Birth Defect, Surgeons Operate on the Patient Within the Patient – The New York Times 10/23/17
The Cookie Crumbles: A Retracted Study Points to a Larger Truth – The New York Times 10/23/17
Buckle Up a Helmet to Save a Life – The New York Times 10/23/17
Pediatricians’ New Germ-Control Advice: Bring Your Own Toys – The New York Times 10/23/17
Exercise should be fun — you already have more than enough work to do – Fox News 10/21/17
Why Has the E.P.A. Shifted on Toxic Chemicals? An Industry Insider Helps Call the Shots – The New York Times 10/21/17
Surprisingly simple way boost your flu shot’s effectiveness – Fox News 10/20/17
Backyard chicken coop trend linked to spike in salmonella cases – Fox News 10/20/17
Toxic tensions in the heart of ‘Cancer Alley’ – CNN 10/20/17
More phthalates banned in children’s toys by US government – CNN 10/20/17
Can you teach a cell new tricks? Diabetes research aims to do just that. – Chicago Tribune 10/20/17
Long-term disability insurance gets little attention but can pay off big time – Chicago Tribune 10/20/17
U.S. abortion rate falls 25 percent, but procedure is still common – Chicago Tribune 10/20/17
Neglecting iron can lead to low energy – Chicago Tribune 10/20/17
During Labor, Lie Down – The New York Times 10/20/17
Why Are Hearing Aids So Expensive? – The New York Times 10/20/17
New Study Casts Doubt on Diagnosis of Adult-Onset A.D.H.D. – The New York Times 10/20/17
Once-a-month shot for opioid addiction works as well as daily medication, study finds – Fox News 10/19/17
Man’s artificial hip infected with ‘rabbit fever’ – Fox News 10/19/17
Brain may know your dead after you die, study suggests – Fox News 10/19/17
Kids under 9 spend more than 2 hours a day on screens, report shows – CNN 10/19/17
Can’t hear? Try a game – CNN 10/19/17
Who’s most at risk of head injury in youth football? – Chicago Tribune 10/19/17
Everybody is exhausted: Stress and social media are taking their toll – Chicago Tribune 10/19/17
A woman’s dog died, and doctors say her heart literally broke – Chicago Tribune 10/19/17
Women Are More Likely to Address High Blood Pressure – The New York Times 10/19/17
Ebola’s Legacy: Children With Cataracts – The New York Times 10/19/17
Cancer linked to breast implants is on the rise – Fox News 10/18/17
Managing diverticulitis with diet – Fox News 10/18/17
Washington state judge rules in favor of supervised injection sites – Fox News 10/18/17
What the future holds for fitness technology – CNN 10/18/17
Diabetes pill might replace injection to control blood sugar – Chicago Tribune 10/18/17
What can be done about hot flashes? – Chicago Tribune 10/18/17
F.D.A. Approves Second Gene-Altering Treatment for Cancer – The New York Times 10/18/17
Lack of Sleep Tied to Diabetes in Pregnancy – The New York Times 10/18/17
Concussions in Teenagers Tied to Multiple Sclerosis Risk – The New York Times 10/18/17
A dietitian’s four favorite foods that are high in good fats – The Washington Post 10/18/17
After losing a son to opioids, one dentist is fighting to change how his profession deals with addiction – Fox News 10/17/17
Prescription opioid abuse rising in UK – Fox News 10/17/17
Breast cancer survivors share what surprised them most about their diagnosis – Fox News 10/17/17
How ‘Sesame Street’ can help children cope with traumatic experiences – CNN 10/17/17
Nutrition expert can help save your life – Miami Herald 10/17/17
2 Senators Strike Deal on Health Subsidies That Trump Cut Off – The New York Times 10/17/17
A Diabetes Monitor That Spares the Fingers – The New York Times 10/17/17
Can Fathers Have Postpartum Depression? – The New York Times 10/17/17
The many reasons you need iron in your diet – The Washington Post 10/17/17
Why Americans with MS are going to Russia for treatment – Fox News 10/16/17
Doctor’s research could buy time for snake bite victims – Fox News 10/16/17
Fentanyl, synthetic opioids claim top spot for US overdose deaths – Fox News 10/16/17
‘Magic mushrooms’ might ease depression symptoms – Fox News 10/16/17
Here are ways to help your children after they witness traumatic events – Miami Herald 10/16/17
The footstool: A simple step to help relieve constipation – Chicago Tribune 10/16/17
7 Million American Men Carry Cancer-Causing HPV – The New York Times 10/16/17
Raising Concerns About a Widely Used Test to Measure Fertility – The New York Times 10/16/17
How a Healthy Economy Can Shorten Life Spans – The New York Times 10/16/17
Choosing the Best Moisturizer for Your Skin – The New York Times 10/16/17
Horse therapy program for veterans with PTSD needs donations – Fox News 10/13/17
Energy drinks: What are the health risks? – Fox News 10/13/17
In Early Results, Shorter Treatment for Tuberculosis Proves Effective – The New York Times 10/13/17
The Benefits (and the Catch) of Health Savings Accounts – The New York Times 10/13/17
Things Boys Could Learn at Girl Scouts – The New York Times 10/13/17
Wringing Cash From Life Insurance – The New York Times 10/13/17
How Do People Die From Diabetes? – The New York Times 10/13/17
Sorry, pumpkin spice latte. You’re not the only way to indulge this holiday season – Los Angeles Times 10/12/17
Trump to Scrap Critical Health Care Subsidies, Hitting Obamacare Again – The New York Times 10/12/17
Cancer Humor – The New York Times 10/12/17
A Condom-Maker’s Discovery: Size Matters – The New York Times 10/12/17
Why I Almost Fired My Doctor – The New York Times 10/12/17
Child and teen obesity rates soar globally, WHO reports – Fox News 10/11/17
Should you get genetic testing for the breast cancer gene? – Fox News 10/11/17
Many ex-opioid addicts credit ‘ibogaine’ with cure, but it’s illegal in US – Fox News 10/11/17
Foiled in Congress, Trump Moves on His Own to Undermine Obamacare – The New York Times 10/11/17
What Half-Marathons Teach Us About Running a Marathon – The New York Times 10/11/17
High Blood Pressure in Midlife Tied to Later Dementia – The New York Times 10/11/17
Why Are More American Teenagers Than Ever Suffering From Severe Anxiety? – The New York Times 10/11/17
Cold Carriers, You’ve Been Busted – The New York Times 10/11/17
Got 10 minutes? You can do this workout. – The Washington Post 10/11/17
How a generation of young athletes became addicted to heroin – Fox News 10/10/17
Doubtful Science Behind Arguments to Restrict Birth Control Access – The New York Times 10/10/17
Epidurals Do Not Prolong Labor – The New York Times 10/10/17
Confused by the many yogurt options? We can help you sort them out. – The Washington Post 10/10/17
New drug to protect infants from whooping cough shows promise – Fox News 10/9/17
Men’s and women’s brains react differently when helping others, study says – CNN 10/9/17
The Latest on Lice – The New York Times 10/9/17
New Blood Pressure Guidelines for Children – The New York Times 10/9/17
Can the U.S. Repair Its Health Care While Keeping Its Innovation Edge? – The New York Times 10/9/17
Can nose surgery keep me from breathing right? – Miami Herald 10/8/17
Banned ingredients in these weight-loss pills could raise blood pressure — and worse – Miami Herald 10/8/17
Male sexual boost pills recalled for containing same ingredients as Viagra and Cialis – Miami Herald 10/7/17
As Cancer Tears Through Africa, Drug Makers Draw Up a Battle Plan – The New York Times 10/7/17
The dangers of using ‘home remedies’ for serious illnesses – Fox News 10/6/17
Are any weight loss supplements considered safe? – Fox News 10/6/17
Beyond just birth control: Rollback leaves some women fearful – CNN 10/6/17
Fighting fatigue? Here are 6 easys ways to recharge your personal batteries – Los Angeles Times 10/6/17
Out-of-pocket costs often keep pricey new cholesterol drugs out of reach, study finds – Miami Herald 10/6/17
A bump after shoulder injury can mean you tore your ligaments, which can be serious – Miami Herald 10/6/17
About 40 critical medicines may run short due to Puerto Rico’s power outage, FDA says – Miami Herald 10/6/17
Go ahead an order another slice of cheesecake – Chicago Tribune 10/6/17
Researchers Predict a Quarter-Million New Cases of Breast Cancer in the U.S. – The New York Times 10/6/17
Trump Administration Rolls Back Birth Control Mandate – The New York Times 10/6/17
Is There Any Reason Not to Get a Flu Shot? – The New York Times 10/6/17
Why America Needs Foreign Medical Graduates – The New York Times 10/6/17
The Never-Ending Battle Against Sport’s Hidden Foe – The New York Times 10/6/17
Do you have liver damage? – Fox News 10/5/17
Zika vaccine shows promise in early human trial – Fox News 10/5/17
Cigna to stop covering most OxyContin prescriptions – CNN 10/5/17
Ah! My kid is having a tantrum, and I want to scream – CNN 10/5/17
The health benefits of eating seasonal — and 10 ways to start – Chicago Tribune 10/5/17
Blood thinners can come with dangerous side effects – Chicago Tribune 10/5/17
How to Stop Bleeding and Save a Life – The New York Times 10/5/17
In a First, Gene Therapy Halts a Fatal Brain Disease – The New York Times 10/5/17
Price Matters, in Patients’ Minds – The New York Times 10/5/17
The totally unsexy path to healthy eating (and why we’re not following it) – The Washington Post 10/5/17
CDC: 40 percent of cancers linked to obesity, overweight – Fox News 10/4/17
Some US women travel hundreds of miles for abortions, analysis findsreds of miles for abortions, analysis finds – CNN 10/4/17
How a ‘madman’ hopes to spark conversations about mental illness – CNN 10/4/17
Las Vegas concert shooting puts many at risk for PTSD – Chicago Tribune 10/4/17
ACLU sues over FDA limits on abortion pill access – Chicago Tribune 10/4/17
Bill to Rescue Children’s Health Program Hits Snag in House – The New York Times 10/4/17
10 ways to prepare for a fall full of healthy eating – The Washington Post 10/4/17
A mother refused to follow a court order to vaccinate her son. Now she’s going to jail. – The Washington Post 10/4/17
Doctors thought a woman had cancer — but it was just a reaction to an old tattoo – The Washington Post 10/4/17
Sleep positioner pillows could cause babies to suffocate, FDA warns – Fox News 10/3/17
Migraines to cluster headaches: The most painful headaches you could ever have – CNN 10/3/17
Outdoor playtime might help kids’ eyesight – CNN 10/3/17
Breast cancer death rate drops almost 40 percent, saving 322,000 lives, study says – Chicago Tribune 10/3/17
Failure to vaccinate is likely driver of U.S. measles outbreaks, report says – Chicago Tribune 10/3/17
I’m dying of brain cancer. I prepared to end my life. Then I kept living. – Chicago Tribune 10/3/17
Brain surgery for Parkinson’s changed my life, but now my symptoms are back – Chicago Tribune 10/3/17
Home remedies: relief from hemorrhoids – Chicago Tribune 10/3/17
With Affordable Care Act’s Future Cloudy, Costs for Many Seem Sure to Soar – The New York Times 10/3/17
Saunas May Be Good for Blood Pressure – The New York Times 10/3/17
Personal Genetic Testing Is Here. Do We Need It? – The New York Times 10/3/17
Poor Sense of Smell May Signal Impending Dementia – The New York Times 10/3/17
Should you use protein powders? It’s complicated. – The Washington Post 10/3/17
How to teach children about gender equality – CNN 10/2/17
This early human ancestor is to blame for genital herpes – CNN 10/2/17
Ditch the headlines telling you what to eat, not to eat. Here’s how to live healthier. – Miami Herald 10/2/17
Stressed out by Irma and its aftermath? That can have a big impact on your skin – Miami Herald 10/2/17
After eyeball tattoo, model is partially blind, in ‘excruciating’ pain – Chicago Tribune 10/2/17
Study questions placenta eating, citing potential harm – Chicago Tribune 10/2/17
Managing Head Trauma in Children – The New York Times 10/2/17
The Global Siren Call of Fast Food – The New York Times 10/2/17
Replacing Faulty Heart Devices Costs Medicare $1.5 Billion in 10 Years – The New York Times 10/2/17
Good Vegan, Bad Vegan – The New York Times 10/2/17