Hiker rescued from Mt. Washington may have to foot the bill
An 80-year-old hiker who was rescued trying to reach the summit of Mount Washington could end up footing the bill for the emergency services, New Hampshire officials said Tuesday, amid…
Marijuana use doubles in US pregnant women to 1 in 14
Pot use in pregnancy has doubled among U.S. women and is most common during the first trimester, government research shows. Overall, 7% of pregnant women, or 1 in 14, said…
Eleven U.S. cancer centers get to charge more for care
For several decades, certain cancer centers have been allowed by the U.S. government to charge more for the care they give. A new study finds the care given at these…
Genetics research gets help from social media
(Reuters Health) – Researchers have harnessed the power of social media to build a genetic database, according to a new report. The “Genes for Good” project, which turned to Facebook…
When elders leave hospital, falls are big reason they return
(Reuters Health) – Preventing falls among elderly patients who’ve just left the hospital is an important part of keeping them safe, a large U.S. study shows. When elderly patients are…
Common nerve pain drug linked to suicidal behavior, overdose
(Reuters Health) – A class of medications used for nerve and muscle pain, including the popular drug Lyrica, increases users’ risks for suicidal behavior, unintentional overdoses, injuries and car accidents…
Common nerve pain drug linked to suicidal behavior, overdose
(Reuters Health) – A class of medications used for nerve and muscle pain, including the popular drug Lyrica, increases users’ risks for suicidal behavior, unintentional overdoses, injuries and car accidents…
US border center scrutinized after teen found with preemie
A U.S. Border Patrol facility in Texas came under new scrutiny Saturday after a teenage mother was found there with a premature baby. Immigrant advocates expected the facility in the…
Mesh implants work for bladder leakage, long-term safety unclear
(Reuters Health) – Several different types of mesh implant surgery may be effective for treating bladder leaks, but the long-term safety and effectiveness of the procedures isn’t yet clear, a…
Father’s smoking during pregnancy tied to asthma in kids
(Reuters Health) – Children who are exposed to tobacco smoke from their fathers while they’re in the womb may be more likely than those who are not to develop asthma…