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Tuesday, August 5, 2008

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Tuesday, August 5, 2008

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TODAY'S HEALTH NEWS HEADLINES

Kids and Violent Movies: A Scary Trend
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzL0Ef
Why It Matters
Plenty of kids 10 to 14 have been watching violent movies despite
their R ratings, say researchers in a report published in Pediatrics.
What role should pediatricians play in reversing this trend?
Also See:
> WebMD's Children's Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzM0Eg
> Violent TV May Lead to Antisocial Kids
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzN0Eh

HIV Drug May Fight West Nile Virus
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzO0Ei
Why It Matters
Could a failed HIV drug help doctors treat this mosquito-borne
disease? See this promising report from Proceedings of the National
Academy of Sciences.
Also See:
> More on West Nile Virus
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzP0Ej
> Experimental Treatment for West Nile Infection
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzQ0Ek

Should Older Men Skip Screens for Prostate Cancer?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzR0El
Why It Matters
There may be a point in a man's life when prostate cancer tests no
longer help his long-term health strategy. See the new guidelines
published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Also See:
> WebMD's Prostate Cancer Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzS0Em

When Should You Start Controlling Your Cholesterol?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzT0En
Why It Matters
Researchers aren't kidding when they suggest getting an early start on
cholesterol control, as described in the journal Circulation.
Also See:
> WebMD's Cholesterol Management Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzU0Eo

America's Loaded With Problem Sleepers
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzV0Ep
Why It Matters
Not happy with your quality of sleep lately? You're not alone,
according to a Consumer Reports survey. See how much company you have
and what may be causing your sleeplessness.
Also See:
> Sleep Disorders Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzW0Eq
> WebMD's Sleep Disorders Blog, Hosted by Michael Breus, PhD, ABSM
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzX0Er

The Truth About Food Additives
http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-truth-about-seven-common-food-additives?ecd=wnl_nrn_080508
Why It Matters
From aspartame to dyes to trans fat, WebMD takes a look at the
research on food additives and gives you the bottom line.
Also See:
> WebMD's Health & Diet Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzZ0Et

Is Global Warming Worsening Allergies?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQza0E1
Why It Matters
Are climate changes really happening right under your nose? Find out
how warmer temps may mean more misery for allergy sufferers.
Also See:
> WebMD's Allergies Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e1Ij0Nec4j0IfV0BQzb0E2

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