Health News Archives
Environment
Most Mt. Everest Deaths Occur Near Summit During Descent
Study says high-altitude cerebral edema is a common problem for climbers
Pilots May Face Greater Cancer Risk
Radiation might cause damage to DNA, study says
Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries
Hypertension May Hit Black Males Earlier
Different tests may be needed to detect rising blood pressure in these men, experts say
Pregnant Rural Women More at Risk
Poverty, social deprivation among factors boosting odds of preeclampsia, hypertension
Greener Neighborhoods Mean Slimmer Children
Trees, parks get inner city kids moving, study finds
Chemical in Plastics May Cause Fertility Problems
Exposure to BPA might lessen chances of successful pregnancy, research suggests
Vest Monitors ’Individual’ Air Pollution
Researchers in Detroit say it detected additional cardiovascular damage
Asthma ’Rescue’ Inhalers Are Changing
New types better for environment, but will require some adjustment, experts say
Childhood Food Allergies on the Rise
But researchers are working on new therapies to combat the problem
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