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Some Dietary Supplements Associated with Higher Death Rate in Older WomenMost people believe that dietary supplements improve health and prolong life, but a new study shows this may be an erroneous belief. Recent research published in a medical journal found that certain supplements were linked to earlier death in older women.
Who Has Worse Death Rates for Cancer, Men or Women?Men are more than 5 times likely to die from certain cancers than women, and are also more likely to be diagnosed with cancer. Studies also show that gay men are more likely than straight men to be at risk for cancer- What Does the Government TrackHere, taken from the Census Bureau are some of the things that our government keeps track of. The list includes : •Infants Who Were Ever Breastfed by Maternal Age and Race-Ethnicity, •Abortions by Selected Characteristics, •
Pregnancy Related Deaths in California TripleAccording to a new report, deaths directly related to pregnancy and childbirth have tripled in the last decade in California. Doctors warn that obesity and complications from cesarean sections are to blame.- A Little Fat is Not UnhealthyA recent German study finds that just being overweight does not increase the overall death rate, but obesity presents more danger. As people grow older, obesity makes less and less difference.
- U.S. Life Expectancy Has Increased and Death Rates Have DecreasedA brief report on the rise in U.S. life expectancy and the fall of U.S. death rates.
- Can Exercise Help Prevent Cancer?Obesity may account for 20% of all cancer deaths in US women and 14% in US men. That means 90,000 cancer deaths could be prevented each year if Americans could only maintain a normal, healthy body weight.
- The Lingering Effects of the Slave Diet and LifestyleThis article explores the effects of soul food on the health of African Americans.
- Modern Medicine Hilariously Claims Credit for Reduction in Heart Disease DeathsThe death rates for heart disease and stroke among U.S. citizens has dropped 30 percent between 1999 and 2006. What's remarkable about this is that conventional medicine thinks it deserves the credit for this decline.
- Good News About Cancer Death Rates: Alzheimer's and AutismThree new items of interest in the health field concerning cancer.
- Report: Cancer Death Rate Continues FallingThe National Cancer Institute has good news to release today, as the NCI's annual report shows that the cancer death rate dropped nearly twice as quickly during 2002-2004 than during 1993-2002.
- Why is the U.S. Lagging in Newborn Death Rates?Neonatal death rates have improved over the last twenty years. That’s the good news. The bad news is we are still lag
- Blind EyeA brief review of the book "Blind Eye" by James B. Stewart. The book tells the true story of Michael Swango, M.D. a doctor accused of being a serial murderer.
Sitting to Relax for Extended Hours Decreases Longevity in WomenSitting around and relaxing for six hours or more can increase your chances of an early death. The percentage rates are higher in women then men.- U-M forum to explore cancer disparitiesDisparities in health care and outcomes for cancer patients will be explored at a May 20-22 forum hosted by the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Horace H. Rackham School of Graduate Studies.
- American Nurses During WartimeTo be a military nurse requires many qualities, and in large amounts. This article looks at some of the most revered military nurses in American history.
- Hot News Quickies - Friday, May 22, 2009News happens while you sleep - get your Hot Nes Quickies here!
- How to Motivate Yourself to ExcerciseBeyond lack of motivation, what's your excuse for not exercising?
- Prayers Can Heal, According to StudiesVarious studies have produced evidence that the power of prayer can help cure ailments.
