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'Hobbits' Were a Distinct Species, Study Concludes news

Skeletal analysis shows Homo floresiensis anatomy differed from modern-day humans

Swine Flu Declining in Some Parts of U.S. news

But, flu activity remains high and is expected to continue, CDC says

Athletes Seeking Doping Agents Can Still Find Them Online news

Banned products are readily available, researchers say

Three-Month Supply Lowers Drug Costs news

Consumers save up to one-third buying 90-day supply, study finds

Unraveling the 'Mad Cow' Mystery news

Key molecule identified by researchers

Blood Test Could Boost Clarity of Breast MRI Results for Some news

Taking menstrual cycle into account when booking exam may cut need for repeat scans, study suggests

Health Highlights: Nov. 20, 2009 news

U.S. Military Studying PTSD Risk Factors
University of Nebraska May Restrict Stem Cell Research
Trial of Embryonic Stem Cell Therapy for Eye Disease Planned
Vicks Nasal Spray Recalled Due to Bacteria
Flu Worries Shouldn't Affect Travel Plans: CDC

Text Messages Might Increase Sunscreen Usage news

With daily reminders, people may be more apt to protect their skin

Appalachia, Southeast Hit Hardest by Obesity and Diabetes news

CDC county-by-county analysis finds some areas with 1 in 10 adults already diabetic

For Kids With Down Syndrome, a 'Ray of Hope' news

Study in mice could lead to treatment for learning deficits, researcher suggests

Too Few Older Adults Get Recommended Screenings news

Report looks to improve health of this group with better preventive care

Task Force Member Defends Mammography Guidelines news

Meanwhile, three doctors weigh in on what women should do about the new recommendations

For Chest Pain in the ER, CT Angiography May Be Best news

Procedure cuts diagnosis time and costs, study finds

Errors in Surgical Procedures Persist news

Poor communication causes most mistakes in and out of operating room, VA study shows

Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble news

Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds

Health Highlights: Nov. 19, 2009 news

Vicks Nasal Spray Recalled Due to Bacteria
Flu Worries Shouldn't Affect Travel Plans: CDC
Senate Introduces Health Reform Bill
FDA Sends Warning Letters to Drug Web Sites
Poll Shows Americans Support Malpractice Award Limits
Movie Theater Popcorn High In Calories and Fat: Study
Study Suggests Racial Bias in Kidney/Pancreas Transplants

Sounds May Help Solidify Memories While Asleep news

Deep sleep is an important time for consolidating memories, researchers find

New 'Skin' From Stem Cells news

Technique used in mice may offer hope to burn patients awaiting grafts

Health Tip: Recovering From C-Section news

What new moms can expect

Late Preterm Births Increasing in U.S. news

Reasons for early birth vary, but all premature babies face higher risks, experts warn

Mammography: What to Do Now? news

Three doctors weigh in on what women should do about the new guidelines

Study Shows Hospital Report Cards Unlikely to Spur Improvement news

Treatment of heart patients no better after performance data released to public, researchers find

New Heart Attack Treatment Guidelines Stress Coordination news

Getting patients to the right hospitals quickly is critical, experts say

Genital Herpes May Never Go Dormant news

Study finds low level shedding may be continuous, infection state unclear

Health Tip: Thinking About Organ Donation? news

Here's an glimpse at what's involved