Health News Archives

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