Health News Archives

Fewer HIV-Infected Americans Passing the Virus On
Transmission rates have fallen 88% since 1984, study finds

Being Happy Affects Even Those You Don’t Know
Innovative research tracking people over a 20-year period suggests your smile goes farther than you think

To Sleep, Perchance to Remember
Study links shut-eye to improved learning skills

Binge Drinking Clogs Arteries With Plaque
Immune cells stick inside blood vessels causing inflammation, blockage, study finds

School-Based Program Can Change Kids’ Lives
A Seattle project was linked to better education, mental health 15 years later

’Self-Embedding’ a Troubling Trend Among Teens
Patients typically wound themselves, then place objects in the wound, researchers say

Car Cell Phone Use More Hazardous Than Chat With Passengers
Fellow occupants can help keep driving safe, research shows

Keeping a Healthy Holiday Balance
Simple ways to enjoy the feast without overdoing it

Getting Tough on Bullying
Kids, parents and schools need to work together to stop abusive behavior, experts say

Not All Smiles Are Created Equal
Study finds people struggling with rejection can spot a phony grin