WASHINGTON -- An athlete's brain needs more of a time-out than just missing the next game to recover from a concussion. ....full story.
Half of overweight adults may be heart-healthy
CHICAGO – You can look great in a swimsuit and still be a heart attack waiting to happen. And you can also be overweight and otherwise healthy. ...full story.
Health officials: More than 70 measles cases in US, highest reported in 6 years
ATLANTA -- Measles outbreaks in several states have led to more than 70 cases so far this year, the worst in six years, health officials said recently...full story.
New research suggests Pap smears may be replaced
but not soon
WASHINGTON -- New research suggests a test for the HPV virus that causes cervical cancer may replace the old-fashioned Pap smear one day as that cancer's primary screening tool. But even enthusiasts say it will take years of additional research to make such a big switch...full story.