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Road crashes biggest killer of Americans abroad

October 25, 2015

Road crashes biggest killer of Americans abroad

American travelers often focus on avoiding diseases or violence in foreign lands, but a new study shows they may overlook a larger health threat: road accidents.

NFL players union funding $100 million Harvard study on injury

October 25, 2015

NFL players union funding $100 million Harvard study on injury

The union that represents U.S. professional football players has given Harvard University a $100 million grant for a study of the range of health problems, from brain damage to heart conditions, that affect current and former players

Mediterranean diet may counteract genetic risk of stroke

October 25, 2015

Mediterranean diet may counteract genetic risk of stroke

The Mediterranean diet has often been touted for its heart healthy benefits, and now, new research has revealed that the cuisine may also counteract a person’s genetic risk for stroke.

For heart attack survivors, living near roadways linked with death

October 25, 2015

For heart attack survivors, living near roadways linked with death

For heart attack survivors, living close to a roadway may be hazardous for their health, a new study suggests

Woman dies after receiving smoker's lungs in organ transplant

October 25, 2015

Woman dies after receiving smoker's lungs in organ transplant

A woman born with cystic fibrosis who died after being given a lung transplant from a smoker. Her father is now calling for hospitals to tell patients about a donor's health history

Red meat tied to worse colon cancer outcomes, study finds

October 25, 2015

Red meat tied to worse colon cancer outcomes, study finds

People who report eating the most red and processed meat before being diagnosed with colon cancer are more likely to die during the next eight years, according to a new study.

Complex patients more likely to switch from Medicare Advantage

October 25, 2015

Complex patients more likely to switch from Medicare Advantage

Medicare Advantage plans might not be meeting the needs of patients requiring the costliest and most complex levels of care, a new study suggests.

Large dogs age faster, die younger

October 25, 2015

Large dogs age faster, die younger

Large dogs age as if their adult lives are running at a faster pace than smaller breeds

Gene variant associated with better aging, cognitive function, study finds

October 25, 2015

Gene variant associated with better aging, cognitive function, study finds

People who carry a gene variation associated with longevity have better brain cognition and are more resilient to aging, new research has found, paving the way for future treatments for brain aging and disease.

6 physical effects of binge-watching TV

October 25, 2015

6 physical effects of binge-watching TV

Here's what really happens to your body after sitting through a "Game of Thrones" marathon.