- Tobacco Plants & Cancer Vaccine, Topamax & Birth Defects, Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression (July 22, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Chicago - According to research in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, tobacco plants, typically known as a cause of cancer, may also help to fight the disease.
- Spider Cage For Kids Rehab Cleveland Clinic News Service brings you a story about a new way for children with disability to rehab in what is called the spider cage.
- Diabetes Camp Cleveland Clinic News Service brings the story of a group of summer camp attendees that not only have a blast at camp but also learn how to cope with diabetes while there.
- Blood Vessels From Immature Cells, Sleeping Patterns and Stroke in Postmenopausal Women, Ovulation Gene Isolated (July 21, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From Washington - According to a study published in Circulation Research, human cells have been coaxed into becoming functioning blood vessels in mice.
- YCH Bunk Bed Injuries (Dallas, TX) NBC 5's Melissa Newton Reports on bunk bed Inujuries and how parents should take precautions before using them.
- Viagra For Women (Dallas, TX) A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Assocation finds Viagra may help relieve female sexual problems caused by anti-depressants.
- New Treatments For Varicose, Spider Veins (New York, NY) Learn about new treatments for varicose and spider veins in this week's 4 Your Health.
- Study: Removing Ovaries May Do More Harm Than Good (Denver, CO) During a routine hysterectomy, most women have their ovaries removed as well as their uterus. Now a new study says that common practice may do more harm than good. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida reports.
- Medical Breakthrough: New Spray for Lung Cancer Patients (Bakersfield, CA) - Medical Breakthroughs -- Medical Breakthrough: New Spray for Lung Cancer Patients
- Notebook: Junk Food Parents of picky eaters will do almost anything to get their kids to eat healthy. Katie Couric comments on how Americans use food deception, like Burger King's apple fries, just to eat healthy.
- Viagra And The Female 'O' Viagra's effect in women has often proved disappointing. But as Dr. Jon LaPook reports, a new study finds the little blue pill may help women on antidepressants enjoy sex more.
- Study: Viagra Increases Sexual Enjoyment For Female Antidepressant Users (Los Angeles, CA) According to a new study, erectile-dysfunction drug Viagra may be able to provide benefits to women taking antidepressants, KNBC's Dr. Bruce Hensel reported.
- HealthWatch: Female 'Viagra', Vytorin Study (Chicago, IL) Watch Tuesday's HealthWatch segment on-demand.
- Dr. on Bunk Beds (Dallas, TX) Dr. on Bunk Beds
- Happiness May Keep You Young New evidence suggests the mind and happiness may have a huge impact on longevity and youthfulness. Harry Smith reports.
- Regional Cancer Survival Rates, One in Four Americans is Obese, Tomatoes Safe to Eat (July 18, 2008 - Insidermedicine) From the UK - According to a study published in The Lancet Oncology, cancer survival rates differ greatly between countries all over the world.
- Boil Notice Issued For Cleburne (Dallas, TX) The city of Cleburne has issued a boil notice for all residents and businesses for the next 24-to-48 hours.
- Young Boy's Life Saved With Drowned Toddler's Organ (Dallas, TX) A tragedy suffered by one North Texas family has turned into a miracle for another thanks to a family's generosity and a successful organ transplant.
- Big clue in nationwide salmonella outbreak The Texas plant where health officials found salmonella on a single jalapeno is recalling its fresh peppers. The FDA says the discovery of the same strand of salmonella in the countrywide outbreak on the pepper is a "very important break." (July 21)
- Dealing With Autism As Children Become Teenagers (Minneapolis, MN) Life for most teenagers is one big thrill ride. This is also true for 15-year-old Jake Brasch, who is among the growing number of teens in Minnesota living with autism, Amelia Santaniello reports (5:48).
- FDA Finds Salmonella Strain In Jalapeno Peppers (San Francisco, CA) Government inspectors finally have a big clue in the nationwide salmonella outbreak: They found the same bacteria on a single Mexican-grown jalapeno pepper handled by a small Texas produce shipper. Len Ramirez reports.
- HealthWatch: Foods That Lower Cholesterol Levels (New York, NY) It may seem backwards, but people trying to lower their cholesterol may benefit by adding to their diet rather than taking away. CBS 2's Dr. Holly Phillips is here to explain.
- Family Healthcast: Banning Fast Food Little Rock, AR -- FOX16 Health Report - LA is looking at banning fast food; They are looking to curb sexual side effects from antidepressants; Changes women go through even before menopause.
- Treatment Stops Migraines Before Headache Starts (Los Angeles, CA) There's a new way to zap migraines before the pain even starts, KNBC's Dr. Bruce Hensel reports.
- Health Officials Concerned Over West Nile Threat (San Diego, CA) A record number of dead birds infected with West Nile Virus found in San Diego County is being called a 'dangerous sign' by health officials.
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