Health Research
Lifestyle and Prevention
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For Diabetics Not on Insulin, Self-Monitoring Blood Sugar Has No Benefit 01.19.2012 By Christen Brownlee, Contributing Writer Health Behavior News Service |
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Recommended Services Not Always Given During Patients’ Annual Exams 01.17.2012 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Signs Prove Effective in Prompting People to Use Stairs Instead of Elevator 01.17.2012 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Team Lotteries Motivate Employees to Participate in Wellness Programs 01.05.2012 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Employee Programs Teaching Heath Care "Consumer" Skills May Also Produce Health Benefits 10.31.2011 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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E-Learning Programs May Do Little to Change Eating Habits 10.26.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Health Technology Assessment |
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Depressive Symptoms May Make Asthma Control More Difficult 10.25.2011 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer General Hospital Psychiatry |
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Review: Taking Blood Pressure Drugs at Night Slightly Improves Control 10.05.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Patients with Implanted Cardiac Devices Should Learn about End-of-Life Options 10.04.2011 By Laura Kennedy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Nursing |
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Review: Probiotics Have Slight Preventive Effect on Colds 09.15.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Mold Removal in Homes, Offices Could Cut Respiratory Illness 09.08.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Natural Surroundings Might Lower Obesity 09.01.2011 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Stressed-Out Workers Less Likely to Stick With Wellness Centers 08.31.2011 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Black, Hispanic, Poor Young Women Less Likely to Complete HPV Vaccinations 08.30.2011 By Stephanie Stephens, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Americans Face Barriers to Health Care Beyond Cost 08.19.2011 By Katherine Kahn, Contributing Writer Health Services Research |
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Excess Weight in Young Adulthood Predicts Shorter Lifespan 08.16.2011 By David Pittman, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Teen Weight Began to Rise in 1990s, New Study Finds 07.12.2011 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Modified Fat Diet Key to Lowering Heart Disease Risk 07.12.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Large Study Reaffirms H1N1, Seasonal Flu Vaccine Safety 07.05.2011 By Emily Paulsen, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Losing Weight, Keeping It Off Might Require Distinct Skill Sets 07.05.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Health Insurance Doesn't Always Protect People From Medical Debt 06.30.2011 By Katherine Kahn, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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Young Adults, Teens Prefer Rapid HIV Testing 05.17.2011 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Researchers Still Searching for Ways to Help Patients Take Their Meds 05.12.2011 By Becky Ham, Science Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Antiretroviral Drugs Dramatically Reduce Risk of Passing HIV to Healthy Partners 05.10.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Better Labeling Could Help Thwart Acetaminophen Overdose 05.03.2011 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Source: American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Children With Bedroom TVs Might Be at Greater Obesity Risk 04.29.2011 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Source: American Journal of Health Promotion |
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African-Americans More Active Users of Smoking "Quitlines" 04.29.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Positive Media Campaigns Help Minorities Put Down Cigarettes 04.29.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Source: American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Community-Wide Programs to Encourage Exercise Might Fall Short 04.13.2011 By Becky Ham, Science Writer The Cochrane Library |
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Exercising to Government Standards Could Lower Your Death Risk 04.05.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Oral Vaccine Could Prevent Half of Cholera Cases, But Less Effective in Kids 03.15.2011 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Cochrane Library |
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Want to Go for a Walk? Your Neighborhood Might Play a Part 02.28.2011 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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When Bosses Are Exercise Friendly, Workers Get Their Move On 02.28.2011 Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Interest in E-cigarettes Is High, but Safety and Effectiveness Unknown 02.08.2011 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Teen's Best Friend: Young Dog Owners More Physically Active 02.08.2011 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Are You Medically Prepared for a Natural Disaster? 01.11.2011 By Sarah Jorgenson, CFAH Communications/Research Associate American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Limiting Salt Lowers Blood Pressure and Health Risks in Diabetes 12.07.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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School Vending Machine Choices Affect Overall Diet for Children 11.16.2010 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Associate Editor Journal of Adolescent Health |
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Unaffordable Housing Might Lead to Poor Health 11.09.2010 By Jessica Firger, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Behavioral Feedback Boosts Online Weight Program 10.28.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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More People Get Health Screenings When Deductibles Are Waived 10.15.2010 By Carl Sherman, Contributing Writer Health Services Research |
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Mass. Smoking Ban Might Be Linked to Fewer Fatal Heart Attacks 10.07.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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Emotional and Physical Wellness Might Be Linked to Longer Life 10.05.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Desk Jobs Could Derail Health, Review Suggests 09.07.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Canada, US Immigrants Have Less Health Care Access Than Natives 09.02.2010 By Sylviane Duval, Contributing Writer Health Services Research |
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Fluoride in Water Prevents Adult Tooth Loss 08.24.2010 By David Pittman, Contributing Writer Alcoholism: American Journal of Public Health |
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More Walking, Cycling Linked to Healthier Weights Worldwide 08.24.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Alcoholism: American Journal of Public Health |
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Team Approach to Foot Care Lowers Risk of Amputation in Diabetes 08.19.2010 By Elaine Zablocki, Contributing Writer Health Services Research |
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Colleges Not Meeting Guidelines to Limit Alcohol Access 07.20.2010 By Susan Kreimer, Contributing Writer Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research |
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OTC Constipation Treatment Beats Prescription Med in Review 07.06.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Surgery Is Good 'Teachable Moment' to Help Smokers Quit 07.06.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Tai Chi and Qigong Show Significant Health Benefits 06.30.2010 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Older Americans Watch More TV, But Enjoy It Less 06.29.2010 By Lisa Esposito, Editor American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Large Gap in Diabetes, Obesity Screening Among U.S. Health Clinics 06.22.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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Quitting Smoking Before Pregnancy Could Save Babies' Lives 06.08.2010 By: Katherine Kahn, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Relationships Can Lower Substance Use in Young People 06.01.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Journal of Health and Social Behavior |
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Dental Treatment Might Lower Glucose Levels in Type 2 Diabetes 05.11.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Seeking Health Info? Print Media Readers Make Healthier Choices 05.04.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Deaths Would Drop With More Preventive Services 05.04.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Employment and Insurance: No Guarantee for Better Health 04.30.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Corner Shops Could Bring Healthier Food to Inner Cities 04.27.2010 By Kurt Ullman, Contributing Writer Health Promotion Practice |
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Tainted Produce More Likely for Low-Income Shoppers 04.06.2010 By Joan Vos MacDonald, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Common Cold Symptoms Not Washed Away by Nose Irrigation 03.16.2010 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Cochrane Library |
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Smokers Who Quit Gradually or Cold Turkey Have Similar Success 03.16.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Health Care Delivery Fixes Somewhat Helpful in Heart Disease 03.16.2010 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Drinking 100-Percent Juice Might Not Lead to Teen Overweight 02.26.2010 By Valerie DeBenedette, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Fed When Hungry, Premature Babies Go Home Sooner 02.16.2010 By Christe Bruderlin-Nelson, Contributing Editor Cochrane Library |
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More Flexibility at Work Boosts Employee Health 02.16.2010 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Health Behavior News Service |
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Zinc Supplements to Prevent Middle Ear Infections: Evidence Is Weak 02.16.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Most African-American Adults Skip Sun Protection, Study Suggests 02.02.2010 By Sharyn Alden, Contributing Writer American Journal of Preventive Medicine |
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Motivating, Not Judging, Might Help Smokers Quit 01.19.2010 By Bruce Sylvester, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Treating Swimmer’s Ear Just Got Simpler 01.19.2010 By Joan Vos MacDonald, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Would Medical Images Spur You to Change Risky Health Behaviors? 01.19.2010 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Could the Hot Stuff in Chili Peppers Ease Your Tingling Nerve Pain? 10.13.2009 By Milly Dawson, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Combining Health, Contraceptive Education Reduces Teen Pregnancies 10.6.2009 By Glenda Fauntleroy, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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“Textbook” Treatment of Nursemaid’s Elbow Might Not Be the Best 10.6.2009 By Becky Ham, Science Writer Cochrane Library |
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Calling All Smokers: Cell Phones Could Help You Quit 10.6.2009 By Lisa Esposito, Editor Cochrane Library |
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Exercise Training After Stroke Helps Patients Walk Faster, Longer 10.6.2009 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Cooling Patients After CPR Can Reduce Brain Damage, Boost Recovery 10.6.2009 By Kurt Ullman, Contributing Writer Cochrane Library |
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Warmer Homes Mean Better Health for Poor People 11.4.2009 By Kurt Ullman, Contributing Writer American Journal of Public Health |
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Food Rating System Scores High With Consumers 10.30.2009 By Amy Sutton, Contributing Writer American Journal of Health Promotion |
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Weight Loss “Maintainers” Have Fewer TVs at Home 10.22.2009 By Randy Dotinga, Contributing Writer Annals of Behavioral Medicine |
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