HIV drugs drastically reduce transmission risk

HIV drugs drastically reduce transmission risk

The results were so compelling that one of the studies was halted early and the drugs given to all the participants, researchers said Wednesday.

Restaurants to offer more-healthful fare for kids

Restaurants to offer more-healthful fare for kids

Nineteen chains — including Burger King, Denny's, IHOP, Chili's, Friendly's, Chevy's and El Pollo Loco — have agreed to participate in the Kids Live Well initiative as worries increase about the role of fast food in childhood obesity.

FDA reevaluating vaginal mesh implants

FDA reconsiders use of surgical mesh to correct pelvic prolapse

Following a spike in reported complications, the Food and Drug Administration released an updated advisory Wednesday about a surgical mesh implanted in women to strengthen vaginal tissue that can become weakened, especially after childbirth.

American men with cancer more likely to die than women

American men with cancer more likely to die than women

The main reason for the difference is that men are more at risk of developing cancer to begin with, according to the National Cancer Institute study.

Steroid stats promising among Illinois youth

Steroid stats promising among youth

Steroid use among teens rose in 2010, but those crusading against steroids, like Bears legend Dick Butkus, believe usage rates are actually higher because the survey relies on self-reporting.

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