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Today’s fast-paced world leaves people little time to worry about their health—that is, until a medical emergency forces them to reassess their habits. That’s when it becomes apparent how much influence lifestyle choices

Just three weeks into flu season, officials say the H1N1 flu has become widespread in 46 of the 50 U.S. states, a level comparable to the peak of ordinary flu seasons, which usually occurs sometime between late November and early March. Children and

Americans are enjoying an overall steady decline in their risk of cancer death. This is largely due to improvement in approaches to early detection through cancer screening, enhanced cancer treatments, and the adoption of methods for cancer prevention.

JOB security is luring more students into nursing and teaching careers.

Dementia Risk Higher for NFL Players Ex-players aged 30 to 49 are 19 times more likely to have memory problems, survey found

Physical therapist-directed exercise counseling combined with fitness center-based exercise training can improve muscular strength and exercise capacity in people with type 2 diabetes, with outcom

“Statistically, you can’t determine a causal relationship, but it’s very suggestive,” said Dr. Neil O. Fishman, infectious disease specialist at the University of Pennsylvania. “Our

CONTACT: California Nurses Association/National Nurses Organizing CommitteeChuck Idelson, 415-559-8991 or Shum Preston, 415-412-0825

Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits

The Aug. 16 article about Michael Hurewitz ('A death leads to better medicine') is an example of how sometimes it takes a high-profile tragedy for much-needed change to occur in the healthcare delivery system.

One in three nurses say they will not be immunised against swine flu, despite being offered the vaccine as a priority to protect patients.

Electronic reminders can help heart patients stay healthy and on their medications even though they are no longer being closely monitored, new research shows.

After the rigorous tests of time and trial, the long perceived heart healthy benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids still stand strong. A daily dose of omega-3 can prevent heart disease in healthy people as well as reduce the risk of heart attack for those who