Vermont city is healthiest in U.S., CDC says Read full story for latest details.
Publ.Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:46:14 EST Source: CNN.com
Study: Paying more for alcohol saves lives Each time the state of Alaska raised its alcoholic beverage tax, fewer deaths were caused by or related to alcohol, according to a newly released study. Does that mean all states should consider raising taxes on alcohol -- to both protect us from ourselves and raise much needed funds?
Publ.Date: Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:56:45 EST Source: CNN.com
Teens have fewer aids for kicking the habit Smoking habits are usually established during the teen years. The CDC estimates that 20 percent of high school students smoked cigarettes last year. While researchers have a good idea how to help adults kick the habit, little information is available on what to do to assist teenage smokers.
Publ.Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:44:58 EST Source: CNN.com
Study ID's effective irritable bowel therapies Peppermint oil, soluble fiber, and antispasmodic drugs can indeed help people with irritable bowel syndrome, according to an analysis of 25 years of research on the condition, which is characterized by bouts of diarrhea and constipation.
Publ.Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:27:09 EST Source: CNN.com