http://www.ajc.com/health/health-news-82119.html en-us Copyright 2012 Mon, 28 May 2012 11:12:58 GMT 2012-05-28T11:12:58Z en-us Copyright 2012 http://www.ajc.com/news/subscribers/medicare-scams-grow-in-1447643.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Fernando Alfonso and Rita Mateu sought out homeless people at Atlanta area shelters and offered them food or money in exchange for Medicare information. Sun, 27 May 2012 14:55:02 GMT mpell@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/news/subscribers/medicare-scams-grow-in-1447643.html M.B. Pell 2012-05-27T14:55:02Z http://www.ajc.com/news/nation-world/doctors-report-rise-in-1445561.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 DALLAS - Miniature laundry detergent packets arrived on store shelves in recent months as an alternative to bulky bottles and messy spills. Thu, 24 May 2012 22:21:06 GMT http://www.ajc.com/news/nation-world/doctors-report-rise-in-1445561.html NOMAAN MERCHANT 2012-05-24T22:21:06Z 06/23/2012 APXchange http://www.ajc.com/health/sleep-apnea-treatment-may-1444502.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 People with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased risk for high blood pressure and heart disease, and now two new studies suggest that treating the disorder may lower this risk. Wed, 23 May 2012 16:23:38 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/sleep-apnea-treatment-may-1444502.html Salynn Boyles Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-23T16:23:38Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/health/the-6-dirtiest-places-1444503.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 What's by far the dirtiest place in the typical office? It's the sink faucet handles in the break room, according to a down-and-dirty study by Kimberly-Clark Professional. Wed, 23 May 2012 16:21:37 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/the-6-dirtiest-places-1444503.html Daniel J. DeNoon Reviewed by Laura J. Martin 2012-05-23T16:21:37Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/health/u-s-states-with-1443553.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Thousands of injuries could be prevented and billions of dollars in medical costs could be saved each year if states implemented more research-based prevention policies, concludes a new report released today. Tue, 22 May 2012 17:08:16 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/u-s-states-with-1443553.html Cari Nierenberg Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-22T17:08:16Z http://www.ajc.com/health/smoking-gene-may-reveal-1443574.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 By Denise Mann Reviewed by Laura J. Tue, 22 May 2012 17:04:57 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/smoking-gene-may-reveal-1443574.html Brian OShea 2012-05-22T17:04:57Z http://www.ajc.com/health/athletes-better-equipped-to-1442378.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Sprains, strains, and worse injuries are unavoidable in sports, and playing through the pain comes with the territory for most athletes. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:41:50 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/athletes-better-equipped-to-1442378.html Salynn Boyles Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD 2012-05-21T15:41:50Z http://www.ajc.com/health/cdc-to-baby-boomers-1440173.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 ATLANTA - For the first time, the government is proposing that all baby boomers get tested for hepatitis C. Fri, 18 May 2012 21:56:08 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/cdc-to-baby-boomers-1440173.html MIKE STOBBE 2012-05-18T21:56:08Z 06/17/2012 APXchange http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/biggest-loser-finalist-recalls-1438494.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 In her 20s, Kim Nielsen worked as a personal trainer. She was naturally in great shape, which led to a pro wrestling career. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:56:03 GMT rho@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/biggest-loser-finalist-recalls-1438494.html Rodney Ho 2012-05-16T10:56:03Z http://www.ajc.com/health/americans-living-longer-but-1438487.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 The CDC today released its annual state of the union's health, and there's good news and bad. We're living longer. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:22:12 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/americans-living-longer-but-1438487.html Matt McMillen Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-16T10:22:12Z http://www.ajc.com/health/eating-out-a-wholistic-1437835.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 When Richard Blais arrived to join other top-named chefs presenting cooking classes at the 2012 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival, he showed up with a bunch of leftovers. Tue, 15 May 2012 14:48:03 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/eating-out-a-wholistic-1437835.html Carolyn ONeil 2012-05-15T14:48:03Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/news/uga-study-alcohol-consumption-1437741.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Researchers at the University of Georgia have concluded freshman female students that drink alcohol are more likely to be victims of sexual assault. Tue, 15 May 2012 12:29:45 GMT http://www.ajc.com/news/uga-study-alcohol-consumption-1437741.html Staff reports 2012-05-15T12:29:45Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/news/marcus-foundation-donates-20-1437063.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 The Marcus Foundation has awarded a $20 million grant to Piedmont Heart Institute to establish the nation's first heart valve reference center. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:16:25 GMT spoole@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/news/marcus-foundation-donates-20-1437063.html Shelia M. Poole 2012-05-14T10:16:25Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/health/fda-panel-backs-first-1435415.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 SILVER SPRING, Md. - The first drug shown to prevent HIV infection won the endorsement of a panel of federal advisers Thursday, clearing the way for a landmark approval in the 30-year fight against the virus that causes AIDS. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:21:02 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/fda-panel-backs-first-1435415.html MATTHEW PERRONE 2012-05-11T00:21:02Z APXchange http://www.ajc.com/health/what-you-need-to-1435240.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Roughly half of young adults under 30 say they've had a sunburn in the past year. Not a big deal? It raises the risk for skin cancer, including melanoma, a rare but often lethal cancer. Thu, 10 May 2012 19:16:13 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/what-you-need-to-1435240.html 2012-05-10T19:16:13Z 06/09/2012 APXchange http://www.ajc.com/health/fat-future-42-of-1433723.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 By 2030, 42% of Americans will be obese and 11% of Americans will be severely obese, Duke University and CDC researchers predict. Tue, 08 May 2012 19:50:21 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/fat-future-42-of-1433723.html Daniel J. DeNoon and reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD 2012-05-08T19:50:21Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/health/health-care-increasingly-out-1433492.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Having trouble finding a doctor? You’re not alone. Tens of millions of adults under 65 - both those with insurance and those without - saw their access to health care dramatically worsen over the past decade, according to a study released Monday. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:58:53 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/health-care-increasingly-out-1433492.html Phil Galewitz 2012-05-08T14:58:53Z http://www.ajc.com/health/longer-commutes-can-put-1433453.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 A long commute may pave the way to poor health, a new study shows. The study found that people who commuted more than 15 miles to work each day were more likely to be obese and to carry a lot of fat around the belly -- where it's especially bad for the heart -- and less likely to get enough exercise compared to those who drove less than 5 miles to work each day. Tue, 08 May 2012 13:55:45 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/longer-commutes-can-put-1433453.html Brenda Goodman, MA Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-08T13:55:45Z http://www.ajc.com/health/energy-drinks-bad-for-1431275.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Energy and sports drinks can damage tooth enamel , boosting the risk of cavities , according to a new study. Fri, 04 May 2012 14:41:51 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/energy-drinks-bad-for-1431275.html Kathleen Doheny Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-04T14:41:51Z http://www.ajc.com/health/hate-meat-it-may-1430538.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Whether we like or loathe the smell of a frying pork chop may depend on our genes, a new study shows. Thu, 03 May 2012 13:43:31 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/hate-meat-it-may-1430538.html Brenda Goodman, MA Hansa D. Bhargava, MD 2012-05-03T13:43:31Z http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/colleges-throw-stressed-students-1429782.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Rosie approached Tyler Dutton soon after he plopped into a bean bag chair. She leaned on the first-year Emory University law student. Wed, 02 May 2012 10:13:31 GMT ldiamond@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/colleges-throw-stressed-students-1429782.html Laura Diamond 2012-05-02T10:13:31Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/eating-out-breakfast-offers-1429242.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 As a business strategy, breakfast is becoming the most important meal of the day for more restaurants. Tue, 01 May 2012 15:29:43 GMT http://www.ajc.com/lifestyle/eating-out-breakfast-offers-1429242.html Carolyn ONeil 2012-05-01T15:29:43Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/health/losing-weight-may-help-1429221.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 For postmenopausal women who are overweight or obese, new research offers more incentive to start shedding pounds. Tue, 01 May 2012 15:04:40 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/losing-weight-may-help-1429221.html Matt McMillen Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD 2012-05-01T15:04:40Z http://www.ajc.com/health/high-reps-with-low-1428541.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Want to build up your muscles in time for beach season? High reps with low weights may be the way to go, a new study suggests. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:54:05 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/high-reps-with-low-1428541.html Denise Mann Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD 2012-04-30T15:54:05Z http://www.ajc.com/health/no-safe-way-to-1428482.html?cxtype=rss_health_82119 Texting or even the thought of texting on a cell phone while driving may be distracting enough to cause a car crash for teens. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:41:53 GMT http://www.ajc.com/health/no-safe-way-to-1428482.html Jennifer Warner Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD 2012-04-30T14:41:53Z