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Genes Give Clues to Age-Linked Eye Trouble

1 hour, 48 minutes ago

MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Variants in the gene that helps produce vital proteins in the eye have been linked to age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a major source of blindness, a new report says.

  • Health Tip: Symptoms of a Drug Allergy 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    (HealthDay News) -- Some drugs cause unpleasant side effects in many people, including nausea, dizziness or fatigue.

  • Health Tip: When Earwax Builds Up 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    (HealthDay News) -- Earwax isn't a sign that your ears aren't clean or healthy. It actually helps to protect your ears.

  • Study Suggests Red Wine May Protect Against Lung Cancer 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Men who drink a moderate amount of red wine may lower their risk of lung cancer, even if they smoke, researchers report.

  • Scientists Explore New Test for Down Syndrome 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- For women worried about the risks of amniocentesis and other currently available tests for chromosomal disorders such as Down syndrome, a new, safer test may be on the horizon, researchers say.

  • Health Highlights: Oct. 7, 2008 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:

  • Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 7, 2008 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch:

  • For Some Animals, There's No Place at Home 1 hour, 48 minutes ago

    MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Exposing your children to the joys of pet ownership may, in some cases, also mean exposing them to infections and injuries.

  • Microwaves a Menace for Young Kids 1 hour, 49 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Every year, young children suffer burns when they remove hot liquids from microwave ovens, a new study finds.

  • Prostate Meds Not Tied to Increased Hip Fracture Risk 1 hour, 49 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- A new study found no link between the use of a drug to treat an enlarged prostate and an increase in hip fractures in men.

  • Drug Companies Say No Cold Meds for Kids Under 4 1 hour, 49 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Saying they were acting "out of an abundance of caution," the makers of over-the-counter cough and cold medicines said Tuesday that the medicines should not be given to children younger than 4 years old.

  • Fatty Acid in Olive Oil Wards Off Hunger 1 hour, 49 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- A fatty acid found in olive oil and other heart-healthy monounsaturated fats wards off hunger pangs, a new study suggests.

  • Patients in Minimally Conscious State May Still Feel Pain 1 hour, 49 minutes ago

    TUESDAY, Oct. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Severely brain-damaged patients in a "minimally conscious state" may still feel pain and require painkilling treatment, according to European researchers.

  • Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    SUNDAY, Oct. 5 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are overweight and who have high insulin levels when they are diagnosed with prostate cancer may be more likely to die from the disease, research shows.

  • Health Tip: Boost Your Energy Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    (HealthDay News) -- If you often feel out of breath or seem to tire easily, you probably should better pace yourself.

  • Health Tip: Biking Safely Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    (HealthDay News) -- Proper supervision and wearing protective gear, especially a helmet, are critical to biking safely.

  • Free Prescription Drug Samples Pose Risk to Kids Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Free prescription drug samples distributed to pediatric patients may be unsafe, research suggests.

  • Health Highlights: Oct. 6, 2008 Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay:

  • Clinical Trials Update: Oct. 6, 2008 Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of CenterWatch:

  • New Test Detects Rare Leukemia More Quickly Mon Oct 6, 11:48 PM ET

    MONDAY, Oct. 6 (HealthDay News) -- A new technique may help doctors diagnose a rare form of leukemia in a matter of hours instead of weeks, researchers say.