The Seattle Times: Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/index.html en-us Copyright 2012 The Seattle Times Company Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:00:23 PST Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:00:23 PST MattBase 1 The Seattle Times: Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ Nearly 1 in 20 US adults over 50 have fake knees http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2017470967_apusmedartificialknees.html?syndication=rss Nearly 1 in 20 Americans older than 50 have artificial knees, or more than 4 million people, according to the first national estimate showing how common these replacement joints have become in an aging population. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/2017470967_apusmedartificialknees.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:54:14 PST Russia alarmed by rash of teenage suicides http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017470910_apeurussiateenagesuicides.html?syndication=rss A rash of teenage suicides in Russia has set off alarm bells and experts are urging the government to take immediate action. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017470910_apeurussiateenagesuicides.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:51:11 PST India's global pharmacy role threatened by EU pact http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017464810_apasindiaeu.html?syndication=rss Efforts by India and the European Union to strengthen trade are threatening India's ability to deliver lifesaving medicines to the world's poorest, analysts say as the two sides push through protracted negotiations on a free-trade pact. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017464810_apasindiaeu.html?syndication=rss Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:31:04 PST Doctors want to amend new rules on prescribing pain medications http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017470292_pain10m.html?syndication=rss New state rules for prescribing pain medication are so strict they are scaring some doctors into abandoning their patients and avoiding treatment of pain, patients and doctors told lawmakers in Olympia on Thursday. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017470292_pain10m.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:01:06 PST Firing for using breast pump isn't sex discrimination, judge rules http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469963_lactation10.html?syndication=rss The judge in a case involving a Houston woman reasoned that lactation was not pregnancy-related and, as a result, "firing someone because of lactation or breast-pumping is not sex discrimination." Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469963_lactation10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:31:04 PST Which thermometer is best? http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017465425_therm10.html?syndication=rss Many thermometer options available. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017465425_therm10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:16:06 PST Turning up the heat on your workout may burn calories after you've finished http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017465417_burn10.html?syndication=rss Exercise scientists have long debated the wondrous notion of an exercise afterburn. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017465417_burn10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:16:05 PST Research: Cancer treatment for pregnant women possible http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469888_pregnantchemo10.html?syndication=rss Doctors have long worried about how to balance treating a pregnant woman with cancer and the need to protect her fetus from cancer drugs and radiation. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469888_pregnantchemo10.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:01:04 PST Thousands join first lady for 'Let's Move' outing http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465236_apusmichelleobama.html?syndication=rss Wild arm swings, sharp robotic turns, pulsing fist pumps. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017465236_apusmichelleobama.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:01:04 PST For pregnant women with cancer, chemo possible http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469561_apeumedpregnancyandcancer.html?syndication=rss Researchers have encouraging news for women who find themselves in a very frightening situation: having cancer while pregnant. Studies suggest that these women can be treated almost the same as other cancer patients are, with minimal risk to the fetus. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469561_apeumedpregnancyandcancer.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:01:03 PST For pregnant women with cancer, chemo possible http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469563_apeumedpregnancyincancer.html?syndication=rss Researchers have encouraging news for women who find themselves in a very frightening situation: having cancer while pregnant. Studies suggest that these women can be treated almost the same as other cancer patients are, with minimal risk to the fetus. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017469563_apeumedpregnancyincancer.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:16:04 PST Hold the mystery meat: Military food gets upgrade http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461320_apusmichelleobamamilitaryfood.html?syndication=rss Hold the mystery meat: Military mess halls soon will be serving more fruits, vegetables and low-fat dishes under the first program in 20 years to improve nutrition standards across the armed services. Food & wine http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/politics/2017461320_apusmichelleobamamilitaryfood.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:01:05 PST State Medicaid program to stop paying for unneeded ER visits http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017449883_emergency08m.html?syndication=rss Starting April 1, Medicaid will no longer pay for such visits, even when patients or parents have reason to believe they're having an emergency. Hospitals and doctors are pressing lawmakers to undo the policy. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017449883_emergency08m.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:31:05 PST Tribe suing beer companies for alcohol problems http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017465200_apusalcohollawsuitreservation.html?syndication=rss An American Indian tribe sued some of the world's largest beer makers Thursday, claiming they knowingly contributed to devastating alcohol-related problems on South Dakota's Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Nation & World http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2017465200_apusalcohollawsuitreservation.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:46:04 PST Doctors telling more adults: Get out and exercise http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017464909_apusmeddoctorsorders.html?syndication=rss More and more U.S. adults are being told by their doctor to get out and exercise, according to government survey released Thursday. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017464909_apusmeddoctorsorders.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:17:43 PST GOP vows to reverse Obama policy on access to birth control http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017460386_birthcontrol09.html?syndication=rss The health-care law taking effect this year requires most private insurers to pay for birth control. Religious groups have been given an extra year to comply. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017460386_birthcontrol09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:16:25 PST 3 big health insurers stockpile $2.4 billion as rates keep rising http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460805_surplus09m.html?syndication=rss Noting that health-insurance companies are amassing growing surpluses while raising rates, state Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler says lawmakers should allow him to consider an insurer's surplus before he agrees to any rate increase. Local News http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2017460805_surplus09m.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:16:06 PST Posting signs might get people to take stairs more often http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454628_signs09.html?syndication=rss Maybe a sign is the boost people need to be more active. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454628_signs09.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:16:07 PST How to be smart about Valentine's Day treats http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454612_howto09.html?syndication=rss Health tips for treats. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454612_howto09.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:16:04 PST Fit & Fun: Seattle City Running Tours http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017455456_fitfun09.html?syndication=rss Each Saturday afternoon, Seattle City Running Tours hosts a five-mile run that starts at the Fremont Brewing Company, stops at a number of sites, and winds up back at the brewery for a beer or other beverage. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017455456_fitfun09.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:01:05 PST Study: Tai chi helps ease symptoms of Parkinson's http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459589_apusmedtaichiparkinsons.html?syndication=rss The ancient Chinese exercise of tai chi improved balance and lowered the risk of falls in a study of people with Parkinson's disease. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459589_apusmedtaichiparkinsons.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 20:31:04 PST Many doctors in survey admit lying to patients http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459899_medicalfibs09.html?syndication=rss More than half of doctors surveyed admitted describing someone's prognosis in a way they knew was too rosy. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459899_medicalfibs09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:49:30 PST Mindful eating as food for thought http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2017459970_mindfuleating08.html?syndication=rss A concept based on Buddhist teachings encourages people to eat slowly, paying close attention to the sensation and purpose of each morsel. Food & wine http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/foodwine/2017459970_mindfuleating08.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:31:05 PST Getting caffeine fix as easy as taking deep breath http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459837_caffeine09.html?syndication=rss AeroShot, went on the market in late January in Massachusetts and New York, and is available in France. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017459837_caffeine09.html?syndication=rss Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:58:12 PST In new diet math, some say subtracting is harder http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443194_weightwatchers07.html?syndication=rss The Consumer: An overhaul to Weight Watchers' diet plan has caused many longtime members to complain about slow weight loss. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443194_weightwatchers07.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:16:03 PST Eating together may put diners' bites in sync, a study finds http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454607_webeating08.html?syndication=rss Are you taking bites at the same time? Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454607_webeating08.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:01:05 PST Marijuana collective worker says pot gave him his life back http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454600_webpot08.html?syndication=rss Pot being used in more cases involving chronic pain. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017454600_webpot08.html?syndication=rss Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:01:04 PST CDC: Bread beats out chips as biggest salt source http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017445874_apusmedsaltyfoods.html?syndication=rss Bread and rolls are the No. 1 source of salt in the American diet, accounting for more than twice as much sodium as salty junk food like potato chips. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017445874_apusmedsaltyfoods.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:31:04 PST CDC: Fewer smokers go to the dentist http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017446523_apusmedsmokersteeth.html?syndication=rss Smokers not only have more problems with their teeth than non-smokers, they also go to the dentist less often. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017446523_apusmedsmokersteeth.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:46:04 PST Vienna mayor promises redress for malaria victims http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017446302_apeuaustriamalariainjections.html?syndication=rss Vienna's mayor on Tuesday promised compensation for anyone injected with the parasite that causes malaria after two former foster home children claimed to have been given such shots in the 1960s. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017446302_apeuaustriamalariainjections.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:31:05 PST Blood clot guidelines challenge economy class risk http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443505_apusmedtravelersbloodclots.html?syndication=rss Good news for budget-minded travelers: There's no proof that flying economy-class increases your chances of dangerous blood clots, according to new guidelines from medical specialists. Travel http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443505_apusmedtravelersbloodclots.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:46:04 PST Deaths of 11 newborns investigated in Venezuela http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017445776_apltvenezuelainfantdeaths.html?syndication=rss Venezuelan health authorities are investigating the deaths of 11 newborns within four days at a single public hospital. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017445776_apltvenezuelainfantdeaths.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:16:04 PST Giving city streets built-in safety and health features http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443204_personalhealthstreet07.html?syndication=rss Personal Health: Safer road designs can slow motor vehicles and separate them from pedestrians and cyclists, and also enhance the physical activity and health of residents. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443204_personalhealthstreet07.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:16:04 PST Aging athlete steps back to health with pre-teen's help http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443256_walkingbuddy07.html?syndication=rss Walking buddies: She's just 11 years old but Charlotte DeVaughn is credited with helping a neighbor regain his mobility after a heart attack and a stroke. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443256_walkingbuddy07.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:31:04 PST A push for family input to detect dementia earlier http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443473_apusmedagingamericahiddendementia.html?syndication=rss Alexis McKenzie's mother had mild dementia, but things sounded OK when she phoned home: Dad was with her, finishing his wife's sentences as they talked about puttering through the day and a drive to the store. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443473_apusmedagingamericahiddendementia.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:01:06 PST Blood clot guidelines challenge economy class risk http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443046_apusmedtravelersbloodclots.html?syndication=rss Good news for budget-minded travelers: There's no proof that flying economy-class increases your chances of dangerous blood clots, according to new guidelines from medical specialists. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443046_apusmedtravelersbloodclots.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:16:05 PST Obama to seek more Alzheimer's research money http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443279_apusmedalzheimersmoney.html?syndication=rss The Obama administration wants to spend just over half a billion dollars on Alzheimer's research next year, hoping to battle back against what could become the defining disease of the aging baby-boom generation. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017443279_apusmedalzheimersmoney.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:16:04 PST Screenings help show who's at risk for dementia http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439537_apusmedagingamericahiddendementiaglance.html?syndication=rss Detecting early warning signs of dementia can be difficult, but there are several types of cognitive screenings - quick, simple tests of memory and thinking skills - that can help a doctor decide if it's time to recommend a more in-depth exam. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439537_apusmedagingamericahiddendementiaglance.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST A push for family input to detect dementia earlier http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439432_apusmedagingamericahiddendementia.html?syndication=rss Alexis McKenzie's mother had mild dementia, but things sounded OK when she phoned home: Dad was with her, finishing his wife's sentences as they talked about puttering through the day and a drive to the store. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439432_apusmedagingamericahiddendementia.html?syndication=rss Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:01:04 PST Chile on alert as prison rats spread hantavirus http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439006_apltchilehantavirusoutbreak.html?syndication=rss Chile declared a public health alert Monday over a hantavirus outbreak that has killed three people and infected at least 10 others. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017439006_apltchilehantavirusoutbreak.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:46:04 PST Dr. Oz's health effort nets 1 million participants http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017435787_apustvozslosers.html?syndication=rss Television already has "The Biggest Loser." Dr. Mehmet Oz is looking for the biggest number of losers. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017435787_apustvozslosers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:31:04 PST Too many kids breathe others' smoke in cars: CDC http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017435177_apusmedsecondhandsmokecars.html?syndication=rss Texting while driving, speeding and back-seat hanky-panky aren't all that parents need to worry about when their kids are in cars: Add secondhand smoke to the list. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017435177_apusmedsecondhandsmokecars.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:01:03 PST Mom may need to stand up for her son, or change her parenting http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413660_exet06.html?syndication=rss Don't introduce your kids to your new guy until you know for a fact he's in it for the long haul. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413660_exet06.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:33:28 PST Medical: Digestive microbes work differently in fat, lean http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017392990_medical06.html?syndication=rss University of Washington researchers find important bacteria information. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017392990_medical06.html?syndication=rss Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:59:38 PST Ask Mr. Dad: When friends let friends down http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413638_mrdad06.html?syndication=rss Seven characteristics that researchers believe (and common sense confirms) are critical to forming long-lasting, healthy friendships: Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413638_mrdad06.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:16:05 PST People's Pharmacy: Surprising drug for severe depression http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017355906_pharmacy05.html?syndication=rss People's Pharmacy answers reader queries about ketamine to treat severe depression and whether iodine or radiation can cause thyroid disease. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017355906_pharmacy05.html?syndication=rss Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:31:03 PST Komen does about-face on cuts to Planned Parenthood http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419200_komen04.html?syndication=rss Susan G. Komen for the Cure has abandoned its plan to cut money to Planned Parenthood that's used for breast-cancer screenings. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419200_komen04.html?syndication=rss Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:16:05 PST Details about the services offered by Planned Parenthood http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419213_plannedhelp04.html?syndication=rss Most of Planned Parenthood's services — 71 percent — are for birth control, and testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017419213_plannedhelp04.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:16:06 PST Surprises about Planned Parenthood cancer testing http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017417766_apusmedplannedparenthoodwhoithelps.html?syndication=rss To many people, breast cancer screening means a mammogram. But for millions of poor, mostly young women who visit Planned Parenthood, it is usually just a physical exam by the only health professional they may ever see. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017417766_apusmedplannedparenthoodwhoithelps.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:16:04 PST Contraception mandate outrages religious groups http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017418697_contra04.html?syndication=rss Religious groups that oppose the new contraception mandate say it forces people of faith to choose between upholding church doctrine and serving the broader society. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017418697_contra04.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:01:05 PST Recall of hard-cooked eggs includes Washington state http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017418298_eggrecall04.html?syndication=rss Washington is among the states affected by a Minnesota company's recall of hard-cooked eggs. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017418298_eggrecall04.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:01:04 PST Komen drops plans to cut Planned Parenthood grants http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017409914_apusplannedparenthoodkomen.html?syndication=rss For leaders of the nation's pre-eminent breast-cancer charity, it was a firestorm they didn't see coming - and couldn't withstand. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017409914_apusplannedparenthoodkomen.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:26:26 PST New map pinpoints Lyme disease risk areas http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413523_apuslymediseasemap.html?syndication=rss Researchers who spent three years dragging sheets of fabric through the woods to snag ticks have created a detailed map they claim could improve prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease. Health http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/health/2017413523_apuslymediseasemap.html?syndication=rss Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:46:03 PST