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‘Explosion’ of Sex-Spread Hepatitis C in HIV-Positive Men

July 21st, 2011 Comments off

There is an ongoing “explosion” of deadly hepatitis C among men who have sex with men. It’s spread mainly by anal sex, often enhanced by methamphetamine, according to a CDC report.

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‘Explosion’ of Sex-Spread Hepatitis C in HIV-Positive Men

Not All Belly Fat Is Bad for the Heart

July 21st, 2011 Comments off

Where a person stores body fat may be more important for heart disease risk than how big they are, a new study shows.

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Not All Belly Fat Is Bad for the Heart

Being Optimistic May Reduce Risk of Stroke

July 21st, 2011 Comments off

Findings from a new study suggest that being optimistic may reduce your risk of stroke.

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Being Optimistic May Reduce Risk of Stroke

Study: Blood Test Detects Early Alzheimer’s

July 21st, 2011 Comments off

Australian researchers report they’re a step closer to developing a simple blood test for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Study: Blood Test Detects Early Alzheimer’s