What's New in Health: May 7, 2008 Archives

May 7, 2008

IUDs seen to reduce cancer risk

Intrauterine devices are not only among the most effective contraceptives, but they also can help protect women from a cancer of the uterus called endometrial cancer, researchers reported on Tuesday....

Reuters - May 7, 2008

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSN0651615220080507?feedType=RSS&feedName=healthNews

Posted at 2:50 PM

Quick Benefit to Smoking Halt, With a Caveat, Study Finds

Women who stop smoking can enjoy major health benefits within five years, but it can take decades to correct respiratory damage and shed the added risk of lung cancer, researchers reported on Tuesday....

The New York Times - May 7, 2008

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/07/us/07smoke.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss

Posted at 2:45 PM

Irregular Sleep Tied to Obesity, Other Health Problems

People who sleep fewer than six hours a night -- or more than nine -- are more likely to be obese, according to a new government study that is one of the largest to show a link between irregular sleep and big bellies.
The study also linked light sleepers to higher smoking rates, less physical activity and more alcohol use....

The New York Times - May 7, 2008

http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/health/AP-Sleep-Obesity.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss

Posted at 2:41 PM