Health News Archives

Teens With ADHD, Depression Risk Internet Addiction
In a wired world, obsessive use is likely to increase, experts say

Antibiotics Bought Easily on the Internet
Study found 138 sites that sold them illegally, without a prescription

Chronic Media Multi-Tasking Makes It Harder to Focus
Study found those who did it a lot fared worse on tests of concentration

A Smudge-Free Smart Phone Screen?
New test could lead to clearer glass for hand-held technologies

Web Is Becoming One-Stop Shopping for Health Help
For support, advice or treatment, online interventions now await

Stent Studies Tied to Rapid Changes in Use
Fast dissemination of data may become main stimulus for change, experts say

Internet May Be Newest Venue for Teen Tobacco Exposure
Social networking sites latest place to view smoking-related content, study shows

Electronic System Helps Track Diabetes Care
Patients benefit from shared information with doctors, Canadian study shows

Provocative Online Portrayals Can Get Teen Girls in Trouble
Study found they raised the chances of online advances, offline meetings

To Quit Smoking, Try Logging On
Computer- and Web-based programs may help smokers stop, study finds