Category Archives: Parenting

Circumcision Helps Cut HPV Transmission Rate, Study Finds (HealthDay)

Posted on January 9, 2011 by itchy tasty

THURSDAY, Jan. 6 (HealthDay News) — Among HIV-negative sexual partners, male circumcision helps prevent the transmission of human papillomavirus from men to women, according to a new study. However, circumcision offers only partial protection and partners must still practice safe … Continue reading →

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US says too much fluoride causing splotchy teeth (AP)

Posted on January 8, 2011 by itchy tasty

ATLANTA – In a remarkable turnabout, federal health officials say many Americans are now getting too much fluoride because of its presence not just in drinking water but in toothpaste, mouthwash and other products, and it’s causing splotches on children’s … Continue reading →

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Infant Organ Donors Could Help Meet Transplant Needs: Study (HealthDay)

Posted on January 7, 2011 by itchy tasty

THURSDAY, Jan. 6 (HealthDay News) — The organs of about 8 percent of infants who suffer cardiac death in newborn intensive care units (NICUs) would be eligible for donation and could help save the lives of other infants and young … Continue reading →

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