More children growing up dangerously overweight
More and more children are growing up dangerously overweight.
February 01, 2012

Health briefs published February 01, 2012
Health briefs published in The Daily News
February 01, 2012

Research focuses on cancer cells that glow
GALVESTON — Researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch received a grant to institute a research program focused on tracking the spread of cancer.
January 31, 2012

Vaccine to fight cocaine addiction shows promise
A new vaccine that stimulates the immune system to produce anti-cocaine antibodies is showing great promise in helping fight addiction.
January 31, 2012

Falls make aging gracefully a difficult task
Increasing awareness of your daily activities and recognizing your limitations are two of the biggest ways to prevent falls as you age.
January 31, 2012

Lefeber lectures on aging to begin
The Lefeber Winter Lecture Series on Aging launches with “Predicting survival of older adults: Findings from a biosocial survey” by Noreen Goldman.
January 31, 2012

Eat with your mind, not just your mouth
Taking your time when you eat can help you eat less and eat healthier.
January 31, 2012

The need for multiple principles
The ACP manual is very clear in stressing the overriding duty to the patient’s well-being.
January 30, 2012

Student receives MLK Jr. award
Medical student David Darrow was honored with the 2012 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Award.
January 24, 2012

Texas City TOPS Club celebrates 50th anniversary
TEXAS CITY — The Texas City Take Off Pounds Sensibly Club will celebrate next week 50 years of weight-loss success.
January 24, 2012

Self-destruct gene could cut mosquito population
Genetically altered mosquitoes could help cut populations by passing a self-destruct gene to offspring, killing them before they mature.
January 24, 2012

Five ways to battle constipation
Drinking prune juice is just one of several ways to help your body stay regular.
January 24, 2012

Ear infections, living with smoker linked
Here is more information on ear infections and smoking in children’s living space.
January 24, 2012

New trials show existing HIV drugs may slow spread
A new drug study shows that two existing HIV drugs may work as a preventative against spreading the disease.
January 17, 2012

Bodies Revealed gives insight on human anatomy
GALVESTON — Bodies Revealed will open Feb. 11 at the Moody Gardens Discovery Pyramid.
January 17, 2012

Road closure scheduled for crane delivery
Postoffice Street near Eighth Street will be closed for three days because of the placement of a crane.
January 17, 2012

A 5-step combo to prevent and recover from cancer
Dr. Victor S. Sierpina shares a 5-point combination that focuses on diet, exercise and stress management in helping prevent and recover from cancer.
January 17, 2012

Consider quitting smoking for your kids
Strong evidence links environmental tobacco smoke to the increasing development of asthma symptoms in children.
January 17, 2012

Health briefs for January 13, 2012
There will be a free health and wellness expo for seniors ages 55 and older today in the gym at College of the Mainland.
January 13, 2012

Media deluge may reinforce bad behavior
A new study says the hours young people spend in front of the TV reinforces destructive behaviors like alcohol abuse and cigarette smoking.
January 10, 2012

Construction to begin at Clear Lake Medical Center
WEBSTER — Groundbreaking ceremonies for the hospital's renovations and addition are set for Thursday.
January 10, 2012

5 ways to decrease silent inflammation
Learn 5 food-related ways to fight silent inflammation, which causes many of today's chronic diseases.
January 10, 2012

Biological age: What does it really mean?
Many companies claim they can tell you your biological age, but are they giving their clients reliable information?
January 10, 2012

New Year's resolutions: A second opinion
Another year has ended, and many of us are gathering up our willpower for a brand new set of New Year’s resolutions.
January 03, 2012

The ultimate prize in biology
The immune system is an amazing yet ancient biological function that makes it possible for life to flourish on earth.
January 03, 2012