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• Cancer
  • Winter 2009- Smilow - It’s not a hospital for cancer, it’s a hospital for people with cancer
  • Spring 2009 - Study links pancreatic cancer to hepatitis B
  • Spring 2008 - Prostate cancer patients benefit from being candid with their doctor
  • July 2007 - Researchers looking at programs to help cancer survivors
  • March 2007 - Yale Cancer Center participates in melanoma study
  • December 2006 - Study finds CT screening detects early-stage lung cancer
  • October 2006- Non-melanoma skin cancer affecting younger patients
  • June 2006- New breast cancer screening tool studied by Yale-New Haven Hospital
  • January 2006- Using Herceptin in some breast cancer patients cuts recurrence
  • October 2005- Yale-New Haven Hospital participates in partial breast irradiation study
  • September 2005- Doctors study effectiveness of new screening methods for breast cancer
  • August 2005- Chemotherapy following lung cancer surgery improves survival rate
  • July 2005- Researchers discover blood test to detect ovarian cancer early
  • April 2005- Clinical trials studying whether hormonal therapy drug, antioxidants may prevent prostate cancer
  • March 2005- New class of drugs helps fight hormone-sensitive breast cancer
  • February 2005- Certain melanin makes skin more vulnerable to sunburn
  • January 2005- Study shows feasibility of vaccine therapy to fight brain cancer
  • October 2004- Genetic mutation linked to more aggressive breast tumors in African-American women
  • July 2003- Sentinel node biopsy offers fewer side effects
  • June 2003- Exercise and breast cancer survival: Making a connection
  • February 2003- Ovary removal reduces cancers in BRCA carriers
  • December 2002- Premature menopause side effect of breast cancer treatment
  • July 2002- Using lab discoveries to test for bladder cancer
  • December 2001- Jump in esophageal and stomach cancers prompts study
  • September 2001- NIH recommendations on adjuvant therapy for breast cancer
  • April 2001- Breast reconstruction gaining in popularity
  • February 2001- New screening method for lung cancer?
  • November 2000- Renewed interest in prostate cancer treatment option
  • August 2000- The role of clinical breast exams
  • May 2000- Ovarian Cancer
  • March 2000- Risks of combination hormone replacement therapy
  • February 2000- New tests for bladder cancer
  • December 1999- Confidentiality and cancer genetic testing
  • October 1999- Screening for colorectal cancer
  • September 1999- Using ABCD to detect melanoma
  • July 1999- Trial focuses on breast cancer prevention
  • May 1999- Drop in prostate cancer deaths
  • April 1999- Improving the odds for women with cervical cancer
• Cardiovascular
  • December 2009- Study finds minimall invasive surgical repair for diseased mitral valves safe, effective
  • Janurary 2009- Study suggests survival rates improve when more options available for aneurysm repair
  • Spring 2008- FDA approves new drug-eluting stent for clogged heart arteries
  • October 2007- Stem cell therapy shows promise in regenerating damaged heart muscle
  • February 2007- Proteins may predict who benefits most from cardiac surgery
  • November 2006- Heart disease linked to overweight teens
  • April 2006- Heart attack patients do better at hospitals specializing in angioplasty
  • July 2005- ICDs benefit many patients with heart failure
  • May 2005- Broken heart syndrome mimics heart attacks
  • February 2005- Treating heart failure in adult patients with congenital heart disease
  • January 2005- Risk of stroke lower with off pump surgery
  • November 2004- New cholesterol guidelines for high-risk patients
  • August 2004- Simvastatin cuts heart risks for people with diabetes
  • May 2004- Exercise improves survival rate for heart failure patients
  • March 2004- Tougher blood pressure goals established
  • January 2004- New blood test predicts cardiac risk
  • December 2003- Signs of impending heart attacks among women
  • November 2003- Gender differences in RF catheter ablation therapy
  • October 2003- Transfer for angioplasty benefits heart attack patients
  • July 2003- Trial may widen use of cardiac defibrillators
  • June 2003- New weapon in war against cholesterol
  • March 2003- Sleep imbalance linked to heart disease
  • January 2003- CRP may displace LDL as risk factor for heart attack
  • October 2002- Chest pain not only signal of a heart attack
  • August 2002- Results of new pacemaker heartening
  • July 2002- Fish with omega-3 fatty acids: good fuel for your heart
  • May 2002- Coated stents help keep arteries open
  • March 2002- Poll shows people with diabetes unaware of risk for heart disease
  • January 2002- Simvastatin plus niacin lower heart attack risk
  • November 2001- Heart Association warns against high-protein diets
  • October 2001- Baycol withdrawn because of fatal side effects
  • August 2001- Hormone replacement
  • June 2001- New cholesterol guidelines
  • May 2001- Drug lowers risk of heart attack, stroke and death
  • February 2001- Procedure successful in eliminating heart rhythm disturbances
  • December 2000- Regular vigorous exercise curbs risk of sudden death
  • November 2000- Study points to lower blood pressure target
  • September 2000- America's youth show evidence of heart disease
  • July 2000- Low-salt diet tames hypertension
  • June 2000- Depression and heart disease
  • April 2000- Blood pressure medication, one drug with many benefits
  • March 2000- Lower your risk with good cholesterol
  • January 2000- Stents: benefits outweigh negatives
  • November 1999- Valve disease among fen-phen users
  • October 1999- Drug reduces heart failure deaths
  • September 1999- Mitral valve prolapse frequently misdiagnosed
  • August 1999- High volume heart hospitals may be best choice
  • July 1999- Evidence points to mediterranean diet benefits
  • May 1999- Aspirin and heart disease
  • April 1999- Viagra risk and heart disease
• Mental Health
  • December 2006- Transcranial magnetic stimulation
  • November 2004- Screening test useful for detection of autism
  • July 2004- Early treatment of schizophrenia may improve outcomes
  • March 2004- Studies point out risk of depression high among caregivers
  • December 2003- Timing of light therapy key for curing winter depression
• Neurosciences
  • March 2010- New stroke treatment extends window of opportunity
  • June 2010- Spine surgery most effective for lower back pain, study reveals
  • November 2008- Yale-New Haven Hospital selected for evaluation of novel intracranial stent
  • December 2007- Gene therapy study encouraging for Parkinson's patients
  • May 2007- Study links mild heart dysfunction to increased risk of ischemic stroke
  • February 2007- Does criteria for stroke centers improve care for ischemic stroke?
  • December 2006- Carotid artery stenting with protection study
  • August 2006- Low-dose aspirin reduces women's risk of stroke
• Pediatrics
  • April 2010- Excess snacking contributes to rise in childhood obesity
  • September 2009- Children among those most at risk for complications from the H1N1 virus
  • April 2009- Common steroid medications for children with viral-induced wheezing proves ineffective
  • September 2008- Artificial pancreas holds promise of transforming lives of children with diabetes
  • March 2008- Bicycle-related injuries result in more emergency department visits than from any other recreational sport
  • July 2007- Diabetes twice as likely in obese children
  • February 2007- Sleep problems linked to lower IQ scores and learning impairments
  • December 2006- Children who need emergency care do better at pediatric trauma centers
  • July 2006- Study shows that sports drinks can cause tooth decay
  • May 2006- Warning urged for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity drugs
  • December 2005- Revised recommendations on reducing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
  • September 2005- New meningococcal vaccine recommended
  • August 2005- Increase in adult-type injuries among children and adolescents
  • March 2005- Food allergen labeling
  • February 2004- Throw out syrup of ipecac
  • August 2003- Preemies show gains over time
  • April 2003- Potty training study offers answers
  • February 2003- Can booster seats save lives?
  • July 2002- Eye drops as effective as patching?
  • May 2002- Scooter, skateboard injuries rise with popularity
  • April 2002- Looking at asthma in preschoolers
  • November 2001- The cost of getting the flu
  • October 2001- Why moms stop breastfeeding
  • September 2001- Novel approach to screening for STDs in teens
  • June 2001- Safety concerns limit teen driving
  • April 2001- PKU screening: changing lives for 40 years
  • February 2001- Appendicitis in children: Diagnosing a common problem
  • January 2001- Teething troubles come under suspicion
  • December 2000- New pertussis vaccine proven safer
  • November 2000- Preventing SIDS at home and at daycare
  • September 2000- Changing the definition of early puberty
  • August 2000- Toddler diet lacking in nutrition, fat
  • July 2000- Best way to manage fever in children
  • May 2000- Diabetes on the rise among children
  • March 2000- Medical problems of international adoptees
  • January 2000- Secondhand smoke linked to health problems
  • November 1999- Exercise-induced asthma
  • October 1999- Television viewing and sleep disturbances
  • July 1999- Trampoline Safety
  • May 1999- Use of antibiotics
  • April 1999- Reversing lead poisoning
• Women's health
  • Summer 2010- Breastfeeding saves lives and money, provides necessary nutrients
  • September 2009- Women unaware of bone fracture risks
  • September 2008- Pregnant moms who eat too much may predispose their kids to be overweight
  • April 2008- Some new moms return to work with lingering symptoms
  • July 2007- Study suggests estrogen may help thinks skills if timing is right
  • March 2007- Cola may increase women's osteoporosis risk
  • June 2006- Study shows a low-fat diet may not reduce breast cancer risk
  • May 2005- Choosing a diet plan
  • March 2005- Earlier epidurals offer pain relief without increasing C-sections
  • January 2005- Weak in the knees: Girls' development places them at risk for injury
  • October 2004- Ob/Gyn panel revisits HRT
  • September 2004- Pap tests may be unnecessary for some women
  • June 2004- Hormonal disorder (PCOS) affects many American women
  • April 2004 - How accurate are home pregnancy tests?
  • March 2004 - Antiviral drug cuts herpes transmission rate
  • January 2004 - FDA continues ban on silicone breast implants
  • December 2003- Evaluating treatment for stress urinary incontinence
  • November 2003- Study focuses on progression of menopause and memory loss
  • August 2003- Postpartum depression—going beyond the “Baby Blues”
  • July 2003- Sudden cardiac death strikes women too
  • May 2003- Channel blocker helps Raynaud’s sufferers
  • April 2003- First effective treatment for preterm births
  • March 2003- New cream reduces skin damage from sun
  • December 2002- NIH guidelines for gastric bypass surgery
  • September 2002- Women’s Health Initiative study on HRT stopped
  • July 2002- Strength training boon for aging women
  • May 2002- Yeast infections: Dangers of self diagnosis
  • April 2002- Many women not aware of osteoporosis risk
  • March 2002- Uterine fibroid embolization reduces pain, may enhance women's sex lives
  • February 2002- Estrogen offers no protection against recurrent stroke
  • November 2001- Risk of uterine tears higher after C-section
  • August 2001- PMS guidelines
  • June 2001- High heels dangerous to your health
  • April 2001- Common drug ingredient linked to increased stroke risk
  • March 2001- Younger women fare worse after heart attacks
  • January 2001- Postponing motherhood: the risk of waiting
  • November 2000- Testosterone therapy may benefit post-menopausal women
  • September 2000- Migraines: report of undertreatment prompts new guidelines
  • August 2000- Good news for women with painful periods
  • June 2000- Alcohol and pregnacy
  • May 2000- Clot-disolving treatment for stroke
  • March 2000- Women undertreated for cholesterol
  • February 2000- Doctors restore ovarian function
  • January 2000- Increasing use of epidurals during labor.
  • December 1999- Healthy habits slash heart attack risk
  • October 1999- Heart attacks more deadly for women
  • September 1999- First guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis released
  • July 1999- Stillbirth experience may heighten anxiety and depression in subsequent pregnancy
  • May 1999- Fibroid embolization
  • April 1999- Estrogen: its role in protecting women from heart disease

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