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Study: More Than 50 Percent of Americans on Prescription Meds Last Updated: 11:49 AM 05/14/08 - For the first time, it seems that more than half of all insured Americans are taking prescription medicines regularly for chronic health problems. (Full Story)

Exercise as Teens Lowers Breast Cancer Risk Last Updated: 4:31 PM 05/13/08 - Researchers say girls can help protect themselves from breast cancer later in life just by exercising. (Full Story)

Study: Older Brains Don't Benefit From Painkillers Last Updated: 4:07 PM 05/12/08 - The results from a large government experiment are dimming hopes that two common painkillers might prevent Alzheimer's disease. (Full Story)

Flu Vaccine Makers to Set New Doses Record for Next Season Last Updated: 4:44 PM 05/09/08 - Flu vaccine manufacturers plan to make more doses for next season, even though this year's batch was largely ineffective. (Full Story)

Heart Aware Program Last Updated: 12:58 PM 05/09/08 - Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Nebraska, but now BryanLGH is offering a new program to help you monitor your heart health. (Full Story)

Increasing Nursing Demand Good News for Graduates Last Updated: 8:47 AM 05/08/08 - A nationwide nursing shortage means good news for college graduates looking for their first real job. (Full Story)

Homeless Man Diagnosed with TB Last Updated: 10:08 AM 05/06/08 - A third tuberculosis case in a month has been diagnosed in Omaha. (Full Story)

Wal-Mart Expands Low-Price Drug Program Last Updated: 12:12 PM 05/05/08 - Wal-Mart is expanding its discount prescription drug program to offer a 90-day supply for $10. (Full Story)

Governor Gets Health Care Bill Last Updated: 9:32 AM 05/05/08 - Legislators sent Gov. Kathleen Sebelius a health care bill supporters that say provides greater access to health care for many Kansans and saves them money on their health insurance. (Full Story)

WHO: Child Virus No Threat to Olympics, Death Toll Hits 24 Last Updated: 9:27 AM 05/05/08 - The World Health Organization said the upcoming Beijing Olympics are in no danger from a highly infectious virus that has killed 24 children in China. (Full Story)

Whom Should MDs Let Die in a Pandemic? Last Updated: 9:23 AM 05/05/08 - It would be a gut-wrenching dilemma for doctors if there's a flu pandemic or some other major health-care disaster. (Full Story)

Anti-Psychotic Drugs Used More for U.S. Children Last Updated: 9:20 AM 05/05/08 - Some doctors are taking a look at how many children are taking anti-psychotic medicines, and the effects of treating conditions like autism and hyperactivity. (Full Story)

2 Children in Sick From Contaminated Candy Last Updated: 4:31 PM 05/02/08 - Douglas County health authorities are warning parents about contaminated candy after two children were diagnosed with lead poisoning. (Full Story)

EPA Wants Tougher Lead Rules to Keep Children Safe Last Updated: 3:35 PM 05/01/08 - The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing a major tightening of the health standard for airborne lead. (Full Story)

Study: 58 Percent of Black Children Can't Swim Last Updated: 3:32 PM 05/01/08 - A new study finds that nearly 60 percent of African-American children can't swim, a figure almost twice that of white children. (Full Story)

CDC: 3/4 of New Moms Breast-Feed Their Infants Last Updated: 1:05 PM 04/30/08 - Federal health officials say the number of American babies being breast-fed has hit a 20-year high. (Full Story)

Nebraska Sees Growing Problem with STDs Last Updated: 10:33 AM 04/30/08 - The Douglas County Health Department has released a report that indicates a growing problem with sexually transmitted diseases. (Full Story)

Survey: Nearly 50 Percent of Americans Struggle to Stay Happy Last Updated: 6:36 PM 04/29/08 - Nearly half of Americans are struggling to stay happy and healthy, and just about half are reported to be thriving. (Full Story)

Exercise-Heart Study Casts Doubt on 'Fit but Fat' Theory Last Updated: 12:37 PM 04/29/08 - A new study is challenging the idea that you can be fat and fit. (Full Story)

FDA Takes Closer Look at Lasik Complaints Last Updated: 9:37 AM 04/25/08 - Not everyone is a good candidate for Lasik eye surgery and the government plans to take a closer look at complaints including lost vision, dry eye and night-vision problems. (Full Story)

Consumer Groups Want More Label Information on Alcoholic Drinks Last Updated: 5:57 PM 04/22/08 - Consumer advocates say the government needs to add more details to labels being planned for alcoholic drinks. (Full Story)

Study Finds Life Expectancy Declines for Women in 180 Counties Last Updated: 11:27 AM 04/22/08 - A new study finds that the life expectancy for women in 180 U.S. counties declined significantly between 1983 and 1999. (Full Story)

Group: Children Should Have EKG Before ADHD Drugs Last Updated: 5:27 PM 04/21/08 - The American Heart Association is recommending that children undergo a heart exam before they're prescribed ADHD drugs. (Full Story)

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