January 2010 Headlines

The Mayo Clinic Diet: The Last Diet You'll Ever Need?

Many Americans choose losing weight as their New Year's resolution. Unfortunately, many people choose fad diets that can do more harm than good.

Doubts Heat Up over Global Warming Claims

Things are heating up for the United Nations climate panel as critics claim the group is using sloppy science in its climate change research.

Beyond Blue: Surviving Depressive Mood Disorders

Therese Borchard, author of the hit daily blog "Beyond Blue," spoke to CBN News about what helped her survive depression, anxiety and other depressive issues.

Gates Makes $10 Billion Vaccines Pledge

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will donate $10 billion over the next decade to research new vaccines and bring them to the world's poorest countries.

Increased Patient Cost-Sharing May Hurt Elderly

Higher Medicare copays led to fewer doctors visits and to more and longer hospital stays, a large new study reveals.

More Blood Pressure Worry: It's Linked to Dementia

If the cardiologist's warnings don't scare you, consider this: Controlling blood pressure just might be the best protection yet known against dementia.

Smokers with Cancer Could Quit and Double Survival

People with early lung cancer who quit smoking could double their chances of surviving, a new study says.

Stranger's Organ Donation Creates Unbreakable Bond

Forbes once called Youngstown, Ohio "one of the fastest dying cities in the nation." But the Rust Belt city has given birth to an incredible story of sacrifice.

FDA: Tougher Cancer Warning on Tanning Beds?

As millions head to tanning beds before spring break, the Food and Drug Administration will be debating how to toughen warnings that sunlamps pose cancer risks.

Kids Build 'Sweet' Replica of Ghenghis Khan Weapon

A group of kids in Denver recently recreated a miniature version one of Genghis Khan's most famous weapons.

Johnson & Johnson Expands Tylenol Recall

Johnson & Johnson expanded a recall of over-the-counter medications Friday, the second time it has done so in less than a month because of a moldy smell that has made users sick.

Recognizing Postpartum Depression in New Mothers

Unfortunately, many new mothers try to keep their depression a secret and doing so could have devastating consequences.

Military Advised to Track Spousal Suicide Attempts

For those trying to prevent military suicides, the wife of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has some advice. Don't foret the spouses.

Report: U.S. Obesity Rate Hits Plateau

The rate of obesity in the U.S. seems to be leveling off, according to a major government study published on Wednesday.

Study: Couch Potatoes Could Have Shorter Life Span

A new study shows that being a couch potato may shorten your life.

Toxic Metal Found in Children's Jewelry from China

Some popular costume jewelry made for children in China has tested positive for extremely high levels of the toxic metal cadmium.

Report: December '09 Coldest in 115 Years

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports that the weather during the month of December was one of the coldest in U.S. history.

Google's Nexus One Challenges iPhone

More than 30 percent of all American adults use a smart phone. Apple's iPhone has long dominated the market - until now.

War on Obesity Goes High-Tech

The fight against fat has gone high-tech. Scientists are using new wireless sensors to get more accurate data on people who are overweight.

Study: Good Night's Rest Prevents Depression in Teens

Getting a good night's sleep may help prevent and treat depression in teens.

U.S. Lifts HIV/AIDS Travel Ban

The U.S. has lifted its ban on immigrants with HIV or AIDS from entering the country. The new rule eliminating the ban went into effect Monday.