5 Most Outrageous Stories of the Year

Thursday, December 31, 2009

5 Most Outrageous
Stories of the Year
From the oxygen tank bandit to the boy who laid an egg, 2009 had its
fair share of zany, offbeat, and just plain odd happenings. Take a
look back at the year's most bizarre health headlines.

Also See: The 10 Health Stories That Defined 2009

Remembering Celebrities and Notable Figures Who Passed
• Farrah Fawcett Dies of Anal Cancer
• Actress Natasha Richardson Dies After Brain Injury
• Ted Kennedy Dies of Brain Cancer
• Propofol Linked to Michael Jackson's Death
• Patrick Swayze Dies of Pancreatic Cancer

Stories That Had You Talking at the Water Cooler
• Why Hair Goes Gray
• Top 5 Reasons for Skipping Sex
• Blueberries May Banish Belly Fat
• Swine Flu: Signs and Symptoms
• Oral Sex May Cause Throat Cancer
• Household Staple May Fight Fat

Most Popular WebMD Slideshows
• Common Adult Skin Problems
• Bad Bugs
• Sex Drive Killers
• Skin Cancer Signs
• What Your Nails Say About Your Health

More From WebMD
• How to Tell if Your Antidepressant Is Really Working
• Trying to Quit Smoking? Ways to Beat Your Worst Triggers
• Best and Worst Fast Food Breakfasts
• Foods That Make You 'Go' Too Much

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Simple Tips for Taming Your Weight

This content is selected and controlled by WebMD's editorial staff and is funded by Nestlé® Pure Life®.

The Natural Diet: Eat More and Still Lose Weight Still doing the old slash-and-burn diet to lose weight? Can't eat this, won't eat that? That never works. How about eating more instead of less? This diet secret may be as simple as a ripe, red apple. Ideal Weight or Happy Weight? We all have a perfect weight in mind. Yet that's not always the best weight for us. How much weight do you really need to lose to feel great? 10 Tips for Fast, Healthy Cooking It's easy to grab fast food after a hard day. Problem is, it doesn't leave you feeling great. Guess what? You can eat healthy and cut down your kitchen time, too. These 10 quick cooking tips will get you sizzling fast. Workout Secrets From the Pros Get ready to get pumped -- and take the challenge out of staying fit. Start getting more from your workout routine with these tips, tricks, and secrets from today's fitness pros. The New Diet Weapon: Satiety Want to turn off your appetite and feel full faster? Can you finally kick your emotional eating triggers? Find out why losing weight for good may be all about creatively managing your hunger.

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Hangovers, Heartache & Heartburn, Oh My!

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

WebMD's Ultimate
Holiday Survival Kit
'Tis the season to celebrate, but just like some of the gifts you'll
unwrap, the holidays should come with a safety warning: Proceed with
caution -- before you eat, drink, and be merry. Resolve to follow
WebMD's tips for making it through the season - even when
you're not feeling all that festive.

Don't Let Hangovers Dampen Your Spirit
• The Best Strategies for Hangover-Free Holidays
• 5 Expert Rules for Treating Hangovers
• 12 Myths About Your Hangover
• The Truth About Hangover Helpers
• Alcohol Plus Coffee: A Dangerous Mix

Happy Holidays! I'm Dumping You
• The Grown-up's Guide to Breaking Up
• He's Just Not That Into You!
• De-Stress Your Relationship Now
• 7 Common Relationship Problems -- Solved!
• Pillow Talk: Stop Having the Same Fight
• Lost Your Sex Drive? This Might Be Why

Take a (Permanent) Holiday From Heartburn
• 10 Heartburn Hints for the Holidays
• Heartburn Worry: Serious or Not?
• Foods to Eat, Foods to Avoid
• Top 10 Heartburn-Triggering Foods
• Get Heartburn Relief Fast
• This Is What Heartburn Looks Like

More Healthy-Holiday Strategies From WebMD
• When It's More Than Just the Holiday Blues
• Foods You Should Avoid When You Have RA?
• Resolving to Quit? Beat Your Worst Smoking Triggers
• Watch for These Weight Gain Shockers
• Very Bad Fast-Food Breakfasts
• 15 Immune-Boosting Foods
• Foods That Make You 'Go' Again

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Time-Tested Tricks for Faking Fuller Hair

		Monday , December 21, 2009
	In This Issue:   • Spices May Prevent Breast Cancer   • The Truth About Why Men Cheat   • My Cervix Tilts Up; What Does This Mean? Time-Tested Tricks for Faking Fuller Hair Tired of limp, lifeless hair? Don't give up! Here are some secrets from the pros that will give your hair a beautiful boost. Also See:   • Eat These Healthy Feel-Good Foods   • Looking Young May Help You Live Longer   • Keys to Averting a Midlife Crisis Health News & Features Spices May Prevent Breast Cancer A new study suggests that compounds found in black pepper and curry powder may protect against breast cancer. Also See:   • Why Women Wrinkle Around the Mouth   • Coffee + Alcohol: A Dangerous Mix The Truth About Why Men Cheat Tiger Woods really takes the cake. Why do men with beautiful wives and sensational lives cheat? Read on! Also See:   • Essential Screening Tests for Women   • 4 Ways to Clear Up Skin Imperfections More From WebMD: • Best Way to Wash Your Face: Our Dermatologist Weighs In • What Are You Doing to Manage Your RA? • 10 Best Foods for Your Skin • Does Your Child Have This Embarrassing Condition? • Depression Health Check: Assess Your Symptoms From The WebMD Network • What Causes Cellulite? • What Are the Risks Associated With Liposuction? Members Are Talking My Cervix Tilts Up; What Does This Mean? This member went to the doctor and learned that her cervix tilts up. Will it affect her fertility or ability to give birth? Read more on the Women's Health: GYN Issues message board. From Our Sponsors Bladder Control Problems? Treatment for a Life Less Interrupted What could a life with fewer bladder leaks and wetting accidents mean to you? Learn about a once-daily treatment that can help reduce bladder interruptions for a full 24 hours. Life Doesn't Slow Down for Menopause Menopause can be both a physical and emotional journey for a woman. The good news is it can also be a time for new beginnings-a sort of assageway to a new part of life. Freedom from worries about pregnancy and birth control. But it can also mean uncomfortable and inconvenient symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal dryness and atrophy. If these symptoms are moderate to severe, you may want to consider your estrogen therapy (ET) options. Depression Has Many Faces For some people, depression is a matter of feeling sad, restless, or having trouble concentrating or making decisions. For others, fatigue, aches, pains, and other physical problems are part of their depression, too. Learn about a medication that may treat a broad range of symptoms. Newsletter Management Don't miss an issue of this newsletter. Add WebMD to your email's safe sender list -- get instructions here. You are subscribed as vikiana4.medicallhotline@blogger.com. View and manage your WebMD newsletter preferences. Subscribe to more newsletters. Change/update your email address. To unsubscribe from this Women's Health newsletter, send a blank email to women_unsub@health.webmd.com. To unsubscribe from ALL WebMD newsletters, send a blank email to unsub@health.webmd.com. WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy 1175 Peachtree Street, Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.	advertisement advertisement WebMD Shortcuts Women's Health Center Women's Support Groups News Center Boards & Blogs Home Page

7 Reasons for Your Tummy Troubles

		Monday, December 14, 2009
	In This Issue:   • Why Women Live Longer Than Men   • 10 Ways to Burn Off Holiday Calories   • Should I Date a Much Younger Co-Worker? 7 Reasons for Your Tummy Troubles Bloating, cramping, heartburn -- stomach woes are the norm for many women this time of year. 7 Common Triggers and How to Avoid Them Also See:   • Men, Women React Differently to Danger   • Winter Skin Care No-Nos    • Exercise Does Keep You Young Health News & Features Why Women Live Longer Than Men Researchers may have found out why women outlive men. And the answer is all in the sperm. Also See:   • Personalized Ovarian Cancer Treatment   • Antidepressants May Change Personality 10 Ways to Burn Off Holiday Calories Tempting holiday treats and lack of time are notorious diet killers. Here are simple ways to keep the pounds at bay from now until the New Year. Also See:   • Fight Sugar Cravings   • 12 Hangover Myths More From WebMD:   • Play the Memory Challenge Game   • All About Your Baby: Head to Toe   • Could Your Nagging Cough Be Dangerous?   • See 15 Immune-Boosting Super Foods   • Take the Depression Health Check From The WebMD Network   • What Is Placenta Previa?   • How Can I Get Rid of Stretch Marks? Members Are Talking Should I Date a Much Younger Co-Worker? This member is 30 and thinks a co-worker who is seven years younger than her is pretty hot. Should she go for it? Read more on the Couple Coping: Support Group message board. From Our Sponsors Bladder Control Problems? Treatment for a Life Less Interrupted What could a life with fewer bladder leaks and wetting accidents mean to you? Learn about a once-daily treatment that can help reduce bladder interruptions for a full 24 hours. Has Your Doctor Recommended a Hysterectomy? If your doctor has recommended a hysterectomy, it's likely that you have a lot of questions. This can be a very emotional time for a woman. Make sure you're getting all the support you need. And if you're considering estrogen therapy to manage your symptoms, learn more about your options. Depression Has Many Faces For some people, depression is a matter of feeling sad, restless, or having trouble concentrating or making decisions. For others, fatigue, aches, pains, and other physical problems are part of their depression, too. Learn about a medication that may treat a broad range of symptoms. Newsletter Management Don't miss an issue of this newsletter. Add WebMD to your email's safe sender list -- get instructions here. You are subscribed as vikiana4.medicallhotline@blogger.com. View and manage your WebMD newsletter preferences. Subscribe to more newsletters. Change/update your email address. To unsubscribe from this Women's Health newsletter, send a blank email to women_unsub@health.webmd.com. To unsubscribe from ALL WebMD newsletters, send a blank email to unsub@health.webmd.com. WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy 1175 Peachtree Street, Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.	advertisement advertisement WebMD Shortcuts Women's Health Center Women's Support Groups News Center Boards & Blogs Home Page

15 Supercharged Foods That Strengthen Immunity

		Monday , December 7, 2009
	In This Issue:   • Bacteria Key to Healthy Skin   • 10 Ways to Eat Better for Less   • Tips for Breaking Up With My Doctor 15 Supercharged Foods That Strengthen Immunity If you could eat certain foods to keep healthy you would, wouldn't you? Well, you're in luck. These easy-to-find foods may do the trick. Also See:   • Drug May Boost Women's Sexual Desire   • Can Supplements Help You Sleep Better?   • 4 Complexion Imperfections Solved Health News & Features Bacteria Key to Healthy Skin Bacteria on your skin isn't all bad. Why some bacteria are crucial to maintaining a healthy glow. Also See:   • Diabetes Rate May Double By 2034   • Men and Women Experience Anger Differently 10 Ways to Eat Better for Less Healthful eating doesn't have to break the bank. 10 ways to eat better on a budget. Also See:   • Exercises for Blasting Back Fat   • Treating Low Thyroid More From WebMD: • Ask Our Dermatologist About Age Spots and Wrinkles • Rate Your Pain and Fatigue: Take the Fibromyalgia Health Check • 10 Signs of Painkiller Abuse • Great Green Gift Ideas From The WebMD Network • Dementia and Disorders of the Brain • Symptoms of Ovarian Cysts Members Are Talking Tips for Breaking Up With My Doctor This member thinks her doctor is incompetent and wants to move on. How can she get her record and exit gracefully? Read more on the RA: Support Group message board. From Our Sponsors Bladder Control Problems? Treatment for a Life Less Interrupted What could a life with fewer bladder leaks and wetting accidents mean to you? Learn about a once-daily treatment that can help reduce bladder interruptions for a full 24 hours. Has Your Doctor Recommended a Hysterectomy? If your doctor has recommended a hysterectomy, it's likely that you have a lot of questions. This can be a very emotional time for a woman. Make sure you're getting all the support you need. And if you're considering estrogen therapy to manage your symptoms, learn more about your options. Depression Has Many Faces For some people, depression is a matter of feeling sad, restless, or having trouble concentrating or making decisions. For others, fatigue, aches, pains, and other physical problems are part of their depression, too. Learn about a medication that may treat a broad range of symptoms. Newsletter Management Don't miss an issue of this newsletter. Add WebMD to your email's safe sender list -- get instructions here. You are subscribed as vikiana4.medicallhotline@blogger.com. View and manage your WebMD newsletter preferences. Subscribe to more newsletters. Change/update your email address. To unsubscribe from this Women's Health newsletter, send a blank email to women_unsub@health.webmd.com. To unsubscribe from ALL WebMD newsletters, send a blank email to unsub@health.webmd.com. WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy 1175 Peachtree Street, Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.	advertisement advertisement WebMD Shortcuts Women's Health Center Women's Support Groups News Center Boards & Blogs Home Page

Popular Diet Drinks Recalled

Friday, December 4, 2009

Nationwide Recall
of Popular Diet Drink
All Slim-Fast ready-to-drink canned products are being recalled
because they may be contaminated with a bacterium called Bacillus
cereus. It can cause diarrhea, nausea, and/or vomiting.
See WebMD's report for more details on this news.

Related WebMD Reading & Resources
• Best, Worst Drinks for Weight Loss - See Pictures
• Experts Weigh In on Best Diet Snacks
• 10 Foods Most Likely to Make You Sick
• Many Food-Borne Illnesses Go Unreported
• Surprising Place Where Bacteria Flourish

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Best & Worst Fruit Juices

		Monday, November 30, 2009
	In This Issue:   • Texting Can Be Pain in Neck, Shoulders   • Top Healthy Restaurant Lunches   • How Do You Apply Eye Liner to Maximum Advantage? Best & Worst Fruit Juices A glass of OJ tastes great, but is yours loaded with calories and sugar? 8 Juice Alternatives Also See:   • Mammogram Debate: What Age to Start?   • 10 Things That Trigger Holiday Blues   • Which Vitamins Are Right for You Health News & Features New Warning About Texting Too much text messaging may increase overuse injuries and pain, in two key body parts. How much is too much? Also See:   • Movie Theater Popcorn Reviewed   • Mummies Had Heart Disease, Too Best Bets: Healthy Restaurant Lunches Don't toss your healthy eating plan because you're dining out. Expert picks seven healthy options at restaurant chains. Also See:   • 13 Ways to Combat Sugar Cravings   • Tips for Healthier Holiday Toys & Gifts More From WebMD:   • Best Cities for Asthma Sufferers   • Beware: Too Much Stress Can Trigger Cold Sores   • Could Your Symptoms Be Fibromyalgia?   • Top Face Creams for Women   • Could You Be Depressed? Check Your Symptoms From The WebMD Network   • Young Children: Child Development (6-8 Years Old)   • What's the Best Treatment for Urinary Tract Infections? Members Are Talking Apply Eye Liner Like a Pro Members share their tricks for getting elegant eyes and avoiding the raccoon look. You know these tricks? Read more on the Makeup Tips and Tricks message board. From Our Sponsors Bladder Control Problems? Treatment for a Life Less Interrupted What could a life with fewer bladder leaks and wetting accidents mean to you? Learn about a once-daily treatment that can help reduce bladder interruptions for a full 24 hours. Need Help Getting Your Cholesterol Right? It's important to get your cholesterol right, especially if you have certain other health factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, family history of early heart disease, advancing age, or if you smoke or are overweight. Proper diet and exercise are a good start, but sometimes they may not be enough. Understand good and bad cholesterol, and get the inside track on what your numbers mean. Talk to your doctor to learn about your options and consider a treatment that may help. And you don't have to do it alone. Sign up for a free support program to help you get-and stay-on track. Visit High Cholesterol, Plaque Buildup & Your Arteries Has Your Doctor Recommended a Hysterectomy? If your doctor has recommended a hysterectomy, it's likely that you have a lot of questions. This can be a very emotional time for a woman. Make sure you're getting all the support you need. And if you're considering estrogen therapy to manage your symptoms, learn more about your options. Newsletter Management Don't miss an issue of this newsletter. Add WebMD to your email's safe sender list -- get instructions here. You are subscribed as vikiana4.medicallhotline@blogger.com. View and manage your WebMD newsletter preferences. Subscribe to more newsletters. Change/update your email address. To unsubscribe from this Women's Health newsletter, send a blank email to women_unsub@health.webmd.com. To unsubscribe from ALL WebMD newsletters, send a blank email to unsub@health.webmd.com. WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy 1175 Peachtree Street, Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.	advertisement advertisement WebMD Shortcuts Women's Health Center Women's Support Groups News Center Boards & Blogs Home Page