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Komen drops plans to cut Planned Parenthood grants (AP)	2/3/2012 3:28 PM
AP - For leaders of the nation's pre-eminent breast-cancer charity, it was a firestorm they didn't see coming — and couldn't withstand.
Surprises about Planned Parenthood cancer testing (AP)	2/3/2012 10:02 PM
AP - To many people, breast cancer screening means a mammogram. But for millions of poor, mostly young women who visit Planned Parenthood, it is usually just a physical exam by the only health professional they may ever see.
Latest illnesses point to raw milk's popularity (AP)	2/3/2012 6:40 PM
AP - An outbreak of bacterial infections on the East Coast illustrates the popularity of raw, unpasteurized milk despite strong warnings from public health officials about the potential danger.
Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study (HealthDay)	2/3/2012 10:47 PM
HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- People who consume a few alcoholic drinks a day and have a family history of colorectal cancer are at increased risk for developing colon cancer, new research suggests.
Soy Supplements May Not Shield Against Breast Cancer (HealthDay)	2/3/2012 10:47 PM
HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Soy supplements do not protect women against breast cancer, a new study suggests.
Erotica director Zalman King dies from cancer (Reuters)	2/3/2012 5:35 PM
Reuters - Director Zalman King, best known for erotic film "9 1/2 Weeks" and television series "Red Shoe Diaries," died on Friday in Santa Monica, Calif., after a long battle with cancer. He was 69.
Obesity Could Be Infectious (LiveScience.com)	2/3/2012 3:45 PM
LiveScience.com - We've heard obesity can be "spread" between friends when we copy each other's eating habits, but a new study in mice suggests obesity could actually be infectious.
Study: Follow-up Exams Key in Diagnosing Child Sexual Abuse Problems (ContributorNetwork)	2/1/2012 3:56 PM
ContributorNetwork - In cases of child sexual abuse, a second follow-up exam often finds injuries, trauma or sexually transmitted infections missed on the first evaluation, especially in teens, says a study published by the American Academy of Pediatrics. With 80,000 reports of child sexual abuse in the U.S. annually, doctors say children should be examined at least once more in cases of reported sexual assault. Here are details about child sex abuse and how further medical evaluation might help.
Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study (HealthDay)	2/3/2012 10:47 PM
HealthDay - FRIDAY, Feb. 3 (HealthDay News) -- While a clot-busting medication can often help stop a stroke in its tracks if it's given promptly, a new study finds that a high number of stroke victims continue to fail to get to the emergency room quickly enough to get the drug.
Health Tip: Teach Your Toddler Good Behavior (HealthDay)	2/3/2012 10:47 PM
HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- Toddler tantrums can challenge even the most patient parent, but being firm and consistent can help you discipline your toddler in an effective, loving way.

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