Zambia, WHO join hunt for S.Africa's deadly mystery illness

Fan use linked to lower risk of sudden baby death

AP - Using a fan to circulate air seemed to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome in a study of nearly 500 babies, researchers reported Monday. Placing babies on their backs to sleep is the best advice for preventing SIDS, a still mysterious cause of death.

Gene discovery may help hunt for blindness cure

Reuters - Scientists have discovered a gene mutation linked to the most common cause of blindness in the developed world, holding out the prospect of better treatments and perhaps eventually a cure.

Taiwan suggests SARS a China warfare plot

China hospital bosses fired in new baby death scandal

Reuters - Nine Chinese hospital officials have been fired, including the president and a vice president, after eight newborn babies died from infection, state media said on Tuesday in the latest health scandal to hit the country.

U.S. official says online drug videos threaten teens

Reuters - The director of the White House war on drugs said on Monday that Internet videos that show people getting high pose a dangerous threat to teenagers by encouraging them to use drugs and alcohol.

Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival

HealthDay - SUNDAY, Oct. 5 (HealthDay News) -- Men who are overweight and who have high insulin levels when they are diagnosed with prostate cancer may be more likely to die from the disease, research shows.

Health Tip: Boost Your Energy

HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- If you often feel out of breath or seem to tire easily, you probably should better pace yourself.

Health Tip: Biking Safely

HealthDay - (HealthDay News) -- Proper supervision and wearing protective gear, especially a helmet, are critical to biking safely.