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TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- A controlled dose of the main ingredient in hallucinogenic mushrooms appears to reduce anxiety and lift spirits in people battling advanced cancer, researchers report. In a small pilot study, the compound psilocybin appeared to...

TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- Larger companies and those in more populated areas of the United States are more likely to offer dental insurance to workers, finds the first comprehensive study on the issue. The analysis of state-by-state and nationwide dental...

-- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) To qualify for this trial of irritable bowel syndrome, you must be 18 or older and currently diagnosed with IBS. The research site is in...

-- Many types of standard lunch fare are packed with calories and fat. But there are healthier alternatives that can make for a more nutritious lunch. The Nemours Foundation suggests these healthier lunch options: Turkey and other low-fat deli...

-- Allergic skin conditions may include eczema and hives. But how do you know if you have one? The American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology offers these typical symptoms of a skin allergy: An unusual rash. Skin that appears red, scaly or...

TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- The fillings and sealants that many dentists use can expose children to the controversial chemical bisphenol A (BPA), a new analysis indicates, but such exposure is short-lived and it remains unclear whether or not it poses a...

Part one of three-part series TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- Are American consumers "health literate" enough to play a leading role in their health care and coverage decisions? That question will be put to the test in 2014, when more than 30 million uninsured...

TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- The cost of medical malpractice in the United States is $55.6 billion a year, which is 2.4 percent of annual health-care spending, a new study shows. The researchers said their estimate includes $45.6 billion in what's known as...

TUESDAY, Sept. 7 -- An estimated 17 percent of all patients who visit U.S. hospital emergency departments could be treated at urgent care centers or retail medical clinics instead, a move that would save $4.4 billion a year in health care costs, a...

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: Mellow Reaction to 1st TV Ad for Medical Marijuana Dispensary A television ad for the CannaCare medical marijuana dispensary in Sacramento,...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- A low-carbohydrate diet that derives fats and proteins from vegetable sources rather than meats is probably healthier, new research finds. Comparing the two types of diets over two decades, researchers found that the low-carb,...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- When given the choice to gaze at geometric patterns or children dancing and playing, toddlers with autism spent more time looking at the patterns while typically developing toddlers preferred to look at other kids, a new study...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- Common chemicals found in everything from non-stick cookware to grease-resistant food packaging appear to be associated with increases in cholesterol levels in adolescents, a new study suggests. People are exposed to these...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- Money can help buy happiness -- at least if you're bringing in about $75,000 a year, new research shows. While happiness increases along with annual household incomes up to about $75,000, beyond that, earning more money has no...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- Infants and preschoolers who don't get enough sleep at night are at increased risk for later childhood obesity, a new study suggests. The researchers also found that daytime naps are not an adequate substitute for lost nighttime...

MONDAY, Sept. 6 -- As parents prepare for their children's return to school, they need to remember that healthy meals and snacks are essential for learning. "Parents can make the school day easier for their children by providing nutritious and yummy...

-- Usually, your child will give up sucking on a thumb with time. But if the practice seems to go on too long, you can take steps to encourage your child to stop thumb-sucking. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these suggestions: Don't...

-- Chapped hands can be painful, but you can prevent the condition by keeping hands moisturized and protected. The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions: Protect hands from exposure to the sun, very cold weather and wind. Don't...

SUNDAY, Sept. 5 -- Skiers and other winter sports tourists who visit the Alps are at increased risk for heart attack due to low temperatures, high altitude and inadequate conditioning for intense physical exertion, finds a new study. The risk is...

SUNDAY, Sept. 5 -- As college students begin to settle into their new dorm rooms at campuses nationwide, one New York City-based public health advocate is offering some basic advice to help them stay healthy during the upcoming flu season. Kathryn...