CBS42 Health Watch http://www.cbs42.com/medical RSS Feed for Health Watch en-us Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:39:06 GMT A Step Toward Anti-aging Medications http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34870554.html Thanks to new research, anti-aging medications may soon be possible. Genetic Links to Male Birth Defect http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34870514.html What’s considered a mild birth defect in baby boys can lead to big problems later in life. However, new findings may help doctors identify and treat the condition earlier. Asthma Risk Increases with Fall Birthday http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34870494.html A fall birthday might make kids oldest in their class at school, but it could also make them more likely to develop asthma. The Genetics of Alcohol Abuse http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34870474.html DNA plays a role in the amount of alcohol you drink, researchers say. Survive Stroke with Support http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34870439.html New research shows high levels of social support can provide protection to the brain during a stroke. Indigo Ointment Soothes Psoriasis http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34801074.html An ointment created from a plant often used in traditional Chinese medicine may sooth the itchy and painful skin condition called psoriasis. Marijuana-like Drug Fights Alzheimer’s http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34801034.html A new study makes the case for an illegal drug by showcasing its potential protective effects against Alzheimer’s disease. Mental Health and Suicide Risk http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34800984.html For the first time, researchers discovered a link between specific psychiatric disorders and increased risk of suicide. Blood Clots in Cancer Patients http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34800974.html A drug meant to inhibit tumor growth may have a dangerous side effect. Weight Loss Surgery for Two http://www.cbs42.com/medical/34800954.html Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby.