On our Lab Notes page CalorieLab’s editors select and rank the day’s essential health news items in real time. Readers can suggest, vote and comment on items. Below are brief summaries of this past week’s (September 8, 2012 through September 15, 2012) Lab Notes items. To see today’s items, visit Lab Notes.
1. Psychopathic Trait Makes a Good President
Successful U.S. presidents have a psychopathic personality trait in common: fearless dominance, say researchers from Emory University.
2. Topical Pain Relievers Can Cause Burns
Topical relievers that can be purchased over-the-counter have been tied to a very small number of chemical burns, but some of them have been serious enough for the FDA to issue a warning about this potential adverse effect.
3. ABC Sued for Using Term “Pink Slime”
ABC News has been sued for defamation and $1.2 billion by the manufacturers of what has been dubbed “pink slime,” a beef product that has been called into question.
4. Diet May Play Role in Alzheimer’s Disease
Vitamin C and beta-carotene may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease finds a new study.
5. Obesity More Common in Rural vs Urban Areas
Obesity is more common among Americans who live in rural areas than in cities.
6. Tourist Deaths in SE Asia Spur Investigation
Two young women die mysteriously while traveling in SE Asia. Experts suspect insecticide poisoning, citing similar deaths.
7. 2009 Tax Hike Means Fewer 2012 Smokers
Since the 2009 hike in federal cigarette taxes, 3 million fewer Americans smoke and the overall smoker rate is an all-time low 19%, with decreases of more than 10% among such groups as teens, the elderly, the poor, and those on government health care.
8. NYC Passes Ban on Supersized Drinks
The New York City Board of Health has voted in support of a law that will limit sodas and other sugary drinks at restaurants to 16 ounces. “This would slow the obesity epidemic and prevent much needless illness,” says Health Commissioner Thomas Farley.
9. Ricotta Salata Cheese Recalled for Listeria
Frescolina ricotta salata cheese contaminated with listeria has caused three deaths in Minnesota, Nebraska and New York.
10. Campaigns Against Obesity Can Backfire
Messages of anti-obesity campaigns may leave some obese Americans feeling shame and depression.
11. Fish Oil Not as Wonderful as Thought
Fish oil supplements may not protect the heart as well as many people think, suggest researchers
12. Feds Seek Nationwide College Smoking Bans
The U.S. government is initiating a campaign to have colleges and universities ban smoking and all sales of tobacco products on school property. Already, 774 schools prohibit smoking on campus, and 562 prohibit all tobacco use, including smokeless.
13. CDC Says Climate Change Is Health Threat
Health officials from the CDC say that the poster child for global warming shouldn’t be a polar bear, but a child.
14. Marijuana Use May Up Testicular Cancer Risk
A third study supports the link between marijuana use in men and a higher risk of developing testicular cancer.
15. Leafy Greens Are Essential Superfood
Cooler weather may mean the end of peak season for some fresh fruits and vegetables, but it is the perfect time to add dark leafy greens to your diet. These nutrient powerhouses may offer protection against many health conditions, including heart disease.
16. Heavy Kids Eat Less Than Healthy Weight Ones
Combating childhood obesity means amping up activity, says new study that finds that overweight older kids consume fewer calories than their healthy weight peers.
17. Immunizations Down for CA Private School Kids
A new survey shows a correlation between private school attendance and parents’ choice to not vaccinate their kids.
18. Van Halen Says Fad Diet Nearly Killed Him
Rocker Eddie Van Halen blames the Master Cleanse diet for almost killing him. Van Halen needed emergency abdominal surgery to save his life.
19. Diet Companies Support Drink Size Limit
New York City’s plan to place a 16 ounce limit on the size of sugary drinks sold in restaurants, delis, theaters and other commercial establishments has been endorsed by major diet companies Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers and the South Beach Diet.
(By CalorieLab editors)
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