Kyoto Climate Treaty's Greenhouse 'Success'

With major climate talks in Copenhagen looming, a UN report tallies Kyoto's achievements.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Election Day

Elections are historically held in November because of the country's agrarian roots.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Bob McDonnell

The former state attorney general hopes to be Virginia’s next governor.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Creigh Deeds

The Democratic state senator is vying for Virginia governor.

Pelosi's Public Option a Nod to Moderates

Both the House and Senate healthcare bills will include a public option, but a battle looms.

Trauma Deadlier for Kids Without Insurance

Finding emphasizes need to fix U.S. health care, expert says

Folate Levels in Pregnancy Tied to ADHD in Offspring

Prenatal nutrition seems to affect child's nervous system, brain growth, researchers say

A Woman's Place Is at the Pentagon

Michele Flournoy and other high-ranking females are leading the way for a new generation.

Severe Swine Flu Can Kill Young, Old Alike

Seniors may carry some immunity, but more likely to die if hospitalized, study finds

Low Cholesterol May Help Prevent Cancer

Two studies dispel longstanding fears about possible connection

CDC Urges Patience As More Swine Flu Shots Arrive

Total should near 42 million by week's end; more health-care workers getting vaccine

Deadly Stomach Bug Making Inroads Outside Hospitals

Study finds growing number of <i>C. difficile</i> infections among elderly

Democrats: Elections Not a Referendum on Obama

GOP head Michael Steele is all smiles and is predicting a big day in New Jersey and Virginia.

Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients

But no one's suggesting the drugs should be stopped

Sugar Shortens Life Span in Worms

But it's unclear whether the same holds true for humans, researchers say

Depression May Blur Memory of Aches and Pains

Expert suggests having people write down symptoms as they occur

World Trade Center Workers Twice as Likely to Have Asthma

Rates continued to rise for several years after the attacks, study shows

Raw Images: Cassini's Close Flyby of Saturn's Moon

NASA's Cassini spacecraft performs flyby of Saturn's moon, Enceladus.

Health Buzz: E. Coli Blamed for 2 Deaths and Other Health News

Lifestyle factors and Alzheimer's disease; what teens believe about Facebook and MySpace.

Tip of the Green Spear: The Military Leads on Efficiency, Alternative Energy

Doe-eyed do-gooders aren't the face of environmentalism, the U.S. military is.

Has President Obama Fulfilled His Campaign Promises Since Last Election Day?

Does the president still inspire the hope and change of his campaign?

FDA Issues Warning for Diabetes Drug

Reports of kidney problems for those using Byetta prompted action

Drug Could Help Treat Small HER2-Positive Breast Tumors

Researcher urges studies to determine benefits of anti-HER2 therapies

CDC Finds U.S. 30th in Infant Mortality

Finding is attributed to country's high rate of premature births

Prominent Inventor Believed in Loch Ness Monster to the End

Rines was well known for his prototype radar, along with his belief in the existence of Nessie.

3 Holiday Gifts That Keep on Giving

Instead of giving your kids another gift certificate, consider teaching them a lesson in saving.

African Countries Boycott UN Climate Talks

Though they are the most vulnerable to global warming, Africans argue they are least responsible.

Why do Animals Have so Many Different Colors?

Darwin attributed color diversity to sexual selection, but another factor may be at play.

Limbaugh, Palin Urge Right to Purge Moderates From Republican Party

A House race highlights drive to purge moderates from the Republican Party.

Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 3, 2009

Health Highlights: Nov. 3, 2009

Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss

Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say

Switch to 'Light' Cigarettes Makes Quitting Tougher

Smokers may mistakenly believe they're 'healthier,' researchers say

Health Tip: Have a Food Allergy?

Here are possible warning signs

Avoiding Another Space Shuttle Disaster

Extending a bird-watching system, a team devises method for real-time spotting of dangerous debris.

Mount Kilimanjaro's Glaciers Could Soon Vanish

World-renowned ice caps may disappear by the 2020s.

Building a Diet That Lowers Inflammation

Certain foods reduce inflammation, while others raise it. What to eat, what to avoid.

Inflammation, Genes, and Hypertension All Contribute to Alzheimer's Risk

While you can't control your genes, you can improve the other two and lower your risk of dementia.

Chronic Inflammation: Reduce It to Protect Your Health

Inflammation is linked to diabetes, depression, heart disease, and cancer; what you can do about it.

CDC Study Links 2 Antibiotics to Birth Defects

No added risk was found, however, for most commonly used infection-fighters

College President Salaries Continued to Climb

Some salaries increased by 15 percent before the economic crunch hit.

GOP: Karzai Win Clears Way for Obama Troop Decision

Despite Abdullah's decision, the Afghan government is still a source of concern in Washington.

TV May Increase Aggression in Toddlers

The more watched, the more aggressive the behavior, study finds

One Dose of Swine Flu Vaccine Works for Pregnant Women

Young children need two doses, spaced several weeks apart, U.S. health officials say

Diet Soda, Sodium Tied to Kidney Trouble: Studies

It's more proof that what you eat and drink affects health, researchers say

Doctors Overprescribing the Pap Test

Many ignore guidelines, recommend screening to women at low risk, survey shows

Podestas Rule Washington and Obama Guest List

Hollywood stars and big donors get more notice than big winner on Obama guest list: the Podesta family.

Nicotine Patch Plus Lozenge Best for Quitting Smoking

This combo wins out in first head-to-head study of various smoking-cessation aids

High Blood Pressure Likely in Alzheimer's Offspring

And hypertension could contribute to developing the brain disease, study finds

Food Stamps Help Stave Off Hunger in Many U.S. Homes

Over 30-year period, nearly half of American children received nutrition assistance, analysis shows

How Schools and Parents Can Prepare for Swine Flu

Here are tips for parents and schools to keep children healthy and engaged in their learning.

Michael Steele: Voters Giving GOP a 'Second Look'

The chairman of the Republican Party says Obama has gone off course in many ways.

Forget Inflation, Deflation Is a Bigger Danger

The next big economic worry could be the opposite of the expected.

Radiation After Surgery Lowers Chances of Melanoma Recurrence

But study did not find effect on overall survival

Restless Legs May Vary by Race and Gender

Blacks are less likely, women more, to develop the disorder, study finds

Hormone Therapy Can Help Some With Prostate Cancer

But often not needed for early-stage patients, long-running study shows

Study: Man-Eating Lions Consumed 35 People in 1898

Scientists were able to determine the number of victims through teeth and hair samples.

Delays in Lung Cancer Care More Common in Public Hospitals

Age, race, insurance also influence timing between diagnosis and therapy, study finds

Household Chemicals May Affect Cholesterol Levels

PFCs are found in packaging, paper and exposures were evident in most people, researchers say

Will Tuesday's Election Results Predict the Outcome of the 2010 Elections?

What will the elections in Virginia and New Jersey tell us about the future of the political parties?

Clinical Trials Update: Nov. 2, 2009

Health Buzz: Group to Track H1N1 Vaccine Safety and Other Health News

Americans and their preference for the sweet and salty; House healthcare bill and women's issues

Internet Believers: Pastors Open Online Churches

Online congregations offer sermons, private prayer chats with pastors and virtual gathering places.

PCs Shed Pounds and CD Drives, but Gain Touch Screens

New models reveal consumer preferences for cheaper, portable computing alternatives.

Research Produces Coating for Ice Resistant Roads

Inspired by lotus leaves, new nano technology prevents freezing rain from collecting on road surfaces.

New Purification Techniques Address Impending Global Water Crisis

Declining snowpack and the loss of glaciers will mean periodic shortages for major river systems.

Health Highlights: Nov. 2, 2009

The Internet Could Produce More Financially Equal Societies

Technology is found to play a large role in wealth inheritance.

Scientists Decode DNA of the Domestic Pig

The latest research may aid in efforts to find a new swine flu vaccine for pigs.

HIV Self-Test Proves Accurate

Study in an ER shows individuals successfully determined their own HIV status.

Your Cholesterol Drug Might Help You Weather the Flu

Data suggest illness is less likely to be fatal in those taking statins.

10 Tips to Save on Holiday Gifts

Here are ways to give presents without giving up lots of green.

Childhood Brain Cancer Causes Other Long-Term Problems

Treatment leaves survivors with significant cognitive decline, researchers find

Health Tip: Getting a Pap Test

Who needs one and when

Health Tip: Possible Triggers for Pica

Causes cravings to eat things that aren't food

Americans Get Failing Grade on Diabetes Awareness

Survey finds abundant myths about debilitating disease

Five-Minute Survey Can Help Predict Lung Cancer

Office visit questionnaire led to screening in high-risk study patients

Devastating Drought Alters Life for Kenya Nomads

An increase in the frequency of droughts mean families have less time to recover and restock herds.

For People on Dialysis, Too Thin Can Be Risky

More body fat means greater survival odds, researcher says

Virulent Strain of MRSA Resists Treatment

Type that causes bloodstream infections can be quickly fatal, study finds

Anemia Drug May Raise Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients

Use of Aranesp should be reserved for the most seriously ill, experts say

Dutch Scientists: Kids Should Skip Flu Vaccine

Children infected with seasonal flu acquire immunity against new flu outbreaks, scientists believe.

1960s-Era Antibiotics Show First Signs of Failing in Some Infections

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria strike drug of last resort.

Obama: Troop Announcement May Come After Afghan Vote

Even if the president decides whether to send more troops, he may hold off on announcing his decision.

FBI Says Top Scientist Sold Secrets

A sting operation targeted Stewart Nozette, a former NASA scientist who helped find water on the moon.

Flu Deaths Higher Among Seniors With Dementia

Study suggests mortality rate may be linked to health-care inadequacies

Surgery, Illness Not Linked to Mental Decline in Seniors

New findings contradict previous reports of increased risks of dementia

At Least 114 U.S. Kids Dead From Swine Flu

Two-thirds had chronic health problems, CDC says

Antibiotic Resistance Still a Major Public Health Threat

Studies show it's worsening while there are few new drugs in pipeline

Patients More Likely to Die While in ICU in U.S. Than in England

More study needed to discern if difference is due to intensive care overuse or underuse

Interactive: Port Cities Vulnerable to Rising Waters

Global warming could expose more than 150 million people around the world to coastal flooding.

Lofgren: Ethics Report Leak Result of Hacking

The California Democrat says no inference should be made as to incorrect behavior based on the report.

Obama Puts Himself on the Line in Virginia, New Jersey

The president has stumped for the Democratic candidates, but it could be a risky move.

Halloween Safety: Trick-or-Treating Tips for Children With Diabetes, Food Allergies, and Asthma

If your child's health is a concern, some advance preparation can make for a safe holiday.

Traveling While on Dialysis Could Be Risky

Chances of infection, anemia and more go up, study finds

Pumpkin May Fight Yeast Infections

Age-old folk remedy may lead to new antibiotic therapy, study finds

Asians Seem to Suffer Less During Childbirth

Length of labor and intensity vary among ethnic groups, study finds

Bush's Bad Speeches and Karl Rove's Disappointing Genius

Former speechwriter Matt Latimer discusses <em>Speech-less</em>.

How Do You Think Washington's Politicos Should Dress This Halloween?

Which Washington figures would you like to see in costume this year?

Can Americans Change Their Taste for the Sweet and Salty?

Public-health advocates say we need to change our collective palate, but it won't be easy.

Are Private Military Contractors Good for National Security?

Allison Stanger discusses <em>One Nation Under Contract</em>.

Health Buzz: Statins May Prevent Flu Deaths and Other Health News

Also: Should parental alienation be a mental health disorder? And 10 ways to get better sleep

Scientist Throws Curve Into Breaking-Ball Debate

Contends curveballs are an illusion; ridiculous, says former star major league pitcher

Undocumented Hispanics Face Health Care Roadblocks in U.S.

Policies needed to eliminate disparities among immigrants, survey findings suggest

Whooping Cough Immunity Lasts 30 Years or More

Finding defies belief that resistance wears thin much sooner

Veggies in Pregnancy Lowers Child's Diabetes Risk

Type 1 less likely in kids whose moms favored these foods, study found

Flu Shots for Moms-to-Be Benefit Babies

Vaccination for seasonal influenza may help prevent premature and low-weight births .

Health Highlights: Oct. 30, 2009

Trees Facilitate Wildfires As a Way to Protect Their Habitat

Some trees may facilitate fires at the expense of their competitors.

When Clocks Change, Body May Need Time to Adjust

Sleep expert offers tips for those thrown off schedule by Daylight Saving Time

Fructose May Raise Blood Pressure

Drinking more than two sweetened sodas a day boosts risk of hypertension, study finds

Science Finds Healing in Halloween Horrors

Vampire bats, spiders and even a monster have sparked new treatments

Flu Shot in Pregnancy Protects Baby

Vaccinating expectant moms led to bigger, healthier infants, studies show

Health Tip: Angry?

It helps to figure out why

Health Tip: Managing Your Emotions

Suggestions to help understand and express your feelings