
Karen Rowan
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Ebola Epidemic Continues in Africa, Despite Progress in Some Places
By Karen Rowan published
There has been dramatic improvement in the fight against Ebola in some parts of West Africa, however, in other places, much work needs to be done, U.S. health officials said today (Dec. 22).

More Intensive Care Could Improve Ebola Survival Rates, Researchers Say
By Karen Rowan published
A new report of the some of the earliest cases of Ebola in the West African outbreak may hold clues to helping more patients survive.

CDC Issues New Guidelines for Travelers from Ebola-Outbreak Countries
By Karen Rowan published

NYC Doctor Tests Positive for Ebola
By Karen Rowan published
A doctor in New York has tested positive for Ebola, the New York Times reported on Thursday evening (Oct. 23).

CDC Updates Its Ebola Guidelines for Health Care Workers
By Karen Rowan published
To better protect health care workers from Ebola, officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new guidelines about wearing personal protective equipment.

Why Swimming May Be the Best Exercise for Older Adults
By Karen Rowan published
Falling down and getting hurt is a big problem for older adults. Now, new research from Australia suggests that the only type of exercise that lowers older adults' risk of falling down is swimming.

Ebola Update: Texas Patient Has 'Taken a Turn for the Worse'
By Karen Rowan published
The man with Ebola in Texas has taken a turn for the worse, officials said today.

Ebola Update: 46 People Being Monitored, Family Has Been Moved
By Karen Rowan published
There are now 46 people in Texas being monitored for signs of Ebola because they had definite or possible contact with the man in Texas who has Ebola, officials said today (Oct. 4).

Robin Williams' Death: The Difference Between Depression & Normal Sadness
By Karen Rowan published
The actor Robin Williams died today (Aug. 11). Williams, who was 63, was found in his home near Tiburon, California.

3rd MERS Virus Infection in US Reported in Illinois Man
By Karen Rowan published
A blood test on a man in Illinois shows that he was likely infected with the MERS virus in the past, CDC officials said today (May 17).

CVS to Become 1st National Pharmacy Chain to Stop Selling Tobacco
By Karen Rowan published
The nation's largest drugstore chain said that selling tobacco products is at odds with its mission of promoting health.

Polar Vortex: Can a Person Freeze to Death?
By Karen Rowan published
Frostbite and hypothermia are the two most common health effects of exposure to cold weather. But how soon do they set in?

Is It OK to Drink While Pregnant? Why Scientists Really Don't Know
By Karen Rowan published

Breast-Feeding Brings Cognitive Benefits, Study Suggests
By Karen Rowan published

Morning-After Pill Fight Update: Feds Will Comply with Ruling
By Karen Rowan published
The emergency contraception pill is now set to become available to teens without a prescription.

Fat, Fiber in Diet Linked with Asthma
By Karen Rowan published
People with severe asthma in a new study tended to eat more fat, and less fiber than people without the condition.

Why Kids With Autism May Avoid Eye Contact
By Karen Rowan published
New research suggests that the reason children with autism avoid eye contact isn't purely due to lack of social skills.

Michael Douglas Says Oral Sex Gave Him Throat Cancer
By Karen Rowan published
Was the actor right that HPV can cause throat cancer?

UV Exposure May Lower Pancreatic Cancer Risk, Study Finds
By Karen Rowan published
Spending some time in the sun might lower the risk of pancreatic cancer, a new study says.

Migraines May Hamper Kids' School Performance
By Karen Rowan published
Children with migraine headaches may do worse in school than other students, a new study suggests. Experts say the findings highlight the burden of migraines on children.

9% of Older Adults Have Osteoporosis, CDC Says
By Karen Rowan published
People with osteoporosis have a higher risk for fractures.

Bottles, Pacifiers and Sippy Cups Can Send Tots to the ER
By Karen Rowan published
Children can be hurt when they fall while holding a bottle, pacifier or sippy cup, research shows.
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