Health - The Durango Herald

Fluoridation is a key pillar of public health

Infectious disease control. Proving the dangers of tobacco. Motor-vehicle safety. These advances are a few of what comprise the 10 great public health achievements in the 20th century, accor...

DATE: Feb 2, 2014 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

Mixed omega-3 results

A study released last week found with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids had better preservation of older women’s brain as they aged than those with the lowest levels, which might mea...

DATE: Feb 2, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

Aching for science

Study: Discover how body fights flu virus using volunteers

DATE: Feb 2, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

Steroids high among gay, bi teens

Rates of use multiple times those of straights

DATE: Feb 2, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

New questions arise for caramel coloring

FDA to re-examine soda additive, which California lists as a carcinogen

DATE: Jan 26, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

Cookie Monster forced to cut down on cookies

New Sesame Street project aims to transform the eating habits of kids – and it’s working

DATE: Jan 25, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

A most delicate art in medical practice

Area doctors share what it takes to build solid and long-lasting relationships with their patients

DATE: Jan 25, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

Beware weekend heart attacks

Risk of death higher then and at night

DATE: Jan 25, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health

Keep marijuana, related edibles out of kids’ reach

One Sunday years ago, I answered a telephone call from a worried mother – her 3-year-old daughter had consumed a marijuana-laced brownie. The clinic being closed, I suggested she stop by my ...

DATE: Jan 25, 2014 | CATEGORY: La Plata Health Watch

Health Briefs

Heart Safe La Plata announces CPR classes Heart Safe La Plata will host these classes at the Durango Fire Protection District training room, 142 Sheppard Drive: An adul...

DATE: Jan 25, 2014 | CATEGORY: Health