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All Newborns Should Have Ears Screened, Task Force Says
Up to 3 of every 1,000 U.S. babies born with hearing loss, experts note

Gender Plays Role in Post-Concussion Healing
Females scored worse than males on neurocognitive tests; reason remains elusive

Thickness, Location Predict Skin Cancer’s Spread
Thicker tumors boost risk almost fivefold, German study finds

Health Tip: Help Prevent Headaches
Keep stress at bay

New Ear Tube Device Helps Treat Infections Faster
Stainless steel rod reduces time of anesthesia, number of instruments inserted into canal

Golf Cart Injuries Give Rise to Calls for Regulation
Study finds safety standards needed, especially for use on public roads

Novel Treatments Ease Migraine Pain
Both call for stimulation of nerve centers related to pain

Head Injuries All Too Common in Summer Play
But proper sports gear and preparation can prevent unnecessary accidents, experts say

Brain’s Olfactory Bulb Grows With Sense of Smell
Finding could lead to better treatment when problems occur

Diabetes Might Help Spur Hearing Loss
Study finds higher rate of impairment among diabetics