Genevra Pittman

Genevra Pittman is a reporter for Reuters.

Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Tied to a Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer

Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Tied to a Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer

While new findings don't prove the drugs can stop cancer, they do support research arguing for getting cholesterol levels under control. More »

Another Problem With Red Meat: It Might Lead to Kidney Cancer

Another Problem With Red Meat: It Might Lead to Kidney Cancer

Red meat is an important source of protein, but eating too much of it could result in various health problems, including renal cancer. More »

The Right Ways to Prevent Drug Use and Risky Sex in Teenagers

The Right Ways to Prevent Drug Use and Risky Sex in Teenagers

Researchers looked at 13 different studies to determine which elements of various successful intervention programs were working the best. More »

Some Ulcers Have an Upside

Some Ulcers Have an Upside

A new study has found that people who have Helicobacter pylori, an ulcer-causing bacteria in the stomach, also have a reduced risk of asthma, esophagus caner, and diarrheal disease. More »

Maybe It's Not the iPod: High Lead Exposure Linked to Hearing Loss

Maybe It's Not the iPod: High Lead Exposure Linked to Hearing Loss

Teenagers exposed to lead -- in soil, water, and paint -- are more likely than others to suffer from hearing problems, according to a study. More »

Hospital Readmission Rates After Stent Procedures Disturbingly High

Hospital Readmission Rates After Stent Procedures Disturbingly High

A large study out of New York State finds that one in six patients treated for blocked arteries were readmitted at great costs within a month. More »

Law Enforcement, Impaired: Many Cops Have Sleep Disorders

Law Enforcement, Impaired: Many Cops Have Sleep Disorders

A new study found that nearly half of police officers from the U.S. and Canada suffer from sleep disorders, including apnea and insomnia More »

How Sunless-Tanning Lotions May Reduce the Risk of Skin Cancer

How Sunless-Tanning Lotions May Reduce the Risk of Skin Cancer

According to an Emory University study, it's not just a safe alternative to sunbathing; it may help motivate women to limit harmful UV exposure More »

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