Travel Health News Archive

• Even 'Hands-Free' Devices Unsafe While Driving: Report
  June 12, 2013
• Designated Drivers Often Drink Themselves, Study Finds
  June 10, 2013
• Doctors Should Steer Conversation to Older Drivers: Study
  June 07, 2013
• Summer Deadliest Time of Year for Teen Drivers
  June 04, 2013
• Mosquitoes With Altered Gene Can't Sniff People Out
  May 29, 2013
• One in 600 Flights Involves Medical Emergency, Study Says
  May 29, 2013
• Health Tip: Help Keep Teen Drivers Safe
  May 20, 2013
• Weekend 'Catch-Up' Sleep May Cut Young Drivers' Crash Risk
  May 20, 2013
• FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving
  May 15, 2013
• Health Tip: Sharpen Your Driving Skills
  May 13, 2013
• Nearly Half of High Schoolers Text While Driving: Survey
  May 13, 2013
• Health Tip: Teach Teens to Drive Defensively
  May 09, 2013
• Fatal Crashes Involving Cellphone Use May Be Under-Reported
  May 09, 2013
• Many Parents Texting, Phoning While Driving Their Kids: Survey
  May 06, 2013
• More Than 4 in 10 U.S. Teens Text While Driving: Survey
  May 04, 2013
• Sampling New York Subway Air for Science
  April 29, 2013
• Roadside Breath Test for Drugs Could Be on Horizon
  April 26, 2013
• Motorcycle Deaths Continue to Climb: Report
  April 24, 2013
• Many Parents Text, Phone With Kids in Car: Survey
  April 19, 2013
• Health Tip: Packing Food for a Road Trip
  April 17, 2013
• Drunk Driving Not the Only Way Alcohol Leads to Teen Deaths: Study
  April 17, 2013
• Health Tip: Pay Attention Behind the Wheel
  April 16, 2013
• Common Sleep Disorder May Impair Drivers, Research Suggests
  April 12, 2013
• Fewer U.S. Teens Dying in Teen-Driver Crashes
  April 04, 2013
• Certain Parents Less Likely to Follow Doctors' Advice: Poll
  March 25, 2013
• Coffee Can Help Truckers Stay Safe on the Road: Study
  March 20, 2013
• Measles Can Spread Further Than Thought on Airplanes: Study
  March 20, 2013
• Evolution May Keep Birds From Becoming Roadkill
  March 18, 2013
• Phones, Texting May Be as Dangerous as Alcohol for Drivers
  March 15, 2013
• Skies Not-So-Friendly for Passengers With Nut Allergies
  March 15, 2013
• Health Tip: Stay Fit When Traveling
  March 14, 2013
• American Drivers Phone, Text More Often Than European Motorists
  March 14, 2013
• ERs Not Doing Enough to Educate Parents on Car-Seat Safety: Study
  March 13, 2013
• Health Tip: Defend Against Insect Bites While Traveling Abroad
  March 05, 2013
• Health Tip: Seeing Behind the Wheel
  February 15, 2013
• China's Overuse of Antibiotics in Livestock May Threaten Human Health
  February 11, 2013
• Older Motorcyclists More Likely to Be Seriously Hurt in Crashes
  February 06, 2013
• Health Tip: Wear Your Seat Belt When Pregnant
  January 30, 2013
• Drivers' Attitudes While Learning May Predict Future Road Performance
  January 24, 2013
• Drivers Who Multitask Often Overestimate Their Skills
  January 23, 2013
• Obese Drivers May Be More Likely to Die in Car Crashes
  January 22, 2013
• Malaria, Typhoid Pose Biggest Threat to Travelers in Tropics
  January 18, 2013
• Cases of Rare But Deadly Encephalitis Rising Among Kids, Report Finds
  January 17, 2013
• Top Road Rage Triggers: Cutting In, Weaving
  January 16, 2013
• Health Tip: Eat Right on Vacation
  January 15, 2013
• Safer Roads Near Schools May Mean Fewer Kids Struck by Cars
  January 14, 2013
• FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving
  January 10, 2013
• Many Americans Drive While Drowsy: Report
  January 03, 2013
• Future Astronauts May Be Exposed to Alzheimer's Risk Factor
  January 02, 2013
• Car Crashes Common for Sleepy Doctors in Training: Study
  December 28, 2012
• Males Struck by Cars Die More Often Than Females: Study
  December 27, 2012
• Your New Weight-Loss Resolution: Drive Less
  December 27, 2012
• Speed Bumps May Aid Appendicitis Diagnosis
  December 18, 2012
• Mind Wandering Drives Up Crash Rate
  December 13, 2012
• Texting While Walking May Be as Dangerous as Texting While Driving
  December 12, 2012
• HIV Drug Combo May Help Prevent Malaria Reinfection
  November 28, 2012
• Health Tip: Eat Well While Traveling
  November 23, 2012
• Airport Security X-Rays May Damage Diabetes Devices
  November 21, 2012
• Crash Stats Paint a Grim Holiday Picture for Some
  November 21, 2012
• Airport Smoking Areas Expose Travelers, Workers to Risk: CDC
  November 20, 2012
• More Americans Buckling Up Than Ever Before: Report
  November 15, 2012
• Many Smokers Light Up With Kids in Car: Study
  November 12, 2012
• Drivers' Glaucoma May Boost Accident Risk
  November 12, 2012
• Identifying Teen Drivers Curbs Crashes in N.J., Study Finds
  November 01, 2012
• Lax Parents, Dealers May Lead to ATV Crashes, Study Suggests
  October 24, 2012
• Health Tip: Secure Your Child in a Booster Seat
  October 22, 2012
• Post-Flight Fainting May Signal Dangerous Blood Clot: Study
  October 22, 2012
• Many Grandparents Lack Latest Child Safety Info: Study
  October 21, 2012
• 'Plugged-In' Teens Vulnerable in Traffic: Study
  October 19, 2012
• When Adults Smoke in Cars, Child Passengers Suffer: Study
  October 16, 2012
• Pain Level After Car Crash Could Depend on Your Genes, Studies Say
  October 16, 2012
• Study Shows Bicycle Helmets Save Lives
  October 15, 2012
• Eye Docs Must Do More to Spot Unsafe Older Drivers: Study
  October 11, 2012
• Many Pedestrians Hit By Cars Are Distracted By Mobile Devices
  October 02, 2012
• Drinking, Driving Drops by Half Among Teens: CDC
  October 02, 2012
• Telling Patients When They're Unfit to Drive Cuts Crashes: Study
  September 26, 2012
• Suicide Now Kills More Americans Than Car Crashes: Study
  September 20, 2012
• Do Video Games Promote Reckless Driving in Certain Teens?
  September 14, 2012
• Psych, Sleep Meds May Affect Driving
  September 12, 2012
• Traffic May Keep City Dwellers Awake, Harming Health
  September 11, 2012
• Put Traffic Safety on Back-to-School 'To-Do' List: Experts
  September 09, 2012
• Bus, Truck Drivers May Downplay Sleep Troubles
  September 05, 2012
• U.S. Military Seeks to Reduce Humvee Crash Injuries
  August 31, 2012
• Health Tip: On the Go With Diabetes
  August 29, 2012
• Too Much Travel May Be Tough on Olympians
  August 08, 2012
• Few Follow Car Safety Guidelines for Kids, Study Finds
  August 07, 2012
• 'Women and Children First?' Not So, Says Study
  July 30, 2012
• Airports in N.Y., L.A., Hawaii Deemed Worst for Pandemic Spread
  July 25, 2012
• Adding More Neurosurgeons Could Cut Traffic Deaths: Study
  July 24, 2012
• Disabled Americans Battle for Access to Hotel Pools
  July 19, 2012
• Fatal Car Crashes Less Likely in Major Cities, CDC Study Finds
  July 19, 2012
• Travel and Other Adventures Can Boost Happiness
  June 21, 2012
• Rare Drug-Resistant Bacteria Spotted in U.S. Hospital
  June 21, 2012
• Hotel Room Germs Abound on TV Remotes, Light Switches
  June 17, 2012
• More People Stay 'Connected' on Vacation Via Web: Study
  June 16, 2012
• State Laws Cut Teen Drinking and Driving, Large Study Shows
  June 15, 2012
• Motorcycle Helmet Laws Save Lives and Dollars: CDC
  June 14, 2012
• Seizure Behind Commerce Secretary Bryson's Crashes: Report
  June 11, 2012
• 1 in 3 Teens Admits to Texting While Driving
  June 07, 2012
• Lifespan Gap Shrinks Between Whites, Blacks
  June 05, 2012
• Health Tip: Traveling With Your Pet
  May 31, 2012
• No Progress in Reducing U.S. Motorcycle Deaths: Report
  May 22, 2012
• Health Tip: Put the Brakes on Drowsy Driving
  May 15, 2012
• City Bike-Share Riders Seldom Wear Helmets
  May 05, 2012
• Obese Drivers Less Likely to Buckle Up: Study
  May 04, 2012
• Cellphones, Texting Put Teen Drivers in Danger, Studies Show
  April 29, 2012
• College Kids Often Use Cell Phones While Driving: Study
  April 26, 2012
• Stricter Seat Belt Laws Get Teens to Buckle Up, Study Shows
  April 23, 2012
• Long MP3 Playlists Lead to Distracted Drivers
  April 20, 2012
• Passengers on 'Bat' Plane Cleared of Rabies Risk
  April 12, 2012
• Tax Day May Drive Up Fatal Crash Rates
  April 10, 2012
• Health Tip: Traveling By Plane During Pregnancy?
  April 05, 2012
• Health Tip: Healthy Eating While Vacationing
  April 03, 2012
• Health Tip: Be a Responsible Driver
  February 22, 2012
• Health Tip: Never Leave Kids in the Car
  February 20, 2012
• U.S. Teen Driving Deaths Up: Report
  February 16, 2012
• Pot Use Could Double Risk of Car Crash, Research Shows
  February 09, 2012
• Avoid Window Seats to Cut Risk for In-Flight Blood Clots: Study
  February 07, 2012
• Health Tip: Talk to Teens About Distracted Driving
  February 02, 2012
• Tropical Trip OK for Most With Crohn's, Colitis
  January 27, 2012
• Little Known About How Autism Affects Teen Drivers: Researchers
  January 12, 2012
• Health Tip: Wear Your Seat Belt During Pregnancy
  December 28, 2011
• States Crack Down on Drunk Drivers This Holiday Season
  December 28, 2011
• Get a Head Start on 2012 Fitness Resolutions
  December 27, 2011
• Scientists Ponder Santa's High-Tech Secrets
  December 23, 2011
• Holiday Travel Tips for People With Diabetes
  December 23, 2011
• Health Tip: Diabetics, Pack Smart for Holiday Travel
  December 21, 2011
• Drug Overdoses Kill More Americans Than Car Accidents: CDC
  December 20, 2011
• Driving Isn't An Issue for Most People With Diabetes
  December 20, 2011
• Dengue Fever Cases Subside in Florida, But Threat Remains
  December 16, 2011
• Drunk Driving-Related Deaths Surge During the Holidays
  December 14, 2011
• U.S. Safety Board Urges Nationwide Ban on Drivers' Use of Cellphones
  December 13, 2011
• Health Tip: Should You Still Be Driving?
  December 09, 2011
• Vaccine Might One Day Prevent 'Cruise Ship' Stomach Bug
  December 07, 2011
• Kids of All Weights Benefit From Car Seats
  December 02, 2011
• Most U.S. Drivers Engage in 'Distracting' Behaviors: Poll
  November 30, 2011
• Health Tip: Minimize Jet Lag
  November 29, 2011
• Ill-Fitting Children's Seat Belts Common in U.S., Study Finds
  November 18, 2011
• Aggressive Drivers Often Identify With Their Vehicles
  November 09, 2011
• Drowsy Driving 'Unacceptable,' But One-Third Do It: Poll
  November 04, 2011
• Health Tip: Traveling With Prescription Medications
  November 03, 2011
• Health Tip: Install Car Seats Correctly
  November 01, 2011
• New Animal Study Might Explain Jet Lag Differences
  October 21, 2011
• Older Drivers More Cautious Than Younger Ones After Surgery
  October 21, 2011
• Unvaccinated Kids Behind Largest U.S. Measles Outbreak in Years: Study
  October 20, 2011
• Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study
  October 20, 2011
• Teen Drivers Prone to 'G-Force' Errors, Researchers Say
  October 20, 2011
• Promising Malaria Vaccine May Save Children's Lives
  October 18, 2011
• Fewer Than Half of Kids Hurt in Car Crashes Wearing Seat Belts
  October 17, 2011
• Health Tip: Don't Drive When Drowsy
  October 17, 2011
• Too Many Kids Injured in ATV Crashes, Study Finds
  October 17, 2011
• Teen Crash Risk High in First Month of Driving, Study Finds
  October 14, 2011
• Pot Smoking May More Than Double Crash Risk
  October 12, 2011
• Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
  October 09, 2011
• Health Tip: Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel
  October 06, 2011
• Drunk Driving Declines in U.S.
  October 04, 2011
• Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until Age 2
  October 01, 2011
• Health Tip: Ease In-Flight Ear Pain
  September 21, 2011
• Vaccinations Aren't Just for Kids
  September 16, 2011
• Driving Restrictions Help Prevent Deadly Crashes Among 16-Year-Olds
  September 13, 2011
• Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Planned
  September 02, 2011
• Excessive Heat Can Harm Medications, Expert Says
  August 20, 2011
• Health Tip: Senior Drivers, Stay Safe
  August 10, 2011
• Going Full-Tilt Into Turns May Ease Motion Sickness on Trains
  August 09, 2011
• Doctor Offers Tips on How to Travel With Kids
  August 02, 2011
• Speed Cameras Save Lives, Money: Study
  July 28, 2011
• Kids With ADHD Less Adept at Crossing the Street: Study
  July 25, 2011
• Scrutinizing Faces Might Catch Liars, Study Finds
  July 20, 2011
• Health Tip: Stay Safe and Healthy During Travels
  July 18, 2011
• Kids Fare Better in Crashes When Grandparents Driving: Study
  July 18, 2011
• Health Tip: Insufficient Sleep Can Be Dangerous
  July 12, 2011
• Europe's Suicides Up, Road Deaths Down After Economy Tanked
  July 08, 2011
• Health Tip: Child Safety Seats
  July 08, 2011
• Golf-Cart Head Injuries on the Upswing, Study Finds
  July 08, 2011
• Long Commutes for Pilots May Hamper Flying Performance: Study
  July 06, 2011
• One-Third of Undergrads Admit Using Phone 'Apps' While Driving
  June 30, 2011
• Drug Use May Play Role in 25% of Driver Deaths, Study Finds
  June 24, 2011
• Even One Glass of Beer, Wine Boosts Car Crash Risk: Study
  June 24, 2011
• Study Finds Two-Seat 'Hot Zone' for Flu Spread on Planes
  June 15, 2011
• Distracted Driving May Be Rising Despite State Laws
  June 10, 2011
• Health Tip: Is It Time to Stop Driving?
  June 02, 2011
• Long Commutes Tough on Couples' Relationships
  June 01, 2011
• Health Tip: Prevent Motion Sickness
  May 27, 2011
• Health Tip: Prevent Back Pain in the Car
  May 26, 2011
• CDC Warns Against Exposure to 'Mad Cow'-Like Brain Diseases
  May 23, 2011
• Driving Skills Do Ebb With Age: Study
  May 20, 2011
• Health Tip: Traveling Despite Asthma and Allergies
  May 19, 2011
• Airlines Need Better Prep for In-Flight Medical Crises: Experts
  May 06, 2011
• Bright Side of Paying More at the Pump? Fewer Car Crashes
  May 03, 2011
• Frequent Business Travel Tough on the Heart, Study Finds
  May 02, 2011
• More Than Half of Kids in Car Seats Have Unbuckled Themselves, Survey Finds
  May 01, 2011
• Tall, Obese Men More Prone to Leg Clots: Study
  April 28, 2011
• Health Tip: Taking a Cruise?
  April 26, 2011
• Motorcycle Deaths Drop for Second Straight Year: Report
  April 19, 2011
• Early School Start Tied to More Teen Crashes: Study
  April 15, 2011
• Driver Errors Explain Most Teen Crashes, Experts Say
  April 12, 2011
• Travelers Bringing Measles Back to U.S., CDC Says
  April 07, 2011
• Airport Scanners Appear Safe, Study Finds
  March 28, 2011
• Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until 2, Experts Say
  March 21, 2011
• Chronic Pain Often Follows Car Crash: Study
  March 21, 2011
• Not Even Experts Agree on Safety of Airport Scanners
  March 17, 2011
• Herbal Derivative Wins Praise as Malaria Treatment
  March 16, 2011
• Fans of Winning Teams Linked to Fatal Crashes
  March 11, 2011
• Elderly Tend to Drive Slower to Make Up for Reaction Time
  March 10, 2011
• Lab-Grown Urethra Used to Replace Damaged Tube
  March 08, 2011