AFMC Health News

Proximity Affects Influence of Online 'Health Buddies'

Study finds long-distance friends less likely to sway behavior than close-knit social networks

Greater odds if you're younger than 65, have a history of drug abuse and depression, and use psychiatric meds

Statins, asthma meds, antidepressants and stimulants top the list

Tax credits, new options will leave more employees insured, Commonwealth Fund study says

But they want to be asked before info enters a national database, study finds

Study found older people preferred negative stories about younger folks

Those with PTSD at greater risk than peers with combat injuries but no stress disorder, study found

Feds advise shoring up homes, storing water and food, and monitoring radio, TV

Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds 30 percent of those overweight think they're normal size