Potential risks to keep in mind
In-home computer device shows promise in stimulating affected brain areas, study shows
A battlefield 'pen' might deliver drug to injury site, scientists hope
Prevent infection with proper care
Project could restore speech to those with damaged tissues
Relieve pressure on the injured area
Protect your feet while on vacation
Prodding cell signaling might help speed repair, scientists say
Bacteria enter the body through an open wound
In tests, the cleanser caused the stitches to fall apart
This type of consumption often leads to injury, death, CDC experts warn
Avoid scratching, and keep the area dry
Deep brain stimulation could help others in minimally conscious state, researchers say
Stress on spouse left behind cited by U.S. Army-sponsored study
Latest Yellow Book features section on avoiding blood clots on planes
Avoid activities that could lead to additional injury
Younger players get injured less often but more severely than college players, study finds
Revoking drunk driver's licenses prevents 800 deaths per year, U.S. study finds
Listen to your body while running
Incidence is rare, but age seems to make a difference, study finds
Their accident rate is only slightly higher than middle-aged adults, report finds
Reduce your risk of infection
Good rehab and the right type of mesh make the difference, experts say
Osteoarthritis may also impede return to function, research shows
Program led to a third fewer such problems, researchers say
Many players are back on the field too soon after head injury, experts say
Suggestions to prevent falls
An estimated 10,800 injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2005
Go-carts, scooters, other vehicles are leading cause of harm, study shows
Experts offer 'weekend warriors' tips on preventing injury
Incidents that could pass on HIV, hepatitis often go unreported, study finds
Suffocation and strangulation are possible
Another study finds women's estrogen levels affect osteoporosis treatment
Avoid falls and injuries
Young passengers safer if the teen is an older sibling, research shows
The headgear is especially protective at lower speeds and off main slopes, experts say
31 people, mostly kids, have suffocated over the past 10 years, experts say
Men are 12 times more prone to these injuries than women, study found
Easing blood flow avoids amputations, researchers say
But one expert says the jury's still out on genistein for older women
Experts offer parents common-sense tips to protect children from injury
Watch out for flying rocks, steep slopes, experts warn
How brain plaque is triggered in cells could point to new dementia treatments
It could be useful for employers seeking highly focused workers, expert says
Toxic plume has officially claimed one, but many more may be at risk, experts say
More exposure means a higher likelihood of the motor illness, research shows
Key factors give patients, doctors realistic goals, researchers say
It's a great form of low-impact exercise
Likelihood of a crash doubles with 2 or more riders, Australian study says
Aggressive approach may even slow healing, study suggests