This article is more than 5 years old. Information may no longer be current.

Healio Minute Tuesday, April 9, 2013 Edition: Study is up on calming down, DC hosts medical research rally, disease labels pressure parents

What just happened in medicine and why do you care?

Over-reacting to daily stresses carries mental health risks

Healio.com/Psychiatry: Outsized responses to seemingly minor events can have major long-term implications. Read more.

BLOG: From the rally for Medical Research in Washington, plus video interviews

Healio.com: Activists, survivors, researchers plus an actress from “ER” make the case for medical research funding. Read more.

What’s in a disease label? An irrational urge to medicate

Healio.com/Gastroenterology: When parents hear a disease name, they’re more likely to request even ineffective medications. Read more.

One in four melanoma survivors continue risky behaviors

Healio.com/Hematology-Oncology: Addiction may play a role in persistent use of tanning beds and failure to wear sunscreen. Read more.

Concussion dizziness linked to autonomic nervous system

Healio.com/Sports Medicine: New insights could lead to an electrophysiological biomarker for concussion.With video. Read more.