Health Tip: ‘Light’ Cigarettes Aren’t Safer (HealthDay)“Light,” “mild” or “low-tar” cigarettes are sometimes billed as healthier for people who don’t quit.

Guidelines Push Pulmonary Rehab for COPD Patients (HealthDay)Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) should take part in a comprehensive rehabilitation program that includes both low- and high-intensity exercise, say new guidelines issued by the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

Health Tip: Why Can’t I Sleep? (HealthDay)Plenty of sleep is a vital part of a healthy lifestyle. But most people have sleep problems at some point in their lives.

Sleep Apnea Could Raise Obstetric Risks (HealthDay)Sleep apnea greatly increases the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure during pregnancy, according to a U.S. study that looked at nationwide data on millions of pregnancies in 2003.

Could Viagra Put the Brakes on Jet Lag? (HealthDay)Worried about jet lag? Researchers think they might have just the ticket to perk you up: Viagra.

Health Tip: Safe Toys For Your Child (HealthDay)All toys, no matter how safe, may not be appropriate for children of all ages. Other toys may have moving parts or sharp edges that make them inappropriate for children of any age.

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