Gary Poster, with essential assists from Galyn Norwood, Phiroon Phihakendr, Jose Quijada, Pavandeep Kalra. THE PILL Researchers have long known that oral contraceptives can lower a woman's risk of developing ovarian cancer. Now comes word that this beneficial effect holds true even for women with a particular genetic defect that places them at greater risk of developing the disease. Eleven children have died in closed car trunks in the past month, renewing calls for manufacturers to install quick-release latches inside the trunks of their vehicles.
Critics say the move is counterproductive.
In the meantime, keep your trunk locked, and remind children not to play in it. A study of 4,000 elderly North Carolinians found that participants who engaged in daily prayer or Bible study and attended worship services weekly were less likely to suffer from high blood pressure than those who didn't. Greater exposure to religious radio or television, however, resulted in an increase in blood pressure. It's not just nitrate-based drugs that you should watch out for.