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Breast cancers in women aged 40 to 49 that are diagnosed by mammograms have a better prognosis than those detected by doctors or the women themselves, a new study indicates. More>>
Kids left in the car, either accidentally or not, can be at risk for hyperthermia, a potentially dangerous elevation of body temperature. This can happen even in mild weather and in a short period of time. More>>
When a couple is trying to have a baby and can't, it can be emotionally and financially draining. But help may be available in an unexpected form: acupuncture. More>>
Study found lower response to vaccines in those with higher levels of PFCs in their blood. More>>
Nearly 46 million American adults have had a mental illness in the past year. But, lack of insurance blocks many from treatment, experts say. More>>
Following the lead of the Cleveland Clinic and a growing number of other hospitals, Pennsylvania's Geisinger Health System will turn away job applicants who smoke starting next month. More>>
For several years, researchers have studied a possible link between substances called parabens -- widely used as a germ-fighting preservative in cosmetics such as deodorant/antiperspirants -- and breast cancer. More>>
Parents want to do whatever they can to ease a child's cold symptoms, but cough and cold medicines aren't recommended for children under age 4. More>>
Working mothers have better health and fewer symptoms of depression than stay-at-home moms, a new study indicates. More>>
Chewing the green leaves of the khat plant for its amphetamine-like effect appears to raise the risk for both stroke and death among heart patients, according to a large new study from the Middle East. More>>
If you're the type of person who is always doing things for others, you need to find time for yourself, experts say. More>>
Breast cancer researchers report they are heartened by the results of two new studies that show combination therapies might improve survival for women with two different types of advanced tumors. More>>
Hispanic women have a 20 percent greater risk of dying from breast cancer than non-Hispanic white women, according to a new study. More>>
A relationship doesn't have to be plagued by physical abuse to be unhealthy. Emotional abuse can take an enormous toll on your physical and emotional health. More>>
The holiday season can be a challenge for people with allergies and asthma, but there are a number of things they can do to protect themselves, allergists say. More>>
Socializing is a major part of the holiday season, but many people find it difficult. If you suffer anxiety or feel tongue-tied at festive gatherings, here are some helpful tips. More>>
Today's kindergarteners are heavier than kids brought up in the 1970s and 1980s and appear to be on the road to becoming overweight and obese in the years to come, a new study finds. More>>
The percentage of Americans with the nation's number one killer, heart disease, continues to fall. More>>
Nutritional supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids or antioxidants don't help patients with severe lung problems in the intensive care unit, a new study indicates. More>>
Three hours of vigorous exercise a week can reduce a man's heart attack risk by 22 percent, a new study suggests. More>>
Despite a 30 percent decline in drunk driving since 2006, drunk drivers still account for almost 11,000 traffic deaths -- one-third of all traffic-related fatalities -- each year in the United States. More>>
As scientists continue to tease out the impact of nature versus nurture, it appears that kids unlucky enough to get a "downer" personality gene can end up with sunnier outlooks when they're parented in a warm, positive... More>>
Exercise can help improve many symptoms of osteoarthritis, a joint disease that causes pain and stiffness. More>>
A new study suggests that liposuction -- which plastic surgeons often use to sculpt the bodies of people who aren't extremely overweight -- can lower levels of a type of blood fat called triglycerides. More>>
With plenty of influenza vaccine available, U.S. health officials urged Americans Wednesday to get a flu shot. More>>
American youngsters are much less likely to come down with the flu than their northern neighbors due to a public health policy in the United States that calls for vaccinating 2- to 4-year olds. More>>
Unless current health trends are reversed, five common, non-infectious diseases -- cancer, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease and mental health problems -- will cost the world $47 million in treatment costs and lost wages. More>>
Soon many U.S. workers will be receiving information about open enrollment periods for health care. Here are some suggestions for how to make decisions about medical insurance. More>>
Dieters may be more likely to slim down if they are referred to a commercial program such as Weight Watchers than if they battle the bulge with primary health care providers alone, a new study finds. More>>
A trend toward a longer allergy season may mean more sneezing, sniffling and misery for allergy sufferers, experts say. More>>
Working moms are less likely to show symptoms of depression than stay-at-home moms, a new study finds. More>>
Smokers are less likely to buy cigarettes if they are in plain, unbranded packages with warning labels featuring graphic images of cancer, a new study finds. More>>
In a decade or so, people now clamoring for metal and ceramic replacement joints may instead be able to have a fully functional biological replacement -- a joint grown within their own bodies to their specific physiology. More>>
Many drugs already approved to combat certain illnesses may also be helpful in treating a slew of other seemingly unrelated health problems, a new study indicates. More>>
Weight loss improves the sexual health of obese men with type 2 diabetes, a new study finds. More>>
People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk of death from heart disease and other cardiovascular events due to RA-related inflammation and other risk factors, a new study indicates. More>>
In what may be a diagnostic advance, researchers have linked five inherited genetic mutations to the development of a particularly aggressive and deadly form of prostate cancer. More>>
KENNEWICK, Wash.—According to a new study almost 60% of adults in Washington State are considered overweight. More>>
An implantable device hidden in the nape of the neck may mean more headache-free days for people with severe migraines that don't respond to other treatments, a new study suggests. More>>
Admissions for treatment of benzodiazepine abuse nearly tripled in the United States between 1998 and 2008, while overall admissions for substance abuse rose only 11 percent. More>>
Mind-body therapies such as yoga, meditation and deep-breathing exercises appear to be gaining more acceptance in mainstream medicine, according to a new study. More>>
Having an autoimmune disease means that the body's germ-fighting immune system mistakenly attacks normal cells. More>>
The best response to workplace anger is compassion, not punishment, a new study suggests. More>>
The foods you eat contribute to your overall mood and appetite, the Cleveland Clinic advises. More>>
Obese patients taking a high dose of an investigational weight-loss pill called Qnexa lost an average of 22 pounds over a year, while also lowering their cholesterol and blood pressure numbers, a new study has found. More>>
It's common to have muscles that tighten and cramp, especially if you're an avid exerciser. One of the primary triggers for muscle cramps is overuse, the ADAM Encyclopedia says. More>>
No doubt timed to coincide with the collective angst about the upcoming swimsuit season, a best-selling book detailing a trendy new diet made famous by the French is due out in the United States later this month. More>>
What do you do when an event comes out of left field and lays waste to your carefully planned work+life fit? This is the question I discussed with my friend, radio host Maggie Mistal, when I appeared on More>>
The number of American children eligible for and enrolled in public health insurance programs increased between 2008 and 2009, a new study finds. More>>
The timing and frequency of mammography to detect breast cancer is a decision best customized for each woman, based on such factors as age and breast density, new research suggests. More>>
It has long been known that getting enough vitamin D is key to bone health, yet vitamin D deficiency remains a common health issue, experts say. More>>
A preliminary study reports that people with diabetes were able to get injections of a new insulin drug just three times a week without major ill effects. More>>
Brain scans can predict a smoker's chances of being able to quit, according to a new study. More>>
Sticking to a diet day in and day out will eventually wear on your nerves and your determination. Keep that from happening with these tips. More>>
You know you have to lose weight. You know you need to start being active. You want to set a good example for your kids. So what is holding you back? More>>
Did you know that the classic sit-up is not the best exercise for toning your abs? Find out the best ways to tighten your tummy and getting a flat stomach. More>>
Can't stop snacking on chips, cookies and candy? Use these clever strategies to curb snack attacks and satisfy your hunger between meals with healthy (and tasty!) alternatives. More>>
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