- Weight-Loss Drug Zepbound May Lower Heart Failure Deaths
- Nearly 160 Million Americans Harmed by Another’s Drinking, Drug Use
- 1 in 4 Americans Now Struggling to Cover Medical Costs
- Getting Fitter Can Really Help Keep Dementia at Bay
- Skin Patch Could Monitor Your Blood Pressure
- There May Be a Better Way to Treat Hematoma Brain Bleeds
- Chronic Joint Pain Plus Depression Can Take Toll on the Brain
- Living in Space Won’t Permanently Harm Astronauts’ Thinking Skills
- Kids’ Injuries in Sports and at Home: When Is It Right to Seek Medical Attention?
- Human Cell Atlas Will Be ‘Google Maps’ for Health Research
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Common Blood Pressure Drugs Tied to Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s: Study
Since some classes of meds had the effect but others didn't, more than just blood pressure may be at work
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Gene Mutation Tied to Higher Obesity Risk in Kids
A type of DNA appears to be linked to bigger appetites, slower metabolism, study found
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Stenting of Neck Arteries Tied to Higher Stroke Risk in Seniors
Evidence review comparing stent placement to procedure called endarterectomy found mixed results
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Stroke Affecting Younger People Worldwide, Study Shows
Preventive measures urgently needed to reverse this trend, researchers say
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Gene May Explain Link Between Meat and Colon Cancer Risk
Researchers say finding might help identify people at need for preventive treatment
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Health Highlights: Oct. 24, 2013
New High-Dose Flu Vaccine Better Protects Seniors Many Parents Concerned About Football Brain Injury Risk: Survey Ob/Gyns Change Pregnancy Length Definitions
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Health Tip: Avoid Bathseats for Toddlers
American Academy of Pediatrics discourages use
- Posted October 24, 2013
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Child ‘Cured’ of HIV Remains Free of Virus, Doctors Report
Treatment started shortly after birth seems to have kept virus from getting a foothold in her immune system
- Posted October 23, 2013
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Infections From Tainted Steroids Ranged in Severity: Update
CDC study looked at meningitis, other conditions in 6 hardest-hit states
- Posted October 23, 2013