Family physician investigated how some of her patients received big bills for common tests

1 percent of people carry DNA that quickens disease's destructive path, researchers say

Some doctors say it's time to discuss financial aspects with patients

Cells' second-line defense, found in a rare few, could cut need for long-term drug therapy, researchers say

Age and smoking status are also key factors when thinking about procedure, study shows

Study of patients in their 80s looked at plaque deposits in their brains

Age and smoking status are also key factors when thinking about procedure, study shows

Study of patients in their 80s looked at plaque deposits in their brains

Study found the screening method to be 90 percent accurate, perhaps sparing some patients biopsies

Spice supplements appeared to improve menstrual cycles in small group of women