Things to consider for advanced directives

Here are typical warning signs

Susan Collins, of Maine, may have delivered final blow to proposed legislation

Preventive breast cancer surgeries rose after the actress publicized her decision

Calories come with that enjoyable taste

But patients in Washington state say doctors provide little information about the drug

Mental health screening at start of and during cancer treatment is vital, study author says

Keep your mind sharp

Lack of essential services may compromise some drugs

Dermatology expert offers advice on tick removal and avoiding them in the first place