The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to take a second look at the weight loss pill Qnexa on Wednesday, after initially rejecting it because of concerns about heart problems and possible birth defects.
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.
Women with a history of endometriosis have a significantly increased risk of developing three types of ovarian cancer, according to a new study.
Arthritis is a painful joint condition, and the feet are common hosts.
Having high levels of the amino acid homocysteine won't raise your risk of developing heart disease, a new analysis indicates.
A new animal study suggests that a genetic mutation could put certain people at higher risk for becoming obese if they eat high-fat diets.
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Gluten-free diets have become a popular way to manage gluten sensitivity, but a new analysis suggests that many people who stop eating gluten may not need to do so.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday what it called a series of steps to ensure the continued availability of vital cancer drugs that have been in dangerously short supply.
Watching a lot of movies that feature alcohol doubles the likelihood that young teens will start drinking, and these teens are more likely to progress to binge drinking, according to a new study.
When you set goals for your exercise program, they can help you stay on track. But it's important to set goals that are realistic.
Deep breathing may be an effective way of reducing stress and calming down.
When it comes to stroke prevention, a healthy lifestyle is your best bet.
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.
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While football helmets don't prevent concussions, good helmet fit might help reduce loss of consciousness that can follow a blow to the head, a new study finds.
Black children with autism tend to be diagnosed later than white children with the disorder, and this delay can lead to longer and more intensive treatment, researchers say.
U.S. National Guard soldiers have a high risk of developing alcohol abuse during and after deployment, and this risk is associated with post-traumatic stress disorder and depression, researchers say.
Pregnant women who own a dog are 50 percent more likely to get the recommended 30 minutes of exercise a day by going for brisk walks, a new study finds.
Obesity becomes more common as successive generations of Mexican-American teens turn their backs on the eating habits of their native country, according to a new study.
New studies show that children struggling with their gender identity also face higher risks for abuse and mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder.
The loss of a loved one can trigger deep emotional turmoil, but is the grief that follows a normal part of being human or is it a form of mental illness in need of diagnosis and treatment?
In children as young as 6 months old, changes in the brain that can lead to autism spectrum disorder may have already begun, preliminary research suggests.
Exercising in young adulthood boosts bone density, new research suggests.
The skin is your body's largest organ, and it requires tender care to stay healthy.
Getting your youngster to go to sleep is the most stressful time of day for many parents. But it doesn't have to be.
Remote controls may not be for just appliances anymore. In a new small study, women with severe osteoporosis were implanted with a microchip that releases bone-building drugs at the push of a button.
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An alarming increase in ectopic pregnancy-related deaths among Florida women is likely caused by illicit drug use and delays in seeking medical care, a U.S. report released Thursday says.
Doing away with the U.S. health care reform act's requirement that all Americans must have health insurance would not dramatically increase the cost of buying policies through new insurance exchanges, but would significantly reduce the number of people who get insurance.
About 7.5 million American children under the age of 18 live with a parent who's struggled with alcohol abuse over the past year, a new government report finds.
Doughnuts and pastries may be delicious breakfast treats, but they're probably loaded with fat and sugar.
Nursing moms may be worried that their newborn isn't getting enough to eat, and it can be difficult to tell when you can't see how much baby is eating.
Scientists have long believed that urinary tract infections are typically caused by a person's own E. coli bacteria, but a new Canadian study suggests the bacteria may more often than not come from chickens.
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Babies can understand many words sooner than they can actually say them, a new study indicates.
A sweetener used in many organic foods may be a hidden source of arsenic, new research suggests.
About 27 million Americans aged 50 and older have lost some of their hearing and could benefit from a hearing aid, a new study finds.
A U.S. survey reveals that in states that don't require driver's education before getting a license, about one-third of students skip driver's ed classes and more than half fail to undergo any formal behind-the-wheel training.
If your kids are easily bored with the lunches you pack for school, try adding a little pizzazz (and nutrition) to the boring brown bag.
Curious toddlers are especially prone to crawling through and falling from windows, so it's best to practice these safety suggestions, courtesy of the Cleveland Clinic:
After breast cancer treatment, many women suffer from hot flashes and night sweats, but a type of "talk therapy" might relieve these symptoms for some women, British researchers suggest.
Taking a cold-water or ice bath may reduce exercise-related muscle soreness but it's not clear whether it can cause harmful side effects, a new evidence review indicates.
The FDA said Tuesday that it was cautiously optimistic that a feared shortage of a life-saving drug used to treat a form of childhood leukemia will be averted.
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New research confirms the trend of disturbing headlines that have appeared in media reports in the past two years:
Valentine's Day is an occasion for couples to reaffirm their commitment to each other, but parents should show love for their children every day of the year, the American Academy of Pediatrics says.
Children who don't get enough time to play and relax -- or who are pushed beyond their comfort zone -- may become anxious, experts say.
Stem cell therapy's promise for healing damaged tissues may have gotten a bit closer to reality. In a small, early study, heart damage was reversed in heart-attack patients treated with their own cardiac stem cells.
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Here's another reason to get into shape: Physical activity may reduce the risk of dementia-related death, according to a new study.
Getting divorced at a younger age causes more harm to health than getting divorced later in life, perhaps because older people have more coping skills to deal with the stress of divorce.
With televisions, computers, cellphones, school work and extracurricular activities, parents worry that their kids are so busy that they aren't getting enough sleep.
For older people with a certain type and stage of lung cancer, administering radiation treatment after surgery may not extend survival, according to a new study.
Young adults in states that allow them to stay on their parents' health insurance until age 26 have better access to health care, according to a new study.
Routine screening at primary care clinics led to a two- to threefold increase in diagnoses of brain-function impairments such as dementia in older veterans, researchers say.
Chewing tobacco contains at least 28 toxins that are known to cause cancer, the American Dental Association says.
It can take a "village" to help care for you and your baby during pregnancy, especially if you are diabetic.
Researchers report that brain scans can help predict how people will perform a challenging mental task, a discovery that could lead to a better understanding of how the mind learns new things.
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Facing a firestorm of criticism from Catholic leaders, the Obama administration on Friday said it will adjust its health care guideline mandating that religious employers provide women with access to birth control.
The easier your name is to pronounce, the more likely you are to receive promotions at work and make friends, a new study suggests.
More than 4 million Americans now live with an artificial knee, and increasing numbers of younger patients are undergoing knee replacement surgery, new research reveals.
It was just about three years ago that a strange new strain of flu first appeared in Mexico, then spread across the border to the United States and eventually much of the globe.
A new study finds that the babies of women who had chemotherapy while pregnant aren't at higher risk for a variety of medical disorders, a sign that the treatment should be safe for the fetus in most instances.
When Jane Able's 4-year-old daughter, Ellie, was diagnosed with a severe peanut allergy, the New Albany, Ohio, mother got trained in using an epinephrine pen and never leaves home without it.
Potatoes are a great source potassium, fiber and vitamin C, but many popular recipes also load on the calories.
Many doctors may be less than honest with their patients, a new survey finds. Survey found one in 10 lied, many painted too rosy a prognosis.
An increased risk for coronary artery disease can be passed genetically from father to son on the male Y chromosome, a new study says.
Fasting, especially when combined with chemotherapy, appears to slow the growth of cancerous tumors in mice, new research suggests.
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Children with depression are at increased risk for bullying, the results of a new study suggest.
Trans fat levels in the blood of white adults in the United States fell by 58 percent between 2000 and 2009, which should help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in the nation.
Middle-school kids who participate in lots of sports are less likely to start smoking than other kids, new research finds.
Mothers whose kids went to high-quality day care were more involved in their children's schools later on than the moms of kids in poorer quality day care or no day care, new research finds.
Although exercise should help improve your health, a medical checkup before you start an exercise program can help ensure a safe beginning.
