Eating a serving a day of yogurt may lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, new research suggests.
Eating a serving a day of yogurt may lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, new research suggests.
Dutch researchers have developed a device that may reduce the discomfort many women feel during a mammogram while preserving the quality of the image.
Dutch researchers have developed a device that may reduce the discomfort many women feel during a mammogram while preserving the quality of the image.
A brain abnormality may be responsible for more than 40 percent of deaths from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), a new study suggests.
A brain abnormality may be responsible for more than 40 percent of deaths from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), a new study suggests.
New rules announced Tuesday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will have many restaurant chains posting calorie counts on their menus, and the rules even apply to movie theater popcorn and ice cream parlor fare.
New rules announced Tuesday by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration will have many restaurant chains posting calorie counts on their menus, and the rules even apply to movie theater popcorn and ice cream parlor fare.
Driving a large vehicle and being a young male are among the factors that improve a person's chances of surviving a car crash, a new study finds.
Driving a large vehicle and being a young male are among the factors that improve a person's chances of surviving a car crash, a new study finds.
Jogging helps seniors maintain their ability to walk, a new study finds.
Jogging helps seniors maintain their ability to walk, a new study finds.
Researchers have discovered the stem cells that allow your nails to grow back after you lose them.
Researchers have discovered the stem cells that allow your nails to grow back after you lose them.
The holidays can be a challenge for families of children with autism because sensory overload can trigger major meltdowns, an expert says.
The holidays can be a challenge for families of children with autism because sensory overload can trigger major meltdowns, an expert says.
Obese children are at increased for liver disease, high blood pressure and heart disease, a new study warns.
Obese children are at increased for liver disease, high blood pressure and heart disease, a new study warns.
Those air-blown hand dryers in public restrooms may spread far more germs than conventional paper towels, a new study suggests.
Those air-blown hand dryers in public restrooms may spread far more germs than conventional paper towels, a new study suggests.
Talk therapy significantly reduces suicide attempts and deaths among people who have previously attempted suicide, a new study finds.
Talk therapy significantly reduces suicide attempts and deaths among people who have previously attempted suicide, a new study finds.
A growing number of children are being diagnosed with the allergic skin condition eczema -- but it can usually be eased with topical treatments, according to a new report.
A growing number of children are being diagnosed with the allergic skin condition eczema -- but it can usually be eased with topical treatments, according to a new report.
Millions of Americans bought health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act in the past year. Now, several shortcomings in the system have been discovered.
Millions of Americans bought health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act in the past year. Now, several shortcomings in the system have been discovered.
Being the boss at work seems to raise the odds for symptoms of depression among women, but not men, a new study finds.
Being the boss at work seems to raise the odds for symptoms of depression among women, but not men, a new study finds.
Scientists say they've mapped the genome -- the genetic "blueprint" -- of a tapeworm extracted from a British man's brain, in hopes it might help others with this very rare infection.
Scientists say they've mapped the genome -- the genetic "blueprint" -- of a tapeworm extracted from a British man's brain, in hopes it might help others with this very rare infection.
Many young people consider hookahs a hip and safer way to smoke, but a new study finds fumes from the water pipes contain the toxin benzene.
Many young people consider hookahs a hip and safer way to smoke, but a new study finds fumes from the water pipes contain the toxin benzene.
Elderly adults who live in nursing homes may commonly deal with aggressive or inappropriate behavior from fellow residents, a new study suggests.
Elderly adults who live in nursing homes may commonly deal with aggressive or inappropriate behavior from fellow residents, a new study suggests.
This year's flu season is off to a slow but detectable start. And it appears to be a typical one that's likely to peak in January or February, a leading U.S. health official says.
This year's flu season is off to a slow but detectable start. And it appears to be a typical one that's likely to peak in January or February, a leading U.S. health official says.
The cost of diabetes care in the United States has increased 48 percent in recent years, climbing to more than $322 billion annually, a new report shows.
The cost of diabetes care in the United States has increased 48 percent in recent years, climbing to more than $322 billion annually, a new report shows.
While levels of testosterone and other reproductive hormones have some effect on menopausal women's sex lives, their emotional health and quality of their relationships have a stronger influence, according to a...
While levels of testosterone and other reproductive hormones have some effect on menopausal women's sex lives, their emotional health and quality of their relationships have a stronger influence, according to a new study.
The same kind of laser that is used to remove tattoos may reduce scarring from acne, a small pilot study shows.
The same kind of laser that is used to remove tattoos may reduce scarring from acne, a small pilot study shows.
Most people who drink to excess or binge drink are not alcoholics, a new U.S. government report says.
Most people who drink to excess or binge drink are not alcoholics, a new U.S. government report says.
A bad marriage increases an older adult's risk of heart trouble, and that's particularly true for women, a new study contends.
A bad marriage increases an older adult's risk of heart trouble, and that's particularly true for women, a new study contends.
Nearly one in five American adults -- 43.8 million people -- had a diagnosable mental illness in 2013, federal officials reported Thursday.
Nearly one in five American adults -- 43.8 million people -- had a diagnosable mental illness in 2013, federal officials reported Thursday.
Jobs requiring intellectually challenging tasks may help preserve thinking skills and memory as workers age, a new study suggests.
Jobs requiring intellectually challenging tasks may help preserve thinking skills and memory as workers age, a new study suggests.
Overweight or obese women who get pregnant are much more likely to have a child who suffers from heart disease as an adult, new research suggests.
Overweight or obese women who get pregnant are much more likely to have a child who suffers from heart disease as an adult, new research suggests.
For a handful of patients who've received the first wire-free pacemaker, the results are still good after 18 months, researchers reported Wednesday.
For a handful of patients who've received the first wire-free pacemaker, the results are still good after 18 months, researchers reported Wednesday.
New federal mandates controlling the types of meals served at U.S. schools may actually promote eating habits tied to obesity and diabetes, a new study suggests.
New federal mandates controlling the types of meals served at U.S. schools may actually promote eating habits tied to obesity and diabetes, a new study suggests.
Police face a higher risk of sudden cardiac death when they're restraining or chasing suspects or engaging in altercations, compared to routine duties, according to new research.
Police face a higher risk of sudden cardiac death when they're restraining or chasing suspects or engaging in altercations, compared to routine duties, according to new research.
The third Thursday of November is almost here, and that's a key annual date for many health advocates -- the Great American Smokeout.
The third Thursday of November is almost here, and that's a key annual date for many health advocates -- the Great American Smokeout.
Having low levels of vitamin D because of your genetics may raise the risk of early death, a new study suggests.
Having low levels of vitamin D because of your genetics may raise the risk of early death, a new study suggests.
New research suggests that genes tied to blue eyes and red hair could put people at higher risk for moles or freckling in childhood, which are often precursors to the deadly skin cancer melanoma later in life.
New research suggests that genes tied to blue eyes and red hair could put people at higher risk for moles or freckling in childhood, which are often precursors to the deadly skin cancer melanoma later in life.
Fear of unhealthy weight gain can be a factor holding smokers back from quitting the habit. But a new study finds that even if you do add a few pounds once you quit, your post-cigarette health is still much better...
Fear of unhealthy weight gain can be a factor holding smokers back from quitting the habit. But a new study finds that even if you do add a few pounds once you quit, your post-cigarette health is still much better than if...
Cocaine users can have abnormal blood flow in the heart that is hard to detect, which can put them at increased risk for heart disease or death, a new study warns.
Cocaine users can have abnormal blood flow in the heart that is hard to detect, which can put them at increased risk for heart disease or death, a new study warns.
Some may believe that raising taxes on alcohol products will cost jobs in the service sector, but a new study suggests that's made up for by job creation elsewhere.
Some may believe that raising taxes on alcohol products will cost jobs in the service sector, but a new study suggests that's made up for by job creation elsewhere.
Women who started smoking at a young age may be at increased risk for chronic, severe menstrual pain, a new study suggests.
Women who started smoking at a young age may be at increased risk for chronic, severe menstrual pain, a new study suggests.
Routine screening for heart disease isn't effective for people with diabetes who have no symptoms but are at high risk for a heart attack, according to a new study.
Routine screening for heart disease isn't effective for people with diabetes who have no symptoms but are at high risk for a heart attack, according to a new study.
Three-quarters of American parents would consider removing their children from day care if other kids did not have all the recommended vaccinations.
Three-quarters of American parents would consider removing their children from day care if other kids did not have all the recommended vaccinations.
Early stage vascular disease may lead to impotence for men later in life, a new study says.
Early stage vascular disease may lead to impotence for men later in life, a new study says.
Almost 8 million Americans have diabetes but don't know it, a new study shows.
Almost 8 million Americans have diabetes but don't know it, a new study shows.
That whiff of pot that drifts your way at a rock concert or outdoor event could damage your heart and blood vessels as much as secondhand cigarette smoke does, preliminary research suggests.
That whiff of pot that drifts your way at a rock concert or outdoor event could damage your heart and blood vessels as much as secondhand cigarette smoke does, preliminary research suggests.
Cardiac arrest is most often fatal, but research is conflicting on whether women have better survival odds than men.
Cardiac arrest is most often fatal, but research is conflicting on whether women have better survival odds than men.
Talking bystanders through CPR methods for a cardiac emergency during a 911 call can significantly boost survival rates, a new study suggests.
Talking bystanders through CPR methods for a cardiac emergency during a 911 call can significantly boost survival rates, a new study suggests.
A new study finds that patients are more likely to die of a certain type of heart attack if they suffer it in a hospital while being treated for non-cardiac conditions.
A new study finds that patients are more likely to die of a certain type of heart attack if they suffer it in a hospital while being treated for non-cardiac conditions.
Regular exercise and physical therapy may benefit people with hip and knee arthritis, new research suggests.
Regular exercise and physical therapy may benefit people with hip and knee arthritis, new research suggests.
There's been a steep increase in the number of Americans seeking emergency care for the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation, a new study finds.
There's been a steep increase in the number of Americans seeking emergency care for the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation, a new study finds.
Emotional stress is more likely to physically impact younger women with heart disease compared to men with heart disease and seniors of both genders, new research shows.
Emotional stress is more likely to physically impact younger women with heart disease compared to men with heart disease and seniors of both genders, new research shows.
The potential dangers of energy drinks, those highly caffeinated beverages that promise to stave off sleepiness, are well known, but a new study suggests that even young children are at risk.
The potential dangers of energy drinks, those highly caffeinated beverages that promise to stave off sleepiness, are well known, but a new study suggests that even young children are at risk.
New research suggests that non-smoking people who sit in cars with smokers inhale some of the same cancer-causing substances and other toxins.
New research suggests that non-smoking people who sit in cars with smokers inhale some of the same cancer-causing substances and other toxins.
A doctor from Sierra Leone who lives in the United States and became infected with Ebola in his native country arrived Saturday at a specialized hospital in Nebraska for treatment.
A doctor from Sierra Leone who lives in the United States and became infected with Ebola in his native country arrived Saturday at a specialized hospital in Nebraska for treatment.
The "Obamacare" marketplaces are now gearing up for a new challenge: persuading Americans who slogged through last year's troubled open enrollment to renew their coverage.
The "Obamacare" marketplaces are now gearing up for a new challenge: persuading Americans who slogged through last year's troubled open enrollment to renew their coverage.
Many people gain weight at Thanksgiving because they eat too much and don't get enough exercise. But, a few simple steps can help you keep your weight under control while still enjoying the holiday, an expert says.
Many people gain weight at Thanksgiving because they eat too much and don't get enough exercise. But, a few simple steps can help you keep your weight under control while still enjoying the holiday, an expert says.
More than a fifth of American teens smoke or use tobacco in some way, which means that millions of them are putting themselves at risk for early death, a federal government study warns.
More than a fifth of American teens smoke or use tobacco in some way, which means that millions of them are putting themselves at risk for early death, a federal government study warns.
Nearly one in every five college students abuses prescription stimulants, according to a new survey sponsored by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.
Nearly one in every five college students abuses prescription stimulants, according to a new survey sponsored by the Partnership for Drug-Free Kids.
Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, shift work disorder and restless leg syndrome are common among firefighters, new research shows.
Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, shift work disorder and restless leg syndrome are common among firefighters, new research shows.
Many Americans may believe that private insurance can keep major medical bills at bay. But a new survey finds that one-fifth of people with private plans still spend at least 5 percent of their income on out-of-pocket health care costs.
Many Americans may believe that private insurance can keep major medical bills at bay. But a new survey finds that one-fifth of people with private plans still spend at least 5 percent of their income on out-of-pocket health care costs.
Scientists report that they found evidence of six kinds of toxic flame retardants in Americans.
Scientists report that they found evidence of six kinds of toxic flame retardants in Americans.
As the winter's first big snowstorm hits the Midwest and an Arctic blast barrels toward the East Coast this week, experts are offering tips on how to deal with the cold and snow.
As the winter's first big snowstorm hits the Midwest and an Arctic blast barrels toward the East Coast this week, experts are offering tips on how to deal with the cold and snow.
Pain and depression before an operation may increase seniors' risk for delirium after surgery, a new study suggests.
Pain and depression before an operation may increase seniors' risk for delirium after surgery, a new study suggests.
Men are at increased risk for oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection if their female sex partners have oral and/or genital HPV infections, a new study shows.
Men are at increased risk for oral human papillomavirus (HPV) infection if their female sex partners have oral and/or genital HPV infections, a new study shows.
Doctors in the United States have a near-perfect record of treating Ebola patients, with only one out of nine patients losing their lives while under hospital care in this country.
Doctors in the United States have a near-perfect record of treating Ebola patients, with only one out of nine patients losing their lives while under hospital care in this country.
Arm pain is common among young baseball players, a new study shows.
Arm pain is common among young baseball players, a new study shows.
Lunches packed at home are generally not as nutritious as school lunches, a new study shows.
Lunches packed at home are generally not as nutritious as school lunches, a new study shows.
In an attempt to make smoking less attractive, Australia recently mandated that cigarette packs there be sold in plain wrappers with large, graphic health warnings.
In an attempt to make smoking less attractive, Australia recently mandated that cigarette packs there be sold in plain wrappers with large, graphic health warnings.
Annual lung cancer screenings for long-term smokers may soon be covered by Medicare, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced Monday.
Annual lung cancer screenings for long-term smokers may soon be covered by Medicare, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced Monday.
Keeping supplies of epinephrine in schools saves lives, a new study finds.
Keeping supplies of epinephrine in schools saves lives, a new study finds.
Balloons placed inside the stomach can trigger substantial weight loss without the need for invasive surgery, according to a new clinical trial.
Balloons placed inside the stomach can trigger substantial weight loss without the need for invasive surgery, according to a new clinical trial.
Black and Hispanic students are less likely to be identified as having autism than white students, a new study reveals.
Black and Hispanic students are less likely to be identified as having autism than white students, a new study reveals.
The vast majority of children who are obese at age 11 are still far too heavy at age 16, new research suggests.
The vast majority of children who are obese at age 11 are still far too heavy at age 16, new research suggests.
Only one in two young American adults with high blood pressure gets advice from a doctor on lifestyle changes, a new study finds.
Only one in two young American adults with high blood pressure gets advice from a doctor on lifestyle changes, a new study finds.
Laundry detergent "pods" seriously sickened more than 700 U.S. children and killed at least one in a recent two-year period, a new report reveals.
Laundry detergent "pods" seriously sickened more than 700 U.S. children and killed at least one in a recent two-year period, a new report reveals.
The cost of skin cancer treatment in the United States more than doubled between 2002 and 2011, and rose five times faster than treatments for other cancers, a new study found.
The cost of skin cancer treatment in the United States more than doubled between 2002 and 2011, and rose five times faster than treatments for other cancers, a new study found.
Teens go to sleep much later than younger children, according to a study that lends support to later start times in high schools.
Teens go to sleep much later than younger children, according to a study that lends support to later start times in high schools.
Some cigar smokers may believe they face less health risk than if they were smoking cigarettes, but a new study casts doubt on that notion.
Some cigar smokers may believe they face less health risk than if they were smoking cigarettes, but a new study casts doubt on that notion.
The approaching holiday season can pose challenges for the 18 million Americans with an alcohol use disorder, an addiction specialist warns.
The approaching holiday season can pose challenges for the 18 million Americans with an alcohol use disorder, an addiction specialist warns.
Many primary care doctors may not be up to speed on the causes and best treatments for allergies, a new study suggests.
Many primary care doctors may not be up to speed on the causes and best treatments for allergies, a new study suggests.
People who are lactose-intolerant may be less likely to develop certain types of cancer, a new study suggests.
People who are lactose-intolerant may be less likely to develop certain types of cancer, a new study suggests.
There has been a sharp decline in the rate of hospitalizations for hepatitis A in the United States, a new study finds.
There has been a sharp decline in the rate of hospitalizations for hepatitis A in the United States, a new study finds.
Another study finds that having a sense of meaning and purpose in your life might do more than just give you focus -- it might help you live longer, too.
Another study finds that having a sense of meaning and purpose in your life might do more than just give you focus -- it might help you live longer, too.
He died in war-torn France of dysentery almost a century ago, but a World War I soldier is giving today's scientists important new insights into the gastrointestinal disease.
He died in war-torn France of dysentery almost a century ago, but a World War I soldier is giving today's scientists important new insights into the gastrointestinal disease.
Many Americans may check the box "allergic to penicillin" on medical forms, but new research suggests that most of them are mistaken.
Many Americans may check the box "allergic to penicillin" on medical forms, but new research suggests that most of them are mistaken.
It's known that gluten -- found in wheat, rye and barley -- is the cause of health problems in people with celiac disease. Now, new research suggests these folks may also react to non-gluten wheat proteins.
It's known that gluten -- found in wheat, rye and barley -- is the cause of health problems in people with celiac disease. Now, new research suggests these folks may also react to non-gluten wheat proteins.
People in high-income English-speaking countries tend to grow more satisfied with their lives as they age, but that's not the case in many other nations, a new study finds.
People in high-income English-speaking countries tend to grow more satisfied with their lives as they age, but that's not the case in many other nations, a new study finds.
Kids who believe their friends like them, no matter what, may be less prone to feeling bad about themselves when things go wrong, a new study hints.
Kids who believe their friends like them, no matter what, may be less prone to feeling bad about themselves when things go wrong, a new study hints.
An estimated eight million American women ages 21 to 65 haven't been screened for cervical cancer in the past five years.
An estimated eight million American women ages 21 to 65 haven't been screened for cervical cancer in the past five years.
Since its initial launch in 2013, Google Glass has been touted as a revolutionary entry into the world of "smart" eyewear.
Since its initial launch in 2013, Google Glass has been touted as a revolutionary entry into the world of "smart" eyewear.
Climate change will boost levels of grass pollen in the air in the next 100 years, resulting in increased misery for people with grass allergy, a new study contends.
Climate change will boost levels of grass pollen in the air in the next 100 years, resulting in increased misery for people with grass allergy, a new study contends.
Classroom design can have a major impact on student achievement, a new study says.
Classroom design can have a major impact on student achievement, a new study says.
Throwing another wrinkle into the ongoing debate over the effects of media violence, new research suggests that movies and video games might not deserve the blame for real-life crime.
Throwing another wrinkle into the ongoing debate over the effects of media violence, new research suggests that movies and video games might not deserve the blame for real-life crime.
There's more evidence that poorer housing is tied to higher rates of asthma attacks among kids.
There's more evidence that poorer housing is tied to higher rates of asthma attacks among kids.
A strain of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in hospitals can be traced back to livestock, a new study says.
A strain of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in hospitals can be traced back to livestock, a new study says.
Working non-standard hours -- often called "shift work" -- for many years is not only hard on the body, but may also dull the mind, new research suggests.
Working non-standard hours -- often called "shift work" -- for many years is not only hard on the body, but may also dull the mind, new research suggests.
DNA tests can reliably identify the type of snake that has bitten a person and could save the lives of many people in countries with deadly venomous snakes, new research reports.
DNA tests can reliably identify the type of snake that has bitten a person and could save the lives of many people in countries with deadly venomous snakes, new research reports.
Nearly three-quarters of people whose hearts are found to be healthy after being checked for coronary artery disease continue to have persistent symptoms such as chest pain, a new study finds.
Nearly three-quarters of people whose hearts are found to be healthy after being checked for coronary artery disease continue to have persistent symptoms such as chest pain, a new study finds.
A woman's odds of having a baby with kidney and urinary tract birth defects are higher if she's obese, new research suggests.
A woman's odds of having a baby with kidney and urinary tract birth defects are higher if she's obese, new research suggests.
Atrial fibrillation, a common condition where the heart beats abnormally, may more than double the risk of "silent" strokes, a new review suggests.
Atrial fibrillation, a common condition where the heart beats abnormally, may more than double the risk of "silent" strokes, a new review suggests.
Weight-loss surgery significantly lowers an obese person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, researchers report.
Weight-loss surgery significantly lowers an obese person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, researchers report.
Infants are exposed to more speech from mothers during their first year of life, which may be why they often pay more attention to mom, new research suggests.
Infants are exposed to more speech from mothers during their first year of life, which may be why they often pay more attention to mom, new research suggests.
Adults who were born preterm or at a low birth weight may have an increased risk of needing a hip replacement due to osteoarthritis, a new study suggests.
Adults who were born preterm or at a low birth weight may have an increased risk of needing a hip replacement due to osteoarthritis, a new study suggests.
The condition of a New York City doctor who became infected with Ebola while treating patients in West Africa has been upgraded to stable, hospital officials reported Saturday.
The condition of a New York City doctor who became infected with Ebola while treating patients in West Africa has been upgraded to stable, hospital officials reported Saturday.
Many pediatricians provide inadequate care for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), relying too heavily on drugs and failing to thoroughly assess kids' symptoms, a new study reports.
Many pediatricians provide inadequate care for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), relying too heavily on drugs and failing to thoroughly assess kids' symptoms, a new study reports.
Malfunction of a key brain protein called tau is the likely culprit behind Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, a new study in mice concludes.
Malfunction of a key brain protein called tau is the likely culprit behind Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, a new study in mice concludes.
Surgery for low back pain caused by spinal stenosis varies depending on where in the United States you live, a new report says.
Surgery for low back pain caused by spinal stenosis varies depending on where in the United States you live, a new report says.
Despite recent efforts to create awareness about concussion among young athletes, a new study found that high school football players still don't know enough about the symptoms and consequences of this type of head injury.
Despite recent efforts to create awareness about concussion among young athletes, a new study found that high school football players still don't know enough about the symptoms and consequences of this type of head injury.
A few simple steps can help make this weekend's time change easier to cope with, a sleep expert says.
A few simple steps can help make this weekend's time change easier to cope with, a sleep expert says.
Access to generic hormone therapy medicines improves the chances that breast cancer patients will stick with their drug treatment, a new study found.
Access to generic hormone therapy medicines improves the chances that breast cancer patients will stick with their drug treatment, a new study found.
Obesity increases the risk of certain types of breast cancer in postmenopausal black and Hispanic women, two new U.S. studies show.
Obesity increases the risk of certain types of breast cancer in postmenopausal black and Hispanic women, two new U.S. studies show.
Carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating may seem like harmless fun, but Halloween injuries send many children to emergency rooms in the United States every year, experts say.
Carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating may seem like harmless fun, but Halloween injuries send many children to emergency rooms in the United States every year, experts say.
Women who live with young children may be less likely to suffer hot flashes after going through surgical menopause, a new study suggests.
Women who live with young children may be less likely to suffer hot flashes after going through surgical menopause, a new study suggests.
Almost one-fifth of Americans do daily battle with crippling, chronic pain, a large new survey reveals, with the elderly and women struggling the most.
Almost one-fifth of Americans do daily battle with crippling, chronic pain, a large new survey reveals, with the elderly and women struggling the most.
A small new study raises more questions about the accuracy of home blood-pressure monitoring devices.
A small new study raises more questions about the accuracy of home blood-pressure monitoring devices.
The World Bank pledged Thursday an additional $100 million in the fight against the Ebola outbreak wreaking havoc in West Africa.
The World Bank pledged Thursday an additional $100 million in the fight against the Ebola outbreak wreaking havoc in West Africa.
There are clear differences in the brains of people with chronic fatigue syndrome and the brains of healthy people, new research indicates.
There are clear differences in the brains of people with chronic fatigue syndrome and the brains of healthy people, new research indicates.
Wearing masks made of latex and taking hayrides are among the Halloween festivities that could be risky for children with asthma, according to the American Lung Association.
Wearing masks made of latex and taking hayrides are among the Halloween festivities that could be risky for children with asthma, according to the American Lung Association.
New research supports replacing the traditional way of reimbursing doctors for care -- paying for each service provided -- with an alternative system that gives a set amount of money to health care organizations for patient care.
New research supports replacing the traditional way of reimbursing doctors for care -- paying for each service provided -- with an alternative system that gives a set amount of money to health care organizations for patient care.
In the world of 21st-century medicine, organ transplantation is nothing new.
In the world of 21st-century medicine, organ transplantation is nothing new.
Exposure to a common plastics' chemical during pregnancy may have effects on genital development in baby boys, a small study hints.
Exposure to a common plastics' chemical during pregnancy may have effects on genital development in baby boys, a small study hints.
Scientists who used stem cells to create miniature human stomachs in the laboratory say their breakthrough could provide a new way to learn more about the development and treatment of stomach diseases.
Scientists who used stem cells to create miniature human stomachs in the laboratory say their breakthrough could provide a new way to learn more about the development and treatment of stomach diseases.
More than 100 genes have been identified that appear linked to autism spectrum disorders, two new studies report.
More than 100 genes have been identified that appear linked to autism spectrum disorders, two new studies report.
When it comes to heart disease, a new study finds women are more likely than men to delay care when they have symptoms that spell trouble.
When it comes to heart disease, a new study finds women are more likely than men to delay care when they have symptoms that spell trouble.
The Ebola outbreak in Liberia -- one of three West African nations ravaged by the disease -- may be slowing, World Health Organization officials said Wednesday.
The Ebola outbreak in Liberia -- one of three West African nations ravaged by the disease -- may be slowing, World Health Organization officials said Wednesday.
Don Juans of the world, take note: Men who sleep with lots of women may be less likely to develop prostate cancer than men who don't play the field, a new Canadian study suggests.
Don Juans of the world, take note: Men who sleep with lots of women may be less likely to develop prostate cancer than men who don't play the field, a new Canadian study suggests.
A new study suggests that state laws requiring "universal" motorcycle helmet use -- instead of helmet laws just for certain ages -- may lower the rates of traumatic brain injuries in young riders.
A new study suggests that state laws requiring "universal" motorcycle helmet use -- instead of helmet laws just for certain ages -- may lower the rates of traumatic brain injuries in young riders.
Drinking lots of milk could be bad for your health, a new study reports.
Drinking lots of milk could be bad for your health, a new study reports.
In a cutting-edge look at the biology of crime, a team of Swedish investigators has identified two specific genetic mutations that appear to be linked to a higher risk for extremely violent behavior.
In a cutting-edge look at the biology of crime, a team of Swedish investigators has identified two specific genetic mutations that appear to be linked to a higher risk for extremely violent behavior.
Federal health officials issued new guidelines Monday for monitoring people at risk for Ebola exposure, whether they are returning home from the West African outbreak zone or caring for patients in the United States.
Federal health officials issued new guidelines Monday for monitoring people at risk for Ebola exposure, whether they are returning home from the West African outbreak zone or caring for patients in the United States.
The rate of type 1 diabetes has increased substantially among elementary school-age white children in the United States, a new study shows.
The rate of type 1 diabetes has increased substantially among elementary school-age white children in the United States, a new study shows.
For children with broken bones, ibuprofen is a better choice for pain relief than morphine, researchers report.
For children with broken bones, ibuprofen is a better choice for pain relief than morphine, researchers report.
Many college health centers may lack the resources to fully care for students with chronic health conditions, a new study suggests.
Many college health centers may lack the resources to fully care for students with chronic health conditions, a new study suggests.
"Social host" laws, which hold adults accountable for any underage drinking that takes place on their property, may help curb teenage drinking, according to the preliminary findings of a new study.
"Social host" laws, which hold adults accountable for any underage drinking that takes place on their property, may help curb teenage drinking, according to the preliminary findings of a new study.
More than 10 percent of babies born with an infection called cytomegalovirus will suffer permanent hearing loss, a new study reports.
More than 10 percent of babies born with an infection called cytomegalovirus will suffer permanent hearing loss, a new study reports.
Arriving home safe and sound is one of the best Halloween treats of all.
Arriving home safe and sound is one of the best Halloween treats of all.
Although drinking during pregnancy has long been considered taboo, new research suggests that as many as one in 20 U.S. children may have health or behavioral problems related to alcohol exposure before birth.
Although drinking during pregnancy has long been considered taboo, new research suggests that as many as one in 20 U.S. children may have health or behavioral problems related to alcohol exposure before birth.
A lab-created cocoa drink appears to improve normal age-related memory loss, a small study suggests.
A lab-created cocoa drink appears to improve normal age-related memory loss, a small study suggests.
Researchers who discovered antibiotics in farmed and wild fish say their findings are cause for concern.
Researchers who discovered antibiotics in farmed and wild fish say their findings are cause for concern.
The virus that causes common cold sores -- herpes simplex -- might increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, two studies by Swedish researchers suggest.
The virus that causes common cold sores -- herpes simplex -- might increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, two studies by Swedish researchers suggest.
Cadavers are better than a computer simulation of the human body for teaching anatomy to college students, a new study says.
Cadavers are better than a computer simulation of the human body for teaching anatomy to college students, a new study says.
Only about 6 percent of American hospitals have infection control procedures in place to effectively and safely handle Ebola patients, a new survey reveals.
Only about 6 percent of American hospitals have infection control procedures in place to effectively and safely handle Ebola patients, a new survey reveals.
Infants with a specific skin gene mutation who are exposed to peanut protein in household dust may be more likely to develop a peanut allergy, according to a new study.
Infants with a specific skin gene mutation who are exposed to peanut protein in household dust may be more likely to develop a peanut allergy, according to a new study.
On Friday, the governors of New York and New Jersey announced strict new quarantine measures for anyone returning via Kennedy and Newark Liberty airports who may have had contacts with Ebola patients.
On Friday, the governors of New York and New Jersey announced strict new quarantine measures for anyone returning via Kennedy and Newark Liberty airports who may have had contacts with Ebola patients.
October's shorter, darker days can trigger a type of depression, known as seasonal affective disorder, according to an expert.
October's shorter, darker days can trigger a type of depression, known as seasonal affective disorder, according to an expert.
For those teens who try to avoid spending time with their parents and siblings, new research suggests that sitting down for family meals might help them stay slim as adults.
For those teens who try to avoid spending time with their parents and siblings, new research suggests that sitting down for family meals might help them stay slim as adults.
Multiple drug use put couples who "swing" at increased risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), a new study shows.
Multiple drug use put couples who "swing" at increased risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), a new study shows.
A large influx of international aid is needed, and soon, if West Africa is to avoid tens of thousands of deaths from the widening Ebola crisis, a team of Yale University researchers predict.
A large influx of international aid is needed, and soon, if West Africa is to avoid tens of thousands of deaths from the widening Ebola crisis, a team of Yale University researchers predict.
Riding a bus or an elevator full of sniffles, coughs and sneezes is one of the more unpleasant aspects of the flu season.
Riding a bus or an elevator full of sniffles, coughs and sneezes is one of the more unpleasant aspects of the flu season.
Cesarean delivery was the most common inpatient surgery in the United States in 2011 and was used in nearly one-third of all deliveries, research shows.
Cesarean delivery was the most common inpatient surgery in the United States in 2011 and was used in nearly one-third of all deliveries, research shows.
A new test that scans all of a person's genes to pinpoint a single mutation can help identify rare genetic disorders in children, a new study shows.
A new test that scans all of a person's genes to pinpoint a single mutation can help identify rare genetic disorders in children, a new study shows.
Occasional marijuana use does not appear to affect teens' intelligence or school performance, but heavy marijuana use is associated with slightly lower exam scores, according to a new study.
Occasional marijuana use does not appear to affect teens' intelligence or school performance, but heavy marijuana use is associated with slightly lower exam scores, according to a new study.
Two-thirds of dietary supplements recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because they contained banned ingredients remained on store shelves at least six months after they were recalled, a new study finds.
Two-thirds of dietary supplements recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because they contained banned ingredients remained on store shelves at least six months after they were recalled, a new study finds.
Hospital patients often have tubes placed in their veins to deliver medication or take blood samples. But a new study suggests their doctors don't always know about it.
Hospital patients often have tubes placed in their veins to deliver medication or take blood samples. But a new study suggests their doctors don't always know about it.
Teens' conflicts at home increase the risk of problems at school for up to two days, according to a new study.
Teens' conflicts at home increase the risk of problems at school for up to two days, according to a new study.
Public health officials plan to actively monitor all U.S. residents returning home from one of the three Ebola-affected nations in West Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday.
Public health officials plan to actively monitor all U.S. residents returning home from one of the three Ebola-affected nations in West Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday.
Monitoring devices among intensive care patients set off 2.5 million alarms in one month at a U.S. hospital, a new study of "alarm fatigue" shows.
Monitoring devices among intensive care patients set off 2.5 million alarms in one month at a U.S. hospital, a new study of "alarm fatigue" shows.
Your sex life is unlikely to suffer because of sleep apnea treatment, according to a new study.
Your sex life is unlikely to suffer because of sleep apnea treatment, according to a new study.
Besides the danger and worry from the disease itself, many Americans battling cancer are faced with high bills for medical care, two new reports show.
Besides the danger and worry from the disease itself, many Americans battling cancer are faced with high bills for medical care, two new reports show.
Elderly men who've lost the Y chromosome from their blood cells may be at increased risk for earlier death and death from cancer, a new study suggests.
Elderly men who've lost the Y chromosome from their blood cells may be at increased risk for earlier death and death from cancer, a new study suggests.
Four hospitals that are home to advanced biocontainment facilities have become America's ground zero in the treatment of Ebola patients.
Four hospitals that are home to advanced biocontainment facilities have become America's ground zero in the treatment of Ebola patients.
A crucial part of conventional in vitro fertilization (IVF) -- the incubation of embryos in a laboratory dish -- can instead take place in a device inside the vagina, new research suggests.
A crucial part of conventional in vitro fertilization (IVF) -- the incubation of embryos in a laboratory dish -- can instead take place in a device inside the vagina, new research suggests.
Infants who quickly add weight and length may be showing a genetic propensity for obesity as toddlers, a new study suggests.
Infants who quickly add weight and length may be showing a genetic propensity for obesity as toddlers, a new study suggests.
Two sisters in high school have developed ways to measure lung and heart damage.
Two sisters in high school have developed ways to measure lung and heart damage.
Binge drinking among young adult men may lead to increased blood pressure, according to a new study.
Binge drinking among young adult men may lead to increased blood pressure, according to a new study.
A new implantable eye device might make reading glasses a thing of the past, researchers report.
A new implantable eye device might make reading glasses a thing of the past, researchers report.
About one-fifth of Hispanic women have a genetic variation that offers significant protection against breast cancer risk, according to a new study.
About one-fifth of Hispanic women have a genetic variation that offers significant protection against breast cancer risk, according to a new study.
Headlines remain riveted on the three Ebola cases in Dallas. But, mental health specialists say overblown fear is a much bigger health threat to Americans.
Headlines remain riveted on the three Ebola cases in Dallas. But, mental health specialists say overblown fear is a much bigger health threat to Americans.
Children of mothers exposed to high levels of traffic air pollution during pregnancy may be at increased risk for lung damage, according to a new study.
Children of mothers exposed to high levels of traffic air pollution during pregnancy may be at increased risk for lung damage, according to a new study.
Nonsmokers who live with smokers are exposed to triple the World Health Organization's recommended safe levels of harmful air particles, a new study warns.
Nonsmokers who live with smokers are exposed to triple the World Health Organization's recommended safe levels of harmful air particles, a new study warns.
A child receives the wrong medication or the wrong dosage every eight minutes in the United States, according to a recent study.
A child receives the wrong medication or the wrong dosage every eight minutes in the United States, according to a recent study.
A man's love of coffee could hamper the success of a couple's infertility treatment, a small new study suggests.
A man's love of coffee could hamper the success of a couple's infertility treatment, a small new study suggests.
Some good news arrived Monday on the Ebola front in the United States: Dozens of people who had contact with the Dallas patient who died earlier this month are no longer in danger of catching the disease, health...
Some good news arrived Monday on the Ebola front in the United States: Dozens of people who had contact with the Dallas patient who died earlier this month are no longer in danger of catching the disease, health officials...
"Diagnosing Ebola is very different from treating Ebola."
"Diagnosing Ebola is very different from treating Ebola."
When parents become desensitized to violence and sex in movies, they may also become more lax about their children's exposure to both onscreen, a new study suggests.
When parents become desensitized to violence and sex in movies, they may also become more lax about their children's exposure to both onscreen, a new study suggests.
Circumcision is typically done in the first days or weeks of life, but about 6 percent of U.S. boys have the procedure later, which increases the risk of complications and increases costs, according to new research.
Circumcision is typically done in the first days or weeks of life, but about 6 percent of U.S. boys have the procedure later, which increases the risk of complications and increases costs, according to new research.
During the recent "Great Recession," worries about the cost of raising children in an uncertain job market may have spurred an uptick in vasectomies, a new study suggests.
During the recent "Great Recession," worries about the cost of raising children in an uncertain job market may have spurred an uptick in vasectomies, a new study suggests.
The way you walk can affect your mood, according to a new study.
The way you walk can affect your mood, according to a new study.
Family rejection could be potentially deadly for teens already at risk for suicide, a new study has found.
Family rejection could be potentially deadly for teens already at risk for suicide, a new study has found.
Black and Hispanic children, and those from poor families, are at increased risk for complications after tonsil removal surgery, a new study finds.
Black and Hispanic children, and those from poor families, are at increased risk for complications after tonsil removal surgery, a new study finds.
Physically active people are less likely to show signs of depression, a new study finds.
Physically active people are less likely to show signs of depression, a new study finds.
A large number of American teens continue to send and receive sexual images on their cellphones -- a practice dubbed sexting, according to a new study.
A large number of American teens continue to send and receive sexual images on their cellphones -- a practice dubbed sexting, according to a new study.
President Barack Obama says he's considering appointing an "Ebola czar" to oversee the federal government's response to the small but anxiety-producing presence of the often lethal virus in the United States.
President Barack Obama says he's considering appointing an "Ebola czar" to oversee the federal government's response to the small but anxiety-producing presence of the often lethal virus in the United States.
The second nurse at a Dallas hospital to be diagnosed with Ebola was transferred Wednesday night to Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
The second nurse at a Dallas hospital to be diagnosed with Ebola was transferred Wednesday night to Emory University Hospital in Atlanta.
Depression and obesity tend to go hand in hand, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.
Depression and obesity tend to go hand in hand, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.
The number of visits to U.S. emergency rooms linked to synthetic pot -- also known as "K2" or "Spice" -- have more than doubled in recent years, U.S. officials reported Thursday.
The number of visits to U.S. emergency rooms linked to synthetic pot -- also known as "K2" or "Spice" -- have more than doubled in recent years, U.S. officials reported Thursday.
Teen girls have more relationship-related stress than boys, which puts them at greater risk for depression, a new study finds.
Teen girls have more relationship-related stress than boys, which puts them at greater risk for depression, a new study finds.
Residents of major U.S. metropolitan areas who need a psychiatrist are often likely to come up empty-handed, regardless of ability to pay, new research suggests.
Residents of major U.S. metropolitan areas who need a psychiatrist are often likely to come up empty-handed, regardless of ability to pay, new research suggests.
A second health care worker who helped treat a patient who died of Ebola last week at a Dallas hospital has tested positive for the disease, health officials said Wednesday morning.
A second health care worker who helped treat a patient who died of Ebola last week at a Dallas hospital has tested positive for the disease, health officials said Wednesday morning.
There's no magic bullet in the foreseeable future for the treatment of people infected by Ebola, infectious-disease experts say.
There's no magic bullet in the foreseeable future for the treatment of people infected by Ebola, infectious-disease experts say.
A Medicare subsidy program makes it more likely that breast cancer patients in all racial and ethnic groups will continue hormone therapy after surgery for their cancer, a new study found.
A Medicare subsidy program makes it more likely that breast cancer patients in all racial and ethnic groups will continue hormone therapy after surgery for their cancer, a new study found.
Being a parent makes cancer patients more likely to seek life-extending treatments, a new study says.
Being a parent makes cancer patients more likely to seek life-extending treatments, a new study says.
Young athletes who pitch more than 100 balls a week risk getting a painful overuse injury that can hamper normal shoulder development, new research shows.
Young athletes who pitch more than 100 balls a week risk getting a painful overuse injury that can hamper normal shoulder development, new research shows.
Following the Mediterranean diet may help reverse a condition known as metabolic syndrome, new research suggests.
Following the Mediterranean diet may help reverse a condition known as metabolic syndrome, new research suggests.
Although exercise has long been thought to help improve the symptoms of depression, teenagers may not reap these benefits, a new British study suggests.
Although exercise has long been thought to help improve the symptoms of depression, teenagers may not reap these benefits, a new British study suggests.
One of the most dangerous places for a sleeping baby is a sofa, according to a new study.
One of the most dangerous places for a sleeping baby is a sofa, according to a new study.
Positive, calm and friendly family meals might help a child avoid becoming overweight or obese, a new study suggests.
Positive, calm and friendly family meals might help a child avoid becoming overweight or obese, a new study suggests.
Stress triggers different physical and mental reactions in women and men with heart disease, new research indicates.
Stress triggers different physical and mental reactions in women and men with heart disease, new research indicates.
Eating disorders can begin before puberty and may be linked with other mental health issues, a new study shows.
Eating disorders can begin before puberty and may be linked with other mental health issues, a new study shows.
One-quarter of Americans now view Ebola as a major public health threat to the United States, with many saying they'd change their travel plans due to Ebola fears, a new Harris Poll/HealthDay survey reveals.
One-quarter of Americans now view Ebola as a major public health threat to the United States, with many saying they'd change their travel plans due to Ebola fears, a new Harris Poll/HealthDay survey reveals.
College athletes in contact sports such as football and soccer are more than twice as likely as other college athletes to carry a superbug known as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), new research finds.
College athletes in contact sports such as football and soccer are more than twice as likely as other college athletes to carry a superbug known as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), new research finds.
Regularly eating fried food before pregnancy may increase a woman's risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy, according to a new study.
Regularly eating fried food before pregnancy may increase a woman's risk of developing diabetes during pregnancy, according to a new study.
When it comes to pain relief during labor and delivery, mom probably knows best, new research suggests.
When it comes to pain relief during labor and delivery, mom probably knows best, new research suggests.
People who've had severe strokes and have a condition called "locked-in" syndrome may benefit from a new technology that allows them to communicate with the outside world, according to new research.
People who've had severe strokes and have a condition called "locked-in" syndrome may benefit from a new technology that allows them to communicate with the outside world, according to new research.
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