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Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby
Study suggests treatment of expectant mothers is feasible after first trimester. Pot Use Could Double Risk of Car Crash, Research Shows
But no reliable roadside test available to identify drugged drivers, experts say. C-Sections Might Put Preemies at Risk for Breathing Problems
Study found respiratory distress syndrome more likely in small, premature infants born by cesarean. Fear of Lawsuits Influences Care From Most Orthopedic Surgeons: Survey
More than 95 percent said they ordered unnecessary tests, referrals and hospitalizations to protect themselves. Heart Disease May Be Risk Factor for Prostate Cancer
Study found men who had the first had 74% higher chance of developing the second In Mice, Cancer Drug Shows Effect on Alzheimer's Symptoms
Early lab study showed reduction of disease-related plaque. More Patients Seek Plastic Surgery Advice From Facebook, Twitter
Surveyed surgeons said Botox, nose and eyelid modifications among most common requests. Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study
After unusual femur break, patients should not take bisphosphonates, researchers say. 4 New Genes Linked to Type 2 Diabetes
Analysis looked at a variety of ethnic groups. Illicit Drugs Bought Off Internet May Be Poisons, Experts Warn
Case report says victims thought they'd ordered amphetamine, but got drug that turned their skin blue. More U.S. Doctors Are Urging Patients to Exercise: CDC
But majority of adults still not told to get active during office visit, report finds. Strutting the Catwalk in Red, Stars Promote 'The Heart Truth'
Annual Red Dress fashion show highlights the leading threat to women's health, heart disease. Bug Bites May Have Caused Zebras' Stripes
Black-and-white hide least likely to attract horseflies, study says. More People Need Training in Lifesaving Epinephrine Use, Advocates Say
Parents, educators, caregivers, friends can respond to severe food allergies. Risk of Preterm Birth Rises for Hispanic Women the Longer They're in U.S.
Rate among U.S.-born Hispanic women nearly triple that of women here less than a decade, study says. Heart Disease Risk Gene May Pass From Dads to Sons
Male-only Y chromosome can raise risk by 50%, study finds. Many Doctors May Be Less Than Honest With Their Patients
Survey found one in 10 lied, many painted too rosy a prognosis. New Therapy Might Help Relieve Painful Foot Condition
Preliminary study suggests it might work in hard-to-treat cases of plantar fasciitis. Electrical Brain Stimulation May Strengthen Memory, Study Says
Preliminary results suggest method might hold promise for dementia patients. Experts Warn of Antibiotic-Resistant Gonorrhea
Arsenal of drugs effective against the sexually transmitted disease running dry, researchers say. Screening Moms-to-Be for Thyroid Trouble May Not Help Offspring
Study finds intervening early in pregnancy had no effect on children's mental function later. Tai Chi May Help Parkinson's Patients
Study found twice-weekly training boosted balance, reduced falls. Generic Drugs Easing Out-of-Pocket Medical Costs in U.S.
But meds remain a significant burden for those with low incomes, chronic illnesses, study finds. More Success With Gene Therapy for Blindness
Repeat treatment improves vision for three adults with rare eye disease. Obesity Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms
As weight increases, so do patient reports of greater pain, poor quality of life, researchers say. When Prodded, Restaurant Diners Often Opt for Smaller Portions
Study found power of suggestion worked, even when smaller meal was not discounted. Depressed Kids May Be Targets for Bullying, Study Suggests
New research challenges notion that bullying leads to mental health woes. Fasting Plus Chemo May Help in Cancer Fight: Study
This study was in mice, but researchers are starting to test the strategy in human cancer patients. Prescription Shampoo Approved to Treat Head Lice
Sklice is sanctioned for children as young as six months Big Drop in Americans' Blood Levels of Trans Fats, CDC Says
New findings focus on whites but studies on other groups underway. Female Soccer Players May Face Health Problems: Study
Intense training, poor nutrition might lead to menstrual abnormalities, stress fractures in young players. Short Breaks During Exercise OK for Diabetes Control: Study
But with or without pauses, more benefit achieved in low-oxygen setting, study finds. One 'Silver Lining' to Recession: Fewer Broken Bones?
Florida study finds less orthopedic trauma cases as construction workers lost jobs. Playing Sports May Help Keep Kids From Smoking
But the risk of taking up the habit rises if teammates smoke, study finds. Quality Day Care Predicts Later Parental Involvement in School
Mothers whose kids attended good day care were more involved in their children's schools later on. Heart Failure, Osteoporosis Go 'Hand-in-Hand': Researchers
Cardiac condition raises the risks of falls and may contribute to bone-density loss. Kids' Diarrhea Vaccine Appears Safe After All: Study
Risk of intestinal side effect didn't rise; children should be vaccinated, experts say. New Antibiotic for Bladder Infection Disappoints in Trial
But other drugs can still get the job done, experts say. New Meningitis Vaccine Works in Infants: Study
If licensed, it would protect babies from a strain of bacterium that can cause serious disease. Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age
Research focused on estrogen-sensitive tumors; undertreatment might play a role, expert says. Facebook Might Be Tough on Users With Low Self-Esteem
Inundating friends with negative life details makes 'poster' less likeable, study finds. Soft Drinks May Raise Odds for Respiratory Ills: Study
Asthma, COPD more likely for those who regularly consume soda, flavored mineral water, researchers say. Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Researchers say postmenopausal women taking Aromasin need to be monitored. Everyday Foods Add Up to Major Salt Problems: CDC
Ten food types, including bread, account for higher risk of heart disease, stroke, report says. Gene Research Offers Clues to Parkinson's Disease
Key mutation in certain DNA is tied to a minority of cases of the illness, study says. Moving Homes Often in Childhood Might Affect Long-Term Health
Frequently uprooted kids were more likely to drink heavily, smoke as adults, study says. Quitting Smoking May Halve Risk of Oral Health Problems
Smokers four times more likely to develop oral conditions, such as mouth cancers, gum disease, study finds. Avoid Window Seats to Cut Risk for In-Flight Blood Clots: Study
Experts say DVTs can strike any immobilized passenger, not just those in economy class. Even for the Overweight, Exercise Helps the Heart
Study finds changes in physical fitness affect disease risk at any weight. Letting Baby Eat Finger Foods May Spur Healthier Weight
Babies who are spoon-fed purees more likely to prefer sweets, become overweight, study says. Surgery Effective for Tough-to-Treat Epilepsy
In 26-year study, procedure cut seizures and boosted quality of life long-term. Does Abortion in First Trimester Raise Risk of Mental Ills' Return?
Danish study found women who gave birth were more likely to be readmitted in the month afterwards. Metformin Preferred Drug for Type 2 Diabetes, Experts Say
But, American College of Physicians states diet and exercise changes should start before medication. Pancreas May 'Taste' Fructose, Hinting at Links to Diabetes
High-fructose corn syrup is ubiquitous in Western diet, and study suggests it could play unique role. Antidepressants May Not Raise Suicide Risk in Youth: Study
Despite 'black box warning' for drugs such as Prozac, no increase -- or decrease -- was found. Certain Cancer Drugs May Have Fatal Side Effects: Analysis
Risk is very small, but doctors, patients should be made aware, investigators say. Many U.S. Kids Still Buy Unhealthy Snacks at School
Regulation needed to reduce students' access to junk food, researchers say. New Criteria Could Change Who Is Diagnosed With Alzheimer's
Expert says many more patients may be told they only have mild cognitive impairment. New Scoring Method May Help Predict Stroke Outcome
Study reveals quick way to identify those who will respond well to clot-buster alteplase. Smoking May Be Especially Tough on Men's Brains
Study found declines in thinking skills for males, but not females. Vulnerability to Anthrax Varies Widely: Study
It suggests that genes might make some people safer in bioterrorism attack. Constipation May Help Explain Some Bedwetting
Study found it could pressure bladder, lower capacity to hold urine. College Degree Lowers Marriage Odds for Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds
Education can bridge the income gap, but not social or cultural differences, study says. Spanking Produces Troubled Kids, Study Contends
Punishment linked to more aggression in children, two decades of research shows. Fewer Teens Exposed to Tobacco Smoke in Cars: Report
But researchers add that too many are still breathing in secondhand smoke while in vehicles. More Americans Seeking Love Online: Study
Dating websites offer romance, but 'science' behind claims is called sketchy. Thousands of U.S. Kids Hospitalized for Abuse
Infants, poor children most vulnerable, study suggests. Dealing With Head Lice
Despite what some people think, lice prefer clean hair, doctor says. Safe Social Networking Tips for Teens
Parents can support a positive experience for their kids, experts say. Don't Fumble Your Diet on Super Bowl Sunday
Expert offers game-day defense for food-filled parties. Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors
For those with mobility problems, snow and ice can leave them stranded at home. Why Human Brains Are Smarter Than Chimp Brains
Synapses in key brain region continues to develop much longer in babies than in primates, study finds. Asthmatic Moms Who Breast-feed May Help Their Children's Lungs
At age 12, those kids had better lung function than formula-fed kids. Map Shows Where in U.S. to Beware of Lyme Disease
Northeast and parts of the Midwest are hotbeds of the tick-borne disease. Aspirin, Warfarin Fare Equally for Heart Failure Patients
Each of these anti-clotting drugs had similar effectiveness in preventing deaths, study found. Diabetes Takes Toll on Women's Hearing: Study
Especially in women over 60, hearing is much worse for those with poorly controlled disease. Epidural Plus Fever in Mom May Raise Risks for Baby
Study found as mother's temperature rose, problems were more likely at birth. Hard Drug Use in Middle Age Could Prove Fatal, Study Finds
Those who continue to 'dabble' into their 50s tend to be at greater risk for bad outcomes in general. Soy Supplements May Not Shield Against Breast Cancer
Study suggests no reduction in tumor risk, but one expert says more research may be needed. Booze and Family History of Colon Cancer a Bad Mix: Study
Red meat, smoking and skipping veggies also associated with a raised cancer risk, research finds. Many Stroke Victims Still Don't Get Treated Fast Enough: Study
Researchers found response times haven't improved since 2005. Norovirus Top Cause of Hospital Infection Outbreaks, Says Study
Gastrointestinal bug causes vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea. Smaller Plate Won't Help Your Diet, Research Shows
People eat until full regardless of the dinnerware, researcher says. Could a Blood Test Help Spot Depression?
Small study suggests 'biomarker' levels might help support a diagnosis, but more research needed. Malaria's Global Death Toll Much Higher Than Thought
Study estimates 1.2 million die each year, nearly double previous estimates. Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study
21 simple questions may help docs determine which patients need more testing, researchers say. Women Wear Red on Friday to Highlight Heart Health
Roughly 8 million women in the United States have heart disease, research shows. Being Fit Before Stroke May Aid Recovery
Patients with higher physical activity levels have better treatment response, study finds. Married Men Seek Help for Stroke Sooner Than Their Wives
Men called 911 in less than a half hour, while women waited well over an hour, study finds. Some Stroke Survivors Can't Recognize Fear, Anger in Others
Damage to forebrain can impair ability to read certain facial expressions, study finds. Stroke Can Impact a Child's Language, Hand-Eye Coordination
Problems lingered 10 months after the stroke, research finds. Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
If validated, finding might open doors to new therapies, even a vaccine, experts say. Pleasure in Scratching an Itch May Depend on Location
Sensation is especially intense in ankles, researchers say. Too Few American Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations: CDC
Though three vaccines showed increases in coverage rates, coverage remains low for essential ones. Anemia May Boost Death Risk After Stroke
Study of men finds the blood disorder affects survival rates up to a year later. It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
Safety information, side-effect warnings are often lacking, British study finds. New Anti-Clotting Drug May Cut Brain Bleeding Risk: Study
People with abnormal heartbeat taking Xarelto were less likely to bleed out than warfarin patients. 'People Pleasers' More Prone to Overeating: Study
They often yield to pressure to indulge more in social situations, researchers say. Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella Dangers, CDC Warns
Tougher laws needed to protect children from infection, report says. Scientists May Be Closer to Developing 'Red Wine' Drug
Resveratrol's secrets revealed in work with mice. Anesthesia in Early Childhood May Be Linked to ADHD
Only associated with multiple surgeries; not a reason to delay needed procedures, experts say. Efforts to Reduce Stroke in Kids With Sickle Cell Working: Study
Ultrasound screening, regular blood transfusions have helped reduce strokes in those with the blood disorder. If Your Dining Partner Overeats, So May You
In study, women mimicked eating behavior of new acquaintances, matching them bite for bite. Lack of Sunlight May Raise Stroke Risk
Study found those who got less exposure were more likely to suffer an attack. Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study
Individual risk factors may influence when the brain disorder develops, researchers say. 'Morning-After' Pill May Be New Option to Treat Painful Fibroids
Study found it shrank fibroids, reduced excessive bleeding. Science Shows How Massage Eases Sore Muscles
Getting one post-workout can spur cellular processes that cut inflammation and pain. Type 1 Diabetes Treatment Disappoints in Trial
Vaccine-based approach didn't affect insulin needs or other markers. Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Affect Memory in Healthy People
Research could lead to better understanding of the origins of Alzheimer's. Experimental Drug Might Beat Aspirin in Preventing Repeat Strokes: Study
It's not yet FDA-approved, but apixaban cut clot risk caused by abnormal heartbeat. Many Hispanics Don't Call an Ambulance For Stroke: Study
That may be one reason why they tend to do worse afterward than whites, researchers say. Worrying Too Much Might Raise Your Risk for Stroke
Study found a personality trait called 'harm avoidance' also marked by self-doubt, fatigue. Child Abuse, Neglect a Major Public Health Problem: CDC
Report found it costs U.S. $124 billion a year; overall price tag similar to diabetes, stroke. Clot-Busting Drug May Work for Those Who Have Strokes While Asleep
Study found if symptoms, scans showed early signs of attack, tPA produced good results. Gleevec Approval Widened to Include Rare Cancer
CD117-positive gastrointestinal stromal tumors Adult Children of Stroke Sufferers May Show Signs of Brain Aging, Too
Offspring may experience physical, mental changes that can precede stroke. Pfizer Recalls 1 Million Packets of Birth Control Pills
Errors in packaging could cause accidental pregnancies, company warns. Stenting, Surgery Appear Comparable for Opening Neck Artery
Re-blockage rates similar for both procedures, study finds. Study Finds Link Between Heart Failure, Brain Changes
Memory, planning problems could make it harder to keep up with heart treatments, researchers say. Exercise a Good Pick-Me-Up After Cancer Treatment: Study
Aerobic, resistance and strength training improved weight and well-being. Infections Might Raise Stroke Risk in Children: Study
However, parents should note that incidence is rare, researchers say. Pediatricians' Group Recommends HPV Vaccine for Boys
Immunization schedules for meningitis, flu also updated. Scientists Use Brain Waves to Eavesdrop on the Mind
Computer model seeks to decode heard language, but research is preliminary. Sleep Apnea May Be Tied to 'Silent' Strokes, Study Finds
Other research also suggests rapid memory loss may be linked to a fatal brain attack. Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Stroke, Studies Say
Patients may regain some function after treatment, preliminary research suggests. Experimental Drugs Do Battle Against Advanced Prostate Cancer
Studies show two new agents improve survival for men whose tumors have spread. Heartburn Drugs May Raise Fracture Risk in Older Women
Especially true for current or former smokers, researchers say. Science Shows How Exercise Might Help in Prostate Cancer
Activity-induced genetic changes could slow or prevent disease progression, researchers say. Study Compares 3 Common Prostate Cancer Treatments
Externally administered radiation had more side effects, higher cost than 'seed' radiation or surgery. Too Much Testosterone Linked to Inflated Ego: Study
Female volunteers less apt to cooperate after taking the hormone supplement.
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