Latest articles by Karen Rowan
5 Signs of Gynecological Cancer Women Ignore
Countdown The early signs of gynecological cancer -- especially the symptoms that are unrelated to the reproductive organs -- often go unheeded by women, a new CDC study finds.
3 Myths About Parkinson's Disease
Maryum Ali, the daughter of boxing champion Muhammad Ali, who has Parkinson's disease, explains the myths surrounding the condition.
Pets May Curb Heart Disease Risk, Doctors Say
People who own pets, especially dogs, may have a lower risk of heart disease, according to the American Heart Association.
Which US States Meet Exercise Guidelines?
The U.S. state with the highest percentage of people meeting exercise guidelines is Colorado, according to a new report.
Why Baby's Hungry Cry Tugs at Women (But Not Men)
A study of brain scans suggests that women are hard-wired to respond to crying babies in ways that men aren't,
Guys Who Are Too Caring May Hurt Sex Partners with Uncommon Condition
Avoiding sex may reinforces a woman's anxiety about the pain from an uncommon condition.
Brain's Differing Response to Sugars May Explain Obesity
While fruits and sweet beverages generally contain both sugars, sweetened beverages generally contain a higher ratio of fructose to glucose than other foods.
Parents Rank 'Judgment' as a Big Problem in Raising a Child with Autism
What's the best way for adults who know the family of a child with autism to offer support to parents?
Food-Borne Illnesses Drop, But Food Safety Still Crucial
The overall rate of food-borne illness in the U.S. has dropped, researchers say, but some infections are still on the rise.
Boy Gets Rare Tick Infection from Blood Transfusion
Researchers at the CDC report the first case of an ehrlichiosis infection spreading via a blood transfusion.
Raw Milk Sickened Scores Despite Inspections
A dairy linked with a disease outbreak had minimal deficiencies, and even tested its milk more than required.
Common Pain Drugs Linked with Lower Skin Cancer Risk
People who took NSAIDs had a lower risk of skin cancer, a new study says.
Obese Men at Greater Risk for Infertility
Men who are overweight weight or obese are more likely to have a low sperm count, or no viable sperm, than men of normal weight, a new study says.
5 Things Women Should Know About Ovarian Cancer
Here are five things every woman should know about ovarian cancer.
9% of Older Adults Have Osteoporosis, CDC Says
People with osteoporosis have a higher risk for fractures.
Nail Salon Lamps Don't Raise Skin Cancer Risk
The UV lamps commonly used at nail salons won't increase your risk of skin cancer, a new study says.
Hidden Secondhand Smoke Risk Revealed
People living in apartment buildings may breathe in tobacco smoke even if they don't know it, a new study suggests.
Cell Research Shows Promise in Hard-To-Treat Breast Cancer
The study shows there is something amiss in what appears to be normal breast tissue in women with a certain mutation.
Parents' Anxiety May Spur Unneeded Scans in Kids
Kids with 'minor' head bumps are more likely to undergo CT scans because of parents, a new study finds.
Fallopian Tube Removal May Lower Risk of Deadly Ovarian Cancer
Recent research suggests a woman's fallopian tubes are the true source of some of the deadliest ovarian cancers, and removing them could lower her risk of developing the disease.
Celebrity Endorsements May Spur Kids' Unhealthy Eating
Just seeing the star on TV makes kids eat more of the endorsed product.
Not Just Skin Deep: Teens with Severe Acne More Likely to Have Suicidal Thoughts
Teens with severe acne have double the risk of having mental health problems of other teens.
