10 Celebrities with Chronic Illnesses By Sara G. Miller, Linda Thrasybule Here's a look at celebrities who live with chronic illnesses, and how they deal with their conditions.
5 Things Your Poop Says About Your Health By Linda Thrasybule Poop can say a lot about a person's health. Here are 5 things to look for.
6 Superbugs to Watch Out For By Linda Thrasybule Superbugs, also known as drug-resistant bacteria, can cause infections that are hard to treat. Here's a look at 6 common superbugs.
Baby Boys' Late Language Skills Linked to Testosterone By Linda Thrasybule Baby boys with higher testosterone levels were more likely to experience delays in their language development, a new study finds.
'Pre-Gaming' Risky for Young Adults By Linda Thrasybule Pre-drinking, or drinking alcohol at home before heading out for the evening, leads to more drinking over the night, and risky behavior, a new study says. And it doesn't save money.
Want a Younger Brain? Try Eating Omega-3 By Linda Thrasybule People with higher levels of omega-3s had larger brains, and did better on tests of memory and problem-solving skills, than people with lower levels.
Multiple Births Can Multiply Mom's Weight By Linda Thrasybule Multiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.
Fasting Before Chemo May Shield Against Toxic Effects By Linda Thrasybule A study in mice shows that fasting briefly may ward off some of chemotherapy's toxic side effects.
Americans Are in Worse Health Than Other Nationalities By Linda Thrasybule Americans are in poorer health than people living in other high-income countries.
Sleep Apnea Linked with Silent Strokes By Linda Thrasybule Treatments for sleep apnea could also reduce a person's risk of suffering a silent stroke.
Women's Fertility Problems Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risk By Linda Thrasybule Women who have a hard time getting pregnant may be at a higher risk of developing heart disease, a new study suggests.
Marathon Runners at Low Risk of Cardiac Arrest By Linda Thrasybule Marathon runners do not have a higher risk of their hearts suddenly stopping than people doing other types of sports, a new study shows.
Exercise During Pregnancy Is Safe for Moms and Babies By Linda Thrasybule The study is one of the few that looked at the direct effect of exercise on the fetus -- researchers measured fetal heart beat and blood flow through the umbilical cord.
7 Embarrassing Health Problems By Linda Thrasybule At some point, most people have a health problem they'd rather not talk about. Here is a look at seven embarrassing health problems, and what you can do about them.
Halloween Treats: Snack Less Often to Fight Cavities By Linda Thrasybule On Halloween, its not just how much candy kids eat that affects their risk of cavities. How often kids eat candy, and the type of candy they eat may also affect their teeth, experts say.
Anesthesia Before Age 3 Raises Child's ADHD Risk By Linda Thrasybule Children who go under anesthesia more than once at a young age have higher rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
4 Ways Women Can Protect Themselves from Predators By Linda Thrasybule Here are four tips to help women reduce their chances of becoming a victim of sexual violence.
Testosterone Therapy Doesn't Boost Prostate Cancer Risk, Study Finds By Linda Thrasybule Researchers have debated whether testosterone treatments raise men's risk of prostate cancer.
7 Facts About Home Births By Linda Thrasybule Home births are becoming more popular in the U.S., but they come with risks and aren't right for everyone. Here are some facts about home births.
Sexual Problems Also Plague Young Men By Linda Thrasybule Sex problems are relatively frequent among young men, researchers say.
Acupuncture Eases Migraines, But Only Slightly By Linda Thrasybule Acupuncture offered only a slight benefit in terms of reducing the number of days people suffered from migraines.
1-2 Drinks a Week Can Raise Miscarriage Risk By Linda Thrasybule During the first four months of pregnancy, drinking even a small amount of alcohol may raise the risk of miscarriage.
7 Facts Women (And Men) Should Know About the Vagina By Linda Thrasybule Myths and taboos surround information about women's vaginas. Here are the facts.
Alcohol Releases the Brain's 'Feel-Good' Chemicals By Linda Thrasybule Alcohol triggers the release of feel-good endorphins in the brain, and this effect is especially strong in heavy drinkers, a new study says.
