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.

Obese men have a higher risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, but a lower risk of developing earlier stages of the disease, a new review finds.

If you're having a hard time putting down that pint of ice cream, it may not be because you're hard wired to keep eating it.

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.

Alcohol triggers the release of feel-good endorphins in the brain, and this effect is especially strong in heavy drinkers, a new study says.

Children who go under anesthesia more than once at a young age have higher rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Researchers have debated whether testosterone treatments raise men's risk of prostate cancer.

The number of accidents involving a pedestrian wearing headphones has tripled in recent years, a new study finds.

Acupuncture offered only a slight benefit in terms of reducing the number of days people suffered from migraines.

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.

Multiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.

Americans are in poorer health than people living in other high-income countries.

It's OK to have a pity party when the romance fizzles, but keep it short.

Many home remedies are appealing, but research shows they may not help.

Use common sense to prevent many winter health problems.

How to minimize the risk of falling on snow and ice.

In a rush? Being impatient is bad for blood pressure and the heart.

As the 2012 presidential election draws closer, here's a look at some of the other differences between the candidates' health care plans.

Common pain relievers may contribute to hearing loss in women, a new study says.

People in the U.S. who don't know they have Type 1 diabetes account for a surprising number of deaths from one complication of the condition, a new study of autopsies shows.