Defibrillator Patients Who Lose Weight May Fare Worse
2013-03-07
With CRT-D implant, study linked even slight weight loss to higher risk of heart failure, deathContinue Reading
Gel Manicures Durable, But Can Cause Lasting Problems
2013-03-01
Dermatologist says use this nail treatment in moderation and learn about associated risksContinue Reading
Before Deciding on Breast Implants, Consider FDA Precautions
2013-02-27
First, realize that future surgeries are likely, agency saysContinue Reading
Hear This: 3-D Printing Creates Lifelike Artificial Ears
2013-02-20
The prosthetics look and feel like the real thing, and could help accident victims or those with cancerContinue Reading
Magnetic Implant May Ease Chronic Acid Reflux
2013-02-20
Study found device allowed some heartburn patients to stop taking medicationContinue Reading
As Economy Rebounds, More Folks Try Turning Back Hands of Time
2013-02-19
Report on cosmetic procedures finds Botox, fillers, chemical peels and laser hair removal topped the list last yearContinue Reading
Patients Often Ill-Informed on Impact of Heart Device
2013-02-18
Doctors focus on technical side of implantable defibrillator, not its effect on quality of life: studyContinue Reading
Implanted Defibrillator Patients Prefer Device Off if Very Ill: Survey
2013-01-29
Heart experts consider point when benefit of shocks no longer outweighs disturbanceContinue Reading
‘Microbeads’ May Boost Survival in Advanced Colon Cancer Patients
2013-01-21
Small, preliminary study suggests radioactive beads may extend life by months in some patientsContinue Reading
Implanted Heart Devices Have Real-World Benefits: Study
2013-01-04
These defibrillators perform well outside of the research environment, investigators sayContinue Reading
Websites Touting 'Designer Vagina' Surgeries Often Inaccurate, Study Finds
2012-11-21
Researchers say supposed benefits are highlighted, potential risks downplayedContinue Reading
Sugar 'n' Spice Not Always Nice
2012-11-08
Allergies to cinnamon, vanilla and more can put a crimp on everyday lifeContinue Reading
Women Don't Fare as Well as Men With Implanted Defibrillators: Study
2012-11-07
They were more likely to have complications, die after the heart rhythm devices were implantedContinue Reading
Programming Change in Defibrillator Implants May Lower Death Risk: Study
2012-11-07
Slightly raising threshold for shock delivery also reduced unneeded distress, pain for patientsContinue Reading