Child Abuse in U.S. Declines for 5th Straight Year
2012-12-13
But 681,000 kids are still mistreated, report findsContinue Reading
Stop-Smoking Drug Chantix May Carry Heart Risks, FDA Warns
2012-12-13
Smokers should talk with their doctor before taking the drug, agency saysContinue Reading
Even Light Smoking Boosts Women's Risk of Sudden Heart Death: Study
2012-12-11
As few as 1 to 14 cigarettes daily doubled risk, researchers foundContinue Reading
Primary Care Doctors Meet Needs of Diabetics, Study Says
2012-12-11
These physicians routinely discuss lifestyle changes, adjust drug dosagesContinue Reading
Common Heart Drug Might Dampen Some Autism Symptoms
2012-12-11
Study found benefit most pronounced in those with milder forms of developmental disorderContinue Reading
U.S. Task Force Urges Docs to Counsel Kids Against Smoking
2012-12-10
Evidence shows that medical advice, education can keep young patients from lighting upContinue Reading
Germ in Cat Feces May Affect Human Brain, Behavior: Study
2012-12-10
‘Kitty litter’ parasite seems to trigger immune reaction linked to mental health problems in peopleContinue Reading
ADHD Can Cause Lifelong Problems, Study Finds
2012-12-10
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder that persists into adulthood may affect physical and mental healthContinue Reading
Dating Violence in Teen Years Can Have Lasting Impact
2012-12-10
Study found victims more likely to repeat history in adult relationships, practice unhealthy behaviorsContinue Reading
Genes May Influence Effectiveness of Anti-Smoking Policies
2012-12-07
New strategies needed to combat tobacco addiction in people with certain genetic makeups, study saysContinue Reading
'Chemo Brain' May Occur Before Treatment Even Starts
2012-12-07
Study suggests mental fog, fatigue tied to chemotherapy may be partly due to stressContinue Reading
When Antidepressants Don't Work, Give Counseling a Try
2012-12-07
Study found that patients were three times likelier to benefit from the addition of cognitive behavioral therapyContinue Reading
FDA Issues Warning for Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky Dog Treats
2012-12-06
One lot may be infected with salmonella, health officials sayContinue Reading