Study Challenges Myths About Frequent ER Users
2013-12-06
They’re likely to have chronic health conditions, rather than mental illness or substance abuse, authors sayContinue Reading
More Evidence Ties Obesity to Disability in Older Women
2013-11-11
Studies found higher risks for heart disease, mobility problems and early deathContinue Reading
Boston Bombing Triggered Flashbacks in Vets With PTSD, Study Finds
2013-11-11
Health professionals should expect mental health repercussions after major terrorist attacksContinue Reading
White House Boosts Insurance Coverage for Mental Illness
2013-11-08
Enforcement of 2008 law requires insurers to treat mental illness the same as physical illnessContinue Reading
Bipolar Disorder Drug May Need Adjusting in Pregnancy, Study Finds
2013-11-06
Drop in lamotrigine levels, rise in depression seen in some womenContinue Reading
Walking Speed a Good Gauge of MS Disability, Study Says
2013-10-30
This measurement may reflect ability to perform everyday household activitiesContinue Reading
Suicide a Risk for Young Cancer Patients, Study Finds
2013-10-30
Teens, young adults should be assessed, monitored after diagnosis, researchers sayContinue Reading
Good News for Caregivers: You May Live Longer
2013-10-25
Study found 9-month survival advantage for family members helping ill or disabled relativesContinue Reading
Stroke Affecting Younger People Worldwide, Study Shows
2013-10-24
Preventive measures urgently needed to reverse this trend, researchers sayContinue Reading
Stalking Can Take Mental Toll on Victims, Study Confirms
2013-10-18
The psychological effects are even more profound for women who were stalked as adults, results showContinue Reading
Single Gene May Predict Mental Decline After Heart Surgery
2013-10-13
Preliminary study suggests blood test could help doctors assess patient’s riskContinue Reading
Smoking in Pregnancy May Be Tied to Bipolar Disorder in Adult Offspring: Study
2013-10-03
Research adds to other health hazards of tobacco smoke exposure in the wombContinue Reading
Long Periods of Delirium in ICU May Raise Risk of Mental Impairment
2013-10-02
Study found these patients suffered problems similar to those seen with brain injuries, early Alzheimer’sContinue Reading
HEALTH REFORM: Medicaid Expansion Will Allow More to Get More
2013-09-26
Those with low incomes or limited means can now seek affordable coverage, advocates sayContinue Reading