A new study raises disturbing doubts about women's health care. It finds a significant gender gap in the diagnosis and the outcome of heart attacks in younger women. More >>
Some surprising numbers on how many Americans grow up as the children of alcoholics. There's new research on how that experience can damage kids. More >>
A growing interest in alternative forms of care where you might least expect it. Uncle Sam is looking to head off drug dependence on powerful painkillers.More >>
Prescription drug abuse is the nation's fastest growing drug problem. 7 million people abuse them and death rates have tripled in the last decade.More >>
Atrial fibrillation is a common heart rhythm problem experienced by millions of people. It's when your heart races, causing dizziness, shortness of breath and fatigue. More >>
A new study says nine out of 10 Americans are getting too much sodium. But you may be surprised to learn where in our diet we get most of that salt. More >>
It's the number one cancer killer in America. We all know smoking causes it, but you could still get lung cancer - even if you've never had a cigarette.More >>
Some surprising news about sex and the older generation. Apparently, the habits learned by those who lived through the sexual revolution aren't mellowing with age. And they're paying a medical price.More >>
Statins are staples in many medicine cabinets, used to control cholesterol. But women may not be benefiting as much as they should be from statin treatment.More >>
A new test for lung cancer that can predict which patients are at high risk of having their cancer recur - making possibly life-saving treatment easier to prescribe. More >>
Parents can involve their children in any New Year's fitness resolutions they may have in the works, says one fitness expert, by making exercise seem fun and exciting.More >>