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Money on the mind: Breadwinning men have worse mental, physical health
Compared with men whose financial contributions match their partner's, those who are the primary breadwinners may have poorer physical and mental health.
Gallstones raise the risk of heart disease by a fifth
Although gallstone disease and heart disease share many risk factors, a new analysis finds that, even without these, gallstones increase cardiac risk.
Heel Pain: Exercises to Help with Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain. Learn about stretches and exercises that can help with plantar fasciitis, as well as other treatments.
Notion of 'healthy obesity' further challenged
The existence of 'healthy obesity' has been questioned by health professionals and scientists. A new study provides further evidence against the condition.
Anemia may raise risk of death for stroke patients
Stroke patients who have anemia or whose hemoglobin levels are too high may be at greater risk of death in the year after stroke, study finds.
ADHD associated with unhealthy diet in pregnancy
Children with early-onset conduct problems may be more likely to develop ADHD symptoms if their mother had an unhealthy diet during pregnancy, study finds.
New opioid as effective as morphine, without the side effects
Researchers have identified a drug candidate that is as effective as morphine for relieving pain, but without the harmful side effects of opioids.
Dementia risk increased with calcium supplements in certain women
In seniors who have experienced cerebrovascular disease, including stroke, calcium supplements may increase the risk of dementia, study finds.
How to Deal with a Sebaceous Cyst
Learn all about sebaceous cysts, a type of fluid-filled bump on the skin. This article looks at the appearance, causes, and treatment of sebaceous cysts.
Slower blood aging may explain why Hispanics live longer
Hispanics live longer than other ethnicities despite having higher rates of disease. New research finds this may be because they have slower blood aging.
Chronic pain more common in partners of depressed individuals
Chronic pain and depression are both common and mysterious conditions. New research looks at the mix of environmental and genetic factors behind them.
Pregnancy: Antipsychotic use does not increase the risk of birth defects
Exposure to antipsychotic drugs during the first trimester of pregnancy is not associated with an increased risk of congenital or cardiac malformations.
Alzheimer's-causing proteins could be reduced with a healthy diet, exercise
A healthy diet, a healthy BMI, and regular physical activity could reduce the buildup of proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease, a new study finds.
Obesity-related cancer risk increased by overweight duration
A longer duration of overweight and obesity in adulthood is associated with increased risk of several cancers, including breast and endometrial cancers.
What is Hypovolemic Shock? Symptoms and Treatment
Learn all about hypovolemic shock, a severe loss of blood or fluid. This article looks at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this medical emergency.
Celiac disease: Season, region of birth linked with increased risk in children
Season and region of birth may be associated with an increased risk of celiac disease in children before the age of 15, study finds.
Brain's empathy center identified
Prolonged sitting: 'Exercise does not offset health risks,' say AHA
What are BUN Levels and What Do They Measure?
Will you age well? It might depend on your parents' lifespan
Flu nasal spray just as effective as flu shot
Is acetaminophen in pregnancy linked to behavioral problems in offspring?
Gout flare-ups could be managed by blood pressure diet
Swap a soda for water to reduce weight gain
9 Diabetes Superfoods and How to Prepare Them
Food commercials change children's eating priorities
Drivers weigh more than cyclists, study finds
HIV: Newly discovered component could lead to more effective drugs
Blood vessel-forming protein could offer alternative to heart bypass surgery
Chemo drug in pregnancy may cause early menopause in daughters
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