Long-Term Use of Bone Drugs May Be Linked to Esophageal Cancer
5 years of meds such as Boniva, Fosamax almost doubles chances, but actual risk still low, researchers say
full story » Even After Leaving Abuser, Moms' Mental Health Declines
Levels of depression and anxiety still high at least 2 years after escaping abusive relationship, study finds
full story » Preventive Surgeries May Be Lifesaver for Women at High Cancer Risk
Study finds removing breast, ovaries greatly lower the odds, but decision can be a difficult one
full story » Active Lifestyle May Help Counter Obesity Genes
Those with inherited susceptibility to overweight urged to get moving, researchers say
full story » U.S. Pediatricians Decry Media's Portrayal of Sex
They urge more responsible programming, and ask doctors and parents to play a more involved role
full story » In Triathletes, Heart Adapts for Efficiency, Scans Show
Combining endurance and resistance training best for optimal cardiac health, study suggests
full story » Casual Sex Can Lead to Long-Term Relationships: Study
It depends mostly on whether couple is open to a serious relationship, study shows
full story » Almost 1 in 3 First-Time Deliveries Now Via C-Section
More must be done to curb the use of the procedure, which comes with risks, experts say
full story » Moderate Drinking May Boost Risk of Breast Cancer's Return
But it could reduce the risk of dying from other causes, study finds
full story » Concussion Rates Soar Among Younger Kids
Pediatrician group issues new guidelines for sport-related head injuries
full story » Friends Don't Let Friends Have Risky Sex After Drinking
College students say they use communication strategies to ensure safety of female friends
full story » Breast-Feeding May Lower Women's Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Women who opted for the bottle had double the odds for the illness later, study found
full story » Older Diabetes Patients Still Sexually Active, Study Finds
But many have unaddressed sexual problems that may impair their quality of life, expert says
full story » HIV Virus May Hide in Brain
In 10% of patients, virus was eradicated in blood but living in spinal fluid
full story » Kids + Sports = Risk for Concussion
Being on the alert for symptoms can be key to preventing brain damage
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