Researchers credit declines in smoking, better detection and treatment Cancer death rates in the United States have dropped 25 percent since the early 1990s, a new report reveals. The findin... Read more
Symptoms can be similar, but flu hits faster, is more likely to lead to complications It’s a miserable feeling – you’re exhausted, your throat hurts, and you’re achy and feverish. But is it... Read more
Agency announces 2-day meeting on the safety risks of the lithium batteries that power the devices The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will hold a two-day workshop in April to weigh the da... Read more
Here are 5 reasons to give up your nervous habit Nail-biting can leave you with more than just unsightly fingernails – it can have long-term consequences on your health, scientists say. Rese... Read more
For more than 20 years, the familiar Nutrition Facts label on packages at the grocery store has guided many consumers in making food choices for their families. To make the label even more u... Read more
Study suggests diet, stress and family history may play a role. Why does acne still plague some women into adulthood? A new study offers some hints. Researchers from Italy who looked at 500... Read more
Athletes and non-athletes alike may overdo it, sometimes with tragic consequences Did you know that drinking too much water can be potentially fatal, particularly if not treated properly? An... Read more
Upbeat outlook linked to lower risk of dying from cancer, heart disease and other causes, study says Women who generally believe that good things will happen may live longer. That’s the sugg... Read more
Surveys show misunderstandings about safety of filters are also common National surveys of adults and teens suggest that many Americans have little understanding of the dangerous substances... Read more
The best way to stay healthy is to get vaccinated, expert advises By Mary Elizabeth Dallas Don’t let this year’s flu season catch you by surprise. Experts say an annual flu shot is the best... Read more
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