Sun tanning, whether by natural exposure to sunlight or by visiting a tanning salon, is a major risk factor in developing skin cancer. Yet a new survey for the American Academy of Dermatology reveals that sun tanning is still viewed positively – even though...

When someone has a stroke, every minute counts. This is because the damage to the brain from oxygen deprivation is progressive. Most often, a stroke is caused by the presence of a clot in an artery serving the brain. Dissolving the clot, with a clotbusting...

Falls are a major cause of disability and loss of independence among older people. Many different ways of preventing falls have been suggested and tried but it is not yet clear what the best falls prevention ‘package’ might be. Researchers in...

Previous research has linked heavy consumption of red meat with a shorter lifespan and a higher risk of diabetes, colon cancer, and cardiovascular disease. U.S. dietary guidelines recommend limiting consumption of red and processed meats, and now it seems that the...

Last week, we reported that organophosphate pesticide exposure may be linked to an increased risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Now, according to an observational study published in the May issue of the journal Neurology, repeated...

About 30 studies have tried to evaluate the possible association between cell phones and the risk of brain tumors, but the results have been inconsistent. Conclusions from the INTERPHONE project, the largest study ever conducted on the use of cell phones and cancer...

The American Heart Association (AHA) has given video game manufacturer Nintendo permission to place the AHA ‘heart check’ logo on all Nintendo Wii virtual exercise and active game systems. As part of this partnership, Nintendo has agreed to donate $1.5...

Kidney stones from when the urine contains more crystal-forming substances, such as calcium, uric acid, and oxalate, than the body can dilute with the available fluid. Most kidney stones contain a combination of calcium and oxalate. According to new research published...

The governors of two states with "medical home" programs — which emphasize the relationship between a patient and a primary care provider who coordinates all of the patient's health care needs — discuss the concept in this interview with "Inside E Street" host Sheilah...

A glossary of important financial terms that will help women build a portfolio for their long-term care needs. read the full article