Anti-anxiety medicines can be helpful treatments for the short term. But new research found that they may also be risky.

Not all prescription medicines deliver benefits that make paying for them worthwhile. And some medicines to treat patients with advanced dementia may be among them.

Since 2000, US officials have made several policy changes in nutrition and proper food processing. But a new study found that, despite government efforts to promote proper diet, eating habits in the US remained a national concern.

There’s an established and complex link between asthma and obesity. But which one comes first in children?

Some dental implants don't stay in place after they have been inserted. New research suggests certain medicines may contribute to this problem

ADHD is often treated with stimulants, which some researchers and parents are concerned could limit children's growth. But new research may relieve those concerns.

As electronic cigarettes become more popular, the medical community is working to understand their health effects.

After surgery, cancer patients are prone to complications like infections, which can be deadly. New research suggests quality of life may play a part in the risk of complications after cancer surgery.

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has taken action to control the widespread abuse of narcotic painkillers. The agency has placed tighter restrictions on products containing one of the most common painkillers available.

Many cancer patients face depression, and they often aren't treated for it. But a new approach could transform their care.