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Gene Testing May Identify Effective Cancer Treatments

The term "genetic mutation" may sound a little scary, but some gene mutations may reveal lifesaving alternative cancer treatments — and show who is at risk for cancer in the future.

More US Hospitals Equipped to Treat Ebola

The United States's Ebola readiness just got a boost. Now, 35 hospitals across the country are equipped to treat patients with Ebola. And more hospitals are expected to be ready in the coming weeks.

CDC Talks Flu: Vaccine Still Offers Protection

It's flu season again, and the experts are reminding people to get vaccinated.

FDA Approves Rx for Bone Marrow Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved a new use for Jakafi (ruxolitinib) to treat patients with polycythemia vera, a chronic type of bone marrow disease. Jakafi is the first drug approved by the FDA for this condition.

Staying at Home for Knee Rehab

After a knee replacement, there's no place like home for your physical therapy — or at least home may be just as good a place as a clinic to do your exercises.

How to Set Winning Health Goals

With New Year's resolution season just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about goals for the new year. Why not make them health goals?

No Cancer Risk Found for Diabetes Rx

Worried about the health effects of the medications you take? There's likely no need to worry about two diabetes medications once thought to increase the risk of cancer.

Physical Therapy Might Trump Knee Surgery

Surgery may not always be the best option for patients. In the case of some knee problems, physical therapy may work just as well and have fewer negative effects.

FDA Approves Injectable Wireless Device for Back and Leg Pain

Stimwave Technologies Incorporated, a medical device manufacturer and independent research institute headquartered in Miami Beach, Fla., has received FDA clearance to market the world’s first wireless, micro-technology neuromodulation device for relief of chronic back and leg pain.

Don't Miss Out — Rx Can Strengthen Men's Bones

Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) for men with prostate cancer might make their bones weak. Fortunately, a common medication can make them strong again — if patients can get a prescription.

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