Health News

Increased Depression in Common Teen Disorders
Separately, ADHD and asthma each have been associated with mood disorders. Are patients with both ADHD and asthma at an even greater risk?
Celebrity Survivors of Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer is one of the most prevelant and deadliest forms of cancer for women. Here are some celebrities who have battled breast cancer. 
Heart Health Knowledge Lagged Among Hispanics
Although more people have become informed about cardiovascular disease, minority women may be lacking information when it comes to understanding how being overweight or obese can impact heart health.
Limiting Radiation Exposure in Heart Exams
Cardiologists often rely on imaging techniques involving radiation. Some patients, however, may be exposed to unnecessary and harmful doses of radiation.
Hard Facts About Soft Drinks
Soft drinks are extremely popular beverages among both children and adults in the US. They are far from healthy, however.
Breath of Fresh Air for Sleep Apnea Patients
Sleep apnea can be dangerous, but some patients don't adhere to treatment involving breathing masks. Recent research shows that a surgically implanted device may work better for those patients.
Taking Time Out After a Concussion
Despite precautions, young athletes are still at risk for experiencing concussions during sports activities. The important thing is to recover from them.
Balancing Pregnancy and Epilepsy
Women with epilepsy usually need to take medications to treat the condition even while they are pregnant. But how do those medications affect their developing babies?
One Quarter of Youth Met National Activity Guidelines
Getting outside to play seems like an easy task for most kids, but a new study revealed that many young people don’t do it enough. Researchers looked closely at how and how often children exercise.
Finding the Right Heart for Transplantation
Waiting for a donor’s heart can take a long time, and sometimes after transplantation, the recipient’s body rejects the new heart. A new study may have found a better way to choose a heart donor.