Health News

Big Bowls Could Mean Big Appetites
Before you put food in front of your kids, you may want to be mindful of the size of the bowl you put the food in. According to new research, it could affect how much they eat.
Meningitis at Princeton May Lead to New Vaccine Use
It is standard for many colleges to require vaccinations protecting students against meningitis. Now one US university is coping with a strain of the illness not protected by routine vaccines.
Weight Loss Surgery for Better Diabetes Outcomes
Type 2 diabetes can lead to kidney failure, heart problems and even blindness. Weight loss surgery might help protect against these diabetes-related health issues.
Breast Biopsies and a Woman's Quality of Life
If a woman is told something doesn’t look right after a mammogram, the doctor is likely to order a biopsy to confirm or dismiss the presence of breast cancer. How does having this procedure affect the woman?
Comparing Weight Loss Surgery Options
Choosing weight loss surgery is a major health decision, and it's important for patients to know their options. A recent study compared two weight loss surgeries for type 2 diabetes patients.
Rx May Improve Vision in Patients with Eye Condition
A team of researchers may have discovered a more effective treatment for patients with nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) — an eye condition that causes sudden and irreversible vision loss.
Glaucoma Patients Seeing Differently in Different Places
Vision can change depending on the time of day, but it can also change depending on location, according to new research.
Causes and Triggers of Restless Legs Syndrome
RLS is a condition characterized by unpleasant sensations in the legs often accompanied by an overwhelming urge to move. Here are some common causes and triggers of RLS symptoms.
7 Exercise Tips for Those with Multiple Sclerosis
Exercise has many benefits, even for those with multiple sclerosis. Check out these tips for excercising with MS.
What is Restless Legs Syndrome?
People with restless legs syndrome (RLS) feel abnormal, uncomfortable sensations in their calves, thighs or feet, often with an irresistible urge to move the affected limb.