Opioid prescription drug abuse is being called an epidemic by the Obama administration. New education measures will be required at the expense of the drug manufacturers.

It's been in the triple digits for days and your A/C goes out. So rush out and buy a half dozen box fans, right? Well….maybe. The experts just don't know.

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered ( LGBT ) Americans are gaining more recognition and acceptance in the public eye. Yet many still have limited access to health care services.

One of the conditions known to be a risk following some flu vaccinations is the autoimmune disease Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Inflammation occurs with many chronic and acute diseases. Fish oil, a source of omega-3 fatty acids, may help curb this painful symptom.

Vitamin D plays a central role in keeping people healthy. Learning about the metabolic effects of this vitamin may help older women maintain a healthy body weight.

Amanita poisoning is difficult to treat and can lead to liver failure and death. Emergency treatment methods appear to be successful at preventing this dire fate.

When marijuana was made medically legal in certain states, researchers found teenager’s desire or ability to gain access was not impacted. It appears dispensaries aren’t weed candy stores for minors.

Fourth of July fireworks may be a highlight of the holiday, but caution is urged to avoid unnecessary injuries. On July 4th , more fires are reported than any other day of the year, and in many cases fireworks are responsible.

With Independence Day in full swing, many families are gearing up for a day of festivities filled with homemade food and parades. In a large number of those celebrations, grilling and fireworks will also be part of the day.