Moms Feel Good about Breastfeeding
Many studies have established the health benefits of breastfeeding for both babies and mothers. But less attention has been paid to a mother’s emotional experience with breastfeeding.
Can Heartburn Lead to Cancer?
About 40 percent of all Americans suffer from heartburn every month. And 25 million Americans have a burning feeling in their upper chest every day. Heartburn is nothing to mess around with. It can become deadly.
Calling in Sick - When Anxious or Depressed
Many workers need to take a "mental health day" now and then. But how much of a person's mental health influences their long-term use of sick leave?
Living With Ovarian Cancer
Researchers have looked at the value of social support. People living with cancer who are connected with and attached to other people tend to do better, physically, mentally and emotionally. But do they live longer?
Curry Spice May Fight Diabetes
Losing weight is one of the best ways to prevent diabetes. While eating healthy foods can help you lose weight, certain foods may have the power to actively stop diabetes in its tracks.
After a Heart Attack - Now What?
Survival rates tend to be low when a person's heart stops beating. Researchers have found that adding specialized treatment after cardiac arrest is key to surviving with preserved brain functioning.
Rx Approved for Advanced Colorectal Cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug to treat advanced colorectal cancer. The medication extends the lives of those living with colorectal cancer that has spread to other organs (metastasized) by about 45 days.