Actos May Prevent Diabetes

There's great news for the millions of Americans who are at the highest risk for diabetes: taking a pill once a day may prevent diabetes.

What's That Rumbly in My Tummy?

It sounds so exotic; celiac disease. Why is this mysterious disease affecting almost three million Americans?

Recall of Prostate Health Supplement

USA Far Ocean Group Inc. announced that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the Company's supplement product sold under the name “U-Prosta Natural support for prostate health”.

Autism's Perplexing Puzzle

Researchers are using a new MRI technology to study the anatomical differences in the brains of people with Autism compared with the brains of people without Autism.

Stopping Diabetes Before It Starts

A newer drug used to treat people who already have type 2 diabetes might also help prevent diabetes in people who are at high risk of developing the disease.

Poor, Depressed, and in Pain

Having a crippling disease can be saddening for anybody. A new study shows that rheumatoid arthritis patients who are poor have a greater risk of depression.

Holding on to Memory

The human brain loses a fair amount of weight over the course of a person's adult life. But the brain's ability to reorganize itself (called plasticity) makes up for lost cells and may help Alzheimer's patients.

Diabetics Benefit from Blood Pressure Drug

Type 2 diabetics are exposed to many health risks, including developing kidney problems. New research shows that a common blood pressure drug may help these patients protect their kidneys.

Allergies play a Significant Role in Asthma Attacks

Is your home, office or school environment aggravating your asthma? Does adding an allergy drug enable better breathing?

Race and the Pre-Baby Blues

Many studies have shown that women become depressed before giving birth. However, new research suggests that minority women face an especially high risk of experiencing prenatal depression.