Comparing Rx for Psoriatic Arthritis

Three medicines are most commonly used to treat psoriatic arthritis. But is one better than the others?

MS Risk in the Young and Obese

Children who are obese are at risk of developing a number of diseases. Could multiple sclerosis (MS) be one of those diseases?

How Does ADHD Affect Thinking Skills?

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can make school hard for some kids. Certain thinking skills may be most affected by attention issues.

Gene Test Catches Tiny Cancers

A new genetic test, combined with CT screening, can identify aggressive lung cancer at an early stage. Results may help determine the best therapy options to help patients live longer.

COPD Rx Closer to Approval

A medication's journey from creation to approval is a long one. One new COPD medication may be nearing the end of that journey.

How Accurate Are Migraine Triggers?

More than half of all patients with migraine with aura can identify at least one thing that initiates their migraine attacks. Yet many of these triggers are simply unavoidable in everyday life.

Score Big with Food Safety This Super Bowl Sunday

With the flu and noroviruses (stomach bugs) tackling millions this winter, it’s a good idea to plan ahead to avoid intercepting germs during Super Bowl parties. One of the best ways to guard yourself and your guests is to prevent double dipping.

Happy HIV Patients Take Meds

Living with HIV means sticking to a pretty strict regimen of meds. Skipping those meds can be dangerous. Making HIV patients happier with their health care may help them stick with that regimen in the long run.

PTSD May Produce Sexual Health Issues

Veterans returning from combat can find it hard to adjust to their old lives. Many Iraq and Afghanistan veterans have experienced traumatic events, which can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression.

In the ER for ADHD Rx Misuse

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can make it hard to concentrate and to do a variety of daily tasks. While medications can help patients with ADHD, those same medications are frequently abused.

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