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Spotting the Treatment Gap in Diabetes Screening
Patients with severe mental illness face an increased risk for diabetes. And new evidence suggests there may be room for improvement when it comes to screening these patients for the condition.
The Dangers of Energy Drinks
How many energy drinks can young adults safely drink per day? The answer may surprise you.
Managing ADHD with Medication
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder that can continue through adolescence into adulthood. While ADHD is treatable both with medication and without, medication can help both children and adults with ADHD manage their symptoms by increasing certain brain chemicals. Read on to learn about the different ADHD medications available, how to prepare for your or your child’s doctor’s appointment, and what to expect during and after treatment.
To Combat Winter Blues, Talk May Be Best
For seasonal affective disorder (SAD), light therapy has long been considered the gold standard in treatment. But a new discovery may change that.
Warning: Prescription Sleep Aid Easy to Access Online
In the quest for a good night's rest, many patients turn to prescription sleep aids. Now, experts are calling for stricter controls on online sales for one such drug.
Lasting Benefits for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Therapy
Could a form of counseling be the most effective way to treat the debilitating symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)?
Officials Crack Down on Nicotine Products
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), a leading authority on children's health issues, is looking to clear the air on tobacco product use.
Green Light for Kid-Friendly ADHD Rx
There's a new medication option for young ADHD patients who may not be able to swallow pills.
Senior Antipsychotic Use: The Troubling Trends
The use of antipsychotic drugs to treat elderly patients has become more common in recent years. But that may not be a good thing.
Nonmedical Opioid Rx Use: US Trends
When it comes to recent trends of nonmedical prescription opioid use in the US, there's good news and bad news.