Health News

Vegetable Compound May Shrink Breast Tumors
A compound found in vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and kale has been studied for its effect on cancer. Recently, its potential benefits may have been expanded.
Take a Dip for Your Joints
We are at the height of summer. All around the country, rising temperatures are pushing people towards a dip in the water. If you have arthritis, this may be the perfect time of year to try water exercise to improve the health of your joints.
Q&A with Colic Expert Dr. Vartabedian
Becoming a new parent brings with it a host of challenges, not the least of which is learning your baby’s needs and how he or she expresses those needs.
FDA Approves Generic Singulair
The US Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic versions of Singulair (montelukast sodium) for use in adults and children to control asthma symptoms and to help relieve symptoms of indoor and outdoor allergies.
Early Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar mania has many symptoms, like feeling high or excited. People may have symptoms of mania without having bipolar, and some symptoms may put them at risk for bipolar disorder.
Blood Sugar May Matter for Non-Diabetics
Even without diabetes, low blood sugar levels can lead to some serious risks and health problems. Researchers recently set out to see what these risks were.
Reducing Tremors in MS
Tremors are one of the most difficult multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms to treat. Several medications exist to treat tremors, but not much is known about their ability to consistently reduce symptoms. This can be confusing for MS patients who experience tremors.
Rituxan May Help With Kidney Disorder
While medications can help people with kidney problems, they are no magic bullet. In some cases, the drugs used to treat kidney disorders can lead to complications just as serious as the original problem.
Containing Cancer is Complicated
Why does cancer (so often) return after it's thought to have been killed and is no longer evident in the body? Scientists think they might know about why this happens - Cancer Stem Cells.
Bypass Technique Linked to Fewer Complications
A less invasive technique for harvesting leg veins for use in coronary artery bypass surgery has been found safe. This new procedure also appears to result in fewer wound complications such as infections.