Health News

Can Too Much Fat Damage Your Eggs?
Women undergoing in vitro fertilization ( IVF ) should be aware that their diet may affect their eggs. 
Cholesterol Plays a Role in Alzheimer’s
A protein, called beta amyloid , builds up in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Cholesterol may be a factor in how much beta amyloid is produced.
Why Bigger Isn't Always Better
We're obsessed with size in this country. And when it comes to breasts, size matters - a lot. Yet bigger is not always better in terms of breast cancer risks.
Blood Transfusions - Who Needs Them?
Patients who refuse blood transfusions when undergoing heart surgery do not appear to be at an added risk of complications following the procedure.
Weighing the Fat
The information we get about dietary nutrition in general and fats especially can often feel overwhelming. With so many details to wade through, it can be hard to understand the components that make up a healthy diet.
Putting Your Eggs on Ice
The process of in vitro fertilization ( IVF ) involves a series of complex steps to coax a woman's body to produce extra eggs for fertilization and implantation.
Unexplained Arrhythmia Creates Risks
Emergency room patients who suffer an unexplained bout of atrial fibrillation, a common heart arrhythmia, appear to be at a very low risk of long-term complications.
Sexual Confusion Can Lead to the Bottle
Young adults are exploring their sexuality more than ever. And for some, indecision may put their lives at risk.
Being Unable to Conceive
The stress of dealing with infertility take both a physical and emotional toll on women's bodies. Now, there's evidence that this stress can lead to mental health conditions as well.
Unveiling the Secrets of Breast Cancer
Scientists are pulling back the veil on breast cancer and realizing that it's a far more complicated disease than anyone ever thought.