A professional's advice — even if it's about something widely known — can carry a lot of weight. But some professionals may be missing chances to advise patients to quit smoking.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

The FDA has given a thumbs up to a new medication to treat an eye disease that affects hundreds of thousands of people with diabetes.

Earlier this year, Johnson & Johnson stopped selling a certain surgical device because it poses a risk of spreading a dangerous cancer in women. Now, the company is taking it one step further and asking doctors to return the device.

Young children tend to visit the emergency room more than those of other ages. Recent research aimed to find out the reasons why.

Electronic cigarettes are a newer nicotine product, and the medical community is working to understand their effect on users’ health.

Tree nuts are full of various nutrients, including protein, fatty acids, fiber and vitamins, and new research suggests that they may actually help fight disease.

The beach is not always fun in the sun — sometimes it can be unsafe. Health officials have warned the public about a dangerous bacteria found in the waters of Florida's beaches.

As acupuncture becomes more common, more research is exploring its effects. One new study found that the practice may help some breast cancer patients.

Menopause is an inevitable physical and mental change for most women, and many seek ways to reduce the often uncomfortable symptoms. New research shows that acupuncture may be a way to do so.