Health News

Infertility Linked to Early Death in Men
Infertility problems in men may be a sign of more serious underlying conditions. And according to a recent study, men's semen might provide signs of their overall health.
Hormone Therapy Can Wait When Prostate Cancer Returns
Monitoring return of prostate cancer using a blood test raises the question of what should be done when the blood test shows the cancer might be returning.
Comparing Top Two Ways to Eliminate Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are a very painful problem to have, and there are two main procedures doctors use to get rid of them. The question is: Is one way better than the other?
Water Pipes Don't Make Smoking Safer
Smoking tobacco out of a water pipe has become very common and is often thought of as a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. But is that belief backed up by evidence? 
Mega-Dose of Measles Vaccine Killed Cancer
Multiple myeloma is a cancer that develops in the bone marrow and is considered by many to be incurable. An engineered measles virus, however, may change that.
Migraines Might Affect Stroke Risk
People with a history of migraines may have to take steps to avoid another serious health problem, according to new research.
Get Moving For Better Kidney Health
Walking is one of the most common forms of exercise for people in the United States. For patients with chronic kidney disease, taking a walk could be a lifesaver.
BRCA and Cancer: Non-Surgical Ways Women Might Reduce Risk
Women who know they have certain BRCA gene mutations may consider surgery to remove their breasts or ovaries to lower their risk of developing deadly cancers. But there may be other less aggressive options that can reduce their risk.
Overdosing on Exercise
Exercise is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle. But for some people, it appears there is such thing as too much exercise.
Cancer Patients Rarely Requested Unnecessary Treatments
Going to your doctor and demanding a treatment that is unwarranted may lead to unnecessary costs. But a new study of cancer patients suggests that this request is likely a rare occurrence.