Health News

Risk Factors for Complications After Knee Replacement
While knee replacement surgery can help to improve mobility, there can be complications connected to this procedure. And some patients may be at a higher risk for experiencing these complications than others.
4 Ways Women Can Lower Their Cancer Odds
Your life has probably been touched by cancer in some way. You’ve known someone who’s had it; maybe you have; or you know of people who’ve died from it. So what can you as a woman do to lower your cancer risks?
New Therapy Approved to Treat Advanced Melanoma
Melanoma, the potentially lethal form of skin cancer that can spread throughout the body, has a new enemy. The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new combination therapy.
Increased Depression in Common Teen Disorders
Separately, ADHD and asthma each have been associated with mood disorders. Are patients with both ADHD and asthma at an even greater risk?
Heart Health Knowledge Lagged Among Hispanics
Although more people have become informed about cardiovascular disease, minority women may be lacking information when it comes to understanding how being overweight or obese can impact heart health.
Limiting Radiation Exposure in Heart Exams
Cardiologists often rely on imaging techniques involving radiation. Some patients, however, may be exposed to unnecessary and harmful doses of radiation.
Breath of Fresh Air for Sleep Apnea Patients
Sleep apnea can be dangerous, but some patients don't adhere to treatment involving breathing masks. Recent research shows that a surgically implanted device may work better for those patients.
Taking Time Out After a Concussion
Despite precautions, young athletes are still at risk for experiencing concussions during sports activities. The important thing is to recover from them.
Balancing Pregnancy and Epilepsy
Women with epilepsy usually need to take medications to treat the condition even while they are pregnant. But how do those medications affect their developing babies?
One Quarter of Youth Met National Activity Guidelines
Getting outside to play seems like an easy task for most kids, but a new study revealed that many young people don’t do it enough. Researchers looked closely at how and how often children exercise.