Health News

Unsanitary Conditions Lead to Meat Recall
Consumers around the country might want to check the labels on meat in their fridge — a recall of certain products has grown this week.
FDA Warns of Erections from Methylphenidate Use
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning about a serious potential side effect of methylphenidate products (e.g. Ritalin, Concerta, and Daytrana) used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Antibiotic Use in Infancy Could Increase Risk of Asthma
The number of people with asthma has significantly increased over the last three decades. Different medical exposures during infancy may have something to do with the rising number.
An Apple a Day Keeps Heart Problems Away
Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? A new study suggests that simple dietary changes may be effective in preventing death from heart disease.
Cancer Incidence in the US — A Mixed Bag
The latest report from the National Institutes of Health has shown that it appears fewer Americans are dying from cancer than ever before. Does this mean that fewer people are being diagnosed with cancer?
More Americans Beating Cancer Than Ever Before
The data is in and the annual report on the status of cancer in the US is out. The Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer has shown positive trends.
A Healthy Mouth Didn't Help Control Diabetes
Could better dental health help with managing blood sugar and controlling diabetes?
Vitamins Did Little to Prevent Heart Disease and Cancer
Vitamins help “fill in the gaps” of a diet by providing us with nutrients we may not be getting enough of, but can they actually lower our risk for common diseases like cancer and heart disease?
Slowing Down in Older Age
With older age can come retirement and a chance to slow down, and according to research, that slowing down can carry over to physical activity as well.
It Took Two to Fight Lymphoma
Treatment for follicular lymphoma — the most common type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma — often comes with serious side effects. New research may change that for many patients.