May 23, 2013: People With Borderline Personality Disorder May Misinterpret Facial Emotions
In studies, patients sometimes saw anger in a 'neutral' face and reacted to that threat

May 23, 2013: Too Few Kids Use Fast-Food Calorie Info, Study Finds
Girls and obese children are likelier to take advantage of this knowledge

May 22, 2013: Docs Use 3-D Printer to Create Lifesaving Airway Device for Infant
Rare, worsening condition led to emergency FDA approval to use splint

May 20, 2013: Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk for Rare Liver Disease
Separate report calls for more hospice care for terminal cirrhosis patients

May 20, 2013: Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds
Improvements reported in muscle strength, fatigue and quality of life

May 17, 2013: College Women More Prone to Problem Drinking Than Men: Study
Alcohol affects them differently, so safe limits are lower for women

May 10, 2013: Exercise May Ease Pain of Fibromyalgia, Study Suggests
Moderate physical activity doesn't exacerbate symptoms, researchers find

May 03, 2013: Muhammad Ali's Daughter Champions Fight Against Parkinson's Disease
With her legendary father stricken, May May Ali works to raise awareness of his devastating disorder

April 19, 2013: Closed Windows in Hospital Rooms May Raise Infection Risk
Simulation study found lack of ventilation exposed more patients to potential of airborne diseases

April 12, 2013: 10 Years On, Still Much To Be Learned From Human Genome Map
Advances made in genetics of disease, but creating new drugs more complex than first thought

April 08, 2013: Potions From the Past Held More Than a Snake-Oil Promise: Study
Researchers dissect 19th century concoctions to find some medicinal secrets actually worked

April 02, 2013: Obama Unveils Vast Brain-Mapping Project
10-year initiative, with $100 million funding in 2014, designed to lead to breakthroughs for diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

April 02, 2013: Chickenpox Shot Provides Long-Term Protection, Study Finds
Effectiveness did not wane over 14 years

March 29, 2013: Drug-Resistant 'Superbug' May Spread Among Patients, Study Finds
People with cystic fibrosis are of special concern

March 28, 2013: Rubella in Pregnancy Rare in U.S., But Can Be Devastating for Baby
'German measles' caused serious birth defects in 3 cases in 3 states in 2012, health officials say

March 13, 2013: Spine MRIs Often Show Harmless 'Defects,' Study Finds
After treatment, many people have visible evidence of a herniated disc without any symptoms

March 13, 2013: Study Confirms Slight Rise in Paralysis Risk After Swine Flu Shot
Less than 2 'excess' cases of Guillain-Barre syndrome found per 1 million vaccinations

March 01, 2013: Gel Manicures Durable, But Can Cause Lasting Problems
Dermatologist says use this nail treatment in moderation and learn about associated risks

February 28, 2013: Fiscal Standoff Could Cause Financial Pain for Health Care
Hospitals, physicians and researchers brace for fallout from mandated spending cuts

February 26, 2013: 'Worried Well' Often Ignore Negative Test Results: Study
Many of these patients suffer from hypochondria, and continue to have symptoms of imagined disease

February 18, 2013: U.S. Plans Billion-Dollar Project to Study the Brain
Hope is the initiative will lead to breakthroughs for diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

February 08, 2013: A Pill So People With Celiac Disease Can Eat Freely?
Scientists engineer an enzyme to stop the disease-causing process in a test tube, but more research is needed

February 04, 2013: Boomers' Health Fails to Measure Up to Parents'
Study finds higher rates of chronic disease, disability and lower self-rated health

February 04, 2013: Mistaken Infection 'On The Prairie'?
Mary Ingalls, of 'Little House on the Prairie', probably didn't go blind from scarlet fever, experts suggest

January 31, 2013: Scientists Find Clue to Aging Reversal in Mice
'Longevity' gene inserted into mouse stem cells seemed to turn back clock on some age-related decline

January 18, 2013: Malaria, Typhoid Pose Biggest Threat to Travelers in Tropics
The feared Ebola virus is much less common, study says

January 17, 2013: Obese Kids May Face Immediate Health Woes, Study Finds
Higher rates of ADHD, asthma and learning problems seen in overweight children, study shows

January 16, 2013: Childhood Vaccine Schedule Is Safe, Report Says
Critics call for more research into whether shots may be linked to some developmental disorders

January 10, 2013: Technique IDs Deadliest Whooping Cough Cases
Take white blood cell counts early and often, study says

January 09, 2013: Stem Cell Transplants in Mice Show Promise for Lou Gehrig's Disease
Rodents with the nervous system disorder increased lifespan, neuromuscular function, study shows

January 09, 2013: Americans Suffer Worse Health Than Peers in Other Countries
Even younger adults don't fare as well as counterparts elsewhere, report says

January 03, 2013: Stem Cell Technology May Help Rejuvenate Immune Cells
Manipulation of aging T-cells might help them defend against diseases such as HIV and cancer, researchers say

December 27, 2012: U.S. Children's Hospitals Treating More Complex, Expensive Conditions
Researchers find biggest increase in patients with special needs, such as cerebral palsy

December 26, 2012: Lifestyle Affects Outcome of Peripheral Artery Procedure: Study
Taking aspirin, statins and not smoking helps people with blocked leg arteries avoid complications

December 21, 2012: FDA Panel Recommends Against 1st Drug for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Safety was a concern, and only some patients got relief from the treatment

December 20, 2012: FDA Panel Considers 1st Drug for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Only some patients got relief from the experimental treatment, experts say

December 19, 2012: Scientists Now See 200 Genes Linked to Crohn's Disease
Findings may eventually lead to better treatments, researchers say

December 19, 2012: Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Rare Children's Brain Disorder
Treatment targets chemical that wreaks havoc on nerve cells in kids with Canavan disease

December 18, 2012: Many Adults With Autism Unhappy With Their Health Care
Better approaches needed to serve these patients, researcher says

December 18, 2012: Speed Bumps May Aid Appendicitis Diagnosis
Researchers suggest asking patients if pain surged when they hit traffic humps

December 12, 2012: Gene Study Uncovers More Autism Clues
Scientists spot nearly 100 genes linking the disorder with inherited fragile X syndrome

December 07, 2012: Kids With Autism Common Users of ERs, Study Says
Findings suggest need for better outpatient psychiatric care

December 07, 2012: Acute Kidney Injuries Up Sharply in U.S.
Data likely 'just the tip of the iceberg,' researcher says

December 03, 2012: Children's Seizures Not Always Damaging, Study Finds
Those caused by fever don't appear to harm brain function

November 27, 2012: Whooping Cough Vaccine Less Effective Over Time: Study
California outbreak suggests need to reevaluate vaccine schedule

November 26, 2012: Colorful Fruits, Vegetables May Be Key to Cancer-Fighting Diet
Fall favorites -- apples, cranberries, sweet potatoes -- are beneficial all year long, expert says

November 20, 2012: Meningitis/Steroid Toll Now 34 Dead
490 people have been sickened, CDC says

November 16, 2012: Meningitis Outbreak Toll Now 33 Dead, 480 Sickened, CDC Says
Lawmakers, pharmacy representatives wrangled this week in Congressional hearings

November 15, 2012: Compounding Pharmacists Oppose Greater U.S. Oversight
Existing rules, basically on state level, are enough, lobbyist says; death toll tied to tainted steroids still at 32

November 14, 2012: Owner of Meningitis-Linked Pharmacy Declines to Testify Before Congress
FDA commissioner asks for more authority over specialty pharmacies like one linked to tainted injections