May 06, 2013: Most Men With Erectile Dysfunction Don't Seem to Get Treatment
In study of 6 million ED patients, 75 percent either didn't receive or fill prescriptions

April 26, 2013: Magnetic Brain Stimulation May Temporarily Dull Nicotine Craving
Early study tested the noninvasive treatment on smokers

April 23, 2013: Prenatal Use of Common Epilepsy Drug Tied to Higher Autism Risk
Large Danish study looked at children of women who took valproate in pregnancy

April 09, 2013: Diclegis Approved for Morning Sickness
Among pregnant women who haven't responded to other treatments

March 22, 2013: Antipsychotic Drug Use Rising for Kids on Medicaid, Study Finds
Researchers say meds were often prescribed 'off-label' for conditions like ADHD

March 20, 2013: Study: Antidepressant Use in Pregnancy May Not Affect Baby's Growth
Psychiatrist says untreated depression has health consequences for mother, baby

March 20, 2013: Meth in Pregnancy May Blunt Child's Reaction to Stress: Study
Combination of methamphetamine, troubled home environment muted toddlers' responses

February 06, 2013: Nerve-Stimulating Device Might Ease Migraines
Small study found no side effects from treatment

January 03, 2013: Married Women More Likely to Have Positive Pregnancies: Study
They were less likely to suffer domestic violence, substance abuse, depression than other moms-to-be

January 02, 2013: People May Skip Generic Pills if Color Differs From Brand-Name Drug
Study found patients on anti-seizure meds were less likely to refill such prescriptions

January 02, 2013: Prenatal Antidepressants Don't Raise Fetal, Infant Death Risk: Study
But doctors, moms-to-be should still approach drugs known as SSRIs with caution, researchers say

December 19, 2012: Marijuana Use Rising Among High School Seniors: Report
Teen usage of some other drugs declining, U.S. officials say

November 21, 2012: Continued Use of ADHD Drugs May Reduce Criminal Behavior, Study Says
Arrests were lower when people with disorder took their medication, Swedish research found

November 09, 2012: Pregnant Women With Bipolar Disorder May Have Higher Risk of Premature Birth
Study found link whether mood disorder was being treated or not

November 02, 2012: Lupus May Be Linked to Serious Pregnancy Complication
This autoimmune disease appears to raise risk for preeclampsia

October 22, 2012: More Americans Have High Blood Pressure Under Control: Survey
Improvement in past decade attributed to more treatment with drug combinations

October 08, 2012: Antidepressants in Pregnancy May Affect Babies' Language Development
Study didn't look at long-term impact on children's speech milestones

September 11, 2012: Some Blood Pressure Drugs Might Help Slow Alzheimer's: Study
Fewer telltale brain plaques found in patients on angiotensin receptor blockers

September 11, 2012: More Pregnant Women on Blood Pressure Drugs: Study
Experts consider some meds safer than others for developing fetus

September 04, 2012: Millions of Americans Have Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure: CDC
Yet most have regular access to medical care, report notes

August 27, 2012: Stopping Controversial Asthma Drugs Could Have Downside: Study
Findings differ from FDA caution on combination therapies

July 19, 2012: 1 in 13 Pregnant Women Drinks, CDC Says
Binge drinking also a problem among a small minority of moms-to-be, new study finds

July 19, 2012: Ahead of AIDS Conference, New Reasons for Hope
Experts say headway has been made in prevention and treatment, but challenges remain

July 16, 2012: High Blood Pressure May Protect Some Frail Elderly: Study
Medication needs might vary for patients who can't walk a certain speed or distance, experts say

July 12, 2012: Babies Born to Obese Mothers May Have Low Iron: Study
Iron deficiency at birth can lead to developmental delays

May 10, 2012: Many Women Still Smoke During Pregnancy
New study finds white moms-to-be are more likely to light up than blacks, Hispanics

May 03, 2012: HIV Drug Tenofovir Safe During Pregnancy, Study Suggests
Baby's birth size not affected, but more research needed for long-term risks, experts say

April 30, 2012: U.S. Sees Tripling of Babies Born Addicted to Painkillers
They suffer from irritability, breathing problems, perhaps long-term brain damage, study finds

April 06, 2012: Planning Pregnancy May Cut Birth Defects
Timing allows changes or adjustments in risky medications, experts say

April 06, 2012: Forgoing Medication, for Baby's Sake
Wisconsin woman with psoriatic arthritis hopes adjustments will mean a healthier child

March 05, 2012: Moms' Antidepressants May Affect Babies' Head Size: Study
Pregnant women may want to try alternatives to treat depression, experts say

February 28, 2012: Ecstasy Use During Pregnancy May Harm Fetus: Study
Babies exposed to ecstasy in utero had poorer motor skills, coordination at 4 months

February 16, 2012: Illicit Drug Use May Be Driving Rise in Ectopic Pregnancies in Florida
CDC says cases indicate need for earlier access to prenatal care, drug awareness

February 10, 2012: Chemo During Pregnancy Doesn't Seem to Harm Baby
Study suggests treatment of expectant mothers is feasible after first trimester

January 30, 2012: Study Looks at Possible HIV Drugs-Birth Defect Link
More research needed into unconfirmed association between antiretrovirals and cleft lip/palate

January 30, 2012: More Newborns Suffering Drug Withdrawal at Birth
Doctors seeing more women taking illicit drugs, prescription painkillers during pregnancy

January 05, 2012: Antibiotics in Pregnancy May Shield Newborns From Strep B
Developing countries should adopt this practice for at-risk moms-to-be, researchers say

December 21, 2011: Limit Cold Medications During Pregnancy, Experts Advise
Some over-the-counter drug ingredients have not been well-studied for use by pregnant women

December 05, 2011: Fetal Exposure to Epilepsy Drug Might Raise Autism Risk: Study
Danish researchers found it almost tripled chances of autism spectrum disorder, although risk remains small

May 31, 2011: Flu Shot May Lower Odds for Preemie Delivery
During peak flu season, odds of prematurity were about 70% lower if mom was vaccinated, study finds

May 23, 2011: Certain Antibiotics During Pregnancy May Be Safe After All
Ob/gyn group says they're OK for treating urinary tract infections if no other alternative

April 12, 2011: Fish Oil Promising Against Postpartum Depression in Small Trial
Moms who took capsules during pregnancy had fewer symptoms, but more study needed

March 21, 2011: Moms' Use of 'the Pill' Won't Raise Kids' Asthma Risk: Study
Research refutes claim that pre-pregnancy birth control causes respiratory problems in babies

February 10, 2011: When Given Control, Women Use Less Epidural Anesthesia During Delivery
About one-third less used with patient-controlled devices, study finds

November 11, 2010: Painkillers in Pregnancy May Harm Son's Fertility, Study Suggests
European research links analgesic use to undescended testicles, but U.S. expert says findings are 'weak'

July 21, 2010: Moderate Caffeine Intake Safe During Pregnancy, Experts Say
A cup a day not linked to miscarriage or preterm birth, new guidelines suggest

May 03, 2010: Effects of TV, Drug Exposures in Early Life May Be Long-Lasting
Fetal and early childhood environment helps shape later outcomes, studies show

April 30, 2010: Taking Flu Drugs While Pregnant Appears to Be Safe: Study
Expectant moms who took Tamiflu, Relenza or Flumadine had no adverse effects, researchers say

December 22, 2009: Aspirin During Pregnancy May Help Preemies
Study finds slightly fewer behavioral issues among children whose moms took low doses

November 03, 2009: CDC Study Links 2 Antibiotics to Birth Defects
No added risk was found, however, for most commonly used infection-fighters