May 18, 2013: Swallowing Magnets Can Be Fatal for Children
Neodymium magnets are powerful enough to cause significant damage to digestive tract, researchers say

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 17, 2013: Teen Bullies May Turn to Crime as Adults
Long-term study followed working-class British males

May 17, 2013: Age Amplifies Damage From Obesity, Study Finds
By 50, arteries stiffen, increasing risk of death from heart disease, researchers say

May 17, 2013: Health Tip: Eating Vegetarian
Choose low-fat meat alternatives

May 16, 2013: Living Near Fast-Food Outlets Might Boost Obesity Risk
Study of black Americans found link between having these restaurants nearby and being overweight

May 16, 2013: Anti-Gay Bullying Tied to Teen Depression, Suicide
Suicidal thoughts more likely for kids victimized over sexual orientation, research finds

May 16, 2013: 1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has a Mental Health Disorder: CDC
ADHD is most common current diagnosis in children aged 3 to 17

May 16, 2013: Heart Risks Last Beyond Hospital Discharge, Study Finds
Likelihood of death, readmission remains high for more than 30 days after heart failure, heart attack

May 15, 2013: Sugary Sodas, Fruit Punches May Raise Kidney Stone Risk: Study
It's important to stay hydrated, but water may be your best choice, experts say

May 15, 2013: Gene Variations May Explain Weight Gain Among Men, Women
People with specific 'polymorphisms' were more likely to put on pounds in 10-year study

May 15, 2013: People With High Blood Pressure May Crave Salt
It's important to resist these cravings, study author says

May 14, 2013: Metformin Won't Aid Breast Cancer Survival in Diabetics
Study counters prior research suggesting the medicine might help cancer patients

May 14, 2013: No Drop in Teens' Use of 'Smokeless' Tobacco
Lower taxes on products like chew, snuff may be a factor, study says

May 14, 2013: CDC Guidelines Could Cut Bloodstream Infections From Dialysis
Since 1993, hospitalization rates have increased 51 percent for these patients, researchers say

May 14, 2013: Most Americans Should Eat Less Salt: Report
But too little salt may also cause health problems, report authors add

May 14, 2013: Health Tip: Bake With Less Sugar
You probably don't need as much as you've been using

May 13, 2013: How to Quickly Spot Signs of Stroke: Experts
Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery

May 13, 2013: New Guidelines Say Doctors Should Screen All Adults for 'Risky' Drinking
One simple question is all it takes, expert task force finds

May 13, 2013: Many U.S. Kids Victims of Violence, Abuse: Survey
Attacks that wouldn't be tolerated against adults may be shrugged off when children involved, expert says

May 13, 2013: Typical Restaurant Meal Loaded With Fats, Salt, Calories: Studies
Just one meal often provides most of the daily recommended amounts, encouraging obesity

May 13, 2013: Healthy Lifestyle May Offset Job Stress, Study Finds
Risk for heart disease rises when workers drink, smoke or overeat

May 13, 2013: A Little Formula Might Help Breast-Feeding for Some Babies
Early study looked at newborns who were losing weight

May 13, 2013: Nearly Half of High Schoolers Text While Driving: Survey
Those teens also more prone to drunk driving, results show

May 11, 2013: Grilling Tips to Cut Colon Cancer Risk
Use less red meat, marinate and precook indoors, nutrition expert advises

May 10, 2013: Yet Another Reason to Avoid Fatty Foods: Fatigue
Daytime drowsiness, alertness influenced by diet, researchers say

May 10, 2013: Good Diet Helps People Manage Celiac Disease
Effects of gluten intolerance can be minimized with proper nutrition, expert says

May 10, 2013: When Teen Dating Turns Abusive and Violent
Parents urged to watch for signs of behavior that affects 1 in 10 children

May 10, 2013: Same-Sex Relationships Pose Abuse Risks, Too
N.Y. woman recounts verbal and physical violence with first female partner

May 10, 2013: Obesity Crisis May Be Fueling Big Jump in Sleep Apnea Cases
Researcher calls troubled sleep an 'uncalculated cost' of America's weight epidemic

May 10, 2013: Health Tip: Don't Overcook Veggies
You may lose key nutrients

May 09, 2013: Pets a Boon for the Human Heart, Cardiologists Say
American Heart Association cites stress-busting, dog-walking benefits of companion animals

May 09, 2013: Violent Video Games May Numb Players to Brutality, Study Finds
Lower reactions seen in highly exposed teens

May 09, 2013: Many Seniors Suffer Mental Decline in Silence: CDC
While 1 in 8 has memory problems and confusion, too few seek help

May 09, 2013: Eating Peppers Tied to Lower Parkinson's Risk, Study Finds
Vegetables that contain nicotine may offer some protection, research suggests

May 09, 2013: Pregnancy Adds Challenge for Teens Treated for Drug Abuse, Report Says
Substance-abuse programs may improve young women's education, income prospects

May 08, 2013: Fast Food Hasn't Gotten Much Healthier, Study Says
Researchers analyzed 14 years of menus from familiar U.S. chains

May 08, 2013: Birth Rates Good After Implanting 1 Embryo, Study Finds
IVF infertility treatments may have better outcomes with 1 'screened' embryo versus 2 'unscreened' embryos

May 08, 2013: Money Motivates Weight Loss -- One Step at a Time
Obese adults embrace walking program to avoid hike in insurance premiums, study finds

May 07, 2013: Magnesium-Rich Food May Help Keep Kids' Bones Strong
Higher levels of the mineral tied to greater bone density in study

May 07, 2013: Half of People With Hepatitis C Don't Complete Needed Tests: CDC
Without treatment, virus can lead to liver cancer

May 07, 2013: Prostate Cancer May Be Deadlier for the Uninsured
Study found they were more likely to have a higher PSA test score, advanced disease and shorter survival

May 07, 2013: Health Tip: Monitor Fat in Preschoolers' Diet
Limit consumption of cheese, fruit juice

May 06, 2013: Hungry Shoppers Pile High-Calorie Foods in Their Carts
Your body shifts to survival mode at the grocery store, expert says

May 06, 2013: FDA Proposes Tougher Warnings for Tanning Beds
But stops short of ban for those younger than 18, as advisory panel had recommended

May 06, 2013: Can High-Protein, Low-Carb Diet Boost Fertility Treatment?
That's the conclusion of small, early study of women undergoing in vitro fertilization

May 06, 2013: Many Suicidal Kids Have Access to Guns at Home: Study
Screening found this situation among 1 in 5 young ER patients

May 06, 2013: High School Football Players Often Not Deterred by Head Injury
Knowing dangers of concussion not enough to keep many teens on sidelines, survey finds

May 06, 2013: More Than 4 in 10 U.S. Teens Text While Driving: Survey
State laws banning behavior don't seem to help much, researchers find

May 06, 2013: School Sports May Cut Rates of Violence, Bullying Among Teens
Study found less fighting among girls who were athletes and less bullying against boys on teams