May 25, 2013: Seniors More Likely to Crash When Driving With Pet: Study
Accident risk doubled for those who always drove with their animal in the car

May 24, 2013: Monday Best Time for Hospitalization With Heart Failure, Study Says
Death rates appear to rise and fall depending on day of week, season, research suggests

May 24, 2013: Common Supplement May Help Patients Fight Heart Failure
Coenzyme Q10 appeared to reduce death rates, hospitalizations in study

May 24, 2013: Top-Ranked Golfer Beats Scoliosis
Years of braces and surgery couldn't keep Stacy Lewis from becoming the best in her sport

May 24, 2013: Health Tip: Pack the Right Equipment for Running Trails
Wear the correct shoes

May 24, 2013: Could Statins Raise Diabetes Risk?
Some popular brands associated with high blood sugar levels in study, but odds of problems are low

May 23, 2013: Glucosamine Supplements Tied to Risk of Eye Condition
Seniors taking them had side effect that has been linked to glaucoma, small study finds

May 23, 2013: Scientists Can't Replicate Surprising Finding on Alzheimer's Treatment
Skin cancer drug had no effect on brain plaques in mice, three separate research teams report

May 23, 2013: Statins May Hamper Workout Results
Overweight people on cholesterol-lowering drugs saw less fitness improvement than others in small study

May 22, 2013: Underactive Thyroid and Heart Failure a Bad Combination: Study
Hypothyroidism impact varies by race, with blacks at increased risk of death, findings suggest

May 22, 2013: Cost of Treating Strokes in U.S. Could Soar to $180B Annually by 2030: Report
An aging population could double expenditures, American Heart Association says

May 22, 2013: COPD May Be Over-Diagnosed Among Uninsured
Patients thought to have lung condition were re-evaluated in small study

May 22, 2013: More Kids Getting Donor Organs, But Gaps Persist, Study Finds
Researchers looked at whether change in U.S. donor criteria made a difference

May 21, 2013: Age, Other Illnesses May Make Prostate Cancer Treatment Unnecessary
For older patients with hypertension, heart failure, different problems will likely cause death, study finds

May 21, 2013: Removing Tonsils Helps Kids With Sleep Apnea, Study Finds
Better slumber improved daytime energy and behavior, but not memory, learning, researchers say

May 21, 2013: Weather Worries Can Threaten a Child's Mental Health
Psychologist offers advice for coping with tragedies like the Oklahoma tornado

May 21, 2013: Health Tip: Run Smart, Run Safe
Don't use headphones

May 20, 2013: Sugar Injections for Knee Arthritis May Ease Pain: Study
But at least one expert questions benefits of the alternative treatment

May 20, 2013: Sports May Be OK With Defibrillator, Study Says
But each patient must make decision with doctor's input

May 20, 2013: Favorite Music May Ease Anxiety in ICU Patients
Those who heard well-loved tunes in study needed less sedation medicine

May 20, 2013: Sleep Apnea in Seniors Tied to Alzheimer's in Study
Connection appeared strongest among thinner people, researcher says

May 17, 2013: Alcoholics Who Smoke May Face Early Brain Aging
Small study didn't find effect in former or never-smokers

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

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: Cancer Patients May Face Higher Bankruptcy Odds
Washington state study found a nearly tripled risk, with younger adults most vulnerable

May 15, 2013: Some Types of Skin Cancer Linked to Lower Chances of Alzheimer's
A weak immune response might allow skin cancer but protect brain from inflammation, expert suggests

May 15, 2013: Get Fit in Middle Age to Cut Heart Failure Risk, Study Says
It's never too late to start, researchers find

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

May 15, 2013: Erectile Dysfunction Tied to Long-Term Narcotic Use in Men
In study, more men on impotence meds were taking opioids for chronic back pain

May 15, 2013: Combo Drug Therapy May Work Best to Strengthen Bones: Study
But osteoporosis experts say fracture resistance must also be assessed

May 14, 2013: Costlier Heart Device May Not Be Worth It, Study Suggests
Dual-chamber implanted defibrillators had more complications than single-chamber models

May 14, 2013: Procedure for Incontinence in Women May Lose Effectiveness With Time
In 7-year study, failure rate for pelvic organ prolapse surgery gradually increased

May 14, 2013: Experimental Drug Seems to Aid Memory in Mice With Alzheimer's
Study found increased levels of proteins that form connections responsible for learning, memory

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

May 13, 2013: Creative Arts May Help Cancer Patients Cope
Review shows participation in dance, music, art or writing can soothe anxiety, depression and pain

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

May 10, 2013: Insomnia Hints at Future Hospitalization
Large U.S study also found greater odds of home health care use in people with sleep problem

May 09, 2013: Socializing May Ease Pain of Breast Cancer
Study found that women with the largest support networks reported best quality of life

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: iPads Could Affect Implanted Heart Devices, Early Study Finds
Young researcher suggests that users avoid placing tablets too close to the chest

May 08, 2013: Fish Oil Supplements Don't Protect Against Heart Trouble: Study
They don't reduce the risk of heart attack, heart failure or death, researchers report

May 08, 2013: High Blood Sugar May Add to Alzheimer's Risk: Study
Brain scans suggest possible link between the two

May 08, 2013: Hospital Bills Can Vary Widely, Even in Same Cities
New U.S. initiative designed to bring more transparency to cost of health care

May 07, 2013: Programming Implanted Defibrillators to React More Slowly Might Be Safer: Study
Unnecessary shocks from the heart devices are often distressing, come with their own risks, experts say

May 07, 2013: Cholesterol Drugs Might Boost Kidney Cancer Survival
Study finds statin medications tied to lower death risk after nearly 4 years of follow-up

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: Some Antidepressants May Raise Risk for Gastro Infection
Researchers aren't sure why these meds are linked to chances of contracting C. difficile

May 06, 2013: Living Long May Protect Against Early Alzheimer's, Study Finds
Dementia starts later in families with exceptional longevity, researchers say

May 06, 2013: Health Tip: Coping With Shoulder Arthritis
Rest, soothe and strengthen to treat pain