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: Common Glaucoma Drug May Cause Droopy Eyelids, Study Finds
Doctors should be cautious when prescribing specific eyedrops, researchers say

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

May 21, 2013: COPD Patients May Do Fine With Shorter Course of Steroids
Coming off meds sooner means fewer harmful side effects, study author says

May 20, 2013: Newer, Pricier Prostate Cancer Radiation No Better Than Old: Study
Researchers looked at men who had the therapy after surgery

May 20, 2013: Study: Older Whooping Cough Vaccine More Effective
But it was phased out because of side effects; newer version works, study notes

May 16, 2013: Xofigo Approved for Prostate Cancer
When disease has spread to the bones

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 16, 2013: New Drug May Help Immune System Fight Cancer
Early study found tumor reduction in several forms of the disease

May 15, 2013: FDA: Lower Ambien's Dose to Prevent Drowsy Driving
Blood levels from nighttime dose of sleep aid can remain too high the next morning, agency 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 13, 2013: How to Quickly Spot Signs of Stroke: Experts
Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery

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 08, 2013: Gene Discoveries Give Hope Against 'Brittle Bone' Disease
Scientists pinpoint mutation that appears to cause severe forms of bone loss

May 08, 2013: Study Sees Link Between Mom's Flu, Bipolar Risk for Children
But the risk is small and the connection hasn't been proven, researchers say

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 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: Buying Testosterone Supplements Online Can Be Risky
Most sellers extol benefits with little mention of potential health hazards, study finds

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 03, 2013: Centenarians a Happy Lot, Survey Says
But aging baby boomers less content, wish they'd taken more chances in their lives

May 02, 2013: Longer Wait for Mammogram After Benign Breast Biopsy May Be Warranted
Study suggests imaging tests done less than a year later find little cancer, drain health care dollars

May 01, 2013: Antibiotic Azithromycin Won't Harm Healthy Hearts: Study
Researchers found no increased death risk in those free of cardiovascular disease

May 01, 2013: General Anesthesia Not Linked to Raised Risk for Dementia
No long-term mental changes associated with the procedure in older surgical patients, study says

April 30, 2013: For Some Seniors With Skin Cancer, Surgery Not Always Best Choice
Risk of complications may outweigh benefits for frail elderly who do not have melanoma, study suggests

April 30, 2013: Study Looks at Vitamin D Needs in Breast-Fed Babies
Supplements helped infants meet recommended blood levels to support bone health

April 29, 2013: Some Antidepressants Linked to Bleeding Risk With Surgery
It's not clear whether SSRI drugs should be stopped before procedures, study says

April 29, 2013: Drugs Can Sometimes Prevent Migraines, but at a Cost
Study finds many have side effects so bothersome that sufferers stop taking them

April 26, 2013: Health Tip: Watch for Signs of Elder Abuse
Including taking drugs or drinking

April 25, 2013: Bipolar Disorder Drugs May 'Tweak' Genes Affecting Brain
Study offers clues on causes of condition and how commonly prescribed meds work

April 25, 2013: Newborn's Placenta May Predict Autism Risk, Study Suggests
Identifying infants with higher odds could improve treatment, researchers say

April 24, 2013: Many Kids Who Undergo Stem Cell Transplants Must Return to Hospital
Study found readmissions for fever, infections and gastro problems

April 23, 2013: Childhood Meningitis Tied to Reduced Education, Employment Prospects
Danish study found some were less likely to be financially self-sufficient as adults

April 23, 2013: Common Heart Meds May Boost Recovery From Non-Cardiac Surgeries
Large study looked at possible protective effect of beta-blockers

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 23, 2013: Many Parents Give Kids Cold Medicines When They Shouldn't, Survey Finds
They often miss fine print on the label warning against use in children younger than 4 years old

April 23, 2013: Benefits Unclear of Screening Teens, Adults for Suicide Risk: Report
Task force stresses that finding does not apply to those with current or past mental health problems

April 23, 2013: 'Misdiagnosis' Leading Cause of U.S. Malpractice Payouts: Study
Diagnosis-related claims -- not surgical or medication errors -- are the most costly of all, researcher says

April 19, 2013: Mammo Rates Unchanged Despite Controversial Guidelines
Annual screenings continue as women, doctors appear to be ignoring task force recommendations, new data shows

April 18, 2013: Health Tip: Strengthen Your Bones
Get enough dietary calcium

April 17, 2013: Seriously Stressed? Hair Analysis Tells All, Study Finds
Single strand may yield evidence about heart-harmful hormone levels in seniors, researchers say

April 15, 2013: Are Pricey Computer-Aided Mammograms Worth It?
Early breast cancer found more often in large study, but not more cases of invasive disease

April 15, 2013: Study Questions Value of PSA Test for Older Men
Only a third who received abnormal result went on to receive prostate biopsy, experts note

April 15, 2013: FDA Warns Against Sale of Sports Supplements in U.S.
Dangerous stimulant DMAA is sold under variety of ingredient names, agency says

April 15, 2013: Age of Autism Diagnosis May Depend on Symptoms: Study
Early identification essential to help kids reach their potential, researcher says

April 15, 2013: Mental Exercise May Help Keep Seniors Sharp
Even solving puzzles might stave off decline and memory loss, study hints

April 15, 2013: New Procedure May Shrink Enlarged Prostate Without Surgery
'Prostatic artery embolization' didn't cause troublesome side effects in study