Bystanders often get distracted by a non-life-threatening issue, research shows
But more cases are expected as baby boomers age, report says
The answer may depend on whether you're a man or a woman
Psychiatrist offers advice on coping with the aftermath
New study suggests the therapy won't increase risk of early death
In head-to-head trial, Opdivo outperformed a similar drug, and with fewer side effects
Patients need long-term care to manage pain, vision problems, as well as thinking and mobility issues
Analysis of 2 major trials on the prostate cancer screen shows it cuts men's risk of dying from the disease
They have better survival than divorced or single patients, research shows
Study compares 'on-' and 'off-pump' procedures
Obamacare has improved access to therapies, but finances are still a big concern, researchers say
Two large studies boost potential benefits of coffee, and one looked at consumption in all races
Study followed more than 150,000 people for 45 years
Like something from a science fiction movie, the machines can fly in carrying life-saving equipment
Could be due to changes made years ago in treatments children receive, researchers say
Researchers assess 30-day survival for older patients
For patients with the rare disease, survival benefit was seen in those given Xeloda, researchers say
Study found older patients' hospital survival was slightly higher when their physician was younger
2-year difference seen between people with degenerative brain diseases and their healthy peers
Still small, but persistent gaps for some groups with HIV, global health expert says
Continuity of care may be more important than speedy treatment, researchers say
Academic medical centers that perform more tumor surgeries had better patient outcomes, study found
Some symptoms, such as fatigue and insomnia, are still a problem long after treatment
Good Samaritans can help prevent brain damage, nursing home care for cardiac arrest victims
But CDC report also found they're still more likely to die at an earlier age than whites
In study, heart failure patients had higher death risk if unemployed, but cause-and-effect unclear
British study says their treatment, compared to men, needs drastic improvement
Obesity steals the most years of all, researchers say
These unique mammals may teach humans tricks to lessen effects of stroke, heart attack, scientists say
Survival rates drop significantly compared to older adults
Combo therapy may also extend survival of glioblastoma patients, but more research needed
Elderly with heart problems fare worse on race days, perhaps due to delays in care, researchers say
Immunotherapy may triple 5-year survival rate for certain patients with advanced disease, study finds
Researchers estimate about two-thirds of pediatric deaths could be prevented by flu shot
With cardiac arrest, they're more likely to perform procedures to clear blood vessels, study finds
Easy-to-use portable devices can prevent deaths from sudden cardiac arrest, researchers say
Rates of PTSD and depression are higher, but so too are liver problems and back pain, study finds
Challenges persist up to 2 years after diagnosis, study finds
Using cholesterol-lowering medications up to and on operation day linked to better survival rates in study
Canadians with the lung disease live about 10 years longer on average, study finds
Report suggests higher screening rates explain the positive trend
Decline parallels reduced use of radiation, at lower doses, researchers say
But other developed countries expected to have even bigger longevity gains, study says
Skipping doses or drugs altogether can be dangerous, U.S. researchers warn
Babies born at 22 and 24 weeks still face tough odds, but neonatal care improvements have been key, doctors say
But some patients reported missing face-to-face contact, study found
Study finds especially toxic treatments were tied to later issues, but most rated sex lives as positive
Study estimates nearly 15,000 lives saved over decade if all who needed hormone treatment got it
Lack of money can be as damaging to health as inactivity, researchers find
A diagnosis of DCIS doesn't lower life expectancy in patients over 50, study finds