An estimated 250,000 such illnesses occur each year, CDC says
They face twice the risk of second cardiac event 1 to 2 years later
Rise of cities, risky behavior in west central Africa between 1884 and 1924 at root, study says
Preoperative use was well-tolerated without adverse respiratory effects, study finds
Restricted eaters gained too much or too little, study finds
Lab-made smell receptors could replace drug- and explosive-sniffing dogs, have medical uses
3 vaccinations just as effective as current 6 in forming antibodies, study finds
Taking more active role in their health helps patients stave off decline, study finds
Majority of children vaccinated against hepatitis B not at risk for the condition, study says
Heavier, longer infants more likely to develop disease as adults, study finds
Finding could lead to therapeutic applications for tumor progression in other cancers
Congressional report cites insufficient funding and resources
Sprains, fractures, turf toe most common injuries, but warm-ups, proper gear cut risks
In some countries, prevalence of infection may be as high as 40%, study suggests
But weight loss can ease the pain, study shows
Home, family, club activities appear to enhance creation of new brain cells, study finds
Hospital residents say poor transfers of care as serious as medication-related errors
Study cites benefits for type 2 patients seeking to avoid cardiovascular problems
Even non-daily puffers 16 times more likely to be hazardous drinkers, study says
Latest warning follows high-profile dosing errors
But group's survey finds fewer Americans taking this simple precaution
And officials are urging more Americans than ever before to get a shot this season
Resitance training in 60s, 70s wards off loss that weakens posture, balance, study says
Rat study finding could lead to human treatments that are effective, non-toxic
Finding could advance new drugs targeting blood cells surrounding tumors, study says
Gradual weight loss over 6 months showed no apparent harm, study finds
Fivefold difference in 10 North American sites
Difference is most pronounced among black women, study finds
More smoking, hypertension, diabetes may explain statistics, study says
The treatment had no effect in keeping the disease at bay, researchers say
Many abortions are among older mothers and minority women, report says
Having immediate relatives with tumors boosts one's risk for same, study says
Patients on statin medications 30% more likely to experience trouble, study finds
They face 69% increased risk for heart disease, 56% risk of ischemic stroke, study finds
Whether it's raking leaves or climbing ladders for repairs, work safe
But safety glasses can cut injury risk by 90%, vision expert says
Mouse study uncovers new class of hormones that could reverse obesity-related disease
Overprotective moms and dads need to learn when to let go, expert says
Producers must provide safety and efficacy data before market approval
Supplement use may be behind doubling of respiratory disease in last 25 years, study suggests
Partners are usually older boys with conduct problems, study says
Researchers say trabectedin showed promise in Phase III trial, hope for FDA approval
Biggest difference maker was repeated exposure through taste testing, study says
Finding backs 'hygiene hypothesis' that early exposure to germs confers protective effect
Study compared these formulations to long-acting insulin and other medications
Analysis finds comprehensive packages touted 3 times as often as stand-alone drug offerings
Prior history of mental health problems, sedative use contribute to risk, study says
When your child outgrows the car seat
Technique accurately found bleeding within walls of diseased carotid arteries
Young adults with the common congenital heart defect don't have worse outcomes, study says