Expert offers tips on protecting small passengers from heat-related tragedies
Heat contributes to nearly one-third of those deaths, report finds
Study shows a benefit, but that tapers off after 5 servings per day
Timing of arrival at ER affects how quickly an angioplasty is done, research shows
Just 5 to 10 minutes a day seems to bring benefits, study says
Preventing older people from developing additional illnesses may boost life expectancy, researcher says
Odds of dying prematurely 50 percent higher in adults who'd lost a parent in childhood, researchers report
And women tend to fare worse than men, study finds
Deaths from AIDS-related causes, heart disease and liver disease have all dropped
Overuse of these drugs in hospice patients raises concerns about side effects, other issues
But, rate of brain attacks among those younger than 65 unchanged
Men with both conditions have worse survival odds, study contends
As weight climbs, so do related deaths from heart disease, diabetes and cancer, researchers say
And when they take drugs, chances of serious health outcomes rise even higher, researchers report
Study also found those who died from drinking-related causes lost roughly 30 years of life
Irregular heartbeat that causes some attacks is often tough to detect, doctors say
In rare instances, reactions are potentially life-threatening, agency says
Marijuana more common among younger drivers, prescription drugs among older drivers
Swedish study found those patients were half as likely to die within two years
Warmer weather puts them at risk of heat stroke, other dangers, expert says
But experts say women still need risks, benefits spelled out
But experts aren't sure that vitamin D is responsible for lower risk of dying from heart disease, cancer
Family relationships can feel obligatory, not reduce stress, researcher explains
They faced a death rate nearly twice as high as soldiers in Iraq, Afghanistan, researchers report
Study found it was associated with spread of disease, raised death risk
Other experts dispute the study's conclusions
Experts offer tips on how to avoid accidental overdose, addiction
Risk of PTSD was greatest threat after a traumatic loss, researchers report
Survey found nearly a third of health-care providers lacked confidence to discuss the topic with patients
Instead, 'acute' illnesses like pneumonia or sheer frailty bring about the end for the very old, study finds
But azithromycin boosted chances of heart attack slightly in this vulnerable population
They didn't die sooner, had better quality of life than those who kept taking cholesterol drugs, researchers say
Discrepancy seen between their personal views, what they order for patients, researchers report
Poor mental health can affect longevity as much or more than heavy smoking, study finds
Research shows a spike in such deaths during the housing crisis of the 'Great Recession'
However, physicians should look for depression in their patients, governmental task force notes
Study finds the potentially dangerous bacteria can exist for up to 14 months in the product
Treating these dangerous conditions also uses up a fifth of hospital expenditures, researchers found
Study also found heightened odds for heart trouble in patients taking benzodiazepine sleep aids
Doctors have had little to offer patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Men with 2 or more defects have more than double the risk of dying early, study suggests
Study found younger, obese patients with estrogen receptor-positive disease were more likely to die
Study finds link between checkups and lower death rates from the dangerous skin cancer
Social stress seems to increase the risk for an early demise
Study found an association but didn't prove the nighttime breathing disorder caused the higher risk
Statistics show drop in fatalities last year, but poor riding weather, not better safety, may be reason why
Canadian review found increased death rate compared to patients readmitted to same hospital within 30 days
Finding highlights need for additional penalties for those convicted of drunk driving with a child passenger, MADD says
Modifiable risk factors could help combat scourges like heart disease, cancer, CDC says
Grip strength, ability to rise from chair and standing balance measured