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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to take a second look at the weight loss pill Qnexa on Wednesday, after initially rejecting it because of concerns about heart problems and possible birth defects. More>>
Breast cancers in women aged 40 to 49 that are diagnosed by mammograms have a better prognosis than those detected by doctors or the women themselves, a new study indicates. More>>
The Tennessee Department of Human Services reports receiving 2,500 calls Tuesday to a special hotline. More>>
Vanderbilt Emergency Medicine residents are reaping the rewards of a talented music video. More>>
Deaths from liver-destroying hepatitis C are on the rise, and new data shows baby boomers especially should take heed - they are most at risk. More>>
Some people who get sick during the winter think they have the flu, but might actually have a different illness. Many get the contagious "Norovirus," and getting a flu shot can't protect you from it. Doctors More>>
The loss of a loved one can trigger deep emotional turmoil, but is the grief that follows a normal part of being human or is it a form of mental illness in need of diagnosis and treatment? More>>
Although it has been a mild flu season so far, the sniffling and sneezing are slowly but surely making their way across the U.S. More>>
About 27 million Americans aged 50 and older have lost some of their hearing and could benefit from a hearing aid, a new study finds. More>>
A U.S. survey reveals that in states that don't require driver's education before getting a license, about one-third of students skip driver's ed classes and more than half fail to undergo any formal behind-the-wheel training. More>>
When applying lipstick - or puckering up to made-up lips - you might have more to worry about than stained teeth. More>>
While many are buying their sweethearts flowers, chocolate, or maybe jewelry on Valentine's Day, one man is giving his girlfriend the gift of life. More>>
New research confirms the trend of disturbing headlines that have appeared in media reports in the past two years: More>>
It was just about three years ago that a strange new strain of flu first appeared in Mexico, then spread across the border to the United States and eventually much of the globe. More>>
Potatoes are a great source potassium, fiber and vitamin C, but many popular recipes also load on the calories. More>>
Many doctors may be less than honest with their patients, a new survey finds. Survey found one in 10 lied, many painted too rosy a prognosis. More>>
More and more U.S. adults are being told by their doctor to get out and exercise, according to government survey released Thursday. More>>
Drinking a lot of soft drinks may increase the risk for asthma and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new study suggests. More>>
Potentially dangerous blood clots in the legs known as deep venous thromboses (DVTs) got the nickname "economy class syndrome" from widely publicized incidents involving passengers on long-haul flights. More>>
Getting and staying physically fit might help fend off heart disease even if you've put on a few pounds, new research suggests. More>>
If you want to spend some intimate time with your partner, why not use an aphrodisiac to help get things going? Here are some of the best natural aphrodisiacs and how they help get you and your partner revved up. More>>
The answer to help you improve memory is quite simple, really - vitamins. Here are seven vitamins that can help cure your forgetful woes. More>>
Some of the big hits in this year's Super Bowl are actually going to help doctors learn more about head injuries. More>>
Online dating has upended traditional matchmaking, new research suggests, with more would-be suitors embracing the notion that Mr. or Ms. Right may only be a click away. More>>
A series of specific "yes" or "no" questions could help doctors distinguish between people who have normal memory loss that comes with age and those with a condition known as amnestic mild cognitive impairment. More>>
The amount of sunlight you are exposed to might play a part in determining your stroke risk, new research suggests. More>>
Millions of dollars are spent each year on medication aimed at curbing depression, but there is a new device that is not only helping people but curing them altogether. More>>
The American Academy of Pediatrics is recommending that all boys between the ages of 11 and 12 receive the three-dose vaccine for the human papillomavirus (HPV). More>>
A professor at Vanderbilt University says many people are unaware or afraid of surgical weight loss. More>>
Breast cancers in women aged 40 to 49 that are diagnosed by mammograms have a better prognosis than those detected by doctors or the women themselves, a new study indicates. More>>
Watching a lot of movies that feature alcohol doubles the likelihood that young teens will start drinking, and these teens are more likely to progress to binge drinking, according to a new study. More>>
New studies show that children struggling with their gender identity also face higher risks for abuse and mental health problems, including post-traumatic stress disorder. More>>
It was just about three years ago that a strange new strain of flu first appeared in Mexico, then spread across the border to the United States and eventually much of the globe. More>>
Many doctors may be less than honest with their patients, a new survey finds. Survey found one in 10 lied, many painted too rosy a prognosis. More>>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration plans to take a second look at the weight loss pill Qnexa on Wednesday, after initially rejecting it because of concerns about heart problems and possible birth defects. More>>
The loss of a loved one can trigger deep emotional turmoil, but is the grief that follows a normal part of being human or is it a form of mental illness in need of diagnosis and treatment? More>>
In children as young as 6 months old, changes in the brain that can lead to autism spectrum disorder may have already begun, preliminary research suggests. More>>
Doing away with the U.S. health care reform act's requirement that all Americans must have health insurance would not dramatically increase the cost of buying policies through new insurance exchanges, but would significantly reduce the number of people who get insurance. More>>
About 7.5 million American children under the age of 18 live with a parent who's struggled with alcohol abuse over the past year, a new government report finds. More>>
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