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6 Mistakes Men Make in Marriage

WebMD discusses six common mistakes men make in marriage and how changing these habits can make a big difference.

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Diabetes Patients May Have Higher Fracture Risk

Older people with type 2 diabetes may have a higher risk for fractures that those without diabetes, even though they tend to have less bone density loss as measured by bone mineral density testing.

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Study: Developmental Delay for Late Preterm Babies

Late preterm babies born from 34 to 36 weeks of pregnancy may be at an increased risk for modest developmental and academic problems up to age 7, when compared to babies born at full term, according to a new study.

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Expert Panel: Cell Phones Might Cause Brain Cancer

A prestigious WHO expert panel says “limited evidence” suggests cell phones are a possible cause of brain cancer. Until there’s more data, experts suggest texting or making hands-free calls.

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Flu Vaccine May Reduce Premature Birth Risk

Pregnant women who get a flu vaccine may be less likely to have a premature birth or deliver a baby of low birth weight during flu season.

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Pediatrics Group: Energy Drinks No Good for Kids

Children should never drink high-octane energy drinks and rarely need to drink sports drinks, according to a new position paper by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Brain Scans May Help Detect Autism

Brain scans known as functional MRIs may someday help in diagnosing autism, according to new research.

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Study: Stress Is Not Linked to MS Risk

Leading a stressful life isn’t likely to raise the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a new study.

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Oil Spill, Blast Hit Crippled Japan Nuke Plant

An oil spill and an explosion added to the woes of the operator of the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power plant Tuesday. Japan’s health minister ordered several workers away from their duties at the plant amid worries over radiation exposure. (May 31)

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Do Drug Labels Overdo Warnings?

WebMD reports on a new study about the many warnings on drug labels.

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