An experimental procedure that uses radiofrequency energy to lower blood pressure may help millions of people with uncontrolled hypertension, a study suggests.
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Cyberbullying, sexting, and so-called Facebook depression are a few of the reasons parents should tune in to what their teens and tweens are doing on social networking sites, pediatricians say.
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The odds of survival for a woman treated for early-stage breast cancer are good, but many survivors worry about recurrence and communication difficulties appear to be a major contributor to this concern, a study shows.
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Parents should take their kids skills, interests, and overall physical and mental health into account before selecting a summer camp, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says in a revised policy statement.
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Crews found traces of plutonium in the soil outside of the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear complex on Monday, but officials insisted there was no threat to public health. One expert weighs in on the find. (March 28)
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With good care, teeth can last a lifetime. But the daily grind of chewing, brushing, and grinding can wear them down. Here’s how to protect your teeth.
Continue reading …The cause of psoriasis is largely a mystery, but it’s likely that interplay between genes and triggers is a big part of the story. Here’s what’s known.
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When babies get colic, stressed-out parents often will try almost any remedy, from herbal teas to sugary solutions or infant massage, to stop the constant crying. Now, a new analysis of these popular approaches finds little convincing evidence they work.
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Nicotine appears to be the main culprit responsible for high blood sugar levels in smokers with diabetes, according to new research.
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