In addition to the reduced risk of cancer or heart disease, people who follow a Mediterranean-type diet and lead an active lifestyle are seemingly less likely to suffer cognitive decline as they grow older.
My 9-year-old daughter experienced three episodes of chest pain after physical activity. The first was during soccer practice on a hot humid morning, the second at an indoor gym class, and again at soccer. She is in good general health, normal weight and regularly active. What could cause chest pain in someone so young?
Research into the long-term effects of hormone therapy found that women who were more physically active were less likely to suffer cognitive decline than those who exercised less often.
I am 36 weeks pregnant and was just diagnosed with mild/moderate tricuspid regurgitation. Will this affect my time or method of delivery?
My 11-year-old son has suffered excruciating, recurring stomach pain for nearly four years. What tests should I ask for?
I started taking Chantix two months ago. I'm worried about gaining weight. Is that one of the side effects?
A smoking-cessation study found that the combination of a nicotine patch and a nicotine lozenge achieved the best results.
People with schizophrenia are at greater risk of dying from heart disease. This may be caused by insufficient attention to a patient’s physical health, but some antipsychotic medications worsen the risk for diabetes and heart disease.
Government agencies are being tasked with developing regulations regarding implementation of the mental health parity law.
What might cause hair loss in a 12 year old African American male? Is hair loss common in pre-teen boys?