Medical News

Title: U.S. News & World Report: Best HospitalsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Mothers-to-be may have their babies to blame for a poorly understood medical condition.

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Researchers are studying a new protein, TDP-43, that may be damaging cells needed to avoid memory loss and keep cognitive aptitude normal. But learning about the protein will not be easy or quick, say scientists.

AIDS-related deaths have fallen by a fifth in the past three years, standing at 1.5 million a year. South Africa and Ethiopia have particularly improved.

Studies presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Denmark showed that the incidence of Alzheimer's is declining in the U.S.and other developed countries. One study showed hints on how to reduce...

FDA approves Avastin for priority review, improves outlook on treatment. Roche Group's Genentech led study on 452 women with recurrent, persistent or metastatic types of cervical cancer.

You may not have found your best friend by chance. A new genetic analysis shows that people are more likely to forge friendship with those they share similar genes with.

U.N.'s Ban Ki-moon assured Haitians that he is committed to eradicate cholera in the country. Though he expressed sympathy, he still did not guarantee that victims will be compensated.

Title: Study: 1 in 3 Alzheimer's Cases 'Preventable'Category: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 11:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Teens, ATVs a Dangerous ComboCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 5:38:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Testicular Cancer Up Sharply Among Young Hispanics, Study FindsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 2:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Gays, Lesbians Face Certain Health Challenges, U.S. Report SaysCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Blood Thinners May Not Be Needed for Kids' Back SurgeryCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Omega-3s in Diet May Help Ward Off Lou Gehrig's DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Even Moderate Drinking Might Raise Odds for Irregular HeartbeatCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 4:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Men With Prostate Cancer May Not Always Get Best AdviceCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Babies' Brains Prep for Speech Long Before First Words Come OutCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Alzheimer's Rate Falling in the United States, Studies ShowCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 9:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: High Blood Pressure May Protect the Very Old From DementiaCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 12:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Your Genes May Help Pick Your FriendsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/14/2014 4:36:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM

Title: Health Tip: Watch for Warning Signs of ChokingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/15/2014 7:35:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/15/2014 12:00:00 AM