Medical News

Westchester Medical Center will pay $18.8 million to settle a federal lawsuit involving allegations that the New York hospital directly violated the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Stark Law in its dealings with Cardiology...

The U.S. is making progress against some common pathogens causing foodborne illnesses, but others are on the rise, a federal report says. Contaminated food sickens thousands every year, the CDC says.

Basal and squamous cell skin cancers may be reduced or prevented by the consumption of one form of vitamin B3. Should everyone start taking the supplements?

People who quit tobacco easily have higher activity levels between two areas of the brain, a new study concludes. So, how can this finding help others quit the habit?

The Allen Institute launches the Allen Cell Types Database. The move is a step closer to mapping the brain.

Researchers are working on a flu shot that can offer protection for life. A universal flu shot will eliminate the need of getting a flu jab every year.

Dairy Queen joins McDonald's, Burger King and Wendy's in removing soda in kids' menus, addressing requests from organizations worried about fast food's effects on children.

The U.S. egg farming industry hit hard with avian flu. The latest bird flu outbreak has resulted in millions of birds being culled and disposed.

AA Poultry Processing of Wisconsin is recalling an estimated 2,000 pounds of chicken and turkey meat after discovering that the products may have been contaminated by an industrial-grade disinfectant.

Engaging in at least 30 minutes of exercise per day six times a week was found to be associated with reduced risk of death in elderly men. The effect was so beneficial it was comparable to the effects of quitting smoking...

Public health experts have warned other rural communities of the recent Indiana HIV outbreak. Needle-sharing has been identified as the root cause of the 153 positive cases Indiana's drug-fueled HIV outbreak.

After Blue Bell Creameries made a voluntary recall of all its products, enterprising individuals with stashes of the company's ice cream are selling them on Craigslist. Some fetch as high as $10,000.

Title: Researchers Hone in on Genes Linked to Serious Blood InfectionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Even Treated Depression May Raise Stroke RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Pregnancy Doesn't Make General Surgery More Dangerous: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Ebola Not Mutating Beyond 'Normal' Rate, Scientists SayCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Money May Convince Smokers to QuitCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Common Sports, Hobbies Often Popular Among People With AutismCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Health Tip: Cutting Down on Cholesterol in Kids' DietsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: ERs See Spike in Narcotic Painkiller Abuse CasesCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: Health Tip: Care for Your MattressCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM

Title: 'Medical Marijuana' Pill Falls Short in Dementia StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/14/2015 12:00:00 AM