Low Vitamin D in Pregnancy Linked to Language Problems in ChildrenCompare
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:02:51 EST
Women who have low levels of vitamin D in their blood during pregnancy increase their odds of having a child with language problems.

Women who have low levels of vitamin D in their blood during pregnancy increase their odds of having a child with language problems.

Overeating May Raise Risk for Memory ProblemsCompare
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:05:50 EST
Older adults who eat between 2,100 and 6,000 calories each day are twice as likely to develop memory problems.

Older adults who eat between 2,100 and 6,000 calories each day are twice as likely to develop memory problems.

Chinese Herb Targets Immune SystemCompare
Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:02:36 EST
A new discovery about a 2,000-year-old Chinese herbal remedy derived from the roots of the blue evergreen hydrangea may pave the way for a new generation of more targeted treatments for autoimmune disorders.

A new discovery about a 2,000-year-old Chinese herbal remedy derived from the roots of the blue evergreen hydrangea may pave the way for a new generation of more targeted treatments for autoimmune disorders.

Adele's Grammy Comeback After Vocal Cord SurgeryCompare
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:35:06 EST
To better understand the procedure Adele underwent and the reasons for it, WebMD spoke with Gerald Berke, MD, director of the UCLA Voice Center for Medicine and the Arts. Berke, a head and neck surgeon, did not treat Adele.

To better understand the procedure Adele underwent and the reasons for it, WebMD spoke with Gerald Berke, MD, director of the UCLA Voice Center for Medicine and the Arts. Berke, a head and neck surgeon, did not treat Adele.

Eat Your Way to a Spicier Sex LifeCompare
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:32:42 EST
Researchers say the smell, taste, and even appearance of certain foods can act as potent aphrodisiacs that not only get you in the mood for love, but also may even make you a better flirt and lover.

Researchers say the smell, taste, and even appearance of certain foods can act as potent aphrodisiacs that not only get you in the mood for love, but also may even make you a better flirt and lover.

Treating Sleep Apnea in Kids Improves Behavior, Quality of LifeCompare
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:06:39 EST
New research shows that air pressure masks worn at night can improve quality of life and behavior issues in children with sleep apnea.

New research shows that air pressure masks worn at night can improve quality of life and behavior issues in children with sleep apnea.

Chemo May Not Harm Unborn BabyCompare
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:34:16 EST
A new study shows little evidence that exposure to chemotherapy in the womb in the second and third trimesters leads to health problems or developmental delays in childhood.

A new study shows little evidence that exposure to chemotherapy in the womb in the second and third trimesters leads to health problems or developmental delays in childhood.

C-Sections Not Always Best for Small BabiesCompare
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:12:42 EST
Babies in the womb who are smaller than they should be have higher rates of breathing problems when delivered early by C-section vs. similar babies who are born vaginally, a new study shows.

Babies in the womb who are smaller than they should be have higher rates of breathing problems when delivered early by C-section vs. similar babies who are born vaginally, a new study shows.

Toothbrushes: When to Replace Them, Where to Keep ThemCompare
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:17:22 EST
Your toothbrush may be nastier than you think. Find out when to replace it.

Your toothbrush may be nastier than you think. Find out when to replace it.

Can Toddlers Be Overweight?Compare
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:47:19 EST
Worried about your toddler’s weight? Child obesity and weight gain in children is something to talk about now with your pediatrician.

Worried about your toddler’s weight? Child obesity and weight gain in children is something to talk about now with your pediatrician.

CDC: Doctors Increasingly Prescribe ExerciseCompare
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:02:11 EST
A new report from the CDC shows that more patients are getting prescriptions for exercise from their doctors.

A new report from the CDC shows that more patients are getting prescriptions for exercise from their doctors.

Osteoporosis Medication Linked to Unusual Thigh FracturesCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:33:42 EST
Some drugs used to strengthen bones may increase the risk of an unusual type of fracture if patients take them on a long-term basis for multiple years, a new study shows.

Some drugs used to strengthen bones may increase the risk of an unusual type of fracture if patients take them on a long-term basis for multiple years, a new study shows.

Some Men May Inherit a Higher Risk of Heart Disease From DadCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:30:14 EST
Move over, estrogen. There's a new theory that helps explain why men are more likely than women to get heart disease.

Move over, estrogen. There's a new theory that helps explain why men are more likely than women to get heart disease.

Tai Chi Improves Symptoms of Parkinson’s DiseaseCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:05:08 EST
Tai chi, a kind of exercise that guides the body through gentle, flowing poses, may help some of the worst physical problems of Parkinson’s disease, a new study shows.

Tai chi, a kind of exercise that guides the body through gentle, flowing poses, may help some of the worst physical problems of Parkinson’s disease, a new study shows.

Doctors’ Honesty Put to the TestCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:01:36 EST
Is your doctor always telling you the truth? Maybe not, according to a survey on doctor honesty. More than 1,800 doctors nationwide answered anonymously.

Is your doctor always telling you the truth? Maybe not, according to a survey on doctor honesty. More than 1,800 doctors nationwide answered anonymously.

Would You Like to ‘Downsize’ That?Compare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:01:36 EST
Forget “supersize” that. Tulane University marketing professor Janet Schwartz, PhD, would like fast-food restaurants to instead ask their customers if they’d like to “downsize” that.

Forget “supersize” that. Tulane University marketing professor Janet Schwartz, PhD, would like fast-food restaurants to instead ask their customers if they’d like to “downsize” that.

FIT Connection for Parents: MoveCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:29:38 EST
Why does activity matter for a healthy lifestyle? The choices you make about exercising affect your eating, emotions, and energy, too.

Why does activity matter for a healthy lifestyle? The choices you make about exercising affect your eating, emotions, and energy, too.

FIT Connection for Parents: MoodCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:17:17 EST
Why do emotions matter for a healthy lifestyle? How you feel affects your eating, exercising, and energy, too.

Why do emotions matter for a healthy lifestyle? How you feel affects your eating, exercising, and energy, too.

Gene Therapy Helps People With Inherited Blindness SeeCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:20:03 EST
Functionally blind for many years, Tami Morehouse calls the gene therapy that partially restored her sight nothing short of a miracle.

Functionally blind for many years, Tami Morehouse calls the gene therapy that partially restored her sight nothing short of a miracle.

FIT Connection for Parents: FoodCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:56:10 EST
Why does eating matter for a healthy lifestyle and weight control? The choices you make about what you eat affect your exercising, emotions, and energy, too.

Why does eating matter for a healthy lifestyle and weight control? The choices you make about what you eat affect your exercising, emotions, and energy, too.

The FIT Connection for ParentsCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:05:43 EST
Eating, exercise, emotions, and energy link together in a healthy, fit lifestyle.

Eating, exercise, emotions, and energy link together in a healthy, fit lifestyle.

Understanding the FIT Platform for ParentsCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:54:33 EST
Living a fit life is about more than just exercise. Food, mood, exercise, and rest all play a role in fitness and a healthy weight. The FIT Platform explains.

Living a fit life is about more than just exercise. Food, mood, exercise, and rest all play a role in fitness and a healthy weight. The FIT Platform explains.

Dealing With Bullies: Survival SkillsCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:26:28 EST
Being bullied hurts you both physically and emotionally. Experts offer advice and tips for overweight teens on what to do about bullying.

Being bullied hurts you both physically and emotionally. Experts offer advice and tips for overweight teens on what to do about bullying.

The Weight Loss Myth of Fad DietsCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:06:38 EST
"Dieting" doesn't work. At best, it’s a temporary fix. A healthy weight loss plan will help teens meet diet and weight loss goals -- and stay there.

"Dieting" doesn't work. At best, it’s a temporary fix. A healthy weight loss plan will help teens meet diet and weight loss goals -- and stay there.

FIT Connection for Teens: RechargeCompare
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:41:01 EST
Why does your energy level matter for a healthy lifestyle? How you rest and relax affects your eating, exercising, and emotions, too.

Why does your energy level matter for a healthy lifestyle? How you rest and relax affects your eating, exercising, and emotions, too.