A new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that one in 110 children in the United States had autism in 2006.
Certain kinds of alcohol have more congeners, which can cause hangovers. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains.
A new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that one in 110 children in the United States had autism in 2006.
Certain kinds of alcohol have more congeners, which can cause hangovers. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains.
What are my options for a nutritious breakfast? Cereal doesn't feel healthy any more, and neither does a "bacon, egg and cheese." What should I eat to stay healthy and fit ?
Researchers say they've cracked the genetic codes for melanoma and lung cancer. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
As holiday revelers lift their glasses at office parties and New Year's bashes, they may want to keep one rule of thumb in mind: the darker the liquor, the bigger the hangover.
Some school cafeterias are putting more vegetarian items on the menu, as CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
If you've just had your first heart attack, doctors may one day be able to reverse the damage done with stem cell therapy.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta says new research shows Americans are living even longer than previously thought.
Take these steps to keep foodborne illness away from your holiday party. Susan Hendricks reports.
The Weight Watchers "Lose for Good" campaign encourages people to donate a pound of food for every pound they lose.
Seven months into her pregnancy with her fourth child, Joy Szabo's obstetrician gave her some news she didn't want to hear: Because she'd had a previous Caesarean section, the hospital where she planned to deliver was insisting she have another one.
A third of women deliver via Caesarean section. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen has tips for how to ask for a vaginal birth.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks at what the current version of the Senate health care bill contains.
How does the proposed health bill affect people in certain situations? CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
The World Health Organization (WHO) held a "side event" for public health officials in Copenhagen, Thursday, in an effort to put public health at the center of the climate-change debate.
The entire genetic codes of two common types of cancer have been cracked, according to scientists, who say the breakthrough could unlock a new era in the treatment of deadly diseases.
An experimental system is letting a paralyzed man turn his thoughts into the beginnings of real-time speech, according to researchers.
Does double dipping contaminate the food? We go Beyond the Surface to find out.
Growing up in Southern California, Holly Morrell and her brother, Eric, had no closer friends than their cousins Kyle, Mitchell and Desiree. Holly's father, Chuck, and his twin brother, Gary, were the famous "Touchdown Twins," stars at Downey High School in Modesto and then Washington State University. After a brief stint in pro football, Chuck became an actor and film producer. Gary was a sports broadcaster.
Once someone has shingles, after the infection clears, should he get the shingles vaccination to prevent recurrences?
One of the five manufacturers supplying H1N1 vaccine to the United States is recalling hundreds of thousands of flu shots because they aren't as potent as they should be.
Some special furry friends are helping children develop a love for reading. CNN's Susan Hendricks reports.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports on a recall of hundreds of thousands of doses of H1N1 vaccine.
Dr. Melina Jampolis, a physician nutrition specialist, answers your diet and fitness questions.
Michelle Wright reports on a new study that shows coffee and tea may prevent type 2 diabetes.
Howard Selekman knew he had been attracted to men since he was 8, but in his 20s he still planned to marry a woman and have children with her. When he brought his fiancee to see his psychiatrist, the young woman was optimistic, even though she knew Selekman was gay.
My husband, age 39, was diagnosed with manic depression/bipolar disorder approximately two years ago. He suffers from recurrent bouts of depression and is currently in a depressive phase. He does not have very many manic phases at all. His short-term memory is getting progressively worse. Lately he cannot seem to remember how to get to places that he had just visited two or three days before. This has happened three times in the past week alone. Is there a correlation between recurrent bouts of depression and memory loss? I would question the medications as a factor, but he has not changed meds in many months and the episodes of memory loss have been in recent weeks. I would appreciate any information you can give me, as the primary caregiver you can imagine that this whole ordeal is very difficult.
Her death made headlines around the world: Samantha Clowe, a 34-year-old British woman, died suddenly this fall from a previously undiagnosed heart condition. At the time of her death, Clowe was following a plan called LighterLife, a very low-calorie diet designed to help obese and severely obese patients lose weight.
Most sexually active unmarried young adults believe pregnancy should be planned, but about half do not use contraception regularly, according to a study published Tuesday.
No one doubts that the most high-profile health crisis of 2009 was the unexpected outbreak of H1N1 -- the swine flu virus that has claimed almost 10,000 lives, according to the World Health Organization.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about new studies indicating the radiation risk from CT scans is higher than thought.
Having PTSD is hard enough for all veterans, but when it comes to treating it, women face hurdles men simply don't.
CNN's Kyra Phillips follows up on a report about school lunch meat standards with Baltimore schools' nutrition director.
Holidays often mean cookies -- and calories. Here's a way to keep the flavor but trim some of the fat in one tasty treat.
Renee Patterson's most precious present this Christmas won't be under her tree, and it didn't come from a store. This holiday, she said, she got her life back.
Having diabetes doesn't mean having to eat a spartan diet of bland, tasteless foods. But it does mean you have to pay close attention to portion control. Learn why some of the common myths about diabetic diets are not exactly true and what steps you can take to control diabetes.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen explains a loophole in proposed health care legislation.
Life was good for Kenny Sparks. A handsome man with a big smile, he was well-known in his town of Little Compton, Rhode Island. He had a loving wife, two beautiful, college-age children and was the co-owner of a multimillion-dollar contracting business.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on a new donor networking program that is helping people who urgently need kidneys.
I'm 28 and noticed my hair has started thinning out. My father is completely bald, and nobody on my mother's side is. For the first time this week, I can see my scalp through my hair. If I could simply keep the hair I have, I would be happy. What alternatives to drugs can you give me? I've done enough research to know that baldness is caused by DHT and have seen a lot of "DHT Blockers" on the Internet. Are there any vitamins I can take, shampoos I can use or foods to cut out of my diet that will help? I would prefer to use something that I didn't have to use every day simply from a cost standpoint. Thanks!
A man in the prime of his life suddenly has difficulty communicating due to a rare disease. Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
A new audit raises questions about the FDA's ability to protect the U.S. food supply. CNN's Mary Snow reports.
The number of H1N1-related deaths more than doubled from October to November. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
Breast cancer survivors who have just a few alcoholic drinks per week are more likely than women who drink little or no alcohol to see their breast cancer return, according to research presented today at an annual meeting of breast cancer specialists.
I am a type 2 diabetic. My glucose levels are tightly controlled with diet and exercise (no medication). Otherwise I am in good condition. I would like to run a marathon, but I have questions about appropriate nutritional options. The typical high-carb diet of many runners probably isn't a good option for me. I haven't been able to find any useful info on the Internet. Can you provide any advice or links to helpful sites?
Doctors have known for years that a woman's risk of developing heart disease rises after menopause, but they weren't exactly sure why. It wasn't clear whether the increased risk is due to the hormonal changes associated with menopause, to aging itself, or to some combination of the two.
CNN's Gerri Willis talks about ways to maximize your health care dollars before the end of the year.
A new study links consumption of alcohol with a recurrance of breast cancer. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
Barbara Campbell, blind for most of her life, can now see shapes and sense light, thanks to an artificial retina.
How do you avoid the guilt and disappointment of scaling back this holiday season? CNN's Christi Paul reports.
As a thick, gray haze began to descend over the words in her schoolbooks, and eventually the faces of loved ones, Barbara Campbell barely grasped that she was going blind.
When Argentine beauty queen Solange Magnano approached Dr. Guillermo Blugerman in 2004 about helping her achieve a flatter stomach, the plastic surgeon says, he obliged with liposuction. But when she returned five years later requesting silicone injections for a higher, firmer rear end, he turned her away.
Susan Hendricks reports on the possible link between alcohol and breast cancer reoccurrence.
The EPA vows tougher enforcement to ensure safe drinking water, but is met with skepticism. CNN's Mary Snow reports.
Recent rainfall has brought new vegetation to parts of Kenya that haven't seen rain for years, but aid workers say it's too little, too late to undo the damage caused by years of drought.
Should young children get heart screenings? A new experiment is being done on kids and the results are stunning.
HLN's Richelle Carey has Your Views on whether it's ethical for people to technologically choose their baby's gender.
Psychological trauma may leave a visible trace in a child's brain, scientists say.
Catching asthma early is the key to keeping it under control as CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports in today's Health Minute.
What is your knowledge of Schamberg's disease, and are you aware of any cures for it?
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Following the death of a former Miss Argentina after complications arising from plastic surgery, questions are being raised about the risks of cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Jennifer Shu answers parents' medical questions for children and addresses adults' concerns.
Dr. Lynn Baxter gives some tips on the correct way to perform a breast self-exam.
Women with breast cancer who eat more soy are less likely to die or have a recurrence of cancer than women who eat few or no soy products, according to a new study.
In the rare cases when the H1N1 virus kills, scientists have found, it penetrates deep into the lungs, creating widespread damage -- a pattern similar to what killed millions during previous flu pandemics in 1918 and 1957.
A study finds that the H1N1 fall/winter flu season may not be as severe as once predicted. CNN's Susan Hendricks reports.
A baby diagnosed with autism overcomes the odds and grows into a healthy teenager. CNN's Kiran Chetry reports.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how a warming planet could be hazardous to your health.
Jordan Pittard, 14, remembers feeling anxious about his father being deployed with the U.S. Army in Iraq from 2006 to 2007. His mother, Lucille, a teacher, admits struggling to have enough time to work, take care of the house and talk enough to her kids.
I am 26 years old and have had four major depressive episodes. I did not seek treatment until the last (and worst) episode and have since been taking two different antidepressants.
New cancer cases and mortality rates linked to the disease have fallen significantly in recent years for almost all gender and ethnic groups in the United States, researchers said Monday.
People who take antidepressants such as Paxil often say they feel less stressed and more outgoing, lively, and confident. Now a new study suggests it's not just because they're less depressed.
Genetic screening techniques that allow parents to choose their children's gender are now more accurate than ever and are becoming increasingly mainstream, but experts are divided over whether the technology should be used in this way.
Genetic screening techniques that allow parents to choose their children's gender are now more accurate than ever and are becoming increasingly mainstream, but experts are divided over whether the technology should be used in this way.
Combining exercise with video games, called 'exer-gaming,' is being used to help Parkinson's patients.
CNN's Kitty Pilgrim reports how the timing of parents talking about sex has a big effect on adolescents' sexual activity.
Restrictions limiting the H1N1 flu vaccine to high-risk groups could be lifted in many U.S. states now that production of the vaccine has increased, state health officials said Monday.
An NIH report shows screening and early detection have a big pay-off in the fight against cancer. Elizabeth Cohen reports.
A Navy veteran who was denied colon cancer screenings because he was too young now has stage four colon cancer.
She was folding laundry when the call came at 5 a.m. After she hung up the phone, Dr. Carol Greider went upstairs to wake her children. She had to tell them, even if it meant getting them out of bed early.
There are a growing number of smartphone applications aimed at assisting medical professionals or improving personal health.
A study shows long deployments create anxiety for many kids with parents in the military. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
Dr. Carol Greider, a single mom, has joined an exclusive club: Nobel Prize winner. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta has her story.
Researchers study brain waves of kids, hoping to unlock the mysteries of autism. CNN's Kiran Chetry reports.
A study finds 40 percent of kids are having sex before parents talk with them about it. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
How many diagnosed cases of the chickenpox were there in 2008 compared with 1994, the year before the vaccine was introduced?
The U.S. government warned consumers Sunday to avoid oysters from San Antonio Bay in Texas after investigators found the oysters caused a highly contagious virus.
More than 20,000 pounds of beef have been recalled by a California company amid worries the meat is linked to two cases of salmonella, a federal food safety agency said.
Should a man have to choose between his golf drive and his sex drive?
These days, Becky Griggs starts her morning well before the sun comes up, in time to meet her clients at the gym at 5:30. It's a big change from six years ago, when she was 352 pounds and, as she calls it, engaged in a "slow form of suicide."
A Houston cardiologist wants routine heart screenings for sixth graders. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
These days, Becky Griggs starts her morning well before the sun comes up, in time to meet her clients at the gym at 5:30. It's a big change from six years ago, when she was 352 pounds and, as she calls it, engaged in a "slow form of suicide."
Have you ever felt cut off from other people, even if there are plenty around you? Maybe you felt all alone in the world, but you were making other people feel lonely without even realizing it.
Henry Molaison, known as H.M. in scientific literature, was perhaps the most famous patient in all of brain science in the 20th century.
Hayli Murphy hears her mother's cell phone ring, and she bounces off the couch to get it. Watching her run around, it's hard to believe that just a few weeks ago, the 9-year-old was heavily sedated in a pediatric intensive care unit, a ventilator doing the job her lungs -- ravaged by H1N1 flu -- could no longer do.
I have breast cancer and have been through surgery (lumpectomy). Most recently, I have had radiation. Now that it's over, I am wondering if I should take a vitamin, and if so, what would be a good vitamin for me?
Chris Edwards' fever spiked at 104 degrees this fall before he was sent home from Frostburg State University in western Maryland to recuperate from the H1N1 flu.
South Africa's President Jacob Zuma announced new policies to tackle the country's AIDS epidemic on Tuesday.
Although fewer people are smoking -- and therefore less likely to die from cigarette-related causes -- the obesity epidemic may negate any gains in life span, according to a new study.
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