Healthy Living

Treatment protects mice from Zika during pregnancy, study finds

A new study of the Zika virus in mice raises hope for a way to protect pregnant women and their babies from the possible repercussions of being infected, U.S. researchers said on Monday.

9 things men should know about testosterone replacement therapy

Although he initially chalked up his symptoms to age, Wayne Masse decided to see his doctor about the fatigue, depression, hot flashes and sexual problems he had been dealing with.

Kids with sleep apnea more likely to have depression

As a teenager, John* struggled with severe anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts.

Quarterback severely injured in boating accident scores touchdown with help of teammates

Xavier Johnson was the star quarterback at Sunlake High School in Land O’ Lakes, Florida, when a tubing accident in May 2015 left him with a traumatic brain injury .

Idaho mom loses custody of children after giving daughter marijuana butter to relieve seizures

In early October, 3-year-old Madyson began suffering from seizures and hallucinations after coming off of a prescription anti-psychotic medication that was being used to treat a history of seizures.

Tebow reveals dad's Parkinson's disease diagnosis

Tim Tebow said his father’s diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease has served as a reality check for the former NFL quarterback turned minor league baseball player.

Adding music to pain meds may reduce pain

As a complement to traditional pain relief tools like medication, listening to music may lessen acute or chronic pain related to cancer and other conditions, according to a new review.

Senior drivers taking opioid painkillers have higher crash risk

Seniors who get behind the wheel soon after starting to use narcotic pain relievers have twice the risk of getting into a serious car crash as their peers who use non-opioid painkillers, Swedish researchers say.

Do the benefits of real friendships translate online?

A person's Facebook activity might be a window into their health and even predict their odds of dying in the short term, a new study suggests.

Dinner with TV may be a recipe for less healthy meals

Families that eat dinner with the TV on tend to eat less healthy food and to enjoy the meals less than families who leave the TV off, according to a recent U.S. study.