How we discipline our kids has changed, at least according to moms A long-range study on how parents discipline their kids shows a clear trend: spanking is down and time-outs are up.
Blood pressure, cholesterol drugs fail to slow cognitive decline: study Taking medicines to lower blood pressure and cholesterol failed to prevent cognitive and functional declines in older adults with moderate risk of heart disease, according to results of a clinical trial presented on Sunday.
Drugmakers improve access for poor, GSK ranked top The world's top drugmakers have improved access to medicines in developing countries but still need to do more to make a wider range of products affordable, according to a report on Monday.
12 ways to manage diabetes during pregnancy A healthy pregnancy is a priority for every mother-to-be, but for women who have diabetes, including those who are diagnosed with gestational diabetes, their health care can become more complex.
Pfizer's Celebrex shown to be as safe as ibuprofen or naproxen: study Pfizer Inc's Celebrex arthritis drug was shown to be at least as safe as the widely used prescription-strength versions of painkillers ibuprofen and naproxen, and does not appear to cause heart problems that spurred the withdrawal of rival Vioxx, according to a large 10-year study presented on Sunday.
5-year-old cancer victim honored with NASCAR-themed funeral A NASCAR racer and several drivers’ crew members paid tribute to a North Carolina boy who died last week after battling leukemia.
Marine grandparents devote retirement to sick grandson Retired Marines Cindy and James Hufford took on an unexpected role when they stepped in to raise their 2-year-old grandson, who suffers from numeours medical issues.
Community gifts paralyzed football player a wheelchair-accessible van At the blow of a whistle, Jasiel Favors collided head-to-head with another football player.
It's not all in the genes: Clean living can cut heart risks Clean living can slash your risk for heart disease even if your genes are heavily stacked against you.
Trump win fuels donations, IUD demand at Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood is reporting a spike in donations and demand for long-acting contraceptives since Donald Trump's election as U.S. president while abortion foes hope to gain momentum in their quest to cut public funding to the women's health organization.
