Healthy Living

Drug company-sponsored meals tied to more prescriptions

Doctors who received even one free meal from a pharmaceutical salesperson were more likely than others to prescribe the drug being promoted, even when a generic equivalent was available, according to a new study.

Childhood cancer survivors have lasting health problems even with newer treatments

Despite advances that have made treatments safer and more effective, childhood cancer survivors don't appear to have experienced gains in long-term health outcomes, a new study suggests.

7 people sickened by fumes at Boston school

Seven people including one child were taken to a hospital after a phone charger emitted fumes at a Boston school for children with special needs.

Planned early births tied to developmental problems in kids

Children born in deliveries planned just a week before the end of a typical pregnancy may be more likely to experience health, learning and behavior issues by the time they're ready for school than kids born at full term, a study suggests.

Young brains and anesthesia: Big study suggests minimal risks

Anesthesia during early childhood surgery poses little risk for intelligence and academics later on, the largest study of its kind suggests.

WHO doubles recommended number of health visits during pregnancy

The World Health Organization revised guidelines on antenatal care on Monday, saying pregnant women should have twice as many contacts with health providers - eight - as it recommended previously.

Kids who use flavored e-cigs more likely to want to try cigarettes

U.S. kids who use flavored e-cigarettes more often intend to start smoking traditional cigarettes than kids who did not use flavored vapes, according to a 2014 national survey.

'Return-to-Learn' laws may not help students after concussions

Eight U.S states have laws requiring schools to give students extra help after a concussion, but a new study suggests these efforts may stop short of giving kids the support they need to succeed.

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.