Conditions Stories
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Heart Attacks During Pregnancy Still Rare, but ...
Women who are pregnant, in labor, or postpartum can be at risk for a heart attack. -
Seeking Ways to Prevent a (Nearly) Preventable Cancer
The cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins are being studied to determine if they can prevent colorectal cancer. -
An MRI Can Find Tumors in Dense Breast Tissue
Women with dense breast tissue are at higher risk for breast cancer - but the dense tissue can make it harder to find the tumors. This is where a fast MRI would be of benefit. -
In Study, Cancer Patients Report Symptoms in Real Time
Real-time connection systems could improve patient care for people being treated for cancer. -
It May Be Harder to Get a Flu Vaccine This Year
You may need to wait a bit longer to get your flu shot this year. Demand is high. -
Vitamin D Is Essential, And Here’s Why
Vitamin D is an essential vitamin from childhood right up through adulthood. This Q&A answers some questions about vitamin D. -
Preventing Injury Using Smart Textiles
Smart technology is now wearable. Sensor-equipped textiles have one purpose: to alert the wearer of imminent injury. -
Artificially Sweetened Drinks May Not Be Heart-Friendly
Artificially sweetened beverages might be heart-healthy, according to a new study. -
Youth With Diabetes: Fixing the Problem. Part 2
In part 2 of this 2-part series, read about how we can help children manage or prevent type 2 diabetes. -
Youth With Diabetes Face Life-Long Issues. Part 1
Type 2 diabetes in children is more common and and it causes more complications than ever before. This is part 1 of a 2-part series. -
Doing 'em Right Makes the Difference - Kegel Exercises
Urinary incontinence affects nearly half of the women over 50. -
Autistic Children Use More Healthcare Services In Infancy
Infant children on the spectrum use two to three times more healthcare services than average one year olds, a new study finds.
