Health News

Depression Drugs Aren't Only for Sad People
Research has already shown that drugs for treating depression can help people recover after a stroke. Now, a new study shows that stroke patients not only have a better recovery when taking antidepressants, but they also continue to recover after they stop taking mental health medications.
Menopause Coping System
How we tolerate our hot flashes and mood swings during our midlife change often depends on how we have approached the challenges presented to us throughout other times in our life.
Looking for Disease in the BMI Crystal Ball
It is already known that being overweight or obese can increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease. New research shows that it is possible to predict a teenager's risk by looking at their Body Mass Index (BMI) - a measure of body fat based on height and weight.
New Device for Treating Brain Aneurysms
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new device that provides neurointerventional surgeons with another tool to treat brain aneurysms without performing open surgery.
Exercise Tips for Arthritis Patients
Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful and potentially crippling disease. While managing the pain can be a difficult task, exercise is one of the best ways to prevent arthritis, control pain, and improve function.
Depression Drugs Can Hurt Your Heart
Depression is known to increase the risk of heart disease. Now, a new study shows that antidepressant drugs - separate from the effects of the disease itself - may have an effect on heart health.
Leakage Problems
People who have bladder control problems can find themselves in an uncomfortable situation if they have an accidental leakage.
A New Drug for Your Restless Legs
On April 6, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Horizant Extended Release Tablets ( gabapentin enacarbil ), a once-daily treatment for moderate-to-severe restless legs syndrome ( RLS ).
Working on Equality in Health Care
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today launched two strategic plans aimed at reducing health disparities. The HHS Action Plan to Reduce Health Disparities outlines goals and actions HHS will take to reduce health disparities among racial and ethnic minorities.
New Findings on Hormone Replacement Therapy
You may remember some years ago when a large women's study was stopped because one of the therapies being tested was shown to actually increase the risk of breast cancer, heart attacks and strokes.