Insulin Pumps Might Get Smarter

As diabetes treatment and monitoring has improved, life has become slightly easier for many diabetes patients. Now, one new upgrade to insulin pumps could make nighttime blood sugar control a little easier.

Verdict on E-Cigs Still Out

Quitting smoking can be extremely difficult. There may be a slight possibility that an electronic cigarette could help smokers wean off the habit, but long-term risks are still unknown.

Mismatched Flu Strains? No Problem

Each year a new flu vaccine is created to try to match up with the strains of flu that are going around. What happens if the flu vaccine isn't a perfect match for the strain of virus it's fighting?

FDA Approves First Recombinant Coagulation Factor IX

The US Food and Drug Administration yesterday approved Rixubis [Coagulation Factor IX (Recombinant)] for use in people with hemophilia B who are 16 years of age and older.

Cancer Succeeds After Heart Fails

Thanks to advances in medicine, heart failure patients are living longer than ever before. Scientists are now seeing that these survivors need to be especially careful to keep an eye on their overall health.

Digestive System Woes for Children

Inflammatory bowel diseases are painful conditions that affect the digestive tract, often the small intestine and colon. More children appear to be suffering from these conditions.

FDA Takes Action to Protect Consumers from Dangerous Medicines Sold by Illegal Online Pharmacies

The US Food and Drug Administration, in partnership with international regulatory and law enforcement agencies, took action this week against more than 9,600 websites that illegally sell potentially dangerous, unapproved prescription medicines to consumers.

How a Sugar High Works in the Brain

Is food addiction real? A candy bar can’t exactly be compared to heroin, but the sugar spike from candy may wake up the same part of the brain that substance abuse can trigger.

Achoo! It’s Not Just the Flu

Many of us have had the flu before and recovered completely. But some people can get very sick due to complications.

Everyday Is a Good Day for HIV Testing

If you want to play a role in preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS, there are two great ways to do so. First, get tested. Next, get involved in this year's National HIV Testing Day.