Brittle Bones or Increased Heart Risk?

Calcium supplements, often taken to maintain bone health and prevent osteoporosis, appear to be linked to an increased risk of heart attack, a large study revealed.

Question: Do cranberry juice or cranberry supplements prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

Answer: At this time, there is no data to support the effectiveness of cranberries to prevent UTIs. Cranberries may act by preventing bacteria from sticking to the...

Question: Do all sunscreens protect against UVA and UVB damage to the skin?

Answer: No, not all sunscreens offer both UVA and UVB protection. New FDA sunscreen labeling requirements will make it easier to choose a sunscreen.

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FDA Rejects Rivaroxaban for ACS

Following a close vote, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration panel has declined to recommend rivaroxaban (Xarelto) to treat acute coronary syndrome.

An Easy Way to Prevent a Pregnancy

The only way to be absolutely sure you don't get pregnant is certainly not to have sex. But if you are sexually active, do you know which contraception is most effective?

Vaccinating Against HER2 Reappearance

Breast cancers that have high levels of HER2 are particularly aggressive. Not only do they grow rapidly, but they tend to return after treatment. A vaccine currently being investigated appears to be effective in preventing this reappearing act.

Your Child's Brain NOT on Sleep Apnea

Treating your child's sleep apnea means more than ensuring that they get a good night's sleep. It might also mean they get better grades and remember to do their chores more often.

Secondhand Smoke Does Hurts Kids

Kids may not appear to develop conditions from secondhand smoke when they’re being exposed to it in childhood. But, they can still experience respiratory problems later in life.

Swimming Your Way to Safe Summer Fun

With the weather warming up, families are lathering up their sunblock in preparation of outdoor fun. For many families that will include a dip in a backyard pool or a visit to a local water park.

Mystery Behind Heart Failure After Chemo Solved

Scientists were working to find a drug target for heart muscle disease. Instead they incidentally discovered a key to preventing heart failure years after chemotherapy.

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