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Dec 21, 2016 05:00 AM EST

Female Doctors Are Better, Fewer Deaths Among Patients, Study Says

Patients cared for by female doctors fare better than those treated by male doctors.

Sep 30, 2016 05:09 AM EDT

Chicago Doctor Uses Cat Saliva, Vodka For Homemade Vaccines

Chicago doctor who allegedly gave patients vaccinations containing cat saliva and vodka was suspended by regulators.

Feb 11, 2016 11:00 PM EST

Surgery Wrongfully Performed On Baby

This Tennessee mom is allgedly planning to sue after doctors performed a major surgery on her baby that was meant for another little one.

Jan 26, 2016 12:33 PM EST

Could Chronic Stress Lead To Dementia In Some?

Chronic stress isn't just taxing-it's extremely dangerous for your health. New findings published in the journal Current Opinion show that it can actually increase your risk of dementia.

Jan 04, 2016 07:45 PM EST

Rules For Transvaginal Devices Have Tightened From 'Moderate' To 'High' Risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Monday that they are strengthening rules regarding the use of vaginal mesh implants to treat pelvic organ prolapse in women--a health issue that occurs when muscle and tissue in the pelvic floor stretch, weaken or tear, resulting in the bladder, ...

Dec 24, 2015 07:27 PM EST

Victims Of Sudden Cardiac Arrest May Be Missing Life-Saving Warning Signs

Victims of sudden cardiac arrest may be ignoring lifesaving warning signs for up to a month before the health event occurs, according to a recent study.

Jul 29, 2015 12:58 PM EDT

Novel Fingerprick Test Expands Access In The Basic Medical World

New findings to be featured at the 2015 AACC Annual Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo will involve a novel fingerprick test that could help expand access to basic medical testing in the developing world. As clinical laboratory tests play a crucial role in making sure patients get appropriate care, there a...

Jul 06, 2015 05:54 PM EDT

Epilepsy Increases Risk Of Premature Birth

New findings published in JAMA Neurology reveal that only a small fraction of pregnancies occur in women with epilepsy. However, for that 0.3 percent and 0.5 percent that have children, they are more prone to high risk complications that may result in death.

Jul 03, 2015 08:01 PM EDT

Supercharging Stem Cells Help Transplant Patients

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have discovered promising signs in stem cell therapy that may be effective in preventing and treating inflammation via transplant recipients. The findings are published in the journal Stem Cells, which are expected to eventually lead to new treatments for tr...

Jun 25, 2015 02:01 PM EDT

A New Diagnositic Test For Pneumonia May Involve Analyzing Breath Specimens

New research examines the potential for a pneumonia breath test. Researchers found that chemically analyzing breath specimens from patients in intensive care can help reveal bacterial infection in the lower respiratory tract of ventilated patients at risk of infection.

Jun 25, 2015 01:41 PM EDT

Researchers Are Still Working To Define A Stronger Distinction Between Normal, Abnormal Emotion

We all have our overly emotional days, but when is an emotional response considered unacceptable, or perhaps, a medical concern linked to depression, anxiety or other mental health issues?

Jun 23, 2015 01:58 PM EDT