Latest articles by Amanda Chan
HPV Vaccine Sees Poor Completion Rates
1 in 3 girls will finish all three HPV vaccine doses, according to the new study.
Lung Cancer May Be Different Disease in Smokers and Nonsmokers
Never-smokers' tumors have nearly twice as many DNA alterations than smokers' tumors.
Mental Disorders Strike 1 in 5 Adults, Survey Finds
Mental disorders also found to be more prevalent in women and people ages 18 to 25.
Sensitive Blood Test Could Predict Heart Disease
The test measures blood levels of cardiac troponin T, which at detectable levels is associated with heart disease and death.
Warding Off Depression: 'Mindfulness' Therapy Works as Well as Drugs
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy involves meditation and paying attention to emotional triggers.
Hormone Therapy Increases Ovarian Cancer Risk
Women who take hormones to relieve symptoms of menopause could be increasing their risk of developing ovarian cancer no matter what type of hormones, according to new research.
Siblings of Kids with Autism Are at High Risk for Language Delays
Findings nix assumption that undiagnosed siblings aren't affected by the disorder.
Spice of Life: Turmeric Boosts Effects of Chemo in Fighting Tumors
Curcumin, found in the spice turmeric, works with chemo drug Cisplatin to suppress head and neck tumor growth.
Too Much of a Good Thing: Fish Oil Best in Moderation
Taking too much, especially if you have immune system problems, is trouble for your health.
A Hazard of Some Pregnancies Becomes Clearer to Scientists
Fluctuating oxygen levels in women with the condition impact the hormone that controls blood pressure.
Anatomy of Addiction: Why It's So Hard to Quit Smoking
With just a drag, nicotine receptors in the brain send chemicals that cause feelings of happiness and comfort.
Cancer History Raises Risk of Memory Decline
People with a cancer history are 40 percent more likely to have memory problems than healthy people.
Cancer Risk Higher in Families of Women with Early-Onset Breast Cancer
Relatives had increased risks of brain, lung, prostate, breast, urinary tract and ovarian cancers.
Chest Compressions Now Come First in CPR
Do chest compressions first, then check the airway and do mouth-to-mouth breathing, according to new guidelines.
Healthy Pregnant Women Don't Need Extra Fish Oil, Study Finds
The findings go against previous studies that show a link between fish oil and improved brain abilities in children.
Low Serotonin in Moms Linked to ADHD in Kids
Kids whose moms had low serotonin levels were more likely to have ADHD than kids whose moms had normal serotonin levels.
Low Testosterone May Be to Blame for Men Who Struggle with Emotions
Alexithymia, a condition that makes it hard to convey emotions, is linked with hypogonadism in men.
Experts: Internet Helps, But Also Hurts, Suicide Prevention Efforts
Health experts hope to understand Web-surfing behaviors and motivations of those at risk of suicide.
Face Value: Looking a Bit Old for Your Age Doesn't Mean You're Unhealthy
If you look a little old for your age, that doesn't necessarily mean you have poor health, a new study finds.
Doctor Will See You Now: More MDs Use Skype for House Calls
Video-chatting is changing the face of doctor-patient communication.
Breast-Milk Sharers Defend Practice After FDA Warning
Eats on Feets group links moms who need milk with moms who have plenty to spare.
Intimate Pat-Downs Raise infection Risk at Airports
As body searchers and pat-downs get more personal, the risk increases for transmission of microbes, a microbiology professor says.
