Linda Thrasybule

Multiple births lead to extra pounds in mouse moms and male offspring.

The study is one of the few that looked at the direct effect of exercise on the fetus -- researchers measured fetal heart beat and blood flow through the umbilical cord.

On Halloween, its not just how much candy kids eat that affects their risk of cavities. How often kids eat candy, and the type of candy they eat may also affect their teeth, experts say.

Pre-drinking, or drinking alcohol at home before heading out for the evening, leads to more drinking over the night, and risky behavior, a new study says. And it doesn't save money.

Sex problems are relatively frequent among young men, researchers say.

Acupuncture offered only a slight benefit in terms of reducing the number of days people suffered from migraines.

Marathon runners do not have a higher risk of their hearts suddenly stopping than people doing other types of sports, a new study shows.

Obese men have a higher risk of developing advanced prostate cancer, but a lower risk of developing earlier stages of the disease, a new review finds.

Baby boys with higher testosterone levels were more likely to experience delays in their language development, a new study finds.

Children who go under anesthesia more than once at a young age have higher rates of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Women who have a hard time getting pregnant may be at a higher risk of developing heart disease, a new study suggests.

People who meet their health goals, such as losing weight or lowering their blood pressure, should be rewarded, one doctor argues.

Prions, such as those that cause mad cow disease, may spread via lymph tissue, a new study finds.

The rate of injuries related to swimming has risen 30 percent over the last two decades, researchers say.

If you're having a hard time putting down that pint of ice cream, it may not be because you're hard wired to keep eating it.

Americans are in poorer health than people living in other high-income countries.

It's OK to have a pity party when the romance fizzles, but keep it short.

Many home remedies are appealing, but research shows they may not help.

Use common sense to prevent many winter health problems.

How to minimize the risk of falling on snow and ice.

In a rush? Being impatient is bad for blood pressure and the heart.

As the 2012 presidential election draws closer, here's a look at some of the other differences between the candidates' health care plans.

Common pain relievers may contribute to hearing loss in women, a new study says.

People in the U.S. who don't know they have Type 1 diabetes account for a surprising number of deaths from one complication of the condition, a new study of autopsies shows.