Researchers said those who had been placed on a ventilator while ill showed the most substantial effects. On average, their score dropped 7 IQ points.
The Biden administration has reversed a Trump policy that limited the size of fines that U.S. nursing homes could be slapped with for violating safety standards.
Opioid overdose-related visits to U.S. emergency departments rose by nearly one-third during the COVID-19 pandemic last year.
If you’re LGBTQ, there are issues that might affect your mental health and the care you receive for it. Here’s what to know.
Imagine taking anti-cancer drugs, therapies, or procedures that don’t leave you with side effects like hair loss: This is the future that hydrogels promise.
The New York Times reports the CDC will unveil new data that prompted recent change in mask guidance
Read about what phototherapy was like for these people with psoriasis.
Odalis Santos Mena, a 23-year-old social media influencer, athlete, bodybuilder, and fitness competitor, recently died of cardiac arrest while seeking treatment for underarm sweating.
Meanwhile, a pastor in Tennessee threatened to ban parishioners if they were masks.
A new study challenges a common belief that higher levels of testosterone give men or women an edge in life.
States struggling with alarming COVID-19 outbreaks are now vaccinating people at very high rates, an analysis of CDC data shows.
New research shows 8 of 10 patients have witnessed stressed, overwhelmed doctors in recent visits.
Scientists are developing a new device to check breath for hydrogen sulfide, the gas that prompts the unpleasant smell from the mouth.
Researchers have detected increased levels of paranoia and erratic behavior among the general population in the United States during the pandemic.
Meanwhile, the company announced early data showing a third dose greatly increases protection against the Delta variant.
Getting diagnosed with depression brings up different emotions for different people. After your doctor or mental health provider gives you the news, it’s a good idea to reach out for support from family, friends, or others in your community.
Survey respondents indicated that punishment is not always appropriate when patients are infected during interactions with clinicians.
Good sleep habits, called sleep hygiene, can help you get better rest. But it may not work for ongoing insomnia. See what may help instead.
Thinking about trying CBD or other cannabis compound to help you sleep? Here’s what you need to know.
If your family seems to be going through favorite products faster than usual, it doesn’t necessarily mean someone’s enjoying secret snacks. It could be “shrinkflation” at work.
The latest news illustrates the growing concern among top federal health officials about the spread of the highly contagious Delta variant, but that concern must be balanced against the possibility that mandates could fuel further opposition to vaccination.
A new study finds that one-third of the most popular articles on social media about treatment for common cancers contains misinformation -- and most of it can be downright dangerous.
It's a lot more than the temporary bouts of sleeplessness most of us have. Here's what people with chronic insomnia want you to know about their condition.
A new WebMD poll shows that members of minority communities are more uneasy about discussing sensitive topics, like race-related issues and sexual orientation, with doctors.
New research suggests ARBs might be a better choice for people just starting on blood pressure medication.
Simone Biles Withdraws From Olympic Team Competition
Simone Biles Withdraws From Olympic Team Competition
Narcolepsy is a disorder that affects the brain’s ability to control sleep and alertness. Without proper treatment, it can hinder your child’s school, social, and personal life. Learn more about how to support your child though their condition.
A new survey reveals eight in 10 American adults who haven't received a COVID-19 shot say they are unlikely to get one.
Black patients have a higher rate of adverse safety events than white patients when they are admitted to the same hospital, regardless of insurance coverage type or the percentage of hospitalized patients who are Black, according to a new Urban Institute study.
For years, men who have sex with men have faced extra restrictions if they tried to donate blood. A study now underway may lead to a shift in policy.
It won't come cheap, with the cost totaling "a few billion dollars" a year, Fauci said, and the first round of results wouldn't emerge for at least five years. Also, a huge number of scientists would be needed to conduct the necessary studies.
In this June survey of more than 2,000 parents with at least one child between 3 and 18 years of age, 49% parents with kids aged 3 to 11 said they would likely get their child vaccinated, while 51% said they were unlikely to do so.
The FDA warns accidental exposure to fentanyl pain patches is putting children's lives at risk.
A small, preliminary study shows young soccer players have more head impacts during practices but experience more severe head impacts during games.
The CDC is watching for a potential outbreak of monkeypox in the U.S. in addition to monitoring for the Delta variant of COVID-19.
The premise is simple: A health care provider or a health insurance plan provides a ''prescription" for produce. Patients redeem it at a local farmer's market, grocery store, or a community-based sponsoring organization.
Money may not buy happiness but new research suggests it may at least help Americans live longer.
The money from the companies would be used by communities for addiction treatment, prevention services and other significant costs associated with the epidemic.
While this is the third time Foluke Gunderson has participated in the Olympics, this is her first as a mom.
The CDC says an untreatable "superbug" fungus is spreading in a Washington, D.C., nursing home and two Dallas-area hospitals.
If you have narcolepsy, certain complementary or alternative medicines like yoga or herbal teas may help ease or manage some of the symptoms.
A man who was attacked by a bull later got a lifesaving intestinal transplant.
Figuring out the right treatment for your depression can take time and patience. Learn more about how to find an antidepressant or other treatment that works for you.
Doctors in Washington state used human body bags filled with ice and water to rapidly cool the sickest patients affected by record heat last month.
Many wealthier people switched to online ordering and did more stocking up, while lower-income people still had to shop in-person at local small grocers and dollar stores.
A new study shows people who get migraines will likely feel motion sickness and dizziness after a virtual roller coaster ride, compared with people who don't get migraines.
The virus behind COVID-19 is evolving fast enough that vaccination efforts may not be able to wipe it out.
WebMD explores the different kinds of depression and ways to treat them.
Three-time gold medal swimmer U.S. Paralympian Becca Meyers, who is deaf and blind, is dropping out of the Tokyo Games because she is not allowed to bring her personal care assistant.
