The nasal spray flu vaccine does not worsen symptoms for children with asthma, according to a new clinical trial published in the journal Pediatrics.
Ahead of this year’s awards, we explore why five of this year’s nominees might strike an emotional chord.
Bruce Willis will step away from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia, a disorder that affects areas of the brain that produce and process language.
Covid.gov will let people find tests, vaccines and treatments with just a few clicks.
Vitamin C is one of the safest and most effective nutrients, experts say.
The so-called stealth Omicron variant is now the dominant COVID-19 strain in the United States, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
President Joe Biden’s 2023 federal budget proposal, released Monday, calls for nearly $82 billion for the Department of Health and Human Services over five years to prepare for future pandemics.
More lap band patients are choosing to have conversion surgery to gastric sleeve and a similar bariatric procedure known as gastric bypass. At the same time, fewer doctors are doing lap band procedures because of its limitations and side effects.
New peer-reviewed research looks at what traits, jobs, and hobbies people think make other people boring.
Adults over 50 and those 18 and older who are immunocompromised are eligible for fourth doses of either Pfizer or Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines.
Researchers report a child's risk of harm from social media is higher at certain ages, and it's different for girls and boys.
To shampoo or not to shampoo. Dermatologists and stylists weigh in on how often to shampoo for healthy, good looking hair. Plus, tips on how to go longer between washes.
WebMD talks to cardiologists about possible symptoms of heart attack in women. Chest pain is one we all know, but what about nausea or fatigue?
Feeling fatigued? WebMD tells you how to get your energy back.
Microbots can traverse spaces where drones can't fly in, and scientists envision a future where these devices, crafted even smaller, could be added to blood vessels to assist in surgery.
While some workers can't wait to get back to the office, others are anxious, resistant, and concerned. Here are some tips to help with the transition.
The next rollout of COVID-19 booster shots in the U.S. could face delays due to a lack of federal funding and declining interest, according to The Guardian.
The OB/GYN most recently spoke out against a vitamin and supplement maker’s “probiotics for your panty hamster.”
Scientists used to think the curvature of the spine separated modern-day humans from extinct human species, but they just learned that Neanderthals had a huge spinal advantage that can be tapped into.
Two new studies show medical marijuana could be a viable alternative to opioid painkillers for people dealing with arthritis or chronic back pain.
An early study suggests an experimental drug may help build bone mass in some adults with a rare brittle-bone disease.
The agency said it would soon announce whether other big-name brands can continue to sell their products in this country.
Donating your body to medicine is a noble cause, but read the fine print before signing a contract.
Cancer survivors who spend more than 8 hours of the day sitting are 5 times more likely to die over the ensuing years than their peers who spend less time sitting. Being physically active, on the other hand, lowers the risk of early death, new research shows.
Readers weighed in on Best Doctor, Best Medical Film, and other categories in our inaugural movie awards.
A commercial chicken farm in Nebraska will destroy 570,000 broilers because a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza – better known as bird flu – was discovered in the flock, the Nebraska Department of Agriculture reported.
The World Health Organization says in addition to the refugees, those internally displaced inside Ukraine face challenges to their health.
When will you reach menopause? WebMD explains what factors into your menopause age.
Researchers found that people with metabolic syndrome were associated with an increased risk for intensive care unit (ICU) admission with COVID.
Without congressional action, federal funding that subsidizes anti-COVID weapons will come to a halt, which could worsen the pandemic.
A study finds organs from deceased donors who had COVID did not cause infection in recipients and posed no risk to health care workers.
Research reveals a significant percentage of teens do not receive any information about protecting themselves against STDs before they begin having intercourse.
Marijuana Anonymous is a 12-step program that helps chronic users nip addiction in the bud.
Surprising technologies could help provide access to clean water and solve the worldwide water crisis.
A federal judge has temporarily prevented a District of Columbia law from going into effect that would have allowed children to get vaccinated – including with the COVID-19 vaccine – without parental consent.
Researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital have developed a device that can inject oxygen directly into the bloodstream through an IV.
The number of influenza cases is increasing across the United States but has not hit pre-pandemic levels, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Protection says.
Certain lots have been recalled because they may be contaminated with bacteria that pose a risk to people with weakened immune systems.
The number of influenza cases is increasing across the United States but has not hit pre-pandemic levels, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Protection says.
A large study conducted by McMaster University of Canada shows that the anti-parasitic drug ivermectin does not reduce hospitalizations of people infected with COVID-19.
The FDA today announced its vaccines advisory committee will meet April 6 to discuss the future of COVID-19 booster doses and how to tell if a specific strain of the coronavirus needs its own vaccine.
A new study finds IUDs are nearly as effective as having your tubes tied in preventing unwanted pregnancies and cause fewer side effects.
A new study suggests the situation likely became worse with more people working at home.
Scientists around the world are welcoming researcher-refugees from Ukraine into their labs. But an estimated 60,000 scientists have stayed behind.
Studies looking at HIV and menopause are few and far between, and some reach conflicting findings.
U.S. health officials are watching the steady climb in COVID-19 cases in the U.K., which tends to signal what could happen next in the U.S., according to NPR.
A group of 10 commercial airline pilots filed a lawsuit against the CDC in an attempt to strike down the federal transportation mask mandate.
U.S. communities with limited internet access reported higher COVID-19 death rates during the first year of the pandemic, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.
Citigroup Inc. is starting to cover travel costs for U.S.-based employees seeking an abortion as more states pass new abortion restrictions.
A new study shows the Omicron variant can cause croup in young children, including severe cases that require hospitalization and intensive care.
