Today is National ADHD Awareness Day, and a new study focuses--no pun intended--on teen drivers with the condition. The study finds how well they performs behind the wheel of a car may be directly influenced by optimizing dosing of medication,... (Read more about ADHD & Teen Drivers)

Zach Neville was 4 years old when doctors diagnosed him with ADHD. “They were really the classic symptoms if you go on the internet and you look at what the diagnostic criteria are, the impulsivity, the hyperactive, the inattentiveness, they were... (Read more about ADHD Report Card)

If your child as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder—ADHD--you might have found it’s not so easy to get your child diagnosed and then started on medication. That’s because, according to new research, many pediatricians don’t want to treat... (Read more about ADHD Treatment)

Can television actually cause your child to develop attention deficit disorder? There have been studies suggesting this is true, and now another new study weighs in. There are many reasons for experts to be concerned about the ill effects... (Read more about ADHD and Television)

Tonight, there is new hope for those suffering from alcohol addiction. An experimental once-a-month injectable drug is helping patients get their lives back on track. 19 million Americans suffer with alcohol addiction, not to mention the family... (Read more about ALCOHOL ABUSE DRUG)

The American Heart Association Conference has kicked off in New Orleans. Researchers at Yale University looked at the effects of yoga and meditation on the risk of cardiovascular events, such as a heart attack or stroke. 33 people were followed... (Read more about AMERICAN HEART—YOGA, WEDDING BLISS, AND BP CONTROL)

One drink per day may reduce the onset of dementia in elderly people. Having one drink per day may impede the progress of cognitive impairment for seniors. A study at the University of Bari, Italy, involving 1,445 people between the ages of 65... (Read more about Alcohol Can Slow the Onset of Dementia)

It's long been known that vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and thus good for bone and teeth health. But research now also suggests a role for vitamin D in fending off such chronic diseases as diabetes, immune disorders and cancer.... (Read more about Allure and Doubt Regarding Vitamin D)

Last week we heard the reports surrounding the dangers of the sleep medicine ambien—that it caused those taking the drug to sleep walk and sleep eat. But was all the hubub much ado about nothing? That’s what many experts are saying, along... (Read more about Ambien Follow Up)

Being somewhat of a daredevil, eleven year old Sophie lives for summer when she can hit monstrous roller coasters and other rides that pack a punch of adrenaline. “When you deal with someone like my daughter, Sophie, who loves the crazier, the... (Read more about Amusement Park Safety)

When does your child’s sore throat need an antibiotic? It’s an important question, and it appears, many doctors don’t really know the answer. Sore throats account for six percent of all visits by kids to family practice doctors and... (Read more about Antibiotics and Sore Throat Study)

It’s the center of a huge ongoing debate in the medical world: how significant a risk are antidepressants in terms of suicide risk, particularly among adolescents? And are adults at risk? It is perhaps a cruel twist of fate that medications... (Read more about Antidepressants and Suicide)

Research suggests that thin people may not be as healthy as they appear. Medical researchers at Imperial College, London, have shown that people with low or average body weight may not be healthy on the inside. These doctors believe that... (Read more about Are Certain Thin People Actually Obese?)

There could be a new treatment for the millions of Americans suffering from asthma. A group of antibiotics and one in particular, has been shown to help decrease the severity of an asthma exacerbation. (Read more about Asthma Antibiotics)

The summer is now unofficially over, which means kids all across America are now back in school. And often, with the excitement of a new class and new teachers comes the anxiety of heading into a new school year. Maybe it’s a headache, maybe a... (Read more about BACK-TO-SCHOOL ANXIETY)

THEY’RE CERTAINLY SOME OF THE LESS DESIRABLE BUGS YOU GET DURING THE SUMMER: BEES, WASPS, AND YELLOW JACKETS ARE ANNOYING, FRIGHTENING TO SOME, AND ACTUALLY DANGEROUS TO A FEW OF US. MANY OF US ARE ALLERGIC, BUT HOW SERIOUS IS THE ALLERGY REALLY?... (Read more about BEE STING ALLERGIES)

There is late breaking research out that shows a new way to perform tonsillectomies in children is much less painful. There are 400,000 tonsillectomies performed each year in the u.s. It is the second most common pediatric surgery performed in... (Read more about BETTER TONSILLECTOMY)

As soon as the morning summer sun peaks through their bedroom windows, 5 year old Anna and 3 and a half year old Dylan sprint to their backyard paradise. “We’re always in the yard, all day. And then they even have a little kiddie pool in the... (Read more about Backyard Summer Safety)

Binge drinking, typically associated with college students, may lead to poor decision making. The results of a new study published in the June issue of Alcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research suggest that among college students, those who... (Read more about Binge Drinking Can Affect Decision Making)

Chickenpox vaccines can protect kids from the inconvenient, uncomfortable and occasionally dangerous disease. Chickenpox is commonly thought of as an annoying childhood disease, but not one that necessarily kills. Usually this is an itchy illness... (Read more about CHICKEN POX VACCINE)

The term child migraine itself sounds incongruous since migraines are not a problem we commonly think of as something that can affect our children. But child migraines are not such an unusual problem. Millions of kids suffer these debilitating... (Read more about CHILD MIGRAINES)

How safe is a popular pediatric vaccine? New research shows that the side effects of Prevnar, a vaccine which attacks a common bacterium, may be reason for concern. (Read more about CHILD PNEUMONIA VACCINE)

Detecting and treating high cholesterol in children is important to protect them against heart disease later in life. Darren Barrere looks like your average 13 year old, but his cholesterol levels tell a different story. Doctors said his numbers... (Read more about CHILDREN & HIGH CHOLESTEROL)

There is a new technology being looked at by doctors and public health officials as a better way to detect heart blockages early on, before they cause a heart attack. Given the fact that heart disease is America’s number one killer, looking for... (Read more about Cardiosound)

At the age of only 13, Mark Vindman ballooned to a whopping 229 pounds. But, today, he’s on a rigorous nutrition and fitness plan that’s getting him back on track. “I have challenges of not being able to eat sweets anymore. And not being able to... (Read more about Children and The Sugar Crisis)

There is good news for patients suffering from ulcerative colitis. A new once a day medicine could make treatment a lot simpler for what is a very difficult condition. (Read more about Colitis)

Is your doctor putting you through unnecessary tests, even biopsies, say, simply because he or she fears being sued? According to the results of a new survey, the answer is a concerning yes! Defensive medicine may be a subtle issue, like... (Read more about DEFENSIVE MEDICINE)

There is new research out tonight that affects the 17 million Americans suffering from diabetes. The study says diabetics with high blood sugars are at a significantly higher risk for developing cancer. The study looked at more than a million... (Read more about DIABETES AND CANCER RISK)

What’s 520 calories, contains 27 grams of fat and is gaining followers in the United States? That would be a serving of deep fried turkey, according to the National Turkey Foundation. What started as a Southern tradition is now taking hold of a... (Read more about Deep Fried Turkey Danger)

Depression is a widespread problem in America; major depression is seen in one in five women, and one in ten men here. That means many parents are depressed. So what does that do to the kids? Dr. Myrna Weissman, a psychologist at Columbia... (Read more about Depression Latest)

“I actually used to think the best thing that could happen to me, I would just die, it would be great to just get hit by a car because it would put me out of my misery, I thought living was the worst thing,” says Karen Gormandy. 47 year old... (Read more about Depression and Medication)

According to the American Diabetes Association, there are 20.8 million children and adults in the United States, or 7% of the population, who have diabetes. Nearly one-third are unaware that they have the disease. But among the two-thirds... (Read more about Diabetes Lifesaver)

71 year old Elizabeth Widmayer has been successful managing her diabetes, but, suddenly, Elizabeth says the disease started attacking her circulation. “I would experience pain in the back of my legs when I walked and it would be only say maybe... (Read more about Diabetes New Treatment)

Labor and delivery is not uncharted territory for 38 year old Karen Asar, she’s mom to six year old Ben and four year old Lucas and is due any day now with baby number three. But, unlike her prior pregnancies, Karen developed gestational diabetes... (Read more about Diabetes and Pregnancy)

If your child has suffered from recurrent ear infections or an ear infection that just doesn’t go away, you may have considered putting in ear tubes. In the U.S., 600,000 children get ear tubes inserted for relief of ear problems. In fact, by... (Read more about EAR TUBES AND DEVELOPMENT)

It is clear, with regard to the healthcare of Americans, that the haves and have-nots are often defined by ethnic backgrounds. Now a major medical organization has issued new guidelines to help correct the problem of ethnic disparities in healthcare. (Read more about ETHNIC DISPARITIES)

“It’s just like getting a caffeine kick. I don’t need my coffee because exercise is my caffeine,” says exerciser, Rodney George. “When I come here in the morning, I’m depressed and tired. But once I start I don’t feel like stopping, they have to... (Read more about EXERCISE REDUCES DEPRESSION)

With dieting being the most commonly adopted method to lose weight, many of us refrain from taking up exercise. For people who are markedly overweight, it can be difficult to start an exercise program. But, the latest data shows the combination of... (Read more about EXERCISE STUDY)

A new medical study raises an important question: should anyone who is seen in an emergency room be automatically screened and treated for other essential problems and conditions that in the end affect society as a whole—such as sexually... (Read more about Emergency Rooms and STDs)

With a week to go in the holiday shopping season, it’s evident some of the hot ticket items are computer related gizmos and gadgets. Out of the roughly 260 billion to be spent by Americans this holiday season, and around ten percent of this is... (Read more about FEEDING INTERNET ADDICTIONS WITH HOLIDAY GIFTS)

It’s that time of year when everyone gets sick, including the youngest ones. High fever in kids is quite common, with temperatures often running as high as 104. There’s no question that high fever in kids can be scary for a parent. But the fear... (Read more about FEVERS IN KIDS)

Could the flu shot be overrated? That’s what new research is implying, that it doesn’t save lives like we think it does. All over the country, on the day the word got out this year that there was going to be a huge flu vaccine shortage, we had a... (Read more about FLU SHOT OVERRATED)

Flu vaccine is a little like liquid gold. at least, this year, with the huge flu vaccine shortage that’s affected the U.S., even those who should get the flu vaccine aren’t getting it. But now there’s new research to show that the limited supply... (Read more about FLU SHOT SCRIMPING)

How well do you know your family medical history? We mean, really know –in the sense of knowing what each parent, brother, sister, grandparent, and great-grandparent, aunt, uncle, and cousin has or has had in terms of medical conditions. (Read more about Family History)

By: Paul E. Eckstein, D.P.M. Board Certified in Foot Surgery, American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Specialist, Diabetic Conditions of the Foot Diabetes is a complex metabolic disorder affecting 17 million people in the United States. Many... (Read more about Foot Care for the Diabetic)

Currently there are several available acid reflux treatments. 60 million Americans suffer from it. One-fourth of these, approximately 15 million, have daily symptoms. That is the case with patient Michael Mills. (Read more about HEARTBURN TREATMENT STUDY)

The virus that causes aids is called HIV. Once it end on a person's blood stream, the aids HIV virus attaches itself to the surface of the active T-cells, then inserts its own genetic information inside of that nucleus. (Read more about HIV)

As you sit down for your Thanksgiving dinner, has this holiday been a pleasure to prepare for, and experience, or is it filled with holiday stress? Sadly, many people have a hard time wading through the tension to find that holiday joy. (Read more about HOLIDAY STRESS)

Dr. Veronica Lofaso and nurse practitioner Deidre Mole are preparing to see patients. There’s no overflowing waiting room, there aren’t even exam rooms filled with anxious patients. They leave their office to pound the pavement and visit patients... (Read more about HOUSE CALLS)

Holiday cheer won’t be the only thing spread this season. This is the season that colds spread rapidly, often leaving people sniffling and depressed. “If someone touches you and they have cold, you can easily get it. Particularly if they’ve just... (Read more about HOW TO AVOID A COLD)

A new study finds that habitual snoring in women is strongly tied to body mass index—a marker of fatness-- and age. Overall, 7.6 percent of women snore. The frequency of snoring reaches its peak in women ages 50 to 59. Frequent snoring was... (Read more about Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball)

You know the old saying: April showers brings may flowers… But along with the heavy rains this season comes the potential of home flooding. And a little bit--or a lot--of water left behind could turn into a major health hazard for you and... (Read more about House Mold)

Dr. John Cahill explains that our world is becoming increasingly small and easy access air travel and global urbanization has created the possibility for the very real threat of pandemic. The internet has made international travel quick and easy... (Read more about How Real is the Threat of Pandemic?)

There’s new research which sheds light on the best way to treat insomnia, and it doesn’t involve medications. This study shows that an approach to insomnia called cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is more effective than sleeping pills in... (Read more about INSOMNIA TREATMENT)

Today, thanks to the miracle of science, thousands of couples desperately wanting children, who can't conceive naturally, are able to become parents. "In the in vitro fertilization process women are given hormonal treatments to try to... (Read more about In Vitro Fertilization)

There is new evidence that the growing problem of obesity among our youth is creating a very real health risk that was thought to exist mostly in adults. It’s the kind of thing kids shouldn’t have to think about- heart attacks, strokes and kidney... (Read more about KIDS AND METABOLIC SYNDROME)

When your child gets hurt, and complains of pain, what do you use to treat the hurt and the injury? A new study looks at three commonly used medicines for kids’ pain…and found which one works best. (Read more about KIDS AND PAIN MEDICINE)

Flu season typically peaks between December and March, and so now is the time that those most at risk need to get the shot. But there’s some confusion about which children should get it this year because of the shortage. It’s the same, but a... (Read more about Kids and Flu Vaccine)

Hundreds of thousands of Americans suffer from sudden cardiac arrest each year. Now, there is an amazing new type of vest that’s worn, which can detect an abnormal heart rhythm and shock a person’s heart back to a normal rhythm, in the event of a... (Read more about LIFE VEST)

Have you ever wondered how low carb but higher fat diets actually work? Surprisingly, one answer may lie in your liver. Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have identified a liver hormone known as FGF21 which is... (Read more about Low Carb Diet For Diabetes)

Should you be sending for your prescription drugs in the mail, especially if you live in a viciously warm climate? The latest research shows what happens to medicines and why they don’t work if exposed to temperature extremes. (Read more about MAILBOXES AND PRESCRIPTION MEDICINES)

Can a simple diet actually cut a person’s chances of dying by more than half? New research shows the Mediterranean diet, a diet popular in Europe, can dramatically lower mortality risk in individuals over the age of 70, and probably has the same... (Read more about MEDITERRANIAN DIET)

Are pollutants in our air causing many of our children to become mentally retarded? According to new research released today, the U.S. is losing billions of dollars each year due to the impact of mercury poisoning on brain development. There... (Read more about MERCURY POISIONING)

The issue of minority healthcare in the country is one that needs immediate attention. Why is it that ethnic minorities get the short end of the stick when it comes to healthcare? Leaders in the field got together to discuss the findings of the... (Read more about MINORITY DISCREPANCIES)

Some might say that marijuana is not a dangerous drug overall. But new research released today suggests that it can have a profound negative impact on the development of the adolescent brain, and maybe even predispose one to schizophrenia.... (Read more about Marijuana Brain Study)

Measles is a disease found around the world. The virus that causes the disease is spread by airborne infection and is one of the most contagious diseases. (Read more about Measles)

A new antidepressant has just been approved by the FDA, but it did so with little fanfare, and at a time when antidepressants are under fire for allegedly triggering some to commit suicide. The drug is called cymbalta, it works differently from... (Read more about NEW ANTIDEPRESSANT)

U.S. government data shows approximately 75% of women daily smokers are interested in quitting, and of these nearly 47% attempted to quit during the previous year. Unfortunately, among those who do quit, only 7% are still tobacco-free one year... (Read more about NICOTINE PATCH STUDY)

Is it possible sun exposure could actually have benefits? Experts at an American Academy of Dermatology conference addressed the issue, with the kickoff of Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention month. The academy has gone on the offensive,... (Read more about NO SAFE SUN)

A shocking 30% of Americans report having abused alcohol or suffer from alcoholism at some point in their lives. A new government study tracked alcohol dependency and abuse in a representative sampling of over 43,000 Americans over the age of 18... (Read more about Nearly One-Third of Americans Report Alcohol Abuse)

With everyone heading back to the pool and the beach, it’s the season for the common ailment called swimmer’s ear. It’s certainly not a serious problem, but it can ruin your summer fun. Now there are new recommendations on how to manage the... (Read more about New Guidelines for Swimmer's Ear)

It’s a sad note that we’ve gotten to the point in our society that our children are becoming so overweight, and the problem is so widespread, that now weight loss medication is now being approved for teens. (Read more about OBESITY MEDICATION AND TEENS)

If a bad winter cold has you scouring the pharmacy for relief in the form of over the counter drugs, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the dizzying array of medications. Is it price that drives your purchase or do you opt for the big name... (Read more about OVER THE COUNTER COLD MEDICINE)

It’s a jittery time for students and parents: when the child heads off to college for the first time. The potential pitfalls are numerous. So how do you help your teen navigate these new waters? As corny and trite as it might sound,... (Read more about Off to College)

The question of the day is, “Who’s your daddy?” A new study out says many dads are unknowingly raising someone else’s kids. The findings come from several international studies, including many done here in the U.S., between 1950 and 2004.... (Read more about PATERNAL DISCORDANCE)

For Janet Browne, her family and neighbors, the backyard is a slice of summer heaven. With her large pool and a slide that makes children’s eyes light up with excitement, it’s recreation and “R&R” for adults and kids alike. But, Janet lays down... (Read more about POOL SAFETY)

A new study just released looks at a problem that affects millions of people going for surgery each year—postoperative nausea and vomiting. This research tested a variety of different regimens, altering the combinations of anesthetics, pain... (Read more about POSTOPERATIVE NAUSEA)

There is important new research out tonight that may be the start of a different approach in medicine: to treat high blood pressure before it even gets high. The fact is about 69 percent of people who have a first heart attack, 77 percent of... (Read more about PRE- HYPERTENSION TREATMENT)

Most large scale traumatic events are followed by a sharp rise in the occurrence of cases of post traumatic stress disorder. The London Terror Attacks have shocked the world, and the repercussions here in the U.S. on a psychological level can and... (Read more about PSYCHOLOGY OF TERROR ATTACKS)

Breastfeeding can counter the effects of depression in new mothers. Studies published in the International Breastfeeding Journal, conducted by University of New Hampshire researcher Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, has found evidence supporting a... (Read more about Postpartum Depression and Breastfeeding)

Zina Macias says she is somewhat of a fitness fanatic. When she got the news that she was pregnant, Zina was determined to continue working out, after receiving the stamp of approval from her doctor. “I like to walk on the treadmill, bike on... (Read more about Pregnancy and Exercise)

A US outbreak of Avian Flu may kill as many as 1.9 million Americans and hospitalize 9.9 million. But is President Bush's plan on target to protect the country if a pandemic did occur here? Some health officials believe this outbreak could be... (Read more about Prez Plan Questioned)

Have you had to deal with trying to find a quality internist or family practitioner, or getting in to see one. If you haven’t yet, just wait--because primary care doctors are a dying breed. The fact is, primary care doctors are leaving the... (Read more about Primary Care Crisis)

A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how... (Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)

There is a product on the market which supposedly can help people get over their intolerance to milk. It’s something many adults have to deal with. 25 percent of the white population, and almost 90 percent of blacks, Asians, and American... (Read more about Remedy or Ripoff Lactagen)

A new study released at the International Conference on Prevention of Dementia on June 11th suggests that treating other health factors - like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol can help slow the onset and severity of dementia... (Read more about Research Suggests Ways to Slow Alzheimer's)

There’s a good chance your child is heading off to camp, whether it’s sleep away or day camp. Believe it or not, there are a lot of health issues to consider, even if the camper is a healthy kid. Are the camps following appropriate protocols?... (Read more about SUMMER CAMP HEALTH)

A sprain is an injury to a ligament. A ligament is a thick, tough fibrous tissue that connects bones together. Commonly injured ligaments are in the ankle, knee and wrist. (Read more about Sprains & Strains)

With four children, 8 year old Tania, 6 year old Susie, 4 year old Ashley and 2 year old Michael, packing for the annual family vacation is a major production for mom, Antoinette. “I take towels, bathing suits, their wet shoes, medications like... (Read more about Summer Travel and Children)

You’ve probably heard that being in the sun is bad for you. But can the desire to bake in the sun actually be an addiction? That’s what the latest research suggests. In this day and age, when we are bombarded with the messages of how bad the... (Read more about TANNING ADDICTION)

There’s a good chance that if you have a teenager, it’s not the easiest thing in the world to get him or her to wake up in the morning and get to school on time. And believe it or not, they’re not to blame. We adults are a large part of the... (Read more about TEEN SLEEP CYCLE)

Children with ADHD often are inattentive, impulsive and hyperactive, which can interfere with their ability to function normally at home, or in academic and social settings. “When selecting toys for kids with ADHD, we are really looking for toys... (Read more about TOP 10 TOYS FOR CHILDREN WITH ADHD)

If you have a teenager, we have one question for ya: Ya having fun yet? So, your adolescents moods are getting you down? Well, there’s new research that may help further explain this ugly, but fortunately, transient behavior. (Read more about Teen Moodiness)

With a push of a button, 63 year old Dolores Brown, has a comprehensive check-up, right in the comfort of her own living room. “The advantages are saving money, being at home, not troubling too many people, and ah I feel confident with it in the... (Read more about Telehealth)

Dr. John Cahill discusses some of the challenges we face with infectious diseases that are constantly emerging and changing. SARS is an example of a virus that until several years ago, we had never heard about. So the possibility of new viruses... (Read more about The Challenge of Emerging Infectious Diseases)

Compared with high school students of the seventies, U.S. teens today rate themselves as far more intelligent, self-satisfied and able to be exceptional spouses, parents and workers, according to a recent study. Today's kids are also much more... (Read more about U.S. Teens Awash in Overconfidence)

Healthcare is unquestionably one of the essential items a family needs. But sadly, many Americans are uninsured. Now, new research shows there are many more than we had thought who can’t get the care they so desperately need. More than 40... (Read more about UNINSURED KIDS)

One of the new food guide recommendations released Wednesday by the USDA says we suggests an increased intake of whole grain foods. This has those in the grain industry celebrating, and rolling out new products almost immediately. “I don’t like... (Read more about WHOLE GRAINS)

Once thought to be a disease that only afflicted children, whooping cough cases are now increasingly common among adolescents and adults. With two vaccines developed to protect adults against the disease, whooping cough has once more become an... (Read more about WHOOPING COUGH BOOSTER STUDY)

By Dr. Chitti Moorthy -Director, Departments of Radiation Medicine and Radiology, New York Medical College, Valhalla , NY The cause of cancer lies deep within the building blocks of a person's cells (genes and DNA). If these blocks become... (Read more about What is Cancer?)

Once autumn arrives, Michael Panella can be found spending a lot of time outdoors. He loves taking on home projects that allow him to work in his back yard. But, the dropping temperature causes Michael’s rosacea, a flushing and redness of the... (Read more about Winterizing Your Skin)

A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people... (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)

You know, every year at this time, we talk about pollen counts and every year they always sound high. And it seems almost every year we’re saying this year is a bad allergy year. But this year really is a horrible year for allergies. In... (Read more about Worst Allergy Season Ever!)

Most people would npt consider a 35 year old a likely candidate for serious heart trouble, even if she is a young smoker. But new research shows that young smokers between 35 and 39 are at a significantly higher risk of heart attacks than their... (Read more about YOUNG SMOKERS)

Yoga may offer solutions for depression, anxiety and epilepsy. Reports from the World Health Organization and elsewhere estimate that mental illness comprises fifteen percent of the global disease burden. Depression and anxiety disorders... (Read more about Yoga Is a Possible Treatment For Depression)

New research out of the University of Rochester shows video games that contain high levels of action can actually improve your vision. People who played action video games for a few hours a day over the course of a month improved by about 20... (Read more about healthwrap_video games)