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Considering Implants? The Pros and Cons of Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation or breast enhancement can make your breasts larger or improve their appearance. But like any surgery, it does have risks.
Should You Join a Gym?
Gyms are only worth the price tag if you use them regularly. Keep these tips in mind when deciding if a gym is right for you.
Preventing Pregnancy: Choosing a Male Birth Control Method
Abstinence and sterilization are male birth control methods that almost always work. But men may want other options.
Athletes Need to Protect Against Heat Stroke: Expert
Taking simple steps during summer sports can prevent potentially fatal illness, athletic trainer says
Seasonal Changes Can Put Teens' Sleep/Wake Cycles Off Track
Longer daylight hours in spring spur hormonal changes linked to late bedtimes, less sleep, study finds
Many Horse Lovers Saddle Up Unsafely
Nearly a third were injured over past 3 years, largely in preventable accidents, expert finds
Research Illuminates How the Human Neck Developed
Using genetics, scientists discovered anatomical changes that helped the brain advance in people
Experts Support FDA Panel's Backing of New Blood Thinner
Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say
Experimental Diet Pill May Bring 'Modest' Weight Loss
Contrave combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction drug
When Others Drink, Your Genes May Lead You to Join Them
Specific DNA seems to trigger response to social drinking cues, study finds
Clean Water May Still Pose Health Risk for Swimmers
Microbes at sub-tropical beaches can cause stomach, respiratory problems, study finds
More Women to Get Health Insurance Under Affordable Care Act
Report finds 15 million will get coverage, while 14.5 million will get better coverage
Many Leaders Actually Want to Help Others: Study
European researchers challenge the common belief that most leaders are selfish, egoistic and exploitative
Genetic Tests Marketed to Consumers Can Be Dangerously Misleading
People eager to be screened should see a qualified genetic counselor first, experts warn
Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say
Menopause Treatment Could Harm Kids, Pets, FDA Warns
Agency reports cases where exposure to hormone spray for skin caused adverse reactions
Doctors, Patients Rarely on Same Page
Physicians often mistaken about patients' beliefs, feelings about their illness
Story-Telling More Difficult for Brain-Injured Children: Study
Parents can help by spending more time developing narratives, researchers suggest
Increased Risk of Violence Among Unsupervised Teen Groups
Hanging out with no adult presence a recipe for violence even in 'good' neighborhoods, study finds
New Data Supports Link Between Diabetes Drugs, Fractures
Avandia, Actos increase chances of broken bones in older men and women, study shows