Drugs and Medications Features
- What Are Nootropics?
"Smart drugs" and supplements promise to boost your memory, concentration, and more. But can they really do that and are they safe? Here's what you should know about them.
- Meet Rosie: She Inspires Other Kids With Hair Loss
Rosie Quinn was 2 when she started losing her hair. Now at age 8, she’s embraced being bald, and she helps other kids who’ve lost hair due to medical conditions.
- Why Aren't More Teenagers Fully Vaccinated?
Too many U.S. children and teens are not getting all the vaccinations they need, a pediatric infectious disease specialist says. See the 2019 updates on vaccinations for children and teens.
- What Really Happens When You Have Twins (or More)
The birth of twins or triplets can be joyful but overwhelming. A medical doctor and mother of twins offers advice on navigating the first few months.
- How Pushups Can Help Men's Hearts
A recent study, of men and pushups, strengthens the case that muscle-building promotes heart health. "Even if you can only do a little exercise, you get tremendous benefits," a fitness expert says.
- 10 Anti-Aging Hair Care Tips
Hair experts share their best anti-aging hair care tips and tricks to keep your strands looking healthy and youthful to represent your individual style.
- Crowdsourcing to Fund Rare Disease Research
Some families decide to fund treatment research and development themselves as they race against time to find a cure for diseases that are too rare to be notice by big drug companies.
- Can Early Exposure Fix Food Allergies?
Evidence suggests that slow, sustained exposure to peanuts under a doctor’s care may cut the odds of an accidental reaction down the line in kids and adults.
- Ways to Talk to Loved Ones About Your Brain Health
Tips on how to discuss brain changes with family and how they can help you.
- This Nurse and Organ Donor Got a Hero’s Goodbye
Hospital employees honor a late co-worker -- a nurse who'd worked in health care for 39 years -- who donated her organs.
- Lower Your Odds of Getting Dementia
The number of people with dementia is growing. The mind-robbing disease has no cure, but research shows how you may be able to lower your chances of having it.
- What to Know About the Quality of Your Medications
Michael Kopcha, PhD, a registered pharmacist and the director of the Office of Pharmaceutical Quality at the FDA, answers questions about drug quality.
- Brain Games: Mental Stimulation Keeps Dogs' Minds Sharp
Like their owners, dogs can have mental decline. Medications can help slow this decline, and a study says mental stimulation could also improve brain health.
- The Importance of Screening Tests
People can miss screening tests they need as they get older. Talk to your doctor about these four tests to help lessen your risk of certain health conditions.
- 10 Questions for Common
Award-winning actor and musician Common answers questions about love, family, health, and what he likes most about acting.
- Chris Hemsworth Is an Everyday Superhero
“Thor” star Chris Hemsworth talks about fitness, family, anxiety, and why every child deserves the type of support, care, and love that he got from his parents.
- Nike Mannequins Come in All Sizes
The sportswear brand Nike has introduced new, inclusive mannequins to their Niketown stores in London that include representations of physically disabled and plus-sized athletes.
- Reunited: Babies Visit Hospital Staff Who Cared for Them
More than 90 families of babies who spent time in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta reunited in early May to celebrate their progress since they left the hospital.
- Doctor-Approved Tips to Fight Pregnancy Back Pain
From 50% to 70% of women have back pain at some point in their pregnancy. You can ease the ache with these simple tips.
- What to Do About Age Spots
What are age spots, the flat, light-brown spots that pop up on your skin as you age? Does the sun alone cause them? What can treat them, and when should you see a doctor? A dermatology professor explains.
- Do Mindfulness Apps Really Help Your Health?
Technology can bring nonstop, alarmist news alerts, online arguments, and "fear of missing out." Can it, in the form of mindfulness apps, also help correct the problem?
- Monitors Can Watch Baby's Breathing, but at What Risk?
A new type of baby monitor checks sleeping children’s vital signs. But a pediatricians group says it found no evidence they help prevent SIDS in healthy babies, and a study says the monitors are often inaccurate.
- The Risks of Becoming a Dad Later in Life
As more men over 40 are becoming dads, a study says older men may be more likely to father children with health woes. But the overall risk of birth problems remains low, an expert says.
- 7 Best Natural Ingredients for Your Skin
The beauty world has many high-tech devices and cutting-edge ingredients. But sometimes, simple, natural things might work just as well as those created by scientific engineering.
- Is Sleep Tracking Wrecking Your Slumber?
These gadgets are meant to measure your sleep. As it turns out, this info may not always be helpful. Learn the pros and cons of sleep tracking.
- Work With Your Doctor to Find the Right MS Treatment
Finding the right MS treatment isn’t easy because the disease affects everyone differently. Having a good relationship with your doctor can make medication adherence more likely, especially when you need to experiment with different drugs to find a good fit.
- 10 Questions With Caterina Scorsone
10 Questions With Caterina Scorsone
- 'Sesame Street' Welcomes a Foster Child Character
There’s a new Muppet in town on Sesame Street. Her name is Karli, and she’s a little girl who lives with a foster family.
- Emma Thompson Reflects on Life, Loss, and Resilience
At 60, Academy Award-winning actor and screenwriter Emma Thompson wonders what's next: "How do I feel about dying? Am I ready to look at that?"
- Managing Your Chronic Constipation
Long-term constipation can make you want to put your life on hold. Learn how to manage your symptoms so you can get through your day.
- A Closer Look at Naturally Derived Drugs
The director of the FDA’s Office of Pharmaceutical Quality talks about drugs that come from natural sources, how they’re classified, and how their quality is controlled.
- The Very Real Risk of Using Baby Walkers
A recent study says about 2,000 babies visit emergency rooms each year with walker-related injuries; an injury research expert warns about their dangers.
- Teens Uniquely Vulnerable to Marijuana's Effects
Remember being told to "just say no" to marijuana and other drugs? Researchers now say "just not yet" to teens considering marijuana, as the drug may affect brain growth.
- Trevor Noah Raises His Voice for Others
Comedian Trevor Noah speaks up about charity, his health, success, reverence for education, and the “beautiful dance” of luck and hard work.
- 10 Questions for Josh Gad
Actor, producer, and writer Josh Gad shares his personal health philosophy, and he talks about fatherhood, his anxiety, and animating characters.
- What Is Your Partner Who Doesn't Have ADHD Thinking?
If you have ADHD, you may sense your partner is sometimes frustrated by your behavior, but you might not know exactly what's bothering her -- or what to do about it. Everyone's different, but there are some common things like disorganization, forgetfulness, or blurting out your thoughts, that can trigger friction.
- The Loneliness Epidemic Has Very Real Consequences
Feeling alone ranks up there with smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity in terms of its effects on your health, an expert says.
- Teens' Lack of Sleep Tied to Heart Disease Risk
Most kids aren't getting enough sleep, and it's putting their heart health at risk, a new study says.
- Health Risks After Hysterectomies
New research shows that hysterectomies can raise your odds of having other health problems later in life. So if your doctor recommends one, consider your options.
- Looking to Make Big Weight Changes? Start Small
Have you resolved to lose weight? A dietitian suggests breaking your big weight loss goal into smaller, more realistic steps you can take to improve your quality of life.
- How Artificial Intelligence Helps in Health Care
Artificial intelligence is here, and it's fundamentally changing medicine. Read how it has affected things like personalized care, and see what a critic has to say.
- What Is the Spoon Theory?
The spoon theory is a way to describe what it’s like to live with chronic diseases. Learn what it means, who coined the phrase, and how “spoonies” use it in daily life.
- Treat Your Dog's Pain and Lameness
What can you do if your dog shows signs of lameness or pain? And how can you prevent them? Here's what a veterinary expert recommends.
- A Tech Time-Out for Parents of Toddlers
Researchers suggest guidelines for how and when parents should use electronic devices when their small children are competing for their time.
- Key Changes for Car Seat Safety
Car seat guidelines have changed, and they'll keep your child safer, longer, the author of a new statement on car seat safety says.
- 10 Questions for Tyler Perry
As he says goodbye to Madea, his signature character, Tyler Perry reflects on his family, success, giving back, and how he stays healthy.
- Padma Lakshmi Sheds Light on Endometriosis
Padma Lakshmi, the author, entrepreneur, and Emmy-nominated host of Bravo TV’s Top Chef, talks about her long journey to discovering her endometriosis and her role as an advocate.
- Build Your Psoriasis Support System
Get support and connect with others by joining psoriasis communities and networks.
- One-Handed NFL Star Lifts Spirits -- and a Toddler
Seattle Seahawks star Shaquem Griffin aims to inspire children like Joseph who have a limb difference.
- How to Stay Positive With Psoriasis
Psoriasis doesn’t have to rule your life. You can stay upbeat and comfortable in the skin you’re in.