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THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- Older people prefer to read negative news stories about the young, possibly because it makes them feel better about themselves, a new study suggests. "The more time they spent with negative news about young people, the higher...

If you’re new to massages, all the types and techniques can be a little overwhelming. WebMD answers common massage questions and explains the different styles.

If you’re new to massages, all the types and techniques can be a little overwhelming. WebMD answers common massage questions and explains the different styles.

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- Over the last 10 years, the percentage of Americans who took at least one prescription drug in the past month increased from 44 percent to 48 percent, says a federal government study released Thursday. Use of two or more drugs...

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- The mystery of why some people are more likely to become addicted to opioid painkillers has been partially unraveled by the Geisinger Health System in Pennsylvania. Its researchers found that the group most vulnerable to...

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- As Hurricane Earl, packing 145 mph winds, crept closer to the U.S. east coast Thursday, federal officials urged residents to take steps to protect themselves and their property. Forecasters were trying to pinpoint how close the...

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- As the provisions of the Affordable Care Act begin to be implemented, many small businesses in the United States will be able to take advantage of new tax credits, a new report shows. During the first phase of the act, some...

People who take Abbott's weight-loss pill Meridia have a higher risk of non-fatal heart attack and stroke, a study sponsored by the drug's maker finds.

-- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com: Type 2 Diabetes If you qualify for this study of type 2 diabetes, you will receive, at no cost study medication, study-related health exams and possible compensation for...

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay: Michael Douglas Says He'll Beat Throat Cancer Actor Michael Douglas says he's treating his recently-diagnosed throat tumor as "a curable...

-- Cirrhosis is the medical term used to describe the slow deterioration of the liver as a result of chronic injury to the organ. The U.S. National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse says cirrhosis causes scarring of the liver, which can...

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- Military veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, are more likely to develop dementia than those without the disorder, according to researchers at a Veterans Affairs medical center in Texas. The results were...

THURSDAY, Sept. 2 -- Many Americans have skewed perceptions when it comes to their weight, often believing they are lighter than they actually are, even when the scales are shouting otherwise, a new poll finds. As part of the Harris...

-- A bit of preparation can make bath time less stressful for parents and safer for baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics offers these suggestions: Fill the tub before you put baby into it. Place the soap and shampoo next to the tub. Grab one or...

Many people fail to rev up their exercise regimen before they leave for a ski vacation -- and the sudden burst of activity on the slopes puts them at risk for heart attack, researchers say.

The drugs apixaban and Xarelto are effective at preventing deadly blood clots, new studies show.

A research review finds that new moms have little sex drive in the first months after delivery.

In the wake of actor Michael Douglas's announcement that he has stage IV throat cancer, WebMD answers frequently asked questions about the disease.

People over 50 get a self-esteem boost when they read negative news about young adults, a study shows.

Older people with high blood pressure who drink one to two cups of coffee a day have more elastic blood vessels than those who drink less or more, Greek researchers report.