Archive:

March 2015

What’s your chance of living another 10 years?

New formula can tell you. No crystal ball required.

Diet sodas linked to widening waistlines

But it's not clear whether the noncaloric drinks are a direct cause.

Prostate cancer family history linked to breast cancer risk

Doctors urged to ask about medical history of first-degree male relatives.

Yuck! Avoid drinking beer pong brew

Researchers find that pingpong balls used in popular drinking game become bacterial missiles.

Man’s fertility takes a hit with tough jobs

Exertion, high blood pressure can cause low sperm count.

Spock’s final mission: Raising awareness of COPD

In the wake of Leonard Nimoy's death, scientists announce a significant finding in the battle against a major killer.

Jury still out on hormone therapy

New study casts doubt on dangers of the therapy for hot flash treatment.

Patient Story

Young and healthy—with Type 1 diabetes

Coming to grips with her diagnosis, Nicole Etrheim got busy, learning about diabetes, adjusting her lifestyle and networking with others.

A sense of purpose may help your heart

Study finds physical rewards in meaningful activity.

Just call him Dr. Dog

Specially trained pooch sniffs out thyroid cancer with a 90 percent accuracy rate.

Gynecologic oncologists wage war on cancer

Team works to save patients' hopes, dreams and ability to live life, completely.

Patient Story

Born with a heart defect? Live a fuller life today

Less than 10 percent of adults born with heart defects are getting the right care. We aim to change that.