Ever since he was a child, Jasmin Bambur dreamed of going to the Olympics. In college, he played competitive handball and was close to making the national team that would take him to the big games.
"Living Well" expert Dr. Jennifer Shu has advice on how to deal with pesky allergies.
Ever since he was a child, Jasmin Bambur dreamed of going to the Olympics. In college, he played competitive handball and was close to making the national team that would take him to the big games.
"Living Well" expert Dr. Jennifer Shu has advice on how to deal with pesky allergies.
One medical journal says non-melanoma skin cancer is reaching epidemic proportions. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
What are the effects on your of health using antidepressants for 20 or so years?
Erectile dysfunction is a strong predictor of death in men with cardiovascular disease, according to new research out this week.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta interviews double amputee Aimee Mullins on pushing physical limits with technology.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports on a study that suggests that some ads could influence 174,000 underage girls to smoke.
How far can athletes push the limits with technology? CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta interviews double amputee, Aimee Mullins.
An Atlanta pastor encourages his congregation to get HIV tests, and leads by example. WSB's John Bachman reports.
Exposure to debris at Ground Zero may be linked to heart problems in police officers, according to a new study announced Saturday.
My 9-year-old son has had a swollen lymph node in his neck for four months. All his blood tests came back normal. It does go up and down in size. Doctors and surgeons say it is just a swollen lymph node and it will go down. Can you please give me some more information on this?
Rafael Fernandez walks into the Bronx, New York, medical clinic, with his eyes wide open.
On a Saturday at the Lamar Edward Salon, a small cluster of women watch a demonstration of a new product.
A new report shows that half of all women who die during pregnancy could be saved. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
CNN's Kate Bolduan reports on a first-of-its-kind effort to give out female condoms as a way to protect women from AIDS.
Singer and activist Annie Lennox wants the world to know that the HIV virus and the debilitating condition it causes, AIDS, are the leading killers of women of reproductive age in the world.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on a virtual program that shows teens the consequences of distracted or impaired driving.
A federal court ruled Friday that the evidence supporting an alleged causal link between autism and a mercury-containing preservative in vaccines is unpersuasive, and that the families of children diagnosed with autism are not entitled to compensation.
Middle- and high school students may look to their teachers as mentors or even friends. In rare but high-profile cases, experts say, the relationship may go too far, into the sexual realm.
Ethan Merbaum knows all too well the feeling of not getting a good night's rest, of lying in bed with nothing happening and being tired without being able to fall asleep. He knows all about watching his grades plummet and even about falling asleep in class.
Deaths from pregnancy and childbirth in the United States have doubled in the past 20 years, a development that a human rights group called "scandalous and disgraceful" Friday.
Suksma Ratri separated from her husband after suffering ongoing domestic violence. But four years ago, the young mother from Indonesia found out her ex-husband had become extremely ill, and possibly had AIDS.
I have repeatedly heard about the hCG diet, with many claims about tremendous weight loss on a very restrictive diet and the hCG oral drops. I have been skeptical of the results, even though there are many avid fans. Is this a good diet for people needing to lose 20-30 pounds?
The town of Petite Riviere de L'Artibonite lies two hours north of Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Authorities are investigating six possible cases of bacterial meningitis -- including two deaths -- in rural Oklahoma elementary school students.
CNN's Randi Kaye reports on rising health insurance premiums and what can be done about them.
A study finds those who smoke long-term time have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's. HLN's Christi Paul reports
When their kids turn 12, parents are concerned about peers pressuring them to smoke cigarettes, drink and use drugs, but it turns out 12-year-olds are doing something else: getting high on inhalants.
For five days, Alexis Moore carefully planned how she would take her own life. She's not a violent person, so she knew handguns were out. She settled on vodka instead, to be followed by a bottle of Xanax.
A new study confirms that smoking cuts the risk of Parkinson's. CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports.
Healthier men, no matter their age, are going to have better sex more frequently and desire it more often than healthier women.
As much as 16 percent of the U.S. population between the ages of 14 and 49 has genital herpes, according to a government study released Tuesday.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen talks about how health plays a large part in having an active sex life as you age.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports on a new study warning that the number of injuries in kids sports is increasing.
Understanding delayed sleep phase syndrome is paramount in treating it. HLN's Christi Paul reports.
I have been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis. It would seem like every six months or so, I have an episode where I am unable to go to work for about three days because I develop a temperature, swollen lymph nodes, (recently, swollen, inflammed tonsils) headaches and skin flora on my scalp. How is skin flora associated with sinusitis? Will this ever stop?
Dr. Jennifer Shu explains why fingernails turn brown and has treatment suggestions for keloid scars and stretch marks.
Francisca Terrazas could not be left alone.
CNN's Christi Paul reports more blacks and Hispanics suffer from Alzheimer's than whites.
Eating the wrong food and gaining too much weight can clog arteries with fatty deposits, potentially leading to life-threatening heart attacks and strokes.
Margaret Pelleriti's son Michael was a straight-A student in 11th grade. His mother didn't know anything was wrong the day he took a gun to the train tracks and shot himself in the head.
High in fat and calories, nuts were a dieting no-no during the low-fat era. Now these nutrient-packed powerhouses are making a comeback as a top heart-healthy snack.
This week, Dr. Charles Raison offers part two of his answer to the viewer question: Can a 9- or 10-year-old be bipolar?
Your racial and ethnic background can shape many aspects of your life: the type of food you eat, where you live, and your political views.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen says a new poll shows that race may play a role in how much sleep you get.
Celebrity chef and accomplished triathlete Rocco DiSpirito talks about how to eat for triathlon training.
Haitian couple awaits a DNA test to prove a baby flown to the U.S. after the earthquake is theirs.
Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton gives Fit Nation a few tips on triathlon success.
Wherever she goes, Nadine Devilme carries with her a small bag decorated with yellow ducks and filled with her most treasured possessions: photographs of herself pregnant, a tiny blue Bible inscribed with her infant daughter's name, her daughter's records from the pediatrician, and the dried up remnants of her umbilical cord.
Some women avoid drinking calorie-filled cocktails, wine, and beer because they're worried about packing on the pounds. Now, a new study suggests that women who are moderate drinkers actually tend to gain less weight over time than teetotalers.
Parents who say that a range of preventive vaccines given their young children can cause serious health problems will have their appeal heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta finds out a simple way to prevent thousands of deaths caused by hospital infections.
Thousands die from hospital infections annually. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta shows how a simple checklist is changing things.
The song "Fight Like a Girl" inspires one woman diagnosed with breast cancer. CNN's Fredricka Whitfield reports.
Does oatmeal lose nutritional value if reheated, and is sugar-free ice cream good for you? Dr. Melina Jampolis tells us.
California's budget woes threatens the mental health of poor children who rely on help. CNN's Thelma Gutierrez reports.
New in town, Brandy Preston reasoned that it was only lunch. She liked the fact that there were no strings attached. If she didn't like the person, she could just say, "It was nice to meet you," and leave.
I have a preadolescent son who has developed a rash on his abdomen, shoulders/top of his arms, chest area, upper/lower back and portions of his neck, but NOT on his face. He is not itchy or in pain, but we waited a few days and then took him to his pediatrician. They said it is rosacea. Is it possible for it to be this widespread?
Snoring can cause serious health problems, including sleep apnea. We go 'Beyond The Surface' to learn more.
CNN's Anderson Cooper talks to "Food, Inc." director Robert Kenner about the safety of our food.
Olympic gold medalist figure skater Scott Hamilton returns to the ice after years away.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen says readers have shared remarkable stories of exorbitant medical expenses.
My husband, who is 50, learned he had type 2 diabetes in March 2008. He also has hypertension. Are there any healthy alternatives to the processed frozen entrees we find in the grocery stores? I am trying to make him healthy foods but it is difficult.
Federal health authorities announced Thursday the recall of a commonly used flavor enhancer after samples of the product were found to contain salmonella.
New York Jet Kerry Rhodes is fit on and off the field, and he shows you how to be fit. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
A new study finds that being physically fit can help with academic performance as CNN's Christi Paul reports.
In the 1950s, when Dr. Andy Moore's father was the first plastic surgeon in town, many residents didn't have health insurance. But Dr. Andrew Moore Sr. believed that medicine was about service.
The first week of each month, Karen and Jerry Vaneman pack their car for a four-hour drive from Asheville, North Carolina, to the medical complex at Duke University. Inside the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center, Karen waits patiently as a parade of doctors and technicians pokes and prods, taking samples of all kinds. On this day alone, she gives 21 vials of blood.
When Heather Staples' 6-year-old daughter, Sophia, fell and cut her eyebrow, Staples knew her daughter might need stitches. But instead of running straight to an emergency room, Staples took a few minutes to compare prices at nearby emergency rooms.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on a new therapy for severe asthma patients.
In a home office, slipped inside file cabinets and stacked on top of workspaces, Cindy Holtzman has amassed a collection of "medical waste." She's not hoarding used syringes or old bandages. She's hanging on to hospital bills that are loaded with outrageous examples of money that was poorly spent.
Do you cough, wheeze, or get short of breath when you exercise in cold weather? You could have asthma, but you've got plenty of company. Exercise-induced asthma is surprisingly common among people who work out in cold climates, whether they're jogging around the neighborhood or gunning for gold in Vancouver.
Is it harmful to take extra Novolog [a form of injectable insulin] before eating a meal? There are times when I am not at a place where I can read the carb information on menus; therefore, I estimate the number of insulin units I take right before eating.
Most men 50 and older should seriously consider the potential risks of treatment before deciding whether to be screened for prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society said Wednesday in revised guidelines.
Diana Tirpak was so sure her leukemia was going to kill her, she bought a suit for her husband, Jake, to wear at her funeral.
U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan targeted in roadside bomb attacks will be pulled from duty and examined for 24 hours before being cleared for battle again, Pentagon officials told CNN Tuesday.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen reports on how one hospital has reduced medical costs for a substantial savings.
A new study estimates that food-borne illnesses sicken 76 million people every year. CNN's John Roberts reports.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen talks to a recovering sex addict and also explores some of the medical opinions about sex addiction.
Teenage marijuana smokers are at higher risk for developing psychoses -- such as schizophrenia, hallucinations and delusions -- compared with those who don't smoke marijuana, a new study says.
Age doesn't have to be the deciding factor about how long we enjoy running, as CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
When Jack Rogers first heard media reports of Tiger Woods' multiple extramarital affairs, the first thing he did was say a little prayer for Woods and his wife. The second thing he did was tally up the number of women who claimed to have had sex with the famous golfer.
Dr. Otis Brawley shares his expertise on bowel incontinence, probiotic dependance and early diabetes.
Low-carb and low-fat diet results are about the same long term. Susan Hendricks reports.
The task set by a food blogger seemed deceptively simple: Eat real food for a month.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on how blood from umbilical cords can save the lives of cancer patients.
CNN's Elizabeth Cohen shows how bargain shopping for medical costs can save thousands of dollars.
Can a 9- or 10-year-old get a true diagnosis of bipolar disorder?
When Ryan Wallace got a diagnosis of autism at age 2, his parents never thought they'd hear him speak.
Temple Grandin, an autistic professor, speaks with CNN after her recent TED talk. She says being autistic is a blessing.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta goes beyond the debate with a conservative who wants universal health care.
A medical billing advocate shows CNN's Elizabeth Cohen some of the wasteful charges she's seen in bills.
CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with a conservative who says health care is destroying our economy.
Why does the cold wind make my head hurt, even when I wear earmuffs?
Dr. W.G. Watson is 100 years old, making him the oldest known practicing physician in the U.S.
A Vanderbilt study looks at a new, but unproved, occupational therapy that helps some autistic children learn to speak.
Political, religious and sexual behaviors may be reflections of intelligence, a new study finds.
Would purchasing health insurance across state lines lower health care costs? CNN's Poppy Harlow takes a look.
Gather current and former Mossville, Louisiana, residents in a room and you're likely to hear a litany of health problems and a list of friends and relatives who died young.
Becki Coats was embarrassed, so embarrassed that she didn't want to show pictures of herself with her new grandchild.
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