Know the signs of Alzheimer's disease Some small memory lapses are a normal part of the aging process. But when someone forgets the names of family members or what the car keys are for, it may be a sign of an underlying problem. Read more
Can vitamin D prevent diabetes? Study seeks to find out "This study aims to definitively answer the question: Can vitamin D reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?" said Myrlene Staten, MD, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Read more
BPA could raise risk for miscarriage, study finds Pregnant women exposed to the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) may have a significantly increased risk of miscarriage, according to a small study. However, the FDA maintains exposure levels are too low for concern. Read more
Men's libido linked to estrogen levels, not just testosterone "The biggest surprise was that some of the symptoms routinely attributed to testosterone deficiency are actually partially or almost exclusively caused by the decline in estrogens…" said Joel Finkelstein, MD, lead author of a study. Read more
Smoking takes a toll on your bones Smoking starves your bones of oxygen and other nutrients and may contribute to problems such as osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Read more