Medicines can make skin sun-sensitive Certain antibiotics, antihistamines and pain relievers can make skin more vulnerable to damage or allergic reactions when exposed to sunlight. Read more
Allergies and Asthma Information on sneezing, wheezing and other breathing problems.
Traveling with allergies and asthma Traveling to different parts of the country may expose you to different—and maybe more—allergens and asthma triggers than you're used to. Read more
Number of cancer survivors increasing Currently, about 13.7 million people in this country are cancer survivors. Over the next decade, that number is expected to rise to about 18 million—an increase of more than 30 percent. Read more
Health News Recent research findings and health updates.
Dessert at breakfast may help reduce diet cravings, study says In a study, people who ate a breakfast packed with proteins and carbohydrates—and who enjoyed a small dessert in the morning too—felt less hunger, had fewer cravings and were more successful keeping weight off than others who dieted but didn’t have the sweet morning treat. Read more
Dermatologists offer advice on choosing sunscreen The public still does not completely understand how to choose the right sunscreen or how often to apply sunscreen, according to a new survey by the American Academy of Dermatology. Read more
Antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea a growing problem The last treatment option for gonorrhea—cephalosporin—is becoming ineffective against the infection, according to reports from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read more
Heart Health Information on heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular conditions.
Soy doesn't improve overall thinking abilities after menopause, study finds “Our study provides strong evidence that soy supplements should not be used by postmenopausal women with the main goal of enhancing overall cognitive ability,” said study author Victor W. Henderson, MD. “On the other hand, a diet high in soy protein does not appear to have any harmful effect on thinking skills, either.” Read more