The chemotherapy drug Alimta can be used as a maintenance treatment for advanced cases of non-small cell lung cancer, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Monday. Non-small cell lung ...

Law Offers Genetic Testing Protections A new law that took effect Saturday protects Americans from being forced by employers or health insurers to undergo genetic testing. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act prohibits employers from...

Health Tip: Treating an Ingrown Toenail An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail grows into the skin. It can be quite painful and become infected, so it's important to take prompt care of an ingrown toenail as soon as it's recognized. The...

Health Care Reform Bill Moves to Senate Floor for Debate Senate Democrats managed to push health care reform legislation past a key hurdle on Saturday night, with a cloture vote that will lead to a debate on the Senate floor later this month, the...

Health Tip: Help Prevent Bunions A bunion is a painful protrusion at the base of the big toe that can make even walking a chore. A severe bunion can affect the alignment of several toes, causing some to...

U.S. Military Studying PTSD Risk Factors U.S. military researchers are trying to identify genetic and other factors that may help single out soldiers most at risk for post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. A better understanding of underlying...