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Blood Test Might Predict Type 1 Diabetes in Children, Study Finds
Preliminary results show promise for

Evidence of two autoantibodies signaled a 70 percent risk, researchers say

Fewer Young Americans Lack Health Care Coverage
But 45 million Americans overall still don't have

But 45 million Americans overall still don't have health insurance

Polluted Air Linked to Autism Risk
International study looked at more than 3 million

Pregnant women who live with smog at higher risk, but experts caution the finding is not definitive

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Best and Worst Supplements and Herbs
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Some supplements are good for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Some are dangerous. WebMD explains which supplements and herbs may help relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and which ones you should never take.

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Smoking, and Drinking Alcohol
Mid aged woman smoking cigarette

WebMD talks to experts about how smoking and drinking affect rheuamtoid arthritis.

Lots of Americans Want Health Care Via Their Smartphone
Only 21 percent of those interviewed say they're

But all too often, the demand outpaces the technology to deliver it, Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds

Could 'Moderate' Drinking Be Safe During Pregnancy?
Babies of women with alcohol problems during or

British study finds no problems with balance in kids, but some experts have concerns about the findings

Concussion Damage Looks Much Like Early Alzheimer's: Study
Medication activates areas associated with the

Preliminary finding suggests mild brain injury triggers long-lasting abnormalities in white matter

Gene Variants May Play Role in Obesity
Scientists able to identify men who had donated

But findings don't explain exactly how they are connected

How Tall Will I Be: Tips on Predicting Your Height
Teen having height measured by doctor

WebMD discusses ways to help determine what you can expect when it comes to your final height.

Red Meat Linked to Increased Diabetes Risk
Large study finds higher consumption increases

Large study finds higher consumption increases risk, but experts are at odds with findings

Statins Plus Certain Antibiotics May Set Off Toxic Reaction: Study
It may be contributing to growing problem of

Harmful effects in older patients include muscle, kidney damage, researchers say

Skipping Breakfast May Raise Diabetes Risk
Overweight women who ate morning meal had lower

Overweight women who ate morning meal had lower blood sugar, better insulin response in small study

Arizona OK's Medicaid Expansion
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Arizona lawmakers have approved Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act. - WebMD

Saturated Fat May Make the Brain Vulnerable to Alzheimer's
Study found those who ate fried, salty foods and

Researchers say a small, new study shows that fat cut the body's level of a chemical that keeps Alzheimer's at bay

Kids With Autism May Find Human Voice Unpleasant
MRI shows weaker connection to brain's reward

MRI shows weaker connection to brain's reward center in those who have high-functioning autism

BPA Exposure Tied to Undescended Testicles in Boys
While study did not show cause and effect, expert

Early study doesn't prove that common chemical causes the condition, experts say

Teen Boys: Building Muscle Tips, Calories, Exercise, and More

WebMD provides tips for teen guys who want to bulk up. Get diet and nutrition advice, as well as safety tips.

Pets Battling Cancer Can Join Clinical Trials Too
Vets, physicians say a new system may speed up

Vets, physicians say a new system may speed up drug discovery for dogs, cats and humans

How to Talk With Your Partner About ED

Talking with your partner about erectile dysfunction can be the first step toward better sex.

Volunteering May Be Good for the Heart in More Ways Than One
Time spent helping others linked to lower blood

Time spent helping others linked to lower blood pressure in older adults, study finds

Steroid Injections for Back Pain Linked to Spinal Fracture Risk
Study of older adults doesn't prove that steroids

Study of older adults doesn't prove that steroids are to blame, but experts advise caution

Early, Severe Flu Season Caused Big Rise in Child Deaths: CDC
Researchers are harnessing the body's immune

Senior hospitalizations also up during 2012-13 onslaught, U.S. health officials say

Endoscopes Not Always Cleaned Properly: Study
Used to examine patients' gastrointestinal

Used to examine patients' gastrointestinal tracts, dirty devices might pose infection risk

Baldness Drug Propecia May Put Some Men Off Alcohol: Study
Study found those who lived in states where it

Men with sexual side effects appear to drink less, even after they stop taking the drug

Did Men's Yen for Younger Women Cause Menopause?
Study found bias may have sidelined older women

Study found bias may have sidelined older women sexually, prompted changes that led to infertility

Dads Who Bond With Kids Help Keep Marriage Strong
Convulsive status epilepticus could have

Sharing housework also key, study found, as is open communication with spouse

Supreme Court Rules That Human Genes Can't Be Patented
Decision should have profound impact on medicine,

Decision should have profound impact on medicine, gene-testing industry

Thin Kids, Weight Problems

Just because your child is thin doesn't mean she's healthy. She could still have weight issues.

Exercise and Your Kid's Brain

Exercise is great for your child's body and brain. It helps with thinking, mood, sleep, and more.

Deep Brain Stimulation Studied as Last-Ditch Obesity Treatment
Study found more short-range connections, fewer

No major side effects seen in 3 patients over nearly 3 years

Restless Legs Syndrome Tied to Earlier Death Risk
Older men with condition have 39 percent increase

Older men with condition have 39 percent increase in mortality, study suggests

More Evidence Links BPA to Childhood Obesity
However, study is preliminary and MS still rare

Study finds preteen girls who had high levels of common chemical were twice as likely to be overweight

Medicine Might Help Shield Injection Drug Abusers From HIV
Flublok easier to produce quickly and in large

Study found 70 percent drop in new infections among addicts who adhered closely to tenofovir treatment

Scientists Find New Clues to Early Onset Alzheimer's
Agency points to need for medications that could

Too much plaque-building protein produced in people with certain genes, study finds

Pesticide Exposure Linked to Changes in Fetal Movement: Study
What works for singletons doesn't necessarily

Findings underscore need to protect developing brain, researcher says

Even 'Hands-Free' Devices Unsafe While Driving: Report
They cause mental distraction that can lead to

They cause mental distraction that can lead to crashes, experts warn

Standard Rheumatoid Arthritis Therapy as Good as Costlier Newcomer: Study
Damage to the tissue that cushions joints occurs

Biologic drug Enbrel wasn't better for patients who didn't respond to methotrexate alone

Short Strolls After Meals May Lower Diabetes Risk
Jamaican study eased people back into walking

Walking 15 minutes three times a day was better for blood sugar levels than one 45-minute walk, small study found

Will New Gout Findings Get a Toehold?
Flare-ups most likely if condition starts in

Flare-ups most likely if condition starts in joints such as knee or elbow, researchers say

Q&A With Common
Common

Musician/actor Common talks about his latest film, his health, being a dad, and his Common Ground Foundation.

Q&A With Nick Lachey
Nick Lachey

The singer, songwriter, an actor talks about how having a baby has changed his life and music.

Personal Best: Jordana Brewster
Jordana Brewster

"Dallas" star Jordana Brewster shares her healthy living secrets. Plus what's always in her fridge – and her purse.

How Carmelo Anthony Stays On the Ball
Carmelo Anthony

NBA star Carmelo Anthony scores points for his team and the young people who follow in his footsteps.

Sleep Apnea May Boost Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
Large Norwegian study looked at poor sleep

Study findings bolster suspected link between sleep disorder and heart-related death

Heavier Pregnant Women Tend to Deliver Prematurely
What works for singletons doesn't necessarily

In large Swedish study, risk rose along with the mother's weight

Blood Tests May Predict COPD Flare-Ups
Signs of chronic inflammation in the blood linked

Signs of chronic inflammation in the blood linked to faster deterioration of lung function

Social Toll of Hearing Loss Could Be Cause for Alarm
Study found seniors who struggled with hearing

Higher rates of hospitalization, illness and depression for seniors reported in study

CDC: 87 Now Sickened in Hepatitis A Outbreak Tied to Frozen Berry Mix
CDC says recalled product was sold at Costco,

All infections traced to product sold at Costco stores, agency says

Only 5 Percent of Restroom Patrons Wash Hands Properly, Study Finds
And 1 in 10 don't scrub up at all after flushing.

And 1 in 10 don't scrub up at all after flushing