Standing water, like the floods in Queensland, may bring a variety of water-borne diseases and illnesses to residents in direct contact.

The study shows a correlation between the amount of time individuals spend sitting down and indicating factors for heart disease and obesity.

Most mentally ill individuals cause no physical harm, and it is unknown that if those who do cause harm, would not have done so if treated.

New findings show that statins, drugs used to lower cholesterol, may actually cause additional harm on patients.

Protecting children from secondhand smoke exposure is vital to decrease risks of long-term health problems.

Stem-cell research has been an object of a lot of press, and this may be a situation where it can improve the lives of not only the young children, but the entire families as well.

Whether the decisions are bias or not, nursing homes show definite favoritism towards individuals without a mental illness rather than developing plans based on actual health needs.

Researchers found older adults who walked at a faster pace also noticed a longer life.

Extracts rich in antioxidants like green tea and pomegranate extracts have shown no negative side effects but have both shown to assist women with the discomfort associated with menopause.

New medications may improve specific autism symptoms, including brain function.