Electromagnetic therapy shows promise for brain cancer
When added to chemotherapy, technique called tumor-treating fields improves survival, early research shows
Global Innovations: Health
Prosthetic iris gives man new view of the world
A groundbreaking surgery at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia is allowing patients with missing or damaged irises the chance to see better
3D printing helps give badly burned boy a new nose
After a tragic accident, a teenage boy is getting a second chance at a normal life thanks to new facial reconstructive surgery technology
3D printing helps doctors safely deliver baby
Before little Conan was born, doctors weren't sure if his airways would be blocked; 3D technology helped them decide what to do
New trial to treat Alzheimer's seen as "game changing"
"For the first time I think we have a chance to really change the course of Alzheimer's disease," says the lead doctor on the clinical trial
Deaf child hears mother's voice, does "happy dance"
New type of procedure called an auditory brainstem implant helps a little girl hear for the first time
Tiny medical device helps glaucoma patients see
The iStent is barely visible to the naked eye but it's helping patients with this common disease save their vision
Runner's robotic rehab
Exoskeleton devices help a former marathon runner get back on his feet after suffering a stroke at age 37
Robotics help marathon runner get back on his feet
Young athlete who suffered a stroke is now using exoskeleton robotics to regain his mobility and strength
Scientists create beating heart tissue in a dish
Researchers hope tissues could help with drug testing and one day even lead to lab-grown heart replacements
Stem cells transformed into heart tissue
Process could someday lead to new drug treatments for heart disease or even lab-created hearts for transplants.
7-year-old gets new grip on life from 3D printer
Prosthetic arms or legs normally cost thousands of dollars, but a UNC student has made a functioning hand at a much more affordable price
A life-saving alternative to open heart surgery
The success of a new procedure called TAVR is exceeding expectations and could offer hope to patients too sick for traditional surgery
Inside a groundbreaking heart surgery
A non-invasive heart procedure could soon save many more lives. Ines Novacic reports.
How 3D printing could revolutionize burn treatment
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
Photos: 3D printing and the future of burn treatment
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
3D skin printer could revolutionize burn care
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
How biometrics help keep hospital records secure
A palm scanning system is said to be "100 percent more accurate than fingerprints"
Cell transplant helps paralyzed man walk again
Cells harvested from the patient's nose helped return function to a damaged spinal cord
Watch: Paralyzed groom walks down aisle with help of robotic device
Matt Ficarra has been paralyzed since a boating accident three years ago, but that didn't stop him from walking down the aisle
Doctors begin to practice "web-side" manner
As waiting rooms fill up, more physicians are seeing patients through online channels, but not every doctor is buying it
3D-printed vertebra used in spine surgery
12-year-old boy with bone cancer is the first to receive a 3D-printed vertebra in spinal surgery
Medical apps let doctors diagnose by smartphone
One million people had virtual appointments last year on medical consultation apps; but there are concerns about replacing in-person doctor visitors
Medical apps bring doctors to your smartphones
Medical phone apps are bringing the doctor to your living room
Are popular heart rate monitors really accurate?
CNET reporter Sharon Profis joined forces with a cardiologist to put five fitness trackers to the test
Health
House passes bill to lower prescription drug costs
The bill, which passed 230 to 192, is unlikely to move forward in the Senate
Malls hold Santa Cares events for kids with autism
Santa knows how to interact with kids who have autism – and he wants them to know he cares.
More dying at home than in U.S. hospitals for first time in a century
That's also true of nursing homes; the trends reflect rises in hospice care and in the number of Americans simply preferring to spend their last days at home
New drug acts like a "guided missile" to target cancer cells
A trial for the drug labeled DS-8201 was tested in 184 patients.
Mick Mulvaney summons feuding health care officials to White House
HHS Secretary Alex Azar and Medicare and Medicaid Administrator Seema Verma have been fighting for months over an Obamacare replacement and other health care issues.
Dramatic drop in abortion providers as states target clinics
At least 26 abortion clinics have closed in 2019 alone.
E. coli outbreak linked to chopped salad kits
It's unclear if these new cases are linked to a more widespread outbreak from romaine
A Samoan father loses 3 of his 5 children to the measles outbreak
The virus has infected more than 4,800 people, and at least 70 have died — many of them young children.
White Castle recalls frozen burgers over listeria fears
Fast-food chain says bacteria that can cause serious infection linked to one of its manufacturing plants.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Kentucky abortion law
The court rejected the case, without comment or dissent, leaving the 2017 law in place.
What to ask about social media influencers' medical posts
Pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, and advocacy groups are turning to celebrities and influencers to get their messages out on social media.
Eugenia Zukerman on keeping her sense of humor and dignity in the face of Alzheimer's
The acclaimed flutist, broadcast journalist and author opens up about her diagnosis, and how music, writing and finding joy in life are helping her cope with a fading memory
Dollar Stores and food deserts
In the latest struggle between Main Street and corporate America, grocers say the rapidly-expanding chains of Dollar General, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar have effectively forced them out of business, thereby reducing options for fresh food and produce for miles around
Flu season has come early this year
It is not too late to get vaccinated.
Planned Parenthood spends $1 million to save Title X
Planned Parenthood has until December 20 to convince the Republican-controlled Senate to reverse the changes.
