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
Kids with money and privilege more likely to binge drink
Many parents believe that if they make a lot of money, their kids will have a better life; but when it comes to binge drinking, the more money you have, the more susceptible your kids may be
FDA finds cancer-causing chemical in Zantac
U.S. agency found low levels of a "probable" cancer-causing chemical in Zantac and generic heartburn medications
Teen with vape-related lung illness sues Juul Labs
According to the lawsuit, the 18-year-old had been vaping for about a year and a half but was recently hospitalized for severe lung damage
Sackler family accused of hiding $1 billion in Swiss accounts
The transfers bolster allegations by New York and other states that the Sacklers worked to shield their wealth in recent years over fears of legal threats
New research offers clues to the effects of vaping
According to the CDC, at least 380 people have had vaping-related illnesses
FDA recommends approval for peanut allergy treatment
The treatment is designed to "trick" a patient's immune system
Whole Foods dropping health care for part-time workers
The high-end grocery chain, owned by Amazon, will cut health insurance for about 1,900 workers
Vietnam vet dies after being found covered in ants at VA home
Georgia woman says her father was bitten more than 100 times by ants at a government veterans' home where his room was full of insects.
Genetic cancer risk scam may disqualify seniors from legitimate tests
Many never receive the results from these companies but their Medicare accounts are billed for thousands of dollars
CDC revises down number of vaping-related illnesses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state officials have been investigating an outbreak that began materializing in the Midwest in July
Rob Gronkowski on player safety and possible return to NFL
The three-time Super Bowl champ sat down with CBSN to talk about his future and the safety of football
Crackdown on flavored vaping products unlikely to take effect soon
"There'll be legal challenges, 'cause this is a big market," one expert said
Mosquitoes carrying rare, deadly virus found in Connecticut
Health officials in Connecticut are warning residents across the state about a mosquito-borne virus that can cause potentially fatal brain infections and has no treatment
White couple gives birth to Asian daughter after alleged sperm mix-up
The clinic is being ordered to turn over a list of sperm donors
Genetic testing scam preys on seniors' cancer fears
One couple was promised their DNA test results in 4-6 weeks. Nearly a year later, they've received nothing but massive charges to their Medicare account.
