
Electromagnetic therapy shows promise for brain cancer
When added to chemotherapy, technique called tumor-treating fields improves survival, early research shows
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When added to chemotherapy, technique called tumor-treating fields improves survival, early research shows
A groundbreaking surgery at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia is allowing patients with missing or damaged irises the chance to see better
After a tragic accident, a teenage boy is getting a second chance at a normal life thanks to new facial reconstructive surgery technology
Before little Conan was born, doctors weren't sure if his airways would be blocked; 3D technology helped them decide what to do
"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
New type of procedure called an auditory brainstem implant helps a little girl hear for the first time
The iStent is barely visible to the naked eye but it's helping patients with this common disease save their vision
Exoskeleton devices help a former marathon runner get back on his feet after suffering a stroke at age 37
Young athlete who suffered a stroke is now using exoskeleton robotics to regain his mobility and strength
Researchers hope tissues could help with drug testing and one day even lead to lab-grown heart replacements
Process could someday lead to new drug treatments for heart disease or even lab-created hearts for transplants.
Prosthetic arms or legs normally cost thousands of dollars, but a UNC student has made a functioning hand at a much more affordable price
The success of a new procedure called TAVR is exceeding expectations and could offer hope to patients too sick for traditional surgery
A non-invasive heart procedure could soon save many more lives. Ines Novacic reports.
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
A team in Toronto has developed a method for making functional human skin on demand
A palm scanning system is said to be "100 percent more accurate than fingerprints"
Cells harvested from the patient's nose helped return function to a damaged spinal cord
Matt Ficarra has been paralyzed since a boating accident three years ago, but that didn't stop him from walking down the aisle
As waiting rooms fill up, more physicians are seeing patients through online channels, but not every doctor is buying it
12-year-old boy with bone cancer is the first to receive a 3D-printed vertebra in spinal surgery
One million people had virtual appointments last year on medical consultation apps; but there are concerns about replacing in-person doctor visitors
Medical phone apps are bringing the doctor to your living room
CNET reporter Sharon Profis joined forces with a cardiologist to put five fitness trackers to the test
The bill, which passed 230 to 192, is unlikely to move forward in the Senate
Santa knows how to interact with kids who have autism – and he wants them to know he cares.
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
A trial for the drug labeled DS-8201 was tested in 184 patients.
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.
At least 26 abortion clinics have closed in 2019 alone.
It's unclear if these new cases are linked to a more widespread outbreak from romaine
The virus has infected more than 4,800 people, and at least 70 have died — many of them young children.
Fast-food chain says bacteria that can cause serious infection linked to one of its manufacturing plants.
The court rejected the case, without comment or dissent, leaving the 2017 law in place.
Pharmaceutical companies, health care providers, and advocacy groups are turning to celebrities and influencers to get their messages out on social media.
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
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
It is not too late to get vaccinated.
Planned Parenthood has until December 20 to convince the Republican-controlled Senate to reverse the changes.