Health News

Triple Diabetes Rx Combo May Work
A combination of three diabetes medications may help patients control their blood sugar and lose weight, a new study found.
Kids and Chemical Eye Burns
Adults aren't the only ones who have to watch out for chemical eye burns. In fact, these burns may occur more often in young children, according to a new study.
Headed for Menopause? Watch Your Health
Biological changes can have a significant impact on physical health not only after menopause, but also in the years leading up to it, a new study found.
Allergy Rx Moves to Over the Counter
There's a new over-the-counter (OTC) treatment option for those who have allergies.
Are 'Generic' Biologics the Same as the 'Brand'?
Generic versions of often expensive brand-name biologic medications appear safe and effective on the whole, a new study found.
Lisinopril Becomes a Liquid
Lisinopril, which has been on the market for decades as an oral tablet often used to treat high blood pressure, recently gained FDA approval as an oral solution.
Popular Diabetes Rx May Not Treat Heart Failure
Liraglutide (brand name Victoza), a medication currently used to treat type 2 diabetes, may not be as beneficial in those with heart failure than earlier studies have reported.
Not All Protein Created Equal
Eating more plant protein and less animal protein may lower your risk of dying, a new study found.
Enrolling in Medicare: What You Need to Know
Turning 65 years old and signing up for Medicare? Here's all you need to know about enrolling in a Medicare Part D plan.
An Alternative to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
When it comes to treating depression, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) may have a simpler, less expensive competitor, a new study found.