The FDA is warning mother's about a drug that may cause a deformity in infants born to mothers who use it to treat their epilepsy.

Researchers have found amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) may be caused by a retrovirus, a virus composed not of DNA but of RNA (ribonucleic acid).

Adults need around 4,000 to 8,000 IU daily of vitamin D to maintain levels of healthful vitamin D metabolites in the range needed to reduce the risk of several diseases by about half.

Girls who suffer with migraines are more likely than their peers to gain extra weight during adulthood, according to new research.

Most patients with locked-in syndrome -- resulting from brain stem injury, which leaves patients unable to move or communicate except via eye movements -- report they are happy.

According to Australian researchers, taking bisphosphonates (drugs used to improve bone health) may increase the life span of elderly women.

People who speak two languages may be at less risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.

According to a study by Swedish researchers, children who are chronically ill are much more likely than healthy children to be victims of physical abuse.

Australian researchers have discovered a genetic link between a certain type of spinal arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.

Osteoarthritis knee pain commonly afflicts retired professional athletes but also those who are obese. A simple solution to the problem may exist, however, according to a new study: lose weight.