McGill University of Montreal has found that patients in private room intensive care are less likely to develop infections than those in multi-bed intensive care units.

Popular bottle rocket fireworks are responsible for serious eye damage and even loss of vision in children, according to a study at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

P. acnes, the bug that causes pimples, might also cause infection from contaminated skin, according to new research.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Office of the Actuary has released a report outlining national health care expenditures.

A study by the Institute of Aging Research suggests that treating the symptoms and stress associated with advanced dementia may be more efficient than aggressive treatment for the illness.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have announced new standards and guidelines for fluoride in drinking water.

Comparing two drugs used to treat heart failure -- candesartan and losartan -- researchers found that candesartan was linked to a lower risk of death at 1-year and 5-year follow-ups.

Health care professionals base much of their work on practice guidelines issued by experts. New research shows that this might be problematic.

Much research has been done that illustrates the dangers of second-hand smoke. Now, a new study shows that "third-hand smoke" is also harmful to your health.

Sugary drinks and foods may increase risk of heart disease in adulthood, according to a news study from Emory University.