A small number of chickens have tested positive for bird flu in a district of Japan. Japanese officials have acted quickly to prevent the virus from infecting humans.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today approved an Ebola test that could cut the time it takes to detect Ebola in a patient in half. This new lab test can be completed within three hours.

Gout is treatable, but many patients may not be receiving the specific medication recommended for them. Is price this reason?

It's called "fast" food, but it could slow kids' brain development. What is actually in that Big-Mac?

Hearing loss may not always be the result of too much loud music in your younger days. If you're HIV-positive, hearing loss could be a product of your condition.

That "healthy glow" you get from indoor tanning might not be so healthy — especially for people who start tanning at a young age. Fortunately, teens are less likely to tan now than they were a few years ago.

Researchers can safely study the highly contagious Ebola virus by following the proper safety protocol, which includes wearing a face shield. But if errors are made, those researchers may face some serious consequences.

Memory and thinking tend to slow down in older adults, but those who stay physically active may keep their minds running smoothly.

Some patients have their knees replaced to relieve pain, but how do they stop the pain from the surgery? A newer pain control option may reduce the pain and improve recovery. 

When it comes to determining diabetes risk, one size may not fit all. Asian-Americans in a healthy weight range may still face a risk of diabetes.