Experts say that patients have started expecting their doctors to help them make decisions about their care based on the cost of treatment. Read Summary >
Though women generally live longer than men worldwide, scientists say that women are not able to "reach their full human potential" because their critical medical needs are not being met. Read Summary >
The U.S. recession has made it more difficult than ever for people to afford their prescription medications, but according to one expert, there are several options for helping make meds more affordable. Read Summary >
Results from a new study suggest that the osteoporosis drug Forteo is better at increasing bone density and reducing spine fractures in people who have steroid-induced osteoporosis than the drug Fosamax. Read Summary >
According to new research, people who suffer from cardiovascular diseases such stroke and heart failure may be at increased risk for hip fracture. Read Summary >