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Nearly 5 Million Lives Saved Through AIDS, Malaria, TB Treatment
The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria reports nearly 5 million lives have been saved since 2002 through programs it has supported for the treatment of these three killer diseases.
New HIV/AIDS Research Agenda to Better Respond to Women and Children
About 30 years into the HIV/AIDS epidemic, a new strategy is being launched to better respond to the needs of women and children.
Smoking has Immediate, Adverse Effects on the Body
The World Health Organization calls tobacco the leading cause of preventable death in the world. In December, the WHO launched a campaign against cigarette smoking in Africa, saying a rapidly growing population is creating “larger and more accessible markets” on the continent for tobacco companies.
High Maternal Death Rate Overshadows International Women's Day in Afghanistan
March 8 marks International Women's Day. Hundreds of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate their achievements.
Study: Death Rates Higher for Elderly ICU Patients
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that by the year 2080, one in five Americans will be over age 65. For some time, experts have warned that health care needs of the elderly will be enormous in the years ahead.
Minority Doctors Needed to Help Bridge Health Care Gap Between US Minorities and Non-Hispanic Whites
While the health care reform debate in the United States has been dominated on lowering the cost of health insurance, other health care activists and experts are working behind the scenes to lower barriers to quality health care for African-Americans and Hispanics.
UN Launches Initiative to Help Tackle Health Problems in Developing Countries
Travelers in the United States will now be able to help reduce health problems - including malaria, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS - around the world with a simple $2 donation when they purchase plane tickets, rent a car or book a hotel room.
Gene Therapy a Step Closer to Restoring Eyesight to Some Blind Patients
Researchers have moved a step closer toward fully restoring the eyesight of people with a rare genetic disorder.
WHO: Health Project In North Korea Makes Impressive Gains
The World Health Organization reports a joint North-South Korean Health Project is making impressive gains.
US FDA Examining Failures of LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK eye surgery is used to correct people's vision and end their need for glasses or contact lenses.
Obama Demands Quick Action On Health Reform
President Barack Obama is urging Congress to vote in the next few weeks on his proposal to reform the U.
Study: Acupuncture Helps Fight Depression during Pregnancy
Researchers at Stanford University in California say acupuncture can be an effective weapon against depression in pregnant women.
Grounded Mosquitoes Could Halt Spread of Dengue
The dengue virus is spread through the bite of an infected female Aedes egypti mosquito. The disease causes flu-like symptoms, including high fever, muscle aches and sometimes death.
Drug Maker Accused of False Advertising
A county in the U.S. state of California is suing GlaxoSmithKline, the maker of Avandia, a controversial diabetes drug.
Obama Calls for Compromise on Health Care
U.S. President Barack Obama says he is willing to compromise with opposition Republicans on health-care reform legislation.
UN Calls for Action to Prevent Spread of HIV/AIDS in Haiti
A United Nations agency is calling for action to prevent the spread of the AIDS virus in earthquake-stricken Haiti.
Olympic Transplant Recipient Promotes Organ Donation
United States parallel giant slalom snowboarder Chris Klug has more than just a desire to win an Olympic medal in Vancouver.
US University Program Is Designed to Keep Older Adults Physically Fit
Studies show that people are living longer and the population in much of the world is growing older. Other research shows physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, type two diabetes and some cancers.
Doctors in America in Short Supply
In the U.S., doctors are known for working extraordinarily long hours, seeing patients in the office and then at the hospital.
Obama Administration Called on to Expand Treatment for Neglected Diseases
The Obama Administration is being asked to expand the Global Health Initiative to treat more so-called neglected diseases.
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