H1N1 and its descendents

  The H1N1 flu outbreak is linked to earlier versions of the virus. So far the 2009 pandemic has not been as severe as some health officials expected, but it is still a good idea to take basic precautions.   More »

Game on

Research into how video games affect children is complicated by other factors that influence a child's behavior, such as personality and home life. Parents should consider limiting the type of games played or the amount of time spent playing. (Locked) More »

Platelet-rich plasma therapy

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a procedure used to treat joint pain, but even though the technique has been approved by the FDA, little research has been done on its effectiveness in people. (Locked) More »