My 80-year-old father, who lives alone, has fallen several times over the past few months. Are there any tips or precautions ...

But persistent heartburn that worsens or continues over a long period could be a sign of something more sinister, says ...

On top of that, drug ads must provide “fair balance,” meaning the positives and negatives have to both be presented. In ...

Equally brazen, online pharmacies are advertising drugs with only upsides mentioned, which can contribute to America’s ...

A common nasal spray may lower the risk of getting Covid-19, a new study shows. Dr. Leana Wen discusses what this all means as coronavirus cases rise.

Certain prescription medications, including beta-blockers and gabapentinoids, could increase fall risk in older adults, as ...

One of the world’s most sought-after drugs has officially become a vital medication. The World Health Organization has just ...

The Texas Senate late Wednesday passed a bill that would make ivermectin — a drug used mostly in this country to treat livestock for parasites — available to Texans without a prescription. The bill ...

Some people use the drug to treat COVID, even though it’s not approved by the FDA for such use. The bill now awaits the governor’s signature. A box of ivermectin drug in a pharmacy in Paris, France on ...

Federal health officials are warning Americans to avoid sunscreens marketed in whipped, mousse and foam because they aren't approved as effective methods for applying the product. The Food and Drug ...