New guidelines call for less medical intervention for infant reflux 
New guidelines call for less medical intervention for infant reflux
Physicians say it’s important for parents to understand that reflux is common for babies and doesn’t always call for specialized treatment. Here’s what you need to know.
Government may crack down on caffeinated foods 
Government may crack down on caffeinated foods
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will be watching the health impact of new caffeine-infused snacks and consider taking action to regulate the energy boosting products.
Is a cure for HIV on the horizon? 
Is a cure for HIV on the horizon?
Danish researchers say they may be “months away” from HIV cure.
$100K cancer drug price tag drawing harsh criticism 
$100K cancer drug price tag drawing harsh criticism
A group of physicians is voicing concern about the high cost of some cancer medications.
Heart attacks and stroke linked to “gut bugs” 
Heart attacks and stroke linked to “gut bugs”
New research shows that some heart attack and stroke cases are actually linked to bacteria and other microbes living in the human gut.
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air 
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air
Most Americans are breathing healthier air, according a new report. Find out why some parts of Illinois didn’t make the grade.
Teen prescription drug abuse at all-time high, study finds 
Teen prescription drug abuse at all-time high, study finds
Millions of young people are abusing prescription drugs and many parents don’t realize the dangers. Here’s what you need to know.