Headlines
Belgian Case Reignites 'Brain Dead' Debate
Schiavo, Belgian 'awakening' case highlight Catholic ban on patient directives.
H1N1 Mutation in China: Panic Time?
The ABC News Medical Unit consults top docs on news of a mutant swine flu virus.
Crib Recall: Did Gov't Move Too Slowly?
Anger follows 2.1 million crib recall; mandatory safety checks still lacking.
Muslims Pray for H1N1-Free Hajj
As thousands journey to Mecca, officials concerned about spread of H1N1.
The Top 7 Deadliest Foods for Thanksgiving
Experts explain how to make Thanksgiving better for your diet.
Vaccine Experts Urge Calm After H1N1 Shot Pulled
Adverse reactions to H1N1 vaccine in Canada is no cause for alarm, they say.
Why More N.Y. Parents Are Drug Testing Their Kids
Two New York counties hope a new program will counter local drug abuse.
Do Drug Ads Make Meds More Expensive?
The price of the clot-buster Plavix jumped after TV advertisements, study says.
Race and Politics Through a Tinted Lens
Can political views influence one's perception of skin tone?
Who'd Foot the Bill for Cosmetic Surgery Tax?
Doctors already envision loopholes in health care bill's cosmetic surgery tax.
Mom: 'Marijuana Saved' Autistic Son's Life
Can THC treat symptoms of ASD?
'You're Adopted!' Hurts, Even in Adulthood
Adoptees face discrimination, lifelong identity struggles, says landmark study.
I'm Obese? Big Fat Deal, Some Say
Nearly one obese person in 10 feels no need to lose weight, a new study says.
Could Mammograms, Pap Smears Kill Reform?
Experts worry controversy over recommendations could stymie health care bill.
Kiddie Cliques Start Early in Life
The social pecking order starts in preschool but isn't inevitable, experts say.
Lightning's Mental and Physical Scars
People struck by lightning can suffer burns, pain and long-term mental damage.
Top 6 Body Betrayals From Sweat to Blushing
For some, uncontrolled physical reactions can dominate their lives and careers.
Top 8 Controversial Medical Conditions
Are some conditions real? Some still meet with skepticism from the public.
Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants
More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say.
Want Better Sperm? Have More Sex
Daily sex could help men with damaged sperm, some doctors say.
Top 8 Mediterranean Super Ingredients
Nutrition experts react to a new study that dissects the popular diet.
Avoid or Ignore? 11 Sperm-Killing Suspects
Experts discuss sperm count myths and what factors really do hit below the belt.
Are There Natural Ways To Control Cholesterol?
Dr. Reid answers the question: 'Are There Natural Ways To Control Cholesterol?'
Can I Take Aspirin Despite Previous Ulcer?
Dr. Reid answers the question: 'Can I Take Aspirin Despite Previous Ulcer?'
Will I Know It When My Blood Pressure Goes Up?
Dr. Reid answers the question: 'Will I Know It When My Blood Pressure Goes Up?'
How Do Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest Differ?
Dr. Reid answers the question: 'How Do Heart Attack, Cardiac Arrest Differ?'
10 Cosmetic Procedures You Should Avoid
Some medical beauty procedures are not worth the risk.
When Big Breasts Are a Big Pain
While one woman seeks the world's largest breasts, others want theirs reduced.
Some Lip Gloss May Promote Cancer
There's no proof yet but lips at risk from sun, too
Bone-Lengthening for Disfiguring Disease
A 9-year-old girl with a rare bone condition had successful arm-lengthening.
Finally, a Reason Why Nice Guys Finish Last
New research suggests a biological reason for why bad boys get all the girls.
Sex Change for Kids? Controversy Swirls
A misunderstood procedure garners widespread attention.
Opinion: When Biology Doesn't Explain Gay
Researchers say gay brains are different; this bride says her brain is straight.
When Chronic Pain Threatens Intimacy
For some couples, the persistent pain of fibromyalgia can make sex a challenge.
It's Not a Tumor, It's a Brain Worm
Doctor surprised to find a worm living inside a woman's brain.
Puzzling Out 10 Alzheimer's Myths
Experts debunk or confirm these 10 beliefs.
Videos
WATCH: Man Mistakenly Thought to Be in Coma
Brain scan reveals paralyzed man was awake during a 23-year "coma."
WATCH: Kennel Care Tips
Keep your pets happy and healthy while you're away for the holidays.
WATCH: Diet-Proof Thanksgiving Dinner
How to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast without destroying your diet.
WATCH: Coma Misdiagnosis: How Could It Happen?
Rom Houben was believed to be in a coma for 23 years, but was in fact paralyzed.
WATCH: Beating Holiday Stress
Three tips for making it through the holidays anxiety-free.
WATCH: More Jogging, More Wrinkles?
How sports and everyday actions can cause signs of premature aging.
WATCH: Have Swine Flu Numbers Peaked?
ABC's Dr. Richard Besser warns that the outbreak might not be over yet.
WATCH: Toxin Exposures Increase ADHD Risk
Environmental toxins such as tobacco and lead may increase risk for ADHD.
WATCH: Depressed Woman's Facebook Fight
Nathalie Blanchard's Facebook photos lead to a loss of her insurance benefits.
WATCH: High-Tech Wrinkle Reversal
Anti-aging techniques get an update with a new 3-D imaging device.
WATCH: Are We Failing Our Babies?
Premature birth rates are on the rise in the United States.
Slideshows
PHOTOS: Bodybuilder Weighs In at 19 Pounds
"Romeo" Dev, who is less than 3 feet tall, has devoted his life to fitness.
PHOTOS: Once-Heaviest Man Ties the Knot
Manuel Uribe -- 550 pounds lighter -- married love Claudia Solis in Mexico.
