Dr. Gilbert Ross in the Financial Post
Junk Science Week: Too much to swallow

We have, unfortunately, had the occasion to report several times within the past month on the rising rate of diabetes among U.S. kids.

The effects of chronic sleep debt on a person's general health have become better understood, as research increasingly links inadequate sleep (six hours or fewer a night) with a higher risk of everything from heart attacks to weight gain.

Whether you are traveling around the world or relaxing at home, a safe, healthy vacation will add to your enjoyment.
Here are some health and safety tips to keep in mind when planning your summer vacation.

In 2009, nearly a quarter of a million Americans underwent gastric bypass surgery, demonstrating the growing popularity of the procedure, especially in the wake of our nation s expanding waistlines. And though some experts argue that the operation does not sustain long-term weight loss, a recent analysis published in the Annals of Surgery found that people who opted for the surgery were actually able to keep their weight off for two years or more.

A study just published in The Lancet has found that radiation exposure from repeated CT scans in childhood might significantly increase the admittedly low risk of leukemia and brain cancer.

The Vaccines for Children program has been providing free vaccines to children in need for nearly two decades. Unfortunately, a new report from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has found that a significant fraction of providers around the country have been irresponsible when it comes to storing these vaccines.

A new report finds that life expectancy in New York City is rising faster than anywhere else in the US, prompting health experts to consider whether the city might serve as an object lesson to public health departments around the country.According to the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, Manhattan's life expectancy increased by 10 years between 1987 and 2007, with the other four counties that co

For early-stage breast cancer patients, a simple blood test may one day lead to better diagnosis, prognostic capabilities, and targeted treatment. According to a recent study published in The Lancet Oncology, circulating tumor cells (CTCs) detected in the patient s blood accurately predicted both progression-free and overall survival in a group of early-stage breast cancer patients.

Beyond just serving as a source of family-friendly entertainment, Mickey Mouse will now be providing kids and parents with information on health and nutrition. Walt Disney Co. announced yesterday that its TV, radio, and website networks will not accept advertisements for foods that do not meet the specific nutritional criteria laid out in the company s new set of guidelines.