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More and more Americans are sustaining injuries from collisions caused by distracted walkers. A problem that was once unique to the Galactic Empire as now found its way into our galaxy.

A recent news report says some companies are making it possible for employees to get tested for genetic markers linked to risks of altered metabolism, obesity, and variations in eating behavior. This is a good thing, right? Well, when you consider possible health benefits and privacy concerns, the answer is yes and no.

The latest edition of the annual "Monitoring the Future" survey shows encouraging trends continuing for youth smoking, substance abuse and alcohol abuse, as well. However, binge drinking remains a problem, and e-cigarettes are increasingly being used for "fun" by youngsters, rather than as an aid to quit smoking.

In a study published in Science Translational Medicine, researchers have been able to identify a discrete mechanism using mice that may provide some hope in reducing the risk of transplant rejection.

Holiday season means parties, and parties usually mean lots of dips and chips/crackers to dip in them. But besides people passing germs around when packed in party spaces, there's another germ-transfer method double dipping. And re-dipping a tidbit after it's already been bitten is by no means a sanitary practice.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals, a generic drug firm with a reputation far from sterling, is hurting from a nasty billion dollar payback. It incinerated that investment by purchasing "female viagra" a drug that should have never been approved, and no one is buying. Execs are probably not amused, but we sure are.

U.S. soldiers are the best in the world but how close are we to choosing the very best and cloning him and then having an army of him lose to a farmer from the desert? Well, not close on the last part, but the cloning, sure.

If you ever had a headache or muscle pull, chances are you've reached for the Motrin or Advil. For most, that's a very common pain-relief solution. But since ibuprofen is consumed orally, that can cause some to suffer upset stomachs. As an alternative, researchers are developing an ibuprofen patch.

Forget the no-fat, no-carb and no-sweets diets. Portion control could be the real game changer for losing and/or maintaining weight, and it also might well be a key player in combating obesity. According to a recent study, large meal portions consistently lead to overeating, which leads to weight gain.

A new study shows a strong association between androgen-deprivation therapy for advanced prostate cancer, and the development of Alzheimer's disease. This is a retrospective data-based study, so no change in treatment using ADT is indicated now. Further, prospective studies are needed.

Pfizer has received FDA approval for a chewable formulation of the stimulant drug, methylphenidate, used to treat children and adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. This means, among other things, that kids can soon take these pills on the run without having to stop for water.

What if a diabetes sufferer, who needs insulin to manage the condition, loses their insurance or can't afford the co-pays. It is possible to buy the drug instead, without a prescription and over the counter, much as one might buy ibuprofen or aspirin? It is, but is this a good idea? It's not clear cut either way.

A new survey finds that only a minority of parents of teens allow the child to have private interaction with a doctor. This is a mistake in most cases, as privacy between a teen and his/her doctor will promote the free flow of information necessary for proper healthcare and advice.

In a recent scientific statement published in the journal Circulation, women with diabetes were found to have a twice the risk for heart disease, as compared to males with diabetes, and nearly four times the risk for heart disease-related death.

A medical device developed to control serious bleeding from wounds suffered on the battlefield will now be available for civilians. The FDA has approved XSTAT30, which will give those with traumatic injuries say from a car accident a better chance of reaching a hospital before their condition worsens.

Untreated, dry eyes may lead to difficulty reading, poor night vision and constant soreness or itchiness. But a new report describes a technique being developed that involves the insertion of a tiny electrode in the eye gland, which using an app can be stimulated remotely, allowing for the production of tears.

New reports on breast cancer treatments are coming to the fore. One report finds that too many women are still receiving total mastectomies, when lumpectomy would suffice. Other reports show that no time should be wasted between the diagnosis of breast cancer and surgical and chemotherapy treatments.

On Friday Dec. 18, the latest installment of the Star Wars saga will premiere, revealing more about that galaxy far, far away. But how far away is that galaxy? For medicine, it may be closer than you thought.

The hoverboard, made popular in "Back to the Future II," was a futuristic twist on the skateboard used by protagonist Marty McFly in the first film. Today, we have a two-wheeled electrical scooter that rolls over concrete oh, which also occasionally catches fire. We advise you steer clear of this so-called "hot" Christmas gift.

One might think that a publication as venerable as TIME wouldn't run story with a fear-provoking headline that's wrong, misleading and irresponsible. The magazine recently published an article that blatantly misrepresented a study suggesting that milk contributes to Parkinson s disease.

A recent Centers for Disease Control report highlights the need for improved sex-ed curriculum for middle and high schools. With U.S. youngsters making up half of the 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted infections, we are not focusing enough effort on preventive measures for this vulnerable demographic.

A recent study says negative news coverage of statin drugs makes some patients discontinue their use, subsequently producing more heart attacks (and death) as a result. But, one of the authors was paid by the drug maker as a consultant. Does this automatically nullify the study? Or, is there something else going on?

Genetic engineering has provided many benefits: crops resistant to insects and pesticides; rice producing vitamin A; bacteria that produce human insulin; and potatoes that are less susceptible to blight -- all by adding genes. This new advance involving pigs is done by using gene deletion.

A new, large UK study attempted to discern whether those who are unhappy are more vulnerable to ill health and a shorter lifespan. In fact, the study found that while poor health does often lead to unhappiness, there was no evidence for the converse: unhappiness did not lead to poorer health outcomes.

The FDA has approved another GM animal. But unlike AquaBounty's GM salmon OK'd less than a month ago, nobody will be eating this one. These modified chickens will produce a drug in their egg whites, which can then be isolated and then administered to patients suffering from a rare genetic condition.