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Is There a Connection Between Uncontrolled Diabetes and Pancreatic Cancer? 05/17/2017 08:00pm • The facts about pancreatic cancer can be bleak. Pancreatic cancer accounts for 3 percent of all cancer cases but 7 percent of all cancer-related deaths, according to Dr. Gauri Rajani Varadhachary, a professor at the Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, Division of Cancer Medicine at The Should You Take ADHD Medications When You're Pregnant? 05/16/2017 08:00pm • It's common for women to become increasingly cautious about how they treat their body during pregnancy. Stopping smoking and not drinking alcohol are two common recommended changes. The American Pregnancy Association notes that "over 1,000 babies in the U.S. die each year because their mothers smo 13 Things Your Nurse Wishes You Knew 05/16/2017 08:00pm • Ways to help your nurse provide the best care Nurses provide health care for patients of all ages, from all walks of life, from the beginning of life to the end and everything in between, says Sharon Roth Maguire, chief clinical quality officer for BrightStar Care, a national franchise that provides How Volleyball Star Gabby Reece Managed Post-Surgical Pain Without Opioids 05/16/2017 08:00pm • The one great thing about scars -- be it physical or emotional -- is they can be a reminder of where we've been and how far we've come. Every time I look down at my right knee, the scar I see reminds me not only of all the wear and tear I incurred jumping around on the volleyball court, but the amo Tuition Insurance: Is it Right for Your Family? 05/16/2017 08:00pm • When Eric Del Sesto's son got sick with a respiratory condition in the middle of his sophomore year at the University of the Pacific, his doctor recommended that he take a break from school. It was too late in the semester to get a refund from the California university, but Del Sesto had purchased What You Need to Know About Stroke 05/16/2017 08:00pm • The statistics are sobering: Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States experiences a stroke. As the No. 5 cause of death in the U.S., strokes are fatal to almost 130,000 people a year. Equally devastating, stroke is the leading cause of long-term adult disability in the U.S., creating mobility Cancer Fatigue: So Tired by Treatment 05/16/2017 08:00pm • John Perkins was gobsmacked by fatigue. Treated for prostate cancer through last November, Perkins, 69, was eager to resume his long daily walks through the woods, fields and streams of his hometown, Geneseo, New York, with his dog -- a poodle named Gracie -- always by his side. But although the min Advice for Colon Cancer Caregivers 05/15/2017 08:00pm • Are you caring for a loved one who has cancer? If so, you're not alone. According to the National Cancer Institute, there are approximately 2.8 million cancer caregivers in the U.S. -- devoting, on average, 33 hours per week to caregiving activities. Roughly two-thirds provide care to a partner or 5 Ways to Develop Strong Clinical Experiences for Medical School 05/15/2017 08:00pm • Medical schools are interested in applicants who have set aside time to get clinical experience. Through exposure to clinical care, premedical students can acquire not just a deeper appreciation for the rewards of medical practice but also the challenges associated with the profession. Pursuing wor 5 Ways to Cope When a Family Member Has Diabetes 05/15/2017 08:00pm • It can be challenging to live with a family member who has diabetes. "Having a family member with diabetes definitely impacts the entire family," says Dr. Irene M. O'Shaughnessy, a professor of medicine at the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Clinical Nutrition at the Medical College of Wi The Overlooked Pregnancy Epidemic: Premature Birth 05/15/2017 08:00pm • Premature birth, defined as delivering between 20 to 37 weeks of pregnancy, is a significant global health concern that often goes unnoticed. In a normal, healthy pregnancy, a woman may be more concerned about the possibility of miscarriage or her baby being born with a genetic disease than whether Spinal Fusion for Lower Back Pain: Weighing the Pros and Cons 05/15/2017 08:00pm • Last resort, not a first choiceLumbar spinal stenosis -- a back condition affecting many older adults -- can mean persistent bouts of back pain and a gradual loss of mobility. Patients are increasingly opting for a type of back surgery called spinal fusion. However, recent studies suggest spinal fus Destiny's Child alum Michelle Williams salutes National Women's Health Week 05/15/2017 01:21am • WASHINGTON — Her voice has promoted female empowerment for years, whether it's performing Destiny's Child hits like "Independent Women Part 1" or joining Beyoncé on stage to perform "Single Ladies" at the Super Bowl in 2013. Now, Michelle Williams is empowering women in a new way, servin Understanding Coronary Artery Disease 05/14/2017 08:00pm • Someone has a heart attack every 42 seconds somewhere in the United States. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in America, but experts say it doesn't have to be this way. There are plenty of steps you can take to both prevent and manage coronary artery disease. CAD: Dear President Trump: A Letter From 'Mr. Market' 05/14/2017 08:00pm • The search term "Trump's first 100 days" generates more than 31 million results, highlighting the symbolic importance of the 100-day milestone. Despite considerable media attention, investors remain uncertain about the prospects for the stock market under President Donald Trump. Some aspects of Trum