In the ongoing search for a cure for baldness, scientists have found yet another biological clue in studying both mice and men.

Early adulthood is a key time to adopt healthy lifestyle habits to prevent heart disease in middle age, a new study finds.

Add a low sperm count to the long list of health problems caused by eating fatty foods.

Retirement communities may have their perks, but Beryl O'Connor says it would be tough to match the birthday surprise she got in her own backyard when she turned 80 this year.

New evidence suggests that smoking isn't only bad for the body but can also take a toll on the mind.

Odds worst for people without college education, study finds

A drug that is commonly used to treat men with enlarged prostates may also delay the growth of prostate cancer, according to a new study.

Finding could signal changes in behaviors linked to HIV, researchers say

An estimated 38 million American adults are binge drinkers -- defined as men who down five or more drinks at a sitting and women who consume four or more drinks at one time, federal researchers reported Tuesday.

More work is needed, but blood draw could reduce invasive procedures, researchers say