Medical Minute (Video)

Americans in different parts of the country report varying degrees of happiness.

New study reveals a sharp increase in nearsightedness over the last 30 years.

Research challenges long-believed negative effects of soy in cancer patients.

Study shows patients on antidepressants suffered less from neuroticism.

Research: Patients taking blood sugar meds may face higher mortality rates.

Expanding waistlines could shorten life expectancy rates.

U.S. still has a large racial gap in the type of health care people receive.

Research indicates people who exercise are biologically younger.

Data suggests that by the year 2034, cases of diabetes will double.

Dr. Timothy Johnson offers advice for staying fit during the holidays.

Reduce the fat and calories by loading up on vegetables and minimizing dessert.

A new study finds ginkgo biloba can help prevent peripheral vascular disease.

Environmental toxins such as tobacco and lead may increase risk for ADHD.