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Depression is known to be linked to worsening physical health

Depression Contributes to Health Decline Seen in Cancer Caregivers

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Identifying signs early on might help protect these individuals, researchers say
Researchers say they've come closer to pinpointing genes linked with inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. The research was published online June 28 in Nature.

Genes Responsible for Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis Identified

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Findings could improve efficacy of current treatments, lead to discovery of new drug targets
Dutasteride for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia may induce imbalance in metabolic function

Dutasteride Associated With Metabolic Safety Concerns

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Use of medication in BPH linked to higher hemoglobin A1c and LDL cholesterol levels
Many women at high risk for breast cancer do not take tamoxifen to prevent the disease

Many Women Have Questions, Concerns About Tamoxifen

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Study shows that normal symptoms of menopause are often attributed to tamoxifen
Depression

Psychological Risks Higher in Atopic Dermatitis Patients

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However, this does not translate into increased use of health care services, suicide
Many older Americans who have difficulty paying for their medications don't seek help in finding more economical options

Poll Finds Seniors Struggling With Drug Costs Don’t Seek Help

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Roughly half of older Americans don't, but those who do receive assistance from their doctor
Air pollution may shorten the lives of American seniors

Even Low Levels of Pollution Raise Mortality Risk for Seniors

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Research suggests blacks, men, and the poor are especially vulnerable
Whole flaxseed consumption is associated with significant reductions in body weight

Review Links Flaxseed Consumption to Weight Reduction

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Significant reduction in body weight, BMI, waist circumference following flaxseed consumption
Care should be taken when conveying electronic messages to patients

Doctors Urged to Take Care With Electronic Communications

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Sensitive information should be discussed in person or over the phone
The health of the United States is summarized in the 40th annual report published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Health of the Nation Presented in 40th Annual CDC Report

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Report includes trends of data for past 40 years, with increase in life expectancy, drop in infant mortality