Health News Archives

Health Tip: Reasons for Chronic Cough
One that lasts three weeks or longer

FDA to Stop Sales of Unapproved Timed-Release Cold Medications
The drugs in question contain guaifenesin, an expectorant

Health Tip: When Your Cough Needs a Doctor’s Care
Signs that it's no ordinary cough

Low-Dose Morphine Calms Chronic Cough
Symptoms improved by 40%, British study finds

Combo Therapy Cuts Complications of Severe COPD
Bronchodilator with inhaled corticosteroid reduced amplified symptoms by 35%, study finds

U.S. Teens Turning From Illicit Drugs...
... but many are turning to prescription painkillers to get high, survey finds

Whooping Cough Making a Comeback in U.S.
Studies urge booster shots for teens and adults, more careful exams by doctors

As Parents Nix Vaccine, Childhood Whooping Cough Increases
Incidence highest in states with loosest exemption policies, study finds

Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Whooping Cough?
It's most dangerous in young children

Health Tip: Soothing a Cough
Suggestions to stop the hacking