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New technologies help autistic children communicate

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A voice output device is helping the two out of every three students at the center who are non-verbal.

Phen-Fen, the diet drugs, return?

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The prescription drug proved to be the most potent appetite suppressant ever but was linked with heart problems.

A good break to lengthen a leg

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For nearly two months now, Griffen Hurley has been wearing an erector set of a contraption on his leg. But it's worth it.

New dads' depression can hurt children's development

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With fathers taking on more child care, their parenting can have a big influence, says psychiatrist Nada Stotland of Rush Medical College in Chicago.

Heart testing recommended before taking ADHD meds

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Between 1999 and 2004, 19 children taking ADHD medications have died suddenly.

Mammogram gowns

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Nurse designs gowns to make mammograms easier.

Dr. Robot

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It can allow the doctor to do what most people wish they could do: be in two places at once.

New OxyContin could prevent production of "hillbilly heroin"

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Government advisers are voicing concerns whether the medicine, with a new plastic-like coating, would be harder to crush

Wal-Mart expands low-cost drug program

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This means the world's largest retailer is now filling prescriptions for up to 350 generic drugs for $10 for a three-month supply.

Rate of children taking antipsychotic drugs soars

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About six times as many American children are prescribed medicines as are those in the United Kingdom, but experts say usage is increasing.

Chris Lofton reveals cancer battle

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One of the SEC's most notable 3-point shooters and three-time
All-American Vol Chris Lofton has apparently faced his toughest
challenges off the court.

Military plans national mental health campaign

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The Defense Department is struggling to care for thousands of troops coming home from Iraq and Afghanistan with emotional wounds.

State moves toward more home-based care for elderly

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TennCare, the state expanded Medicaid program, currently spends almost all of its annual $1.2 billion long-term care budget on nursing homes.

New policy designed to encourage military personnel to get mental health treatment

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Defense Secretary Robert Gates announced a new policy Thursday under which troops will no longer have to reveal previous mental health treatment unless it was court-ordered or involved violence.

Beef recalls prompt examination of school lunch programs

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"From a business standpoint, government commodities are the only way you can produce a $2.47 meal," says Barry Sackin, a California school nutrition consultant.

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