Wouldn't it be wonderful if you could look and feel years younger just by taking a supplement? The makers of "anti-aging" hormone supplements would like you to believe that this is possible. But before you accept their claims and open your wallet, see what medical researchers say.

Laser vision surgery is a popular treatment of vision problems that eliminates the need for eyeglasses or contact lenses.

By using nicotine replacement therapy to reduce withdrawal symptoms, smokers who try to quit have a better chance of succeeding.

People who prepare mentally and physically before their operations are likely to have fewer complications, less pain and a quicker recovery than those who don't prepare.

As someone with COPD, you may find it helpful to know about the four components of care described in the GOLD guidelines.

With the success of reality TV plastic surgery programs, cosmetic surgery is more popular than ever.

An entire team of health care experts is on hand to help people with asthma manage their symptoms and continue to live normal, active lives.

No matter what form of arthritis you have, your role as part of your health care team can make the difference in how well you function with pain, stiffness or inflammation.

Plastic surgery is not for every youth. For some procedures, the child must reach milestones in age, growth and physical maturity.

When choosing a treatment, it's essential to check out all your options, make sure you have enough information to make an informed choice.

Extreme obesity plagues more than a million teens and young adults, experts estimate. What's a parent to do?

Being involved in a clinical trial has risks and benefits. Being informed and asking lots of questions can help you make a decision.

More than 60 percent of elective surgery procedures in the United States are now performed as outpatient surgeries.

To get the best medical care you can, you should be an informed patient who works closely with your health care provider.

Testicular cancer is a type of cancer that typically develops in men ages 20 to 35. It can be treated and is usually curable.

It’s great if you can keep your heart healthy—by not smoking, eating a healthy diet, and getting regular physical activity. But what if you end up needing heart surgery? What should you know about the procedure?

You don't have time to choose a hospital if you have a health emergency. But if you’re facing surgery or treatment for a particular health condition, taking time to find a hospital that meets your needs is well worth the effort.

For optimum health, you need to understand your health problem and your treatment plan, including how to take prescription medications.

New materials and high-tech designs can make recovery a lot easier than it was when injured limbs were routinely encased in plaster and stabilized with pulleys and weights.

Elective surgeries are operations done when there's no hurry. But just because these surgeries are optional doesn’t mean they aren't serious.

These medications are life-giving and powerful. It's important to take them just as your doctor has prescribed.