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NEW YORK - Children as young as eight years old should be screened for anxiety and those ages 12 and over for depression, according to new recommendations by the government-backed US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). The guidance for healthcare providers, still in draft form, applies to children and teens who are not showing signs or symptoms of these conditions....

Regular health screenings can detect problems early and reduce the risk of serious disease. Here, medical experts explain which tests you should have and when.

New studies show that early screening for colorectal health can be lifesaving

Be patient. You will find blessings in your prostate cancer journey.

The report delves into not just survival rates, prevention and treatment nationally, but also among different groups.

Holiday season and the end of the year are both quickly approaching, and with the turning of the calendar from 2021 to 2022 come several employee benefit plan amendment deadlines and implementation requirements.

New recommendations about aspirin, heart health and colon cancer have left many people confused. Here’s what you need to know.

The guideline change is based on bleeding risks some may face when taking the blood thinner

A US government expert panel on October 12 said it no longer recommends a daily dose of aspirin to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people aged 60 and over.

WASHINGTON, United States -- A US government expert panel said Tuesday it no longer recommends a daily dose of aspirin to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people aged 60 and over. AFP/ MANILA BULLETIN People aged 40-59 who are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease b