Doctor articles
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Doctor explains why mammograms should start at age 40
Breast cancer screenings for women at average risk should be done every other year beginning at age 40, according to finalized guidance released Tuesday from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, an independent panel of national experts.This means mammograms should start 10 years earlier than previously recommended. Dr. CĂ©line Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, explains the change comes after a couple concerning trends."We've seen...
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Doctor reveals how to reduce your risk of getting dementia
A doctor has revealed the lifestyle and diet factors that reduce the risk of dementia - and why one 'common' old age issue should be treated immediately.
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Charge reduced in road rage killing of Doctor
A man charged with killing a doctor in a road rage incident last month, is headed for trial for a felony, but Jason Jameson will face a less serious charge than prosecutors asked for.