A new, simple blood test shows promise in diagnosing depression rapidly, indicating whether treatment is successful, and identifying those who may be predisposed to developing the condition.

The urine test could make screening for cervical cancer easier to access and less uncomfortable to administer.

Hunger across the globe continues to decline, and now a new hunger report indicates hunger is dropping in Africa.

The AACR released a report the discussed the number of cancer related deaths projected for 2015 and how nearly half of them could be prevented with lifestyle changes.

Researchers find that men with male pattern baldness may be at higher risk for developing aggressive prostate cancer compared with men who are not bald or balding.

A rare and sometimes severe viral respiratory illness continues to spread as confirmed cases are reported in two new states, bringing the total number of states with confirmed cases to ten.

Common bacteria or viruses that can cause meningitis can spread through coughing, sneezing, kissing, or sharing eating utensils, a toothbrush or a cigarette.

Overall, 25 percent of Russian men die before 55, while a comparable rate in the U.K. is 7 percent.

The participants used marijuana at least twice a week, with an average use of 9.7 times per week.

On average, men were are likely to consume more coffee on a daily basis compared to women.