Bernadine Healy, M.D.

On Teens and Sex: Where's the Love?

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - September 3, 2008

The risks of early sex include emotional harm as well as disease. more >>

How Crafty Health Insurers Are Denying Care

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - August 25, 2008

You can fight back when your health plan says no. more >>

Lovaza: From Fish Oil to Medicine

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - August 7, 2008

No nutrient is more important for decreasing cardiovascular death—and more lacking—than omega-3. more >>

The Dangerous Art of the Tattoo

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - July 25, 2008

Consider the health risks of this invasive procedure before getting—or removing—body art. more >>

Great Medicine Needs Committed Patients

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - July 10, 2008

There's no pill or procedure to make physical rehabilitation happen on its own. more >>

Testing to Foil Sudden Cardiac Death

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - June 26, 2008

Tim Russert might have been helped by coronary calcium scanning, but it's fraught with controversy. more >>

Healthful Lifestyle Teaches Prostate Genes to Behave

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - June 16, 2008

Living right—with a good diet, exercise, and low stress—brings out the best in your genes. more >>

We Need a New War on Cancer

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - June 12, 2008

An understanding of tumor genes and cancer stem cells offers hope for a cure. more >>

Ted Kennedy's Expanded Cancer Arsenal

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - June 3, 2008

Unlike a decade ago, chemotherapy is now a powerful weapon against brain tumors. more >>

Seeking a Children's Surgeon? Just Ask

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - May 29, 2008

Every parent must ask: Am I ready to put my child’s life in this surgeon's hands? more >>

Bernadine Healy, M.D., on McCain's Health

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Nation & World - May 23, 2008

At 71, the GOP presidential hopeful is a "sturdy fellow." more >>

Ted Kennedy's Brain Cancer Can Be Fought

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - May 20, 2008

The senator, like the author, was struck by a sudden seizure. She has outlasted a grim prognosis. more >>

How Consumers Can Force Health Reform

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - May 1, 2008

Smart patients, shopping wisely, are needed to bring health costs down. more >>

Video: How to Avoid Diabetes Burnout

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - April 30, 2008

Dr. Bernadine Healy offers advice on ways to remain diligent about managing the disease more >>

Fighting the Autism-Vaccine War

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - April 10, 2008

One of the most vitriolic debates in medical history is just beginning to have its day in court. more >>

Med School's Hot New Field: Personalized Medicine

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - March 26, 2008

Dr. Bernadine Healy explores the hot new trend. more >>

Under Anesthesia, Yet Aware

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - March 12, 2008

Brain monitors, while valuable, are no substitute for a skilled practitioner. more >>

Hormones, Heart, and Cancer

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - March 4, 2008

The latest findings from the Women's Health Initiative should be interpreted with caution. more >>

Clueless on STDs, Throat Cancer, and Oral Sex

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - February 19, 2008

HPV-related oral cancers are on the rise, which argues for straight talk by parents of teens. more >>

The Cardiologist's Perspective on Cholesterol

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - February 6, 2008

No one argues over blood pressure and lifestyle changes. more >>

Closer to Vanquishing the Virus

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Opinion - January 17, 2008

The field of human genomics is at long last enabling us to focus medical thinking on the infected host. more >>

A Stem Cell Victory

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - January 2, 2008

Human stem cells now can be made from adult skin, without using embryos or eggs. more >>

Don't Be Scared to Circumcise Your Baby Boy

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - December 6, 2007

It's not mutilation; it should be the parents' choice. more >>

Threats to Your Genetic Privacy

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Health - November 16, 2007

Americans agree that your genes are your own business, but the genetic privacy bill is deadlocked. more >>

Harold Varmus | scientist

By Bernadine Healy, M.D. - Nation & World - November 12, 2007

Making science free to all. more >>