Health

For the millions of Americans with severe life-threatening food allergies, dining out can feel like a minefield.

Self-affirmation may protect against the damaging effects of stress on creative problem-solving and performance under pressure.

It's practically unheard of in the United States and most Western countries. But it's a terrible occurrence in a culture where a woman's status and dignity is decided by her ability to provide a husband with multiple children.

Tears flowed and hugs were traded on Thursday in an Oklahoma maternity ward as four nurses saw for the first time the baby whose birth they helped safeguard during a direct hit by Monday's tornado.

It seems that anytime Brad Pitt speaks, the world stops to listen, and his latest interview with Esquire has been no exception.

Earlier this week we saw a breakthrough in this field: A group of researchers published in the journal Cell proof that they had created embryonic stem cells through cloning.

Toking up may help marijuana users to stay slim and lower their risk of developing diabetes, according to the latest study, which suggests that cannabis compounds may help in controlling blood sugar.

There's one thing Dr. Oliver Sacks can't do that most of us take for granted -- recognize faces.

A 22-year-old woman in El Salvador, pregnant and suffering from illnesses, has become a flashpoint in the country's debate on abortion.

What do drug addicts, serial dieters and children from troubled homes have in common? More than you might think.

CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on a mystery of the brain that causes people to forget faces.

Jackie MacDougall, executive editor of TheRickilakeshow.com talks about her own decision to have a double mastectomy.

CNN's Holly Firfer shows us one of the best workouts to help you get fit for summer.