A large federal study in people contradicts arguments that the sweetener aspartame increases the risk of cancer.

Aspartame, which came on the market 25 years ago, is found in sodas, chewing gum, and many other products. Popular brands of aspartame are NutraSweet and Equal

Women are feeling more welcome at the Veteran Affairs Department medical facilities courtesy of new changes.

Carole L. Turner, Veterans Affairs' national director for the women veterans health program, tells AFPS, "We're seeing a dramatic increase in the number of women veterans turning to VA for health care

A review of a vegetarian diet shows it is highly effective for weight loss. Noticeably vegetarian populations tend to be slimmer than meat-eaters, and experience lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other life-threatening conditions linked to overweight and obesity.

The review, analyzing data from 87 other studies, shows the weight-loss effect does not rely on exercise or calorie counting, and its individuals lose weight at a rate of approximately 1 pound per week

A new survey finds that the U.S may face a shortage of pharmacists in the coming decade.

HealthDay News reports the shortfall will be due to more practitioners choosing part-time work over full-time work, and more male pharmacists retiring

In a recent Penn State study on sexual health and body image, sexually active male first-year college students who had a positive view of their appearance had a higher likelihood of having multiple sexual partners and engaging in unprotected sex.

However, the study also found that sexually active female first-year college students who were happy with their looks were less likely to undertake those same risks