New research says redheads may be at higher risk for skin cancer because of the pigment that colors the skin, even if they do not burn.

Among those most at risk for skin cancer are people with light skin, hair and eyes, a combination frequent in redheads. They are particularly prone to sunburns, a risk factor for anyone, especially if the burns occur in childhood, The Associated Press reports

A study says Tuesday that heroin users cannot avoid the painful withdrawal of breaking their habit by going under anesthesia because doing so can be dangerous.

Publicized as a quick way to withdraw from heroin addiction, the $15,000 treatment involves making the user unconscious and rapidly administering an antagonist drug that neutralizes heroin's effects, Reuters reports

It's been no surprise to the majority of us that long hours spent at the office can be a potential health risk.

According to a new study, workers who work overtime were 61% more likely to become hurt or ill, with factors such as age and gender were taken into account

The Massachusetts state legislature is considering mandatory mental health counseling for National Guardsmen returning from Iraq.

Currently, the uniform regulation for mental health screenings apply only for career military members and is usually done by questionaire

A low fat diet, exercise and stress management techniques may help fight early-stage prostate cancer, according to a new study.

The small study tracked 93 men with non-aggressive tumors who had decided against treatment for early-stage prostate cancer