HEALTH

Child obesity, rampant in U.S., now global issue

When it comes to childhood obesity, Dr. Abhinash Srivatsa, a pediatric endocrinologist at Children's Hospital Boston, doesn't mince words. More »

Flu season fundamentals: How to protect yourself

Each year, health care providers, school systems and thousands of American households prepare for the onset of the traditional winter cold and flu season. However, the emergence this year of the H1N1 influenza strain, commonly known as the swine flu, has added a new dynamic to our annual battle with the flu. More »

50 million new patients? More primary docs a must

Among the many hurdles facing President Barack Obama's plan to revamp the nation's health care system is a shortage of primary care physicians - those legions of overworked doctors who provide the front line of medical care for both the sick and those hoping to stay healthy. More »