More pregnant women being diagnosed with hypertension, studies show
Maternal mortality is on the rise in the U.S and a leading cause is pregnancy-induced hypertension, or high blood pressure.
Doctors are seeing more stomach flu cases in the Boston area
Dr. Mallika says she's been seeing a number of patients with the stomach flu and she explains how to treat it properly.
Number of children with near-sightedness continues to rise worldwide
A new study finds a startling number of children worldwide are developing near-sightedness.
Iron deficiency could be impacting almost a third of adults, study says
A study from Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital finds that nearly a third of Americans could have undiagnosed iron deficiency.
Do most people bitten by infected mosquitos have no symptoms?
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering questions on mosquito-borne diseases.
Non-alcoholic beers, mocktails should be kept away from children
Experts are issuing a warning about children and the use of non-alcoholic spirits and beverages that look like the "real thing."
Popular diabetes drug metformin may slow aging, study finds
A new study finds Metformin, a popular diabetes drug, may slow aging.
A specific diet could help preserve brain function as you age
New research finds following a particular diet, the MIND diet, could help you preserve brain function as you age.
Is there really such a thing as "pregnancy brain"?
There's more scientific proof that there is such a thing as "pregnancy brain."
Researchers recommend older adults take cholesterol-lowering statins
A new study finds that older adults should consider taking popular cholesterol-lowering medications.
Overweight cancer patients more likely to get second diagnosis, study says
Patients who are overweight when they're first diagnosed with cancer may be at higher risk of developing a second cancer.
What are the best ways to quit smoking cigarettes?
New research has identified the best ways for people to quit smoking.
Employees feel pressured to work while sick, research shows
A new study finds that many employees feel pressure to work even when they're sick.
Less than 2% of women take hormone therapy for menopause, study shows
Less than 2% of women are taking hormone therapy for menopause symptoms, likely due to a past study that raised safety concerns.
What can be done about perimenopause symptoms?
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions.