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Combo Therapy Boosts HIV Life Expectancy A new study shows a boost in life expectancy for HIV patients since the advent of antiretroviral drug therapy. Cancer and Cell Phone Safety: Questions & Answers Are cell phones safe to use? Are they linked to cancer? Read experts' opinions. Enhanced Gummy Bears Fight Cavities Researchers have tested gummy bears made with a sugar substitute that wards off cavity-causing bacteria. The Wormy Truth About Aging Wear, tear, and DNA damage can age you. But aging may also be written into your genes, as it is in worms, scientists report. Isentress Fights Drug-Resistant HIV A new HIV drug called Isentress has proved successful in lowering levels of the virus even when other drugs have failed. Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression A new study shows that deep brain stimulation can improve life for those with treatment-resistant depression. Fish Oil, Red Yeast Rice Cut Cholesterol Supplements of fish oil and red yeast rice, coupled with lifestyle changes in diet and exercise habits, can reduce cholesterol as much as standard cholesterol-lowering medications known as statins, according to a new study. CDC: About 5% of Kids Have ADHD The CDC reports that about 5% of U.S. children aged 6-17 have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to their parents. New Recommendations for Prediabetes An expert panel of doctors recommends lifestyle change and medicaiton, if needed, for prediabetes. Soy Foods, Sperm Concentration Link? Men who eat a lot of soy foods may have a lower sperm concentration than men who don't eat soy food, according to a new study.