A Harvard researcher warns that ‘natural’ sex enhancement pills for men could contain Viagra and other drugs, some new and untested.

Some people play fantasy football, some knit. We here at CommonHealth sometimes like to play with health care data — most recently, a trove of Medicare numbers released last week on how much hospitals officially charge for common procedures and how much Medicare actually pays for them. WBUR’s Alex Kingsbury first took a look at [...]

A map based on newly released Medicare data shows the dramatic variation in prices charged at Massachusetts hospitals.

A Boston weight-loss surgeon says many patients want to keep their operations secret, like New Jersey Gov. Christie.

A new poll finds health costs feeling heavier than ever to Mass. residents.

A landmark study on Medicaid finds that in the first two years, mental health of newly insured people improves but physical health doesn’t.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital showcases its latest face transplant recipient, a Vermont woman burnt by lye.

Researchers think a “virtual patient advocate” may help young women better prepare for pregnancy.

A Harvard psychiatrist discusses ‘Shared Delusional Disorder,’ a possible psychological element in the Boston marathon bombings.

A skeptic of wellness programs warns that they can actually cause employees harm.