Health

This innovative stem cell treatment might work even better for babies with spina bifida than previous methods, considering its success in animal studies.

Refeeding is the process of safely reintroducing food to a person after a long period of starvation or malnourishment. Sometimes, this process can go wrong.

Prostate cancer ranks only behind skin cancer as the most common type of cancer among men. Screening is key for early detection, but what does it involve?

Some people might take melatonin and not notice a difference in the time it takes to fall asleep. If this happens to you, there could be several explanations.

Diabetes is a condition that occurs when your body has a difficult time producing or using insulin. Is there a cure, and if not, what treatments are available?

While there is no clinical term or diagnosis for this phenomenon, new research suggests that "Sunday scares" might be more than just Urban Dictionary slang.

The last thing anyone ever wants is to develop food poisoning. After making sure a bathroom is nearby, there are a few things that should be top priority.

You've finally gotten your braces off and can now proudly flash your perfect smile to the world, but you might wonder, what's the point of a retainer?

While there are some similarities between anemia and anxiety, they are different. Therefore, it's best to consider a few factors before self-diagnosing.

If you have recently picked up the medication, you might be wondering how long it takes for Flonase to start working. Here's what you should know.

If you're like most people, you slouch while looking at your phone or sitting at your desk sometimes, but slouching too much leads to more than a bad posture.

Walking engages many of your muscles such as your glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, calves, and ankles. Does it also work out your heart?

Actress and singer Demi Lovato first opened up about being diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 2011, but it turns out they may have been misdiagnosed.

While none is pleasant, a case of trigger finger can range from mild to severe. So what is going on in the hand that causes our fingers to lock in place?

If your styes keep recurring, it can certainly be annoying and you may want to figure out the root cause. Let us look at some possibilities.

Are you having an aching sensation that you think may be due to a hernia? Understanding hernias can help you determine if this is the cause of your discomfort.

Like other hormones, it's important that testosterone levels stay balanced, as too much or too little testosterone can contribute to health problems.

Research shows that yoga may not only improve well-being but also help to relieve some of the symptoms of pain-related conditions such as endometriosis.

Let's take a look at why some people are light sleepers while others are not, and how you can get the best sleep, regardless of what camp you're in.

By taking care of the brain, you take care of your eyes and when you take care of your eyes, you also take care of your brain. Here's how to do this.

According to a new study in Nature Genetics, people who smoke heavily may have the same risk of lung cell mutations as people who smoke less frequently.

The NIH reports that 90 million Americans will experience dizziness at some point during their life. What should you do if it happens to you?

Some people may be at greater risk of developing an abdominal aortic aneurysm, and it's recommended that some of these groups undergo screening. Here's who.

ADHD affects 2.5% of adults. Unfortunately, many women with the condition don't get diagnosed until adulthood because their symptoms may present differently.

Signs of stomach cancer can be so vague that they don't really raise any suspicion. That's why it's important to be aware of common warning signs.

Drinking enough water is vital for your health and well-being, but you should try to finish your daily water intake a few hours before going to bed. Here's why.

Believe it or not, the brain and body do need fat to operate. But are some types of body fat healthier than others? Here is what you should know.