Health

Have you ever noticed that one eye looks slightly different from the other? Or that one leg is a tad longer? Here's why our bodies are asymmetrical.

Individuals with hypochondria fear illness to an extreme degree, believing wholeheartedly they are sick when they aren't. But can hypochondria be treated?

Trypophobia is a condition characterized by fear or discomfort with patterns or clusters of small holes. If you have trypophobia these things can help.

Contact dermatitis is a type of skin irritation that occurs when the skin comes into contact with an allergen. Here's why it might happen in your armpits.

Posterior tibial tendonitis is caused by the inflammation of the posterior tibial tendon. These are the signs you might have posterior tibial tendonitis.

It's always a good idea to talk to a doctor any time you notice a new, persistent body odor. Here's what it might mean if you smell like bleach.

Aging is a process that happens to everyone, but what causes it? This is what the immunological theory of aging says about how aging occurs.

Medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil is a supplement that is growing in use and popularity, especially alongside a keto diet. Could it be helpful for epilepsy?

Two terms we have often heard with COVID drugs and vaccines are FDA approval and Emergency Use Authorization. These are the important differences between them.

Metformin, a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, has been found to potentially reduce the body's ability to absorb vitamin B12. Should you take a supplement?

New trends show that children may be more likely to develop diabetes in the future. Here's what the research says and what's behind the shift.

We have everything you need to know about ablation surgery, including what it is, how it's done, when you might need it, and what the risks and benefits are.

After a successful decades-long career as a broadcast journalist, Barbara Walters chose to retire in 2014 when she was in her mid-80s.

Vertigo is a condition in which a person has the perception that the world is spinning. It's the result of issues concerning the inner ear and brain.

Toothaches can be warning signs of underlying oral health conditions, including tooth decay, infection, and damaged teeth or fillings.

Standing outside in freezing temperatures or stepping out of the shower into a cold room can be uncomfortable, but your body has a way to help you warm up.

Most people know that some moles should be checked out regularly by a healthcare provider. However, at what point does the same attention apply to freckles?

A biopsy is generally a simple procedure that involves taking a piece of tissue from the body and carrying out tests or looking at it under a microscope.

Along with fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy products, protein is one of the five main food groups that constitute a balanced diet.

At the beginning of the pandemic, the United States banned all travel from China. Now once again, the travel rules are changing based on new requirements.

The use of Ozempic for weight loss is now affecting those with diabetes. Unfortunately, there are now a number of issues patients with the condition are facing.

There are multiple styles of thongs that prevent visible panty lines. However, despite the benefits, some may be hesitant to use the underwear daily.

Beloved Brazilian soccer legend and international sports icon, Pelé, has died at the age of 82. Here is his cause of death, explained.

Soccer superstar Pelé has died at the age of 82. Here's what we know so far about the health issues he experienced leading up to his death.

Loneliness can affect your mental health but did you know it can affect your physical health too? Here's how loneliness can affect those with heart conditions.

Breaking a bone can be a disappointing experience. However, some are curious to know if keeping your body moving can help throughout the healing process.

After breaking a bone and going through the entire healing process, you may be curious to know if it's likely to break the same bone again.