Health

While sunlight is our primary source of high-energy visible light, the screens on mobile devices also produce it. Here is how it can affect your skin.

Everyone knows sleep is important, but some find it more difficult than others to get a good night's sleep. It turns out losing weight helps you sleep better.

The three are rattled off, almost as one word -- measles, mumps, rubella. Although all are viral, they are different illnesses, with different consequences.

Research indicates that people who drink coffee may be less likely to develop type 2 diabetes and dementia. However, there are some downsides.

It's estimated that 2% to 10% of American women age 25-40 must deal with endometriosis. "Top Chef" host Padma Lakshmi is one of the many women.

Anesthesia is the name of a treatment that uses anesthetics, which are drugs designed to keep patients from experiencing pain or discomfort during a procedure.

Synonymous with harsh words like barren, there's a finality to the term 'infertility' that can inflict undue damage to the people it is used to describe.

Have you ever wondered what happens to your body during a stroke? Well, it can be a lot. Read on for important information about stroke symptoms and your body.

Even after years, plastic surgeries are not risk-free and definitely not easy on the pocket! Here are the plastic surgeries most likely to break your bank.

Research is examining the direct role that air pollution might play when it comes to COVID-19 outcomes, shedding light on the importance of healthy air.

A recent outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City has turned deadly, killing one person; 18 people remain sick, including eight who are hospitalized.

A person may need to be on a ventilator if they have an illness or injury that interferes with breathing. They might also be put on temporarily during surgery.

While wearing a mask has been a protective measure against COVID-19 for years, many still find them uncomfortable. For some, masks increase anxiety.

Experts still say you shouldn't worry about monkeypox becoming a pandemic. But it can help to know what the symptoms look like. Here's what to look out for.

Psoriasis is a painful skin disease that affects approximately 125 million people around the world, with over eight million cases in the U.S.

As mainstream acceptance of psychedelics continues to rise, researchers are studying the effects of potent psychoactive substances, such as toad venom.

Despite its name, heartburn has nothing to do with your heart and is actually a symptom of many conditions, such as acid reflux. Can chewing gum help?

An unpleasant side effect of wearing a mask is an increased risk of headaches. However, experiencing a headache while wearing a mask isn't uncommon.

Goat's milk is the perfect soothing cleanser for dry or sensitive skin. Using natural skincare products made of goat's milk restores our skin's pH level.

Periods that occur less than 21 days or more than 35 days apart could be a sign of a menstrual problem. Here's what you might not know about irregular periods.

Having trouble getting better sleep when you're sick? Here are some of the top methods to get a restful snooze when you're feeling under the weather.

Here's everything you need to know about blood clots.

Chewing or eating your own hair may seem like it's no big issue. However, it's been reported to have been the cause of death for some young women.

The majority of people have a general understanding of when children go through puberty. However, before that, another peak in hormones occurs in babies too.

Eating these foods can lead to many issues with your bladder.

Next time you see your doctor, take a look at whether they carry an MD or a DO after their name. There are differences between the two you should be aware of.

Bruises are bound to appear, but they don't always look like your typical black and blue mark. This is especially true when it comes to hematomas.