Health

Pregnancy can bring both the best of times and the worst of times, the latter of which may include preeclampsia. What could cause this condition?

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow or impact to the head. Like many other injuries, concussions should not go untreated.

Creatine is a popular sports supplement. Can it make you lose your hair?

While hives and rashes share many symptoms, there are distinct differences between the two. For this reason, they may need to be treated differently.

There are different levels of severity when it comes to splinters, and it depends on how deeply embedded the material is within the skin's layers.

Aloe comes from nature and is a soothing ingredient by nature. The skin healing plant is generally well tolerated on all types of skin.

Having higher levels of minerals and less sodium, Himalayan pink salt has been touted as a better alternative to table salt. But can pink salt help curb hunger?

Your enamel is incredibly important. Here are the best ways to protect it.

Getting a high blood pressure diagnosis is not what you want to hear. But can exercise lower blood pressure or keep it under control?

Your braces have finally come off after what felt like an eternity. But, it's still not over -- your orthodontist wants you to continue wearing a retainer.

Have you ever looked in the mirror only to be greeted by your typically pink tongue appearing white? Here's what this condition may mean.

Dairy food is packed with vitamins and minerals, but it may not be all good for you. There may be a real reason why dairy is aging you quicker.

Illness anxiety disorder, previously known as hypochondria, is considered a chronic condition in which the severity of symptoms can vary for different people.

We often hear about how bad cholesterol is for us, and the warnings of high cholesterol only grow as we age. But what is bad cholesterol and how to prevent it?

Recognizing symptoms of heart disease can be a bit tricky. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, contact a health care professional to get diagnosed.

A collapsed lung, or pneumothorax, happens when air leaks into the space between your lung and chest wall. Just how serious is this condition?

The average adult can expect to catch about two or three common colds a year, but how long should these colds last, and when do they become cause for concern?

Baths are relaxing, but are they good or bad for you?

Don't worry if you're not familiar with every COVID-19 variant. The mutations can seem daunting. Here's what you need to know about the widespread variants.

Swollen lymph nodes often return to normal without treatment, but see a doctor if if they persist, are painful, or are accompanied by other symptoms...

Because CBD can induce feelings of drowsiness, some studies indicate it may boost one's quality of sleep.

There is no genetic basis for depression, which affects millions of people throughout the world, and has varying causes.

Stress has a lot of negative effects, but can it actually make your hair fall out?

Untreated ankle sprains can result in ongoing instability in the ankle joint, as well as a higher risk of arthritis and chronic inflammation in the area.

Palliative and hospice care are designed to support the changing needs of chronic illness patients and their families. Here's the difference between them.

Scented toilet paper may seem innocent enough, but it can cause a whole host of problems. Here's how it can affect your body and what you should use instead.

Here's why you may want to reconsider waxing your arms.