Health

Since aspirin can be effective for us when we get sick, it may be tempting to offer it to our sick children, too. However, this generally isn't a good idea.

Some celebrities are becoming more and more outspoken about their individual journeys with endometriosis and subsequent fertility struggles.

Changes can take place in the chemical makeup of medicine over time, including the progressive deterioration of their effectiveness.

Getting a flu shot may increase your protective armor against the flu. However, you should be aware that the shot comes with possible side effects.

When you need to significantly adjust your sleep schedule, is there a quick and easy way to make the shift? As it turns out, making adjustments is a process.

Chances are, amping up your fiber intake is a good idea, and this is especially true if you have trouble sleeping, according to research.

In order to relieve the pressure on your swollen feet, removing your shoes seems like a logical solution, but doing so poses a different problem altogether.

Even though a third of Americans think hemp and marijuana are the same thing, there is actually one major difference between them.

Grapefruit can lower or increase your high blood pressure medication's absorption into the bloodstream, among other negative effects.

Because different antidepressants have different side effects, it's best to discuss options with your doctor to determine which works best for your needs.

An endoscopy, also called an upper endoscopy, is a procedure conducted to examine the upper digestive tract. Here is what you can expect.

The specific symptoms associated with cysts depend on the type of cyst, but how long do they typically last, and what is the best treatment?

Although women's athleisure has seen drastic changes over the last few decades, many wonder if there is science behind women's professional athletic apparel.

While the level of difficulty may vary by age, learning a language, no matter how old you are, has some incredible long-lasting benefits.

Splitting pills may at times be necessary if you need to adjust your dosage, or perhaps you're doing it because it makes them easier to swallow.

Every time a driver finishes at the pump, they leave a little bit behind. Here is how dirty gas pumps really are, as well as how you can stay germ-free.

Pain on the right side of the chest is rarely caused by a heart attack, but shingles and muscle strains are among possible culprits.

Both negative and positive high-intensity negative emotions at work can trigger your stress response, which can overstimulate the body and create fatigue.

Surprisingly, shoes are not the only potential cause of blisters on your feet. Here are some of the other unique causes that are often overlooked.

Don't believe the rumor that you can't get pregnant while you are breastfeeding or if your period hasn't returned — neither of these assumptions is true.

It's an obvious choice for skin moisturizing, but you might be surprised at how many other uses Vaseline has. Even infants and pets can benefit from it.

Black eyes occur when the small blood vessels near your eye rupture, leaking blood and other fluids into the area under your skin.

Some people are opting for tattoos as alternatives to medical alert bracelets. Is this necessary for those who may need medical attention in an emergency?

Knowing how popular allergy medications like Claritin and Allegra differ can help you choose the right medicine for your needs.

As opposed to regular acne, cystic acne consists of painful, pus-filled cysts that develop deep underneath the skin. Here is the best way to treat it.

It's comforting to know that Tums can come to our rescue, but just like any other medication, taking too much poses some health risks.

Most people don't experience true "starvation mode," but when your metabolic rate declines, you don't require as many calories, and weight loss may stall.