We all have habits we develop without thinking, from checking social media to taking work projects home. These practices are often...
Music can be fun, inspiring, and uplifting, and there are concrete health benefits to both listening and playing.
Esophageal cancer or cancer of the esophagus is among the most common cancers in the world and often has a poor survival rate. It...
Scientists are looking more closely at what causes diseases to spread and the role of asymptomatic carriers.
Eating organic is popular these days, but is it really better for you? Research into organic food is quite extensive.
Parasites are relatively common in the U.S. and cause only minor symptoms in most people.
Musculoskeletal pain afflicts millions of people. It may be caused by injury or a musculoskeletal disorder or MSD.
B12 shots deliver this vitamin to people who are deficient in the nutrient. They are generally regarded as safe.
The human body requires the right balance of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma to survive. One way in...
Research has uncovered cancer-causing carcinogens, understanding of which scientists hope can reduce cancer exposure.
Though many people experience nausea and pressure headaches, in rare cases, an ophthalmologic condition -- papilledema -- is the...
As parents watch their children grow, monitoring their development is both a source of pride and anxiety. Many consult relatives...
Many forms of contraception can effectively prevent unwanted pregnancies. Doctors prescribe birth control pills, and people can...
Is using hand sanitizer as effective as washing your hands, and can you make your own?
Thanks to advances in science and modern medicine, we know about the dangerous components of some edible items. High-fructose corn...
Sugar is one of modern society’s greatest weaknesses. While natural sugar is in many healthy foods, the obsession with added...
Negativity is, to some extent, a part of life. Thanks to stress and anxiety, we find ourselves worrying over the worst-case...
Monday is the most odious day of the week for most employees of the traditional workforce. Being rattled awake by an alarm at 6...
If you've ever been to a state fair or magic show, you might have seen a hypnotist in action. The theatrical performer invites a...
Feelings of anxiety are a natural part of life. People feel anxiety over both serious and trivial things, often inexplicably, and...
Water retention is a general term that often refers to the medical condition edema, a build-up of fluid — such as water or blood...
Muscle spasms are a reaction to multiple factors, including stress, injury, and illness. However, when these spasms become common...
Much of the world has fallen into a sedentary lifestyle. An overall decrease in activity and the rise of office jobs has led not...
