Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in a deep vein, often in the leg. Find out what causes DVT and whether you are at risk.
A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone that most often happens when more force is applied to the bone than it can take. Learn the symptoms and what acti...
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. Learn how to better deal with them by taking this quiz.
Information about COVID-19 continues to evolve. Learn how you can keep you and your family safe as this infectious disease continues to circulate. You'll find details about symptoms, treatment, and prevention, including vaccines.
Your mental health is just as important to your overall well being as your physical health. Here's information on a range of mental health topics, plus ideas on how to cope when your life hits an...
Heart disease is the biggest health risk Americans face today. If you don’t have heart disease now, you can help prevent it. If you’ve already been diagnosed with heart disease, you can keep it from...
Although genetics determines how long we will live, it's the lifestyle we choose that will determine how healthy we are as we age.
How much do you really know about those fat globules lurking in your food? Take this quiz and find out.
The body mass index is a measure of a person's body fat. In children and teens, the index is used to find out if a child is too thin, too heavy, or at risk of becoming too heavy.
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women (other than skin cancer). The American Cancer Society reports the breast cancer death rate is declining, probably because of earlier...
A metered-dose inhaler sends medicine to the airways in your lungs. You must use the inhaler the right way for it to work. This video shows you how to use one with a spacer.