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Knowing when to take your child to the emergency room can be a difficult decision, but there are things you…
Teeth grinding is also known as bruxism. About 20% or 30% of children clench their teeth but usually stop as…
Medicines can sometimes react with nutrients in foods or dietary supplements. You should speak to your doctor about any potential…
A stroke is a medical condition that occurs when the blood flow to your brain stops.
Sinusitis is when the lining of your sinuses are inflamed. Due to the swelling, mucus that travels from your sinuses…
The pituitary gland is located in your brain and produces hormones. Most pituitary tumors are non-cancerous.
People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and…
Menopause is when your menstrual periods permanently stop (12 months in a row without a period) and you can no…
Malaria is a serious disease caused by a parasite. The parasite is carried by one type of mosquito. Humans get…
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by a tick bite.
Lupus is a disease that affects your immune system, causing it to attack healthy cells and tissue.
Hypopituitarism is a disorder in which the pituitary gland doesn’t make enough hormones.
Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs it to work properly…
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure…
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke are serious conditions. Learn the warning signs of these heat-related illnesses, as well as how to…
There are several different types of headaches. Migraines and tension headaches are the most common.
H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is inflammation of the arteries in the arms, upper body, neck, hips,…
Fifth disease is a mild viral infection that causes a bright red rash on the face. It also has cold-like…
Seasonal fall allergies can be characterized by many symptoms and causes. Click here to learn about what’s causing your runny…
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