A new study says that married men may have triple the risk of obesity, compared to unmarried men, and that marriage seems to ...

As the measles outbreak in the U.S. spreads, experts fear that other preventable diseases, including polio, rubella, and mumps, could return. Here’s what you can do to stay safe.

In early stages, measles can easily go undetected, putting you, your family, and your community at risk. Understand the signs and what to do if you notice them.

If you have a lung problem, your doctor may suggest a lobectomy. It’s a surgery to remove a lobe (portion) of your lung. Your lungs are made up of five sections or lobes — three in your right ...

Scoliosis is a curvature in the spine. Most cases of scoliosis develop just before you reach puberty. In those cases, the cause is not known. However, certain diseases like cerebral palsy or ...

Getting vaccinated during pregnancy protects your newborn from severe infection during the first critical months of life.

New research published in The New England Journal of Medicine reveals bacterial vaginosis is a sexually transmitted disease, advocating for joint treatment of both male and female partners to ...

Nearly 8 out of every 10 people will have low back pain at some point in life. Back pain is one of the top reasons people seek medical treatment. It is also the No. 1 reported reason for seeking ...

The FDA has approved Neffy, a needle-free nasal spray, for children aged 4 and up, providing fast and effective treatment for severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.

What Is Hypertensive Heart Disease? Your heart beats around 100,000 times every day. Every minute, it pumps nearly 1.5 gallons of blood. But there are a lot of reasons why this crucial organ can ...

Learn why staying fit, not just slim, can boost your health and protect against serious diseases better than just watching your weight.

A lumpectomy plus radiation is very effective for treating stage zero cancer, but new research suggests that active monitoring may be just as good.