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If you a have lingering cold with a persistent cough, it might be walking pneumonia. You may feel bad, but you can still function. The question is: Should you?

If you’re facing surgery for breast cancer, you probably have lots of questions, including what type of surgery, reconstruction options, what to expect during recovery and why you may be asked to consider genetic testing.

Everyone experiences gas every day. You probably don’t think about it until you belch or fart. But most people pass gas up to 20 times a day, which is normal even if it is embarrassing.

As a parent, it’s natural to worry when your child gets sick. But understanding how infections affect the immune system – and that they can actually keep your child healthier later on – can help ease your concerns.

A new breed of weight-loss injections, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists and dual receptor agonists, has become so popular that in 2024, doctors prescribed GLP-1 drugs nearly 364 percent more than in 2019. Now, there’s good news if you don’t like shots: You can take a pill instead.

Breast cancer in younger women doesn’t get a lot of attention. It’s not surprising, considering that the average age of diagnosis in the United States is 62. Still, nearly one in 10 new breast cancer cases is diagnosed in a woman under 45.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, weight fluctuation and fertility challenges – and it can require patience to minimize symptoms. PCOS requires a multi-faceted approach to treatment, including lifestyle modifications. The good news: Altering your diet can help manage PCOS.

Kids with autism are drawn to water, but they have a lack of awareness of the dangers that come with it. Many autistic children drown when they wander away from their homes and into a retention pond, lake or pool.