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Restless Leg Syndrome: It’s All in Your Head

Imagine this: It’s the end of a long day, and you’re getting sleepy. Just as you decide to head to bed, an unpleasant sensation begins in one or both of your lower legs. It might feel like a parade of tiny ants, an itch or a throb. You feel an irresistible urge to move. You’re still tired, but whenever you stop moving, the unpleasant sensation returns.

Is a Gluten-Free Diet Right for You?

Frequent Travelers: Know the Warning Signs of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Every day, millions of Americans travel by car, plane or train for work, vacation, or just to visit family and friends. For some of us, however, travel can come with certain risks, such as the development of a dangerous condition called deep vein thrombosis.

I’m Having a Hysterectomy. Will I Keep My Ovaries?

If you’re preparing for a hysterectomy, you’re not alone. With more than 600,000 hysterectomies performed every year, it’s the second-most common surgical procedure for women, after cesarean sections. But there are some common misconceptions about the procedure. 

Bob Saget’s Death Highlights Dangers of Head Injuries

TV star Bob Saget’s recent death from head trauma has raised awareness of the dangers of brain injuries and may leave you wondering when you should go to the ER after hitting your head.

Hit Your Head? Don’t Ignore Signs of Concussion

Playing a high-impact sport like football or hockey isn’t the only way to get a concussion. And kids aren’t the only ones who hit their heads. If you’re older than 65, you also are at risk.

Living with Celiac Disease: 4 Tips for Gluten-Free Eating

About 1 percent of the population has Celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that damages the small intestine when a person consumes gluten.

A Busy Schedule May Keep Your Mental Prowess

Have an infinite to-do list or a schedule so jam-packed you barely have time to eat? It turns out a busy schedule might keep you mentally sharp.

Beat the Heat: How To Eat To Keep Cool

When To Choose a Free-Standing Emergency Room

When you find yourself in an emergency medical situation, do you choose a nearby free-standing emergency room? Or do you head to an emergency department that’s attached to a hospital?