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How to Make More Organs Usable for Lifesaving Transplants

Nearly 116,000 Americans are on the waiting list for a lifesaving organ transplant. While we know that organ donation can save lives and thousands of people donate every year, what isn’t often discussed is that not every organ donated is viable enough to use for a transplant.

How To Choose the Best Weight-loss Option for You

Navigating Your Options for Looking Younger Without Surgery

Nonsurgical cosmetic procedures are increasingly popular for people seeking a younger appearance. There are numerous options available, including Botox injections, laser treatments and chemical peels.

Barrett’s Esophagus: A Hidden Risk for Esophageal Cancer

Most of us have experienced acid reflux. Eating a large, rich meal or enjoying an excessive amount of your favorite alcoholic beverage can trigger the discomfort caused by stomach acid escaping in the wrong direction – into your esophagus and throat.

EKG for Heart Problems: Only the First Step

Suicide Prevention: Tips For Parents To Help Their Kids

Building your child’s resilience may lower their suicide risk by teaching them how to cope with mental health issues. And surrounding your child with supportive people whom they trust also can help give them the confidence they need to navigate life.

Why Some Teens Choose Implants for Birth Control

While media buzzes about birth control pills and IUDs, some of the youngest sexually active women are quietly choosing another method, and it works: implants.

What an Early Lung Cancer Diagnosis Means for You

Lung cancer, the leading cause of all cancer deaths, is scary because it grows quietly and is sometimes only discovered when you have an X-ray or CT scan for an unrelated issue.

Cholesterol Checkups: Why Regular Monitoring Is Essential for Heart Health

When To See an Orthopedist for Your Aching Back

Back pain is one of life’s most common ailments and a leading cause of missed work. The pain comes in so many forms that it can be tough to know the difference between something that will go away over time versus a more serious condition in need of an orthopedist’s care.