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Trillions of microorganisms, thousands of species — bacteria, fungi, parasites — all coexisting peacefully within us: This is your microbiome, which plays a critical role in your health.

Weekend warriors and professional athletes know that neck pain, particularly from a herniated disc, can derail your sports endeavors. For those used to being active, sitting on the sidelines waiting to recover can be frustrating. And, if nonsurgical treatments fail, you may need a surgical solution. Doctors have traditionally performed fusion disc surgery, but a new option of cervical arthroplasty (i.e. cervical disc replacement) offers multiple benefits.

It happens to most of us at some point: we have trouble concentrating or remembering things. Is this something to be concerned about?

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.

Caring for an adult with incontinence is a challenge. For them, incontinence comes with feelings of embarrassment, sadness, loss of control and frustration. For you, whether a relative or informal caregiver, incontinence management can affect your quality of life, causing you social isolation, financial strain, and psychological and physical exhaustion.

Recent headlines about the artificial sweetener erythritol – warning it can cause a stroke or heart attack – may have you ready to give it up and go back to eating sugar.

Diet and exercise aren’t just good for your heart and lungs—they also lower your risk of developing a variety of cancers. More specifically, maintaining your weight and avoiding becoming overweight or obese are particularly important for the health of your liver and for reducing the risk of developing liver cancer.

We’re busy. We’re hungry. We don’t feel like cooking. More and more of us are relying on the convenience of takeout meals while also trying to eat healthy. Can we do both?

Your body is your most important vehicle. That’s why, whether you’re sporting a newer model or a classic, routine maintenance is key to keeping your body running at maximum efficiency.

It’s small and hidden, but the clitoris plays a key part in women’s sexual pleasure. Doctors check to see if it looks healthy during ob-gyn well check-ups, but other than that, it’s not discussed much between patients and medical professionals.