Category,
BRAIN AND NERVE CARE
How Hormone Replacement Therapy Affects Dementia Risk
Taking hormone replacement (HRT) during menopause has some risk, but there are good reasons to take the medication. Here’s what you should know.
Category,
SMOKING
Teens Are Vaping Less
For the second year in a row, teenaged use of e-cigarettes fell, according to a report. But vaping, invented as an alternative to smoking, may surge again.
Category,
PARKINSON'S DISEASE
What Is Deep Brain Stimulation?
Sending electricity directly to parts of the brain can treat Parkinson’s disease and other illnesses. Here’s what you should know about deep brain stimulation.
Category,
INFECTIOUS DISEASE
What Is Rheumatic Fever?
If you don’t treat your child's strep throat, he or she could develop a more serious infection called rheumatic fever, which produces inflammation throughout his or her body.
Category,
HEART CARE
What Is an EKG?
An EKG, or electrocardiogram, involves documenting the electrical system of your heart. An EKG provides information about heart rhythm, heart attacks, and more.
Category,
FOOT CARE
Bunion Causes and Treatments
A bunion is more than a problem with how your foot looks: it can be painful and interfere with walking. Find out what causes bunions and how to treat them.
Category,
SLEEP CARE
Sleeping Earlier Could Improve Your Mood
Are you a night owl? Early risers are more likely to say they feel good and have a lower risk of schizophrenia and depression. Here’s what you should know.
Category,
CANCER CARE
Sharp Calorie-Cutting May Boost Your Immune System
There is more evidence that lowering your calorie intake can improve your immune system and help fight cancer. Here’s what you should know.
