Learn how the thymus supports your immune system and why researchers believe thymic health may be important for healthy aging ...

Seven years after a simple sign at a Chicago Cubs game led to her receiving a lifesaving kidney donation, Bridgett Kolls returned to Wrigley Field. This time, she was on the mound to throw out the ...

Just when you thought your allergy-ridden days were behind you until next spring, fall arrives with a fresh wave of allergens. For many people, Labor Day weekend coincides with the return of fall ...

About one in every two Americans suffers from high blood pressure. It’s truly a silent killer and one of the top risk factors for having a heart attack. The higher your blood pressure, the more damage ...

Learn how to tell if your skin is aging well and discover simple habits that can help keep your skin healthy for years to ...

Does chewing help you stay alert? Learn what a neurologist says about the connection between chewing, focus, attention and mental alertness.

Many people claim drinking hot water improves digestion and boost metabolism. See what research says and how to support healthy digestion.

When it’s working like it should, you probably don’t even notice your thyroid. When it’s off, you’ll likely know it. Your thyroid regulates many of your body’s internal functions. When you have a ...

Health officials continue to investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak, with thousands of confirmed cases reported this summer. The rising number of cases raises an important question about ...

Getting back into the school routine isn’t always easy, especially when it comes to sleep. During the summer months, many children, particularly adolescents, fall into the habit of staying up later ...

If neck pain and other symptoms aren’t improving with massages, physical therapy and over-the-counter pain relievers, you may wonder if surgery is the obvious next step. Several cervical spine ...