Health Conditions

You may know that some blood types aren't compatible with each other for blood transfusions, but why is this? Learn why you can't mix certain blood types.

Everyone experiences occasional constipation, but the reasons may sometimes be unclear. These common medications can prompt such uncomfortable situations.

"The Fall of the House of Usher" is a clever play between what's real and what's not, and viewers might be wondering how the disease called CADASIL fits in.

There are factors affecting blood pressure that you might not be aware of. Understanding them will empower you to take better control of your health.

Sometimes headache can be hard to treat since it can be hard to narrow down the cause, especially if it's something unexpected like your tongue.

It's rare for people to die in their sleep unless there is an underlying cause. This health condition is the most common reason that people die in their sleep.

Viruses or allergies are often to blame if you have a frog in your throat. Here's what you can drink to get rid of this pesky problem.

Itch can be an uncommon sign of a serious type of blood clot. Here's how to know if you might be at risk or need to see a doctor for assessment.

In 2019, actor Cameron Boyce passed away due to a little-known condition. As a result, a foundation was established in his name to raise awareness about it.

Food poisoning is no joke, as anyone who has ever experienced it can attest. Here are some of the foods you'll want to avoid to minimize your risk.

Call your doctor if you have cold symptoms that last longer than ten days, if they are severe or unusual, or if you have other conditions that put you at risk.

While the benefits of multivitamins are boasted all over the internet, they can also have irritating side effects, like an allergic reaction itch.

Headaches are never pleasant. We investigate one at-home remedy from Dr. Jason Singh and why it might be able to get rid of your headache quickly.

Suzanne Somers built her post-"Three's Company" career on alternative paths to health. We take a look at her complicated history with breast cancer.

If you've noticed that the back of your leg is red and perhaps even crampy or painful, don't ignore it. It could mean you have this serious condition.

Waking up with your eye crusty and glued shut can be perfectly normal or it can indicate you have one of several medical conditions, including these.

Who doesn't love the heavenly scent and the satisfying crunch of popcorn? However, if you have one of these medication conditions, it may be wise to avoid it.

You may have read that sexual intercouse can increase your risk of suffering a heart attack. But is this true? Here's what some heart health experts said.

Have you been making more trips to the bathroom during the summer? The extreme heat may have something to do with your increased urge to poop. Read on.

Touting the benefits of cold exposure for sleep, energy, and fat loss, the founders of Plunge appeared on "Shark Tank" season 13. Where is the company today?

The role of protein in the development of your body is undeniably important. And if you don't get enough of it in your diet, your legs may suffer as a result.

Colds can be a real burden -- sniffling, sneezing, coughing, and wheezing. They can range from mild to severe, though, and might last longer than you think.

Have you ever experienced feeling physically weak after a strenuous bowel movement? Find out more about defecation syncope and what to do when it happens.

As the saying goes, laughter is the best medicine -- but can laughter actually kill a person, if one were to laugh hard enough? Here's what research reveals.

If you've been advised to exercise to lower your high cholesterol but you don't want to hurt your joints, then these low-impact exercises are for you.

Losing an organ might sound like a guaranteed fatal experience. But as it turns out, there are a few organs that you can safely live without. Keep reading.

Have you ever wondered why mosquitoes almost always seem to head straight for your ankles whenever they bite you? The answer is actually quite surprising.