Millions of us suffer from chronic illnesses, from asthma and diabetes to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Chronic illnesses are persistent and long lasting. Our experts—including those with chronic conditions—offer tips, treatments and advice to ease the burden.
Plaques accumulate in the brain two decades before symptoms appear, so scientists are trying to find ways to detect the disease earlier.
Before you conclude your faulty memory is a sign of impending Alzheimer’s, consider reversible dementia as the culprit.
Stress is known to have adverse effects on health, so anything that relieves stress—such as a getaway—is likely to have a salutary effect.
This painful condition causes inflammation in the joints and in the body.
The Klotz family manages daughter Kamryn's cystic fibrosis with grace, trusting medical breakthroughs will escort her through a long and beautiful life.
Cope with everyday anxiety by finding relaxation strategies that work for you.
New findings extend our understanding of the body's complex genetic architecture and how it relates to hormones, neuroticism, depression and bipolar disorder.
One child in 13—or about two in every classroom—has a food allergy. Follow these 4 tips to keep your kiddo safe.
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment and coordinated care saves Robert Shinew's leg.
We humans are a social species. Yet going without solid sleep can turn us into social lepers.
A bug's life—edible insects are nutritious and often surprisingly delicious.
