New data shows a small increase in disabled doctors but highlights uneven residency match rates across specialties.

Breaking a hip is a common fear in older adults. It’s linked to a long recovery period and even death in an older population.

Bird flu is an infectious viral illness that can spread among birds, and in rare cases, it can spread to humans. Here's what you need to know about how bird flu spreads and the preventative measures ...

Health and fitness influencers often recommend their followers eat more than 100 grams of protein each day, but how much ...

Mammograms for women who turn 40 became a priority again this week after the U.S. Preventive Task Force (USPSTF) updated their guidelines recommending all women start getting screened for breast ...

IV vitamin drips are marketed to offer a wide range of benefits, but there's no evidence to support these claims. In some ...

Engaging in mentally stimulating activities builds a cognitive reserve, which can adapt to changes related to Alzheimer’s and ...

The FDA recently approved a new type of treatment for late-stage ovarian cancer. The medication belongs to a class of drugs ...

Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, also called allergic rhinoconjunctivitis, is the most common type of AC. It is caused by a reaction to pollens and spores during certain spring and summer months, ...

A basic metabolic panel (BMP) is a group of eight common blood tests that examine several body functions. It is similar to a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), but the BMP includes fewer tests. This ...

A stroke occurs when blood supply to the brain is blocked or interrupted by a burst vessel. Recent data indicates that 1 in 6 deaths from cardiovascular disease was due to stroke. Stroke is the ...