Premenstrual Syndrome: Symptoms and Remedies
Despite decades of scientific research, there's still no agreement about what causes premenstrual syndrome (PMS). If you have severe PMS, here are some points to consider. more
Sun Risk From Side Windows
Front windshields on cars offer excellent protection from the sun’s harmful rays, but side windows—not so much. more
Heart Attack and Gender Differences
What is the difference between men and women during a heart attack? more
Skin Cancer Screening
Find out if you are at a high risk for skin cancer. more
Sugar Substitutes: Do They Help You Lose Weight?
Questions persist about sugar substitutes' effect on weight—understand the research. more
Anatomy of the Joints
Before you can understand the causes of and treatments for arthritis, it is helpful to know more about your joints. more
Indoor Tanning and Skin Cancer
Beware of health claims promoted by the indoor tanning industry. In reality there are few benefits if any and tanning devices dramatically increase the risk for skin cancer. more
How to Avoid Traveler’s Diarrhea
Traveler’s diarrhea can ruin your travels. Learn how to avoid it, and treat it, if it happens to you. more
Treatment of Hemorrhagic Stroke
Emergency treatment of a hemorrhagic stroke focuses on controlling bleeding, blood pressure, and pressure in the brain. more
The Life Cycle of Mood Disorders
Mood disorders most often surface by the age of 30, but they can occur at any age. Learn how depression and bipolar disorder progress and change over time. more