Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections in the urinary system, which consists of the urethra, bladder, kidneys, and ureters. UTIs typically occur when bacteria enter the bladder or urethra ...

Middle-aged adults with higher cardiorespiratory fitness levels had lower dementia risk in a new study. Cardiorespiratory fitness, or exercise capacity, involves the body’s ability to supply ...

Exercising in nature can improve self-esteem and lessen feelings of anger, tension, and depression. The researchers behind an ...

Age, sex, diet, and more can play a role in gallstones and other gallbladder diseases. Learn more about the risk factors.

A new study shows the ability to stand on one leg may be a better indicator of healthy aging than other more commonly used ...

A cesarean delivery (also called a C-section) is the delivery of a baby through a surgical cut in a woman’s abdomen and uterus rather than through the vagina. There are several reasons you might ...

Muscular atrophy is the thinning, wasting, or loss of muscle tissue, leading to decreased strength and mass. There are various types of muscle atrophy and different treatments for them. One common ...

Oral contraceptives, certain pregnancy complications, and early menopause can all increase the risk of a first stroke. But ...

The CDC and FDA said the outbreak has sickened 49 people and killed one. McDonald’s has pulled Quarter Pounders from the menu ...

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