Thinking About Your Thyroid Get to Know This Small but Mighty Gland
You’ve probably heard of the thyroid gland, but do you know what it does? You might not give it a second thought…
You’ve probably heard of the thyroid gland, but do you know what it does? You might not give it a second thought…
Oral health is important for people of all ages. But the simple routine you learned as a kid—brush your teeth twice a…
When you hear the word epilepsy, you might think of intense seizures with muscle spasms and loss of consciousness. But most epilepsy…
It can be a labor of love, and sometimes a job of necessity. A total of about 43 million U.S. adults provide…
You’ve probably heard of fibromyalgia, but you may not know what it is. Fibromyalgia is a long-term (chronic) pain condition that affects…
Are you male or female? The answer to this seemingly simple question can have a major impact on your health. While both sexes are similar in many ways, researchers have found that sex and social factors can make a difference when it comes to your risk for disease, how well you respond to medications, and […]
Want the secret to living a longer and healthier life? Scientists have found ways to prolong the healthy lifespans of worms, mice, and even monkeys. Their work has revealed exciting new clues about the biology of aging. But solid evidence still shows that the best way to boost the chance of living a long and […]
For those who dream of being parents, pregnancy problems can be tremendously frustrating and disappointing. In recent decades, scientists have developed a wide range of approaches to help struggling couples have healthy babies. And NIH-funded studies are continuing to search for even better ways to overcome the challenges of infertility. Infertility is a fairly common […]