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People with ADHD are up to twice as likely to have these common gut problems

A 1.9 million-person meta-analysis links ADHD to sharply higher odds of common gut problems.

Where you live may matter more for dementia risk than what you eat

Where you live may shape your brain health as much as how you live, a new analysis argues.

What to expect when getting checked for prostate cancer

Prostate cancer screening is not the same for everyone, and several common assumptions can cause unnecessary concern.Here are...

Two infants dead in Pennsylvania: One killed by the virus

A Lancaster County coroner has confirmed both deaths and directly tied one to the virus.

Tylenol tops US liver failure cases: the daily limit many cross by accident

Stacking cold and pain medicines can push you past 4,000 mg without noticing.

People with ADHD are up to twice as likely to have these common gut problems

A 1.9 million-person meta-analysis links ADHD to sharply higher odds of common gut problems.

Where you live may matter more for dementia risk than what you eat

Where you live may shape your brain health as much as how you live, a new analysis argues.

What to expect when getting checked for prostate cancer

Prostate cancer screening is not the same for everyone, and several common assumptions can cause unnecessary concern.Here are...

Two infants dead in Pennsylvania: One killed by the virus

A Lancaster County coroner has confirmed both deaths and directly tied one to the virus.

How calcium and vitamin D can affect your bone health when taken together

Calcium and vitamin D serve different roles in the body, but they are closely connected. When combined, they can support bone strength more effectively...

Health systems under pressure as Ebola cases rise

A growing Ebola outbreak is raising concern as cases and deaths continue to climb.

New study: Vitamin D may affect people with inflammatory bowel disease

A new study suggests that vitamin D may influence the immune system in people with inflammatory bowel disease.

American doctor infected with Ebola as authorities tighten health controls

An American doctor has been infected with Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Cough drops seem harmless – but too many can cause an overdose

Many people take extra cough drops when a cough refuses to go away, but experts warn that excessive use can, in rare cases, lead to serious symptoms.

38-year-old Laura ignored her fatigue – it turned out to be cancer

A 38-year-old mother believed her extreme fatigue was simply caused by a busy life filled with work and children. Later, she discovered that the symptom was actually a sign of a serious illness.