Dear Mayo Clinic: I’ve noticed several dark spots and cobweblike strings in my vision. Is this something to be concerned […]
What causes belly fat and 7 ways to lose it
Belly fat refers to fat around the abdomen. There are two types of belly fat: Visceral: This fat surrounds a […]
‘Bystander effect’ and sexual assault: What the research says
Sexual assault, pushed into public conversation by the #MeToo movement, once again dominates the U.S. news cycle. Supreme Court nominee […]
Constipation after surgery: What to know and treatments
Constipation does not affect everyone who has surgery, but it is a relatively common side effect of pain medications, anesthesia, […]
What Are X-Rays?
X-rays are types of electromagnetic radiation probably most well-known for their ability to see through a person's skin and reveal […]
Some Household Chemicals Act Like Estrogen — Here's What They Can Do to Your Body
When it’s time to shop for items I keep in my home, whether they’re cosmetics or kitchen supplies, I generally […]
What if needle pokes didn’t hurt? Hospital implements strategies to eliminate or reduce needle pain in kids
A major US children’s hospital introduced a first-of-its-kind project to eliminate or reduce pain from elective needle procedures in all […]
What I Wish My Loved Ones Knew About My Triggers for Suicidal Thoughts
As someone who lives with major depressive disorder and has been suicidal, I think being suicidal may be like being […]
Considering surgery for endometriosis? Here’s what you need to know
Between 1% and 10% of Australian women have endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the […]
Light period: What does it mean?
Lighter periods than normal do not usually cause concern. People often find their menstrual flow varies from month-to-month, and some […]