General Health

If you’ve had chickenpox, you’re at risk for shingles. Some viruses can become dormant, also known as virus latency, and they stay with you forever.

Informed, full of worldly opinions, but cautious, reserved: I don't get my teens' Gen Z characteristics. A teen psychologist explains what's going on.

Diabetes may affect the blood vessels in your eyes, leading to diseases that put your vision at risk. A diabetic eye exam helps identify eye problems early.

If you’re paying the price for too much sun exposure, follow these 8 tips to soothe a sunburn.

An ALS prognosis is bleak. Read how one beloved doctor with ALS is taking action to get treatments approved faster.

Yellow mucus? Brown urine? Learn what changes like this can tell you about your health and when you should tell your doctor.

Learn the defining moment that made Paola Gehrig, MD, want to become a gynecologic cancer doctor who treats ovarian, cervical, and other cancers women face.

Not only is seasonal produce full of flavor, but summer fruits and veggies also provide loads of nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy.

Before you buy in to the TV ads taking aim at vaginal mesh, learn the history of this procedure, how it's used and why it's still a good option for some women.

We're all tired of the COVID pandemic, but the omicron BA.5 variant can still cause serious illness or a big disruption to your routine. See what you need to know about the surge.