General Health (Page 49)

[caption id="attachment_16139" align="alignright" width="350"] Most blood cancers happen in people 60 or older.[/caption] There’s a lot more to your blood than meets the eye, especially if you’re over 50. Blood (hematologic) cancer is a broad term used to describe cancers of the blood. Blood contains red blood cells that carry…

Even when you’re a full-fledged adult, hearing a parent has cancer is devastating. Depending on your relationship, you may feel a flood of emotions. No matter what emotions come forth, what you’re feeling is both natural and manageable.

From sleepwalking to heart flutters, In this series we ask experts if the weird things our bodies and minds do is normal or if they're worth worrying about.

Most of us have experienced the pins-and-needles feeling. Maybe you slept on your arm, or you squeezed into an awkward position in a tiny airplane seat and your foot fell asleep. Here's how to tell if it means something is really wrong.

The UVA SPEED Clinic offers 3D motion-capture technology for not just golfers but also runners, walkers and bikers. Listen to this podcast to learn what happens at an appointment.

Most people can't tell the difference between poisonous mushrooms and safe ones. Find out how to protect yourself and your family from a deadly mistake.

Parkinson's is a brain disorder that causes poor balance, tremors and difficulty with movements. Watch a video with two UVA neurosurgeons explaining Parkinson's treatments.

Has your heart ever skipped a beat? Find out what causes normal heart flutters and when you could have afib and should see a doctor.

The term glaucoma refers to multiple diseases where the eye's optic nerve can become damaged. The most common kind happens as a result of high eye pressure.

Probiotics are good bacteria that live in your intestines. Foods like yogurt have live cultures that keep your immune system healthy. Add probiotics to your diet to reap their benefits, which include potential cancer prevention.