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01/05/2026

What happens if something suspicious is found during a colonoscopy? UH Seidman Cancer Center's Dr. Ted Teknos explains.

What if a doctor finds polyps during a colonoscopy? It doesn’t necessarily mean cancer.

01/05/2026

A new study reveals that nearly one-third of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. occur six weeks to a year after giving birth. Here are the warning signs to know.

A new study reveals that nearly one-third of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. occur six weeks to a year after giving birth.

01/03/2026

Prostate cancer can impact s*xual function in numerous ways. However, nearly all men who go through treatment are able to return to a healthy s*x life. Here’s what to know.

Despite the challenges of prostate cancer, many men who go through treatment are able to return to a healthy s*x life.

01/02/2026

Itchy, inflamed skin can be caused by many things, often resolving with time and treatment. However, chronic itchiness with no clear cause could indicate a more serious condition.

Occasional itchiness is a common, usually temporary problem. However, if the urge to scratch persists without an obvious cause, it’s time to see a doctor.

01/02/2026

It may seem like the cleaner you are, the better. But showering too frequently can be tough on your skin. Here’s how often experts recommend bathing.

12/31/2025

You’ve seen the phrases “use by” and “best if used by” on food packaging – but are they suggestions or hard rules? Here’s how to evaluate the freshness of food products and stay safe.

12/31/2025

Regularly used to treat wrinkles and acne, red light therapy is increasing in popularity for muscle performance, recovery and chronic pain. But does it work?

Regularly used to treat wrinkles and acne, red light therapy is increasing in popularity for muscle performance, recovery and chronic pain.

12/30/2025

Does aging happen gradually or come in waves? A recent study may hold the answer.

New research may help explain why aches, pains and other symptoms of aging can feel like they appear overnight.

12/30/2025

This little-known syndrome is actually quite common. But given that many people with it are otherwise young and healthy, it’s underdiagnosed. Here’s what to know.

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS, is a little known and often undiagnosed disorder that can cause racing heart, dizziness and other symptoms.

12/29/2025

A growing body of evidence suggests that the gut and brain are connected. For example, research indicates that people who consume a lot of ultra-processed foods are more likely to experience gut health and mood problems, particularly depression.

Food does more than just nourish your body. What you eat, including how much sugar you consume, also affects how you feel.

12/29/2025

A recent study of more than 10,000 nonsmokers found the number of people with one or more lung nodule was higher than expected. Is that a serious concern? Pulmonologist Dr. Andrew Dunatchik explains.

More common than you might think, a lung nodule or “spot on the lung” is an area of dense tissue that shows up on a chest x-ray or CT scan.

12/26/2025

Diet changes can significantly affect acid reflux symptoms and help those with the condition avoid other treatments. Here’s how.

Burning in the chest, bitter taste, bloating: acid reflux is no picnic. What you eat, however, can make the difference between relief and misery.