From the mountains to the beaches, America features some spectacular hometowns. On the other hand, some places are not pleasant places to live.

When the body has too few red blood cells, anemia, a common blood disorder, can develop. It can cause fatigue, headaches, and other symptoms.

The Colles fracture is one of the most common breaks involving the hand and wrist, the result of a broken radius.

Antibodies are large proteins that can identify and eliminate dangerous substances. They are some of the most important parts of the immune system.

Different symptoms of hives can help identify the type of skin condition a person is experiencing and how to treat it.

Doctors sometimes prescribe medications called diuretics to increase urine production, often for patients experiencing high blood pressure or fluid retention. Different types of diuretics work best ...

Usher syndrome, also known as Hallgren syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder that causes hearing loss, vision loss, and balance issues.

The Brady Bunch ran for five years but has endured as a pop culture phenomenon. Over the years, stories and secrets from the show's making have emerged.

A major study finds that regular brisk walking may reduce colon cancer recurrence. Here’s what the research says—and how it could apply to recovery.

Because the back bears much stress, back injuries and pain are among the most common medical issues. Pulled muscles are usually minor, but painful.

Esophageal cancer is among the most common cancers in the world and is the 9th most common cancerous cause of death in the U.S.

A seroma is a benign collection of fluid that sometimes develops after surgery or an injury, consisting of blood plasma and inflammatory fluid.