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This condition is a common problem, but rarely serious enough to disrupt your routine.

Find out what's involved in this surgery in which someone with an amputation receives one…

Done right, hand-washing is a simple way to prevent the spread of germs and keep…

Unpleasant symptoms can happen after drinking too much alcohol. But serious symptoms may mean alcohol…

Learn about the rodent-transmitted virus that causes severe — and sometimes fatal — lung disease…

Learn about the symptoms and treatment of this thyroid disorder caused by an immune-system dysfunction.

Find out more about how to diagnose and get relief from this common condition that…

Learn about the risks of this dangerous diet.

People who have higher levels of HDL cholesterol often are at lower risk of heart…

Learn about innovative treatment for throat cancers, mouth cancers, tongue cancers, tonsil cancers and other…

Find out how these tiny insects that feed on blood from the human scalp can…

How to administer first aid for head trauma.

Headache: Symptom — Overview covers definition, possible causes of this painful symptom.

What to do if you or someone else has head pain.

Headaches are part of life for many people. Understand how hormones can play a role.

Here's help with preventing or easing this common type of pain while you're pregnant.

Find out more about this condition, which may or may not be serious. Headaches can…

Head pain can seem worse when you're under stress — and stress by itself can…

To combat your headaches, first determine what type of headaches you have.

Understand health issues for transgender and gender-diverse people, and learn how to promote good health.

Understand health issues for gay men and other men who have sex with men, and…

Understand health concerns for lesbians and other women who have sex with women, and take…

It's easy to put healthy meals on the table with a little planning. This guide…

Simple steps to help ensure that sperm are healthy, along with tips to improve fertility.

Find out how to choose the right device to help you hear better.

Age- and noise-related hearing loss are common and can affect quality of life. But many…

Learn about common heart rhythm disorders that can cause your heart to beat too fast,…

A blockage of blood flow to the heart can damage or destroy heart muscle.

How to recognize, get help for and provide first aid for a heart attack.

It's possible that secondhand smoke can irritate the arteries and increase the risk of a…