5 Questions to Ask at Your Next Physical
The right question can reveal a lot about your health. Your annual checkup is more important than you may think. Though acute concerns or ailments
Why Do Lonely People Die Younger?
It’s a scientific fact that points to a definite mind-body connection. Loneliness has become a public health epidemic, according to former United States Surgeon General
The Pros and Cons of Antibiotics
When it comes to antibiotics, can too much of a good thing be harmful? Antibiotics are powerful drugs that help our bodies ward off diseases
Chickenpox, shingles and vaccines: Expert shares what you need to know
Chickenpox and shingles generally won’t kill you, but for some adults, they could result in a trip to the hospital. So with a new shingles
Where Patients Get Prescription Opioids: It’s Not Where You Might Think
Legislatures and hospitals around the country have tightened emergency room prescribing guidelines for opioids to curb the addiction epidemic, but a new USC study shows
How Opioid Abuse Can Lead to Heroin Use and Hepatitis C Epidemics
Heroin is worse than other drugs because people inject it sooner, potentially resulting in increased risk of injection-related epidemics such as hepatitis C and HIV,
When Should You Start Having Annual Prostate Exams?
Early cancer detection can save lives and cut treatment costs. But when should you start having prostate exams — and do you need to have
The Connection Between Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Snoring is more than just an annoying habit that inconveniences sleeping partners. It can also be the sign of something worse. Here are some important
Is it bad posture or scoliosis?
If your shoulders seem lopsided or your clothes hang unevenly, it may be poor posture — or it could be scoliosis. Scoliosis, an S- or