Treatments and Prevention

Black widow spiders are venomous arachnids found in the United States. While their bites can be dangerous, especially to young children and older adults, most people who are [...]

Colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer, is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It is the third leading cause of cancer deaths among American men and [...]

Keratoconus is a condition that affects the shape of your cornea, the clear outer lens of your eye. In a healthy eye, the cornea has a dome shape, like a ball. However, in [...]

Head injuries are a serious concern for people of all ages, especially those who engage in sports and recreational activities. A head injury can lead to a traumatic brain [...]

Bartter syndrome is a group of rare genetic conditions that affect the kidneys. If you have Bartter syndrome, your body loses too much salt and calcium when you urinate. This [...]

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a rare autoimmune disorder that can cause blood clots to form in your blood vessels. This can lead to various health problems, including [...]

Diabetic nephropathy is a serious complication of diabetes that affects the kidneys. It is the leading cause of kidney failure, with nearly one-third of people with diabetes [...]

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease in the United States that can lead to death. It occurs when plaque builds up inside the arteries that [...]

Oral cancer, also known as mouth cancer or oral cavity cancer, is a type of head and neck cancer that affects the tissues in your mouth. It can develop on your lips, gums, [...]

Hodgkin lymphoma, also known as Hodgkin's disease, is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of nodes and vessels that [...]