I’ve noticed that some people tend to compartmentalize their health conditions. Doctors and lay people alike often think about organs and systems in isolation. It’s not uncommon for someone to identify the status of their health by mentioning... 

I’ve never been able to get a clear answer on whether Tylenol plus alcohol can harm your liver. Though acetaminophen can lead to liver damage when taken in large doses, many questions remain about its short-term dangers, particularly when combined... 

The inflammatory biomarker C-reactive protein, or CRP, doesn’t appear to be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, though it has long been thought to be one. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association today finds that CRP is... 

If you’re regularly exposed to the sun’s harmful UV rays, it can lead to skin cancer , wrinkles, and sunspots. The obvious solution is to protect your skin with sunscreen. One problem though is that lathering your skin with SPF lotion can... 

Earlier this year, the National Institutes of Health came up with a priority list of projects that should get priority for the $1.1 billion in research funding included in the economic stimulus package. Today, the Institute of Medicine issued its own... 

When buying a big-ticket item like an elliptical , it’s a good idea to do some research. Don’t fret though, because Consumer Reports can do the leg work for you. Their top pick is the Sole E35 ($1,300). This machine has an adjustable incline... 

There are three different types of diabetes that a person can develop: type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is one of the most commonly experienced types of diabetes, and one that you are going to want to be aware... 

When your mom told you stand up straight, you probably had no idea that she was also helping your running technique. Running efficiently and pain free has a lot to do with your posture. Keep your head in line with your spine, your shoulders relaxed,... 

Coloring your hair is really common, whether it be to add mahogany highlights or hide strands of gray. In fact, nearly 70 percent of American women religiously visit the salon to alter their look, but, as I’m sure many of you have asked, is the... 

Roche’s victory in buying Genentech is turning into a loss of a long-time member for PhRMA , the big trade group for drug companies in the U.S. The Swiss drug maker says it’s dropping its membership in PhRMA as of today and will focus on working...