Conditions

Not feeling well? Learn how to spot the signs of various health conditions, as well as the latest in prevention, treatment, and home remedies to jump start your recovery.

Coronavirus Face Masks: 9 Things Doctors Need You to Know

If you think face masks will protect you against coronavirus, think again. Here's what doctors want you to know about...


9 Mistakes That Can Lead to a Misdiagnosis in the ER

If you need to go to the emergency room for an injury or urgent medical problem, doing your best to...


Here’s How Much the Coronavirus Is Costing the World (So Far)

Stocks are plunging, vacations are being cancelled, and that's just the beginning.


Epidemic vs. Pandemic: What’s the Difference?

Though you definitely don't want to be stuck in the middle of either, there is a distinction between these two...


9 Coronavirus Myths You Should Stop Believing

Learn to separate fact from fiction when it comes COVID-19. We asked medical experts about the most common myths surrounding...


15 Everyday Habits That May Hurt Your Spine

Doctors reveal the everyday habits, from using your smartphone to carrying a heavy handbag, that may hurt your spine and...


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12 Home Remedies for a Stuffy Nose

These all-natural cures should provide relief from the pressure and pain of stuffy nose.


Survivors of Europe’s Liver Disease Epidemic Share Their Stories

Liver disease is skyrocketing across Europe—and it’s not due only to alcohol. Three people share their stories.

Placebos Work Even When You Know They’re Placebos—Here’s Why

Surprising new research is revealing that placebos are more effective than we think.


What You Need to Know About Coronavirus in Canada, According to a Germ Scientist

We ask Canadian germ expert Jason Tetro, author of The Germ Files, to weigh in on the risk of coronavirus...


Coronavirus and Super-Spreaders: What You Need to Know

Learn the basics of the current coronavirus outbreak—and the best way to protect yourself.


8 Chest Pains You Might Mistake for a Heart Attack

Chest pains can be scary—and you should call 911 if you think you're having a heart attack—but there are many...


13 Thyroid Facts Everyone Should Know

Your thyroid controls your heart rate, your respiration, major organs and your metabolism. That's why no one should take this...


Milk Intolerant? Lactose Might Not Be the Problem

Those who get tummy problems from milk usually write it off to lactose intolerance, but could A1 protein be the...


Natural Cold Remedies: What Works, What Doesn’t

The physicians of the TV show The Doctors explain the best (and worst) ways to fight your cold naturally.


7 Types of Leg Pain (and When to Take Them Seriously)

That leg pain may indicate you just need rest—or you may have a more serious problem.


10 Gingivitis Home Remedies That Actually Work

According to the Canadian Dental Association, seven out of 10 Canadians will develop gum disease at some time in their...

13 Effective Tinnitus Cures to Try If You Have Ringing in Your Ears

Don’t believe what you hear—you don’t need to learn to deal with that maddening noise in your ears forever. Here...


15 Alzheimer’s Breakthroughs That Give Hope for the Future

It's an exciting time for Alzheimer's disease research, with new studies, treatments and answers on the horizon. Here’s what scientists...


Doctors Thought This Naval Officer’s Swollen Toe Was Gout—Then His Achilles Tendon Tore While ...

Were these mystifying injuries related to gout, or something else entirely?


30 Everyday Mistakes That Raise Your Risk of Catching a Cold

No one wants to get sick, but somehow we always do. Here's what you could be doing better to stave...


11 Halitosis Remedies to Help You Get Rid of Bad Breath

No matter what the cause is, bad breath and halitosis can be treated from home using natural remedies.


This Is What An Epileptic Seizure Really Looks Like

Would you be able to recognize an epileptic seizure? From grand mal seizures to lesser-known versions, here are the telltale...

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7 Signs of Lung Cancer You Might Be Ignoring

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths (one in four) in both men and women. Treatment is more...


If You Have Shoulder Blade Pain, Here’s What It Could Mean

Could it be sitting too much, your workout regimen—or something much more serious?


Male Breast Cancer: What Doctors Need You to Know

While it's thankfully rare, men do get breast cancer. Knowing these 14 things could save your life—or a loved one's.


Doctors Thought This Woman’s Constant Itching Was in Her Head—the Real Cause Was Much Scarier

First Eva thought her apartment was infested with bed bugs. Then she thought she suffered from severe anxiety. Her doctors...


9 Clear Signs You’re About to Faint

You should never ignore these symptoms of fainting.


7 Signs of Gallbladder Cancer You Might Ignore

Your gallbladder is located under the right side of your liver, and it stores the necessary bile you need to...