The common cold is a virus-caused infection that affects the head and chest. It can cause congestion in your lungs, stuff up your nose, and cause a sore throat, making it difficult to breathe and swallow. About 50% of all…
More than 7% of the population ages 18 years and older -- nearly 13.8 million Americans -- have problems with drinking, including 8.1 million people who suffer from alcoholism. Though alcohol abuse is a serious issue that needs to be…
"I am just a social drinker. I just always seem to find myself around alcohol." "These pills were prescribed to me three months ago, and I still have pain sometimes, so it is okay to take them even though my…
Nobody wants to look up local walk in clinics in their spare time. It usually means there's a medical issue, which isn't always fun. However, with the right knowledge it's possible to be prepared for some common seasonal issues that…
Attention deficit disorders such as ADD and ADHD affect an estimated 11% of all U.S. children. By impacting their ability to pay attention and other behaviors, life can become unbelievably difficult for these children. Although symptoms and their severity vary…
When ranking deadly diseases in the United States, alcoholism is number three. Along with this, thousands of deaths are caused by overdosing on drugs, making it the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. In 2015 alone, over…
ADHD affects an estimated 4% of adults over the age of 18. Though mostly known and recognized in children, it can be incredibly disrupting in adult life. One particular symptom -- the inability to sleep at night -- can start…
The study of medicine has been around for centuries. It has led to invaluable scientific discoveries, remarkable advancements in both technologies and understanding, and has become the reason that the average life expectancy of an American is nearly 80 years…
As you've probably seen on a number of news channels and stations, this country is facing an opioid epidemic. In 2014, it was estimated that 6,000 adolescents had a heroin use disorder; these kids are stepping into a life fraught…
Medicine is a complex industry. If you're a practicing physician, there are dozens of fields you could pursue: gastroenterologists study the digestive system; otolaryngologists specialize in the ear, nose and throat health; and neurologists focus on the nervous system. If…