For years, it's been thought that colon cancer differed from rectal cancer. After all, they are two different diseases, occurring in two different organs. Right? Recent research has shown that the two diseases may not be different at all.

Psoriasis has been linked to a number of other health problems, including metabolic syndrome (a set of risk factors for heart disease and diabetes). Now, the link between psoriasis and diabetes has become clearer.

Many interventions for autism spectrum disorders ( ASD ) focus on childhood skills, but as people with ASD move into adulthood, they may continue to need help.

Over the years, diabetes has been linked to numerous health problems. More recent connections have been made between diabetes and cognitive decline. Now, more signs point to a link with Alzheimer's disease.

Growing up is hard to do - especially if you're a girl. While mood swings and emotional highs and lows are all a normal part of adolescence and hormones, major depression shouldn't be.

It all begins with acid reflux. That's when digestive acids flow backwards and cause heartburn. Over time, this condition can lead to more serious conditions, including cancer.

What exactly does ecstasy do to the brain? Everyone has a different answer, but now science provides some clarity.

A hip or knee replacement may rid you of your arthritis pain. But you may also run the risk of infection after surgery.

Nearly a quarter of college freshman girls smoke hookahs. Alcohol and marijuana use were common predictors of hookah smoking, as well.

Ever since Ethiopian runner Abebe Bikila ran the marathon barefoot for gold in the 1960 Olympic Games, running shoeless has been a cool thing. But is barefoot running good or bad for the body?