In the past, melanoma that metastasized (or spread) to the abdominal organs was considered incurable. Today, surgery may be a promising treatment option.

Americans are taking more dietary supplements than ever before, and it seems that many are finding themselves in the ER as a result.

If you needed another reason to get off the couch and move around, here it is.

When it comes to recent trends of nonmedical prescription opioid use in the US, there's good news and bad news.

It's well-known that heavy drinking during pregnancy can be dangerous for babies. But what about occasional drinking?

Consumers, beware! Imported products marketed as "dietary supplements" or "herbal alternatives" to prescription drugs may do you more harm than good.

The use of chronic opioid therapy (COT) has risen dramatically in recent years. But new evidence suggests that COT may not relieve pain in all patients equally.

Some over-the-counter acetaminophen tablets may be stronger than their labels claim.

Is work stress putting you at risk of having a meltdown? It may be putting your health at risk, too.

Antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" are here — and new evidence suggests that their numbers are rising.