Quitting smoking may benefit more than just the lungs of prostate cancer patients. It may improve the course of their treatment.

Medications for allergies, depression and incontinence can be lifesavers. However, they may have some surprising effects on mental health.

Parents don't want their kid stuck home sick from school, or worse, in the hospital. Sticking to the vaccine schedule may help keep children happy and healthy.

Your blood pressure is more than just a number. In younger adults, it may help determine future heart disease risk.

Cholesterol might not be a hot topic for younger adults, but paying attention to your cholesterol levels early might just save your life later.

Like Christmas and professional sports, nighttime leg cramps apparently have a season.

Decorate the baby's room, buy baby clothes, plan for the baby's future. Planning for pregnancy can be hectic, but many women may want to ask their doctor about one more thing: thyroid screening.

Drinking too much can be unhealthy for the liver, but taking a break may help. Daily drinking may increase cirrhosis risk, and for those who do drink, wine may be the least damaging option.

Breast cancer can be a mind-boggling diagnosis. Patients are often faced with questions about therapy, medication and recovery options at each turn. What women know and tell their doctors about their cancer may make a difference in treatment.

In many cases, pregnancy and opioids don't mix. Still, many women may be prescribed these medications.