It's itchy, dry, and bothersome and can even affect your sleep quality — but eczema doesn't likely affect your adult height, despite claims from past research.

When a medication doesn't work, it can be a real pain in the back — literally. A common medication for back pain may not be helpful to patients.

The United Health Foundation today released its annual state health rankings. The states varied widely, and some national measures of health saw slight improvements.

Not all breast cancer treatment methods are created equal — and many patients may not always get the shortest, most cost-effective option.

Time magazine's selection for Person of the Year 2014 isn't just one outstanding man or woman — it's the thousands of men and women who have fought what is now the largest Ebola outbreak in history.

They say laughter is the best medicine — and that may prove true when it comes to depression. Laughing gas has shown some promising results for easing depression.

Some doctors may believe that opioids to treat pain are prescribed too often and pose a risk of abuse. That belief might have made some less likely to prescribe these medications.

Jason White, longtime touring guitarist for pop punk band Green Day, has been diagnosed with tonsil cancer. Luckily, the cancer is treatable, and his doctors expect a "full and speedy recovery."

When it comes to treating multiple myeloma, three medications may be better than two.

Kansas City Chiefs safety Eric Berry has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Fortunately, his medical team has an optimistic outlook.