E-cigarettes have been getting plenty of attention lately, and the debate surrounding them has grown. Now rules governing the products may become stricter.

Measles and polio may be thought of as relics from another time, but it wasn't too long ago that they were major issues for US children. One vaccination program may be largely responsible for the improvement.

Many people drink caffeinated drinks like coffee or tea on a daily basis. It's possible that even small changes in coffee consumption could affect their health in a major way.

About 1.5 million people around the world are currently on hemodialysis — an artificial blood filtering treatment for kidney failure. This treatment is known to impact patients' physical function, but they may have more control than they realize.

For people with multiple sclerosis (MS), keeping symptoms of the disease from flaring up is a priority. One cancer medication may help stop those symptoms.

New guidelines for healthcare providers may give unborn babies a chance at earlier diagnosis and treatment of heart problems.

Drinking alcohol and smoking are often vices that go together. That combination of vices also may also except when discussing the risk for esophageal cancer.

Different medications exist that might effectively treat seizures in children with epilepsy. The best way to find out which ones work best is to compare them to one another.

Osteoporosis is a chronic condition in which bones become very fragile and at risk for fracture. Patients with osteoporosis and spinal fractures need to be especially careful when they exercise.

There are lots of reasons to get as much as education possible. That learning may help the brain heal from physical hurt.