Obesity is not a single disease. New research shows distinct biological phenotypes that explain why weight gain and treatment ...

A novel treatment for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is on the horizon, with the discovery that two specific gut microbes produce serotonin that protects against inflammation and damage. Scientists ...

Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder can both involve a need for additional support. However, these are distinct diagnoses with different underlying causes and presentations. Down syndrome (DS) ...

Greater trochanter pain syndrome (GTPS) is a common cause of pain in your outer thigh. It refers to a group of conditions that cause pain near the top of your femur. GTPS used to be called greater ...

Children need vitamins including B12 to help their brains and bodies develop and grow. Not getting enough vitamin B12, which is also called cobalamin, can make children feel weak and tired and slow ...

Contrary to claims circulating online, there is no such thing as a “vaccine-acquired immunodeficiency syndrome” or “VAIDS”, according to experts consulted by Reuters. Sign up here. Acquired ...

Pain is an inevitable part of life because it is the body’s natural reaction to injuries, infections, and illnesses. The unpleasant sensation indicates that something is wrong. Typically, pain goes ...

VATER syndrome is a cluster of birth defects, irregularities you’re born with. They happen when different parts of the body don’t form properly in the womb. The cause of VATER syndrome is unknown but ...