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What is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?

understanding polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a condition that affects over 5 million women in the United States each year. We take a look at what you should know about PCOS--including symptoms, causes, and treatments.

Is Obesity a Cultural Issue?

obesity and culture

Obesity, at its most basic level, is caused by eating more calories than the body burns. However, the problem is more complicated than just this. We take a look at cultural and societal factors that contribute too.

6 Tips for a Healthy School Year

Staying healthy at school

It's time for school again, and for some kids that means exposure to potentially dangerous germs and illnesses. Keep your child safe and healthy this year with these six tips for keeping disease at bay.

5 Real Tips for Boosting Your Brain

Improving brain power

Recently, "brain boosting" games have come under scrutiny because of claims that they are not as effective as advertised. We take a look at five proven strategies for giving your brain a boost.

Open Heart Surgery Risks

The risks of open heart surgery

While open heart surgery can be a lifesaving procedure, it still has numerous risks associated with it. We take a look at some of the most common ones.

Open Heart Surgery: What to Expect

Open heart surgery procedure

Open heart surgery can be intensive and dangerous, but it is often quite effective at treating various heart problems. We take a look at what you should expect during the procedure.

Common Wart Home Remedies

Remedies for warts

While dermatologists can get rid of warts with great success, there are home remedies that can sometimes be just as effective. We take a look at some of the most common ones.