The spleen is a small organ in the upper left part of the belly (abdomen). It sits under the left ribs in front of and behind the stomach. If your spleen is injured, here's what you should know when caring for yourself at home.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is medicine you take to lower your risks of HIV infection. When you use PrEP consistently and correctly, it can greatly reduce your risk.

Trigeminal neuralgia is a type of nerve pain that affects your face. You may feel a strong burst of pain in part of your face.

After a stroke, it’s normal to notice changes in your muscles. Certain muscles might feel stiff and tight all the time—a condition known as spasticity.

Gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is a type of weight-loss surgery. This surgery removes about 80% of the stomach.

Gastric bypass surgery (Roux-en-Y gastric bypass) is a type of weight loss surgery. This procedure makes changes to the digestive system.

Bowel prep is a key part in getting ready for some procedures, like a colonoscopy. This sheet will help you better understand it.

One in five people in the U.S. faced a major mental health challenge in the last year, and one in four caregivers of people with mental illness experience depression.

You are scheduled to have a test or procedure. This sheet will help you get ready.

Talking with other people can help you learn what to expect. You can learn what may be helpful in raising a child with Down syndrome.