Here are common problems you may run into as a healthcare consumer, with tips for wise responses.

The condition called dry eyes may feel a sand-like grittiness that can range from mild to severe.

A look at some of the major air pollutants and how they can affect you.

To keep stress at a minimum and reduce its effects on your life, you need to find and practice healthy ways to manage it.

Learning symptoms of mental illness can help you recognize when you or a loved one need help.

When older adults need others to help them with medical, physical, or emotional needs over an extended period of time, they need long-term care.

Two types of spiders found in the U.S. can cause illness in people. One type is the widow spider of which the black widow is the best known. The other type is the recluse. Read on to learn more.

Cuts and scrapes are everyday occurrences, and most can be safely treated at home. Knowing how to clean and care for a cut yourself and when to get a healthcare provider’s care can help reduce infection and speed healing.

As a new parent, you may find "tub time" a bit scary. Here are some suggestions on how to make it less stressful.

Older adults may have dental concerns that can't be fully taken care of with just brushing and flossing. Here's what you should know.