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No matter the season, before you venture outdoors, you should apply sunscreen. But myths abound about sunscreens and how to use them. Here's what you need to know about these sun blockers.

Until recently, 87-year-old Charles Kaeding considered himself to be in fairly good health. That quickly changed when he noticed getting increasingly tired and becoming short of breath.

COVID-19 affects people in different ways. Kari Houser, a Mayo Clinic Health System staff member, shares her family's story of their recent diagnosis and recovery.

The teen years are challenging, but for LGBTQ youth, statistics for mental health issues and suicide risk are alarming. Supporting LGBTQ youth who are struggling starts with lending a listening ear.

Two-thirds of people with gallstones don't experience any symptoms. But when gallstones cause a blockage, signs and symptoms can occur. Find out what symptoms to watch for and simple steps to reduce y...

You may think you know why varicose veins develop, who's most at risk or the best treatment. Here's the truth behind 6 common varicose vein myths.

While closing your eyes for a few minutes during your busy day may seem like a good idea, it’s important to consider the effects napping may bring. Here are tricks to get the most out of your naps.

Are you feeling chest pain? Tingling or numbness in your left shoulder? Nausea? You might be having a heart attack — but you might not realize it.

Busy day? We all know how hard it can be to fit a workout into our schedule, but why not get started with a 15-minute home workout?

The nervous system receives and relays sensory information like vision, sound, smell, taste, touch and pain. Learn about the differences between the central and peripheral nervous systems, and if dama...