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A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or severely reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. A stroke is a ...

Have you ever started a new fitness journey only to be plagued by boredom or new aches and pains? Get tips for avoiding boredom and injury with physical activity.

Lymphedema is a chronic swelling of a part of the body caused by problems with the flow of lymph fluid from the area, and can be caused by: Surgical removal of lymph nodes Radiation therapy t...

Fertility issues may be due to a single cause with you or your partner or a combination of factors that may prevent a pregnancy from occurring or continuing. There are multiple safe, effective fertili...

Having heart surgery is a major event in your life. We know this and make every effort to keep you as comfortable and informed as possible, focusing on you or your loved one as an individual. Your he...

When tendons become irritated, your finger or thumb can get stuck in a bent or straight position. Find out who typically is affected by trigger finger and how to treat this common condition.

Two U.S. programs give students with a disability equal access to education. Learn about the differences between plans, and the role of your child's primary care provider.

Simply helping toddlers down a step or playing by swinging them by their arms or hands can cause nursemaid's elbow. Learn more about this common childhood injury and how to prevent it.

Stress and lifestyle factors can lead to heartburn — a burning sensation or pain caused by acid reflux. Simple lifestyle modifications and medication can take the burn out of heartburn.

Urinary incontinence, or the leaking of urine, is a common and often embarrassing problem. Types of urinary incontinence include leaking urine with a cough or sneeze, or an urge to urinate that's so s...