Gallstones, hernias and appendicitis are turning up earlier than before. Doctors explain how sedentary lives, processed diets and weight gain are driving more surgical cases ...

Umbilical hernias, appendicitis, gastroenteritis, and peptic ulcers might cause belly button pain. Belly button pain can be diagnosed with imaging scans, as well as blood, stool, and urine tests. Mild ...

Real-world performance of AI tools can be lower than claimed in the materials submitted to FDA, some hospitals say. And the ...

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During a health care roundtable at the White House on Friday, Dr. Mehmet Oz praised the state’s “pretty cool” plan.

The Nigerian healthcare system is once again under scrutiny, following the alleged medical negligence surrounding the death ...

Almost half of children who require surgery for complicated appendicitis can safely complete their recovery at home, according to a new study. Almost half of children who require surgery for ...

When you hear the word ‘vomiting’, the first thought that comes to mind may be ‘indigestion’. This is because vomiting is ...

Sleep often becomes lighter and more fragmented with age. A neurologist explains why older adults wake up more at night, when insomnia is a warning sign, and what helps improve sleep safely.

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Dr. Anju Goel, MD, ...

Natural ways to cure an upset stomach, from ginger and bland foods to hydration, what to avoid, and when to see a doctor.