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Weight-loss medications like tirzepatide, featured in drugs like Zepbound and Mounjaro, are gaining attention for benefits beyond weight loss. A new study shows they may also help reduce the severity of sleep apnea.

While surgery is a last resort, more than 500,000 Americans still go under the knife each year seeking relief from back pain. The procedure, complications and recovery times are improved thanks to minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS).

Modern medicine has revolutionized the way we predict a healthy baby’s future. Today, with pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT), doctors can screen for chromosomal abnormalities and genetic diseases even before pregnancy begins.

Know the early warning signs of MS Millennials and Gen Zs worry about many things, but at their age, health is often not one of them. At this stage, a tingle there or some fatigue are often brushed

You know all about menstruation, childbirth and menopause, but did you ever think you’d have to be concerned with something called Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP)?

For many, the holidays represent a time to create special moments and carry on long-held traditions with loved ones. But for those with dementia and their caregivers, it can be a time of higher

Nearly half of women age 40 and older have dense breasts, which can make mammograms harder to read and increase the likelihood of missing cancer during screenings. To address this, the FDA now requires mammogram facilities to notify patients about their breast density.

As the seasons change, so do the viruses that can impact your health. Staying up to date with your vaccines is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from serious illness.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS for short, is the leading cause of female infertility, according to the World Health Organization. This condition affects a surprising number of women of