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Viral infections are as common as they are frustrating, but your body is designed to fight them. Learn the difference between bacteria and viruses, and why antibiotics may not be necessary.

A brain injury, such as a stroke, can cause aphasia, which may affect the person's ability to speak, read, write and more. These tips can help you reconnect with your loved one through language.

Many toys that children play with can produce levels equal to 90 decibels, which typically requires hearing protection. Get tips to help you choose toys and games that protect kids' hearing.

Infertility can cause stress, affecting relationships with partners, friends and family, and create financial difficulty. Read about ways to deal with this stress.

October is breast cancer awareness month. Each year, about 250,000 in the U.S. are diagnosed. Arm yourself with information to better understand and reduce the risk of breast cancer.

When life gets challenging, the rates of depression, feelings of hopelessness and thoughts of suicide can increase. Here are five things you can do to help teens overcome suicidal thoughts.

Training for any sporting event takes dedication and focus. But to achieve the best results, it's important to remember proper nutrition.

Dr. William David Farrar, a gastroenterologist from Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing, gets personal about a subject many of us would rather ignore — colonoscopies. His experience can resona...

Many New Year’s resolutions are health related. Turn your resolution into action by going beyond a simple promise. Find out how to set SMART goals to start the journey to live a healthier life.

MRI exams are used to help diagnose a wide range of conditions. However, it isn't an easy option for larger patients or patients with claustrophobia. Learn how a wide-bore MRI can help.