Family Health Articles

Are you newly pregnant or suspecting you may be? Spontaneous weight loss may be something that worries you immensely. It is also an early pregnancy symptom many women experience, and losing some weight is not a sign that something is wrong.

For an older woman, the same bright, flashy makeup used in her 20s and 30s will not flatter her appearance. As a woman ages, her skin changes, her complexion may become dull and wrinkled, sun damage and lines can become prominent.

Hashimoto's is a disease, while hypothyroidism is a condition. Hypothyroidism is most commonly caused by Hashimoto's disease, but the two terms are not interchangeable. Hashimoto’s disease is a problem with the thyroid gland located in the neck.

What happens during a period? Does it hurt? Should you choose tampons or pads? In this article, we answer questions girls often have about their first menstruation.

Some research studies have highlighted that many women in United States undergo hysterectomy procedures that are not medically necessary. What are the alternatives, and if you do need a hysterectomy, what is the safest way to undergo one?

Premature births are on the rise across the globe, with potentially deadly and life-long consequences for these babies. What should everyone know?

Fear of a genetic disorder is one of the biggest stressors going into a pregnancy. Prenatal screening can help alleviate some of the stress with some answers but other genetic conditions are much harder to diagnose before the baby is born.

The prostate is a walnut-sized gland in men that surrounds the urethra. It is located just under the male bladder and it is an integral part of the male reproductive system.

In response to frequently asked questions, here are the answers to your questions about the safety of swallowing semen.

Anxiety is shockingly common — even in children and teenagers, and especially in the age of COVID-19. Cognitive behavioral therapy is the most common treatment. What should parents know?