Healthy Living Articles

There are many theories about why genetic diseases occur. We do know that both environmental and genetic factors play a role in their development, but we don’t understand exactly how.

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura is a rare blood disorder that leads to unusual blood clotting in the small blood vessels. It can come in two forms: idiopathic also called primary and on the other hand secondary thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura

Dengue fever incidence is growing dangerously fast in the world’s tropical regions. In the absence of adequate treatments, the proper control of disease spread is the best way of preventing the infections.

Last year, Americans spent over $170 million on hand sanitizers. But soap and water are usually (although not absolutely always) better for getting rid of germs.

A recently published article in the Journal of the American Medical Association states that surgical complications bring in more money to hospitals, on average $40,000 per privately insured patient. Is this why surgical complications are so common?

Want to learn more about organ donation? We've put some of the most interesting facts, which you've probably never heard before, together for you!

There will be lots of factually based reasons to criticize coverage offered under Obamacare, for which health insurance applications will be accepted starting Tuesday, October 1. But there are also outrageous fictions going around. Here are 15, debunked.

The Internet is here to stay as an integral part of our society. The Internet has changed the way people socialize, study, work, shop, search for jobs, and spend their leisure time. It has revolutionized the way we communicate.

Supporting a losing team often leads to supporters binging on unhealthy food as a coping mechanism for their loss. Read on to find out about a study which says that supporting a losing team could be harmful for your health.

Have you been feeling unhappy and demotivated? Here's a list of 26 science-backed ways to take control of your life, so you can enjoy it more. Nope, seeking therapy isn't on the list. Only practical things here!