Healthy articles

Why, when, and how might autistic children benefit from physical therapy — and what even is it?

Fecal smearing is a taboo topic, and though it's not that common, some autistic children do do it. Why might that be, and what can be done about it?

Although men are five times more likely to be diagnosed with aortic aneurysm, women have a higher risk of complications like aortic rupture. What causes these differences, and what can you do about it?

Diabetes is a serious chronic disorder that requires close care and management. While it has some very well-known complications, its relationship with dental health is not always well understood. Here are some things that you shod know.

The holiday season is finally here – along with increased risks of asthma attacks and other lung diseases. What causes such rise in air pollution levels, and what effects does it have on our respiratory system?

A portion of autistic children will initially appear to develop typically or only with slight delays, only to lose already-acquired skills in the second or third year of life. This is called regression.

Feeling warm and fuzzy? It may not just be the holiday spirit. Because a livable Earth should take a prime spot on your X-mas wish list, here's what last-minute sustainable steps you can take toward a smaller carbon footprint, even this late in the game.

Hepatitis is a disease that affects the liver, and one of this organ's many functions is to help digest food. Not only can we make the job easier for the damaged organ, but a healthy diet can improve your overall condition as well.

Some of the drugs used in chemotherapy, like anthracyclines, have been shown to cause damage to the heart muscle which can range from mild to life-threatening. The effects can happen even decades after the treatment. Here's what you need to know about it.

Addiction and other mental disorders often go hand in hand. Why might that be, and what disorders are people who also struggle with addiction most likely to suffer from?