What is neck pain? Neck pain is pain that can occur anywhere in your neck, from the bottom of your head to the top of your shoulders. It can spread to your upper back or arms. It may limit how much you can move your head and neck. Neck pain is common, especially in people older than 50. What causes it? Neck pain can be...
People's ideas about depression have changed over the years. New technology and new research show that depression is a disease, just like asthma or heart failure. Here are some myths and facts about depression.Myths and facts about depression Myth...
Depression is a medical condition, and you have the right to keep it private. But if it harms your relationships, it may help to talk to your partner or friends about it. Explain depression to your partner or friends. Be honest about it. Tell them...
When public health systems work together with health organizations, community institutions, and businesses short- and long-term public health challenges are much easier to manage.
Briefly discusses substance use behaviors. Covers alcohol use, recreational and illegal drug use, and prescription and nonprescription medicine use. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers tips on how to get help.
Heart tests can help your doctor find out if you have or are at risk for a heart problem and what treatment you might need. The tests help doctors find out what's causing new symptoms, such as discomfort in your chest, shortness of breath, and...
Briefly discusses problems that may occur in the days and weeks after the delivery of your baby (postpartum period). Covers emergency symptoms like signs of shock, fainting, and severe belly pain. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
Briefly discusses the types and possible causes of tinnitus. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.
Briefly discusses types of poisonings and related symptoms. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers first aid steps as well as calling Poison Control.
What is Hirschsprung disease? Hirschsprung disease is a birth defect that affects the nerve cells in the large intestine (colon). These nerve cells control the muscles that normally push food and waste through the colon. In children who have Hirschsprung disease, nerve cells are missing from part or all of the colon...
Briefly discusses possible causes of toe, foot, and ankle problems. Covers symptoms like pain, cramps, numbness, tingling, and skin conditions. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home treatment tips.