Depression and high numbers of duty hours worked by first-year doctors, called interns, are linked closely, with higher PHQ-9 screening scores among those working the most hours.

Some viruses, like HPV, can cause cancer. Recent investigation into a monkey virus called SV40 may help researchers understand how human oncogenic viruses work, and how to develop more effective treatments.

Pads, tampons and menstrual cups aren’t alone anymore. Period underwear has become not only mainstream, but a favorite among people who menstruate. An expert answers five common questions about this popular menstrual product.

Study shows early treatment with specific antibiotics depletes the body of gut anaerobes that protect against pneumonia, organ failure and mortality.

Sethan Wilder’s cardiovascular issues began early in life and continued for many years until a heart transplant was his only option.

Without hesitation, a father and mother both individually donate a kidney to each of their two children who were in desperate need.

The ability to predict risk was even greater when combined with traditional measures of cardiac stress such as BNP.

Direct-to-consumer home-based tests for infections, cancer, genetic traits and more are widely available but regulation, authorization or approval by FDA is not always clear.

Pregnancies entail a myriad of changes to your body, with your feet being no exception. 

The model could allow scientists to finally figure out the order of genetic operations inside developing cells.

Veterans receiving buprenorphine were more likely to stay on it if they had virtual visits, but phone-based virtual care was especially prominent among those who are Black or lack stable housing.

A study finds risk factors for cardiovascular disease like smoking, obesity and diabetes, but not pre-existing cardiovascular disease itself, increased the risk of dying from COVID-19.

Full emergency rooms, made worse by hospital staffing shortages, have led more patients to leave without being seen or to wait for hours in the emergency department for a hospital bed

1 in 5 children in national study cohort developed new or progressive medical conditions within six months of leaving the ICU for sepsis care.

A neurologist shares alternative treatments for chronic pain and the importance of steering clear of opioids.