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For the second time in a week, medical experts are revising the advice given women on cancer screenings. Now women are being told that they should get their first screening for cervical cancer -- including a Pap test -- at age 21. More>>
A muscle cramp is a painful contraction that may make the muscle feel hard or bulging. The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of common triggers. More>>
Runner's knee describes a dull, aching pain in front of the knee. The injury is more common in runners, soccer players, cyclists, skiers and others whose activities stress the knees. More>>
Little else feels better than a good foot massage or stretch. The American Podiatric Medical Association offers these suggestions for keeping your feet happy and healthy. More>>
A hamstring injury can sideline an athlete or exercise buff for quite a while. While anyone can pull a hamstring, some people are at greater risk of the injury. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers this list. More>>
Biking is great exercise -- not to mention a lot of fun. But a nasty spill can ruin your fun, so it's important to protect yourself every time you pedal. More>>
Participating in sports is a great way for kids to get exercise and to be involved in school and community, but precautions must be taken to help avoid injury. More>>
(HealthDay News) -- Getting regular exercise is great for your body and can help relieve stress. But as with any beneficial activity, you can overdo it. More>>
(HealthDay News) -- Shin splints are characterized by pain and tenderness at or near the large lower leg bone called the tibia. They occur when the muscles, tendons or other nearby... More>>
(HealthDay News) -- Any exercise is beneficial, but aerobic exercise is what gets your heart rate up and burns calories. Examples of aerobic exercise include: running, swimming,... More>>
(HealthDay News) -- Starting an exercise routine isn't the hardest part -- sticking with it is. After a few days or weeks of exercise, you may be tempted to start skipping days, and... More>>
| INTERACTIVE HUMAN ATLAS |
Learn more about your health by using our Interactive Human Body Atlas. These educational tools provide in-depth interactive demonstrations of over 150 common diseases and disorders. You can learn the cause of Migraines, Allergies, Stroke and many other conditions.
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| ALLERGIES | |
| Allergies | Mold |
| Cystic Fibrosis | Sinusitis |
| Laryngitis | |
| ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE | |
| Alzheimer’s Disease | |
| ANEMIA | |
| Sickle Cell Anemia | |
| ASTHMA/RESPIRATORY | |
| Asthma | Pulmonary Hypertension |
| Emphysema | Respiratory Infection |
| Pulmonary Embolism | |
| CANCER | |
| Benign Prostate Hyperplasia | Lung Cancer |
| Breast Cancer | Ovariectomy |
| Breast Self-Exam | Prostate Cancer |
| Colon Cancer | Skin Cancer |
| Liver Cirrhosis | Uterine Cancer |
| Liver Transplant | |
| CHILDREN | |
| ADHD | Gingivitis |
| Cavities | Immunization |
| Down Syndrome | Inguinal Hernia |
| Ear Tubes | Tonsillectomy |
| Fetal Development | Tonsillitis |
| CHOLESTEROL | |
| Hyperlipidemia | Liposuction |
| DENTAL | |
| Cavities | Root Canal |
| Gingivitis | |
| DEPRESSION | |
| Depression | |
| DIABETES | |
| Diabetes | Thyroid Disease |
| Diabetic Retinopathy | |
| DIETING\ NUTRITION | |
| Liposuction | Vitamins & Minerals |
| DIGESTIVE | |
| Abdominal Aneurysm | Gastric Ulcers |
| Appendicitis | GERD |
| Bladder Infection | Hemorrhoids |
| Enzymes | Hiatal Hernia |
| Gallbladder Removal | Probiotics |
| Gallstones | Splenectomy |
| INFECTIONS | |
| AIDS | Influenza |
| Anthrax | Lyme Disease |
| Chickenpox | Meningitis |
| Herpes | Urinary Tract Infection |
| KIDNEY | |
| Kidney Dialysis | Presbyopia |
| Kidney Function | Urinary Tract Infection |
| Kidney Transplant | |
| LIVER | |
| Hepatitis | Liver Transplant |
| Liver Cirrhosis | |
| MEN | |
| AIDS | Penile Implants |
| Benign Prostate Hyperplasia | Prostate Cancer |
| Hair Loss | Pulled Groin Muscle |
| Impotence | Vasectomy |
| NEUROLOGY/MENTAL DISORDERS | |
| ADHD | MRI |
| Drug Addiction | Multiple Sclerosis |
| Epilepsy | Parkinsons Disease |
| Migraines | Whiplash |
| ORTHOPEDICS/PODIATRY | |
| ACL Tear | Knee Replacement |
| Bunions | Medial Meniscus Injury |
| Hip Replacement | Pulled Hamstring |
| SKIN DISORDERS/TREATMENTS | |
| Acne | Lupus |
| Burns | Microdermabrasion |
| Eczema | Micropeel |
| Frostbite | Skin Cancer |
| Laser Resurfacing | |
