Girls are becoming women at younger ages, and sugar-sweetened beverages might be playing a role.

Struggling to fall asleep or relax may do more than cause damage at work or home — it could damage the heart.

Testosterone treatment — what’s a guy to do? This therapy is under heavy scrutiny because of fears that it may increase heart disease risks. Those fears, however, may be unfounded.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and infertility have been well-known dance partners for many years. Now new evidence suggests that PCOS is also dancing with a lot of other chronic health issues.

Quitting smoking may benefit more than just the lungs of prostate cancer patients. It may improve the course of their treatment.

Medications for allergies, depression and incontinence can be lifesavers. However, they may have some surprising effects on mental health.

Parents don't want their kid stuck home sick from school, or worse, in the hospital. Sticking to the vaccine schedule may help keep children happy and healthy.

Your blood pressure is more than just a number. In younger adults, it may help determine future heart disease risk.

Cholesterol might not be a hot topic for younger adults, but paying attention to your cholesterol levels early might just save your life later.

Like Christmas and professional sports, nighttime leg cramps apparently have a season.