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A hernia happens when an intestine or other organ sticks out of the tissues that cover it. Surgery can patch the hole in this covering.

Former Miss Universe Dayanara Torres is using her diagnosis with melanoma as an opportunity to spread the word about staying vigilant over skin cancer.

When gallstones block passageways in the gallbladder, causing swelling and an infection, surgery is required to remove the organ.

The current flu season may seem mild compared to last year, but the CDC warns that the season has not peaked yet.

February is American Heart Month, which is an ideal time to remember the importance of heart health.

British actress Letitia Wright shared how her faith in God helped her begin to emerge from a years-long struggle with depression.

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term for two conditions, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Uday Navaneethan explains the disease and what can be done to treat its symptoms.

As another study demonstrates the linkage between obesity and cancer, it reinforces the far-reaching benefits of a healthy lifestyle.