Misplaced your keys again? Blanked on the name of your neighbor’s dog? Don’t panic: Occasional forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. But if you have a sneaking suspicion that your memory lapses ...

The FDA has cleared a blood test to diagnosis a concussion, which is big deal for doctors and patients. Dr. Jeremy Alland, who treats concussions through Midwest Orthopedics at Rush, spoke to ABC7 ...

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, in collaboration with the UK Biobank and the University of Turin, Italy, have identified a ...

GRADE. ADDIE MEINERS EXPLAINS HOW IT WORKS. EVERY YEAR, MILLIONS OF PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD ARE DIAGNOSED WITH GASTROINTESTINAL CANCERS, AND EVERY YEAR MILLIONS DIE FROM THE DISEASE. SO THE PRIMARY ...

A phlegmy cough and shortness of breath are possible warning signs of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Keeping track of your symptoms and knowing your risk factors can help you test ...

We've all felt winded when taking the stairs or dealt with a cough from time to time. But if these issues linger, they could be early signs of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you have ...

An Amsler grid, also known as an Amsler grid test, is a tool you can use at home to test your eyes for vision problems. It’s commonly used to test for signs of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

A simple blood test can spot signs of Alzheimer's 17 years before symptoms appear, according to new research. Scientists have created a sensor that can detect signs of the condition years before they ...

Doctors can test for gallbladder issues using a combination of physical exams, blood tests, and imaging studies. Several issues can affect the gallbladder, including gallstones, inflammation, or ...

Multiple myeloma is a rare blood cancer that develops in the plasma cells, which are white blood cells that help you fight ...