ScienceInsights

Swimmer's ear is a bacterial ear infection, but you don't need to swim to get it. Learn what causes it, how it feels, and how to treat and prevent it.

Plaque forms daily and hardens into tartar if left unchecked. Here's how brushing technique, flossing, and diet choices help keep it under control.

Practical guidance for supporting a loved one with bipolar disorder while maintaining your own boundaries and mental wellbeing.

Current data on how many Americans drink alcohol, including binge drinking rates, alcohol use disorder, and what a standard drink actually means.

Cheese can affect your heart, digestion, and skin in ways you might not expect. Here's what to know before your next bite.

Learn to recognize hemorrhoid symptoms, from painless bleeding to itching and swelling, and find out when symptoms need prompt medical attention.

Gestational diabetes often has no obvious symptoms, which is why screening matters. Learn what signs to watch for and what a diagnosis means for you and your baby.

Light yellow discharge can be completely normal or a sign of infection. Learn how to tell the difference based on color, smell, and other symptoms.

Feeling run-down all the time? Stress, low iron, thyroid issues, and poor sleep are among the most common reasons people feel chronically unwell.

Willpower alone rarely works for dieting. Learn practical, science-backed strategies to build habits that make healthy eating easier and more sustainable.