More than 141,000 people were diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer in 2012, of which more than 16,000 were African American. ...

There are several simple things you can do before conceiving that will improve your chances of having a healthier baby. ...

According to the National Mental Health Association, there are several barriers to treatment for depression among African Americans, including: denial, embarrassment, refusal of help and lack of health insurance. ...

Millions of Americans and people worldwide are overweight or obese, a condition that puts them at risk for many health problems. ...

Cigarette smokers metabolize caffeine more rapidly than nonsmokers. ...

The mortality rate is probably due to an access to care issues. ...

Parkinson’s disease is a condition in which a region of the midbrain, called the substantia nigra, degenerates. ...

Two survivors prove it’s no longer a death sentence. ...

Heart disease is the number one killer of all Americans, claiming the lives of about 1 million individuals every year ...

Winter is often the time of year most associated with colds, viruses, the flu, and other contagious illnesses. ...