Cervical Cancer Overview The uterine cervix is the lowest portion of a woman's uterus (womb), connecting the uterus with the vagina. Cervical cancer occurs when the cells of the cervix grow abnormally and invade other tissues and organs of the body. When it is invasive,...

Researchers say hypertension in older adults can cause tangles and plaques to form in the brain. Both are common markers of Alzheimer’s disease. It’s well-documented that high blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease. ...

Protein is an essential part of a balanced diet, but sometimes it’s accompanied by more fat and calories than you want. Fortunately, there are a variety of lean animal and plant sources of protein that will help you meet your quota. ...

Protein is an essential part of a balanced diet, but sometimes it’s accompanied by more fat and calories than you want. Fortunately, there are a variety of lean animal and plant sources of protein that will help...

Knowing your primary care doctor can improve your health and save you money. Those of you who have been seeing the same doctor over the years might be in luck — new research out of the U.K....

Possible reason for link could be damage from silent or mini-strokes, researchers say Fifty-year-olds with slightly raised blood pressure are at an increased risk of getting dementia in later life, a new study has suggested. Study participants...