About 795,000 Americans will have a stroke this year, but new research suggests that a common, healthy habit may reduce the risk of certain types of stroke. About 795,000 Americans will have a stroke ...

Periodontitis, or gum disease, can turn up in an individual as a result of infections and inflammation of the gums. This can cause a lot of discomfort and, at its worst, can cause teeth to loosen and ...

An important starting point for reducing the spread of infections is behavior change, both on the individual level and as a wider society. Good hygiene practices form the foundation for efficient ...

Body odor can be frustrating and embarrassing to deal with. But medical experts want you to know that there are ways to fix it, even when you feel like you've exhausted all the options. "For those ...

If you’ve spent any amount of time in the wellness world, you’ve likely seen the gut health craze influence everything from fermented kombucha to “de-bloat” supplements, all of which promise calm ...

Welcome to Ask Doctor. Zac, a weekly column from news.com.au. This week, Dr. Zac Turner explains if it’s possible to be too clean. QUESTION: Hi Dr. Zac, is it possible to be too clean? I really enjoy ...

Many of us owe our earliest lessons about cleanliness to the parents or guardians who taught us that good hygiene is one of the most important foundations of a healthy life. From flossing before ...