Back pain is one of the biggest reasons for going to the doctor's office. Under national guidelines, certain basic pain medicines serve as a first-line treatment to ease back pain. But patients might not be told to use these medicines when they first visit the doctor.

Researchers have been investigating whether there is a link between high blood sugar and the development of Alzheimer's disease for some time. A new study may offer some sweet comfort for patients with prediabetes and high blood sugar.

Having blood pressure that is too high or too low can be bad for your heart, but a blood pressure that's constantly changing may be bad for your mind.

The sudden onset of muscle weakness on one side of the face can be scary, to the point that it sends people rushing to the ER. This muscle weakness can be caused by a number of conditions. But when it's Bell 's palsy, ER doctors usually diagnose it correctly.

Very little is more unnerving for a woman than to be called back for more tests after a mammogram.  Fear — maybe even panic — sets in.  A new technology may cut down on these recalls and the anxiety they cause.

When cells in the breast start to grow abnormally, it often means cancer — but not always. Some abnormal growths just increase breast cancer risks. But increased risks don't mean cancer is a given, and treatment may not be needed.

Waking up a few times each night is normal, whether it's just for a few seconds, a few minutes or longer. But waking up dozens of times each night may be a sign of future problems.

You may have heard that "breast is best" when it comes to feeding a baby. The benefits of breastfeeding are significant, but it has not always been clear how they extend to a baby's brain development.

The parasite Cyclospora has caused illnesses in multiple states across the US this summer, and officials are still investigating how it is spreading.

Early diagnosis of lung cancer is extremely important. If the cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, it can be treated more effectively and patients can enjoy a better quality of life.