Chronic back pain is the most common type of pain, affecting around 16 million American adults — and now a new study has revealed some discouraging findings about potential treatments.

Palliative care is sometimes called supportive care. It offers relief, support and comfort to people, both in and out of the hospital setting. Having palliative care doesn’t mean you will die soon. It ...

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Whether finding new treatments for schizophrenia or first-time ways to tackle bladder cancer, these companies are finding forward-looking therapies. In 2024, drugmakers delivered breakthrough ...

If you or a loved one has asthma, you should know about the best treatments for short-term relief and long-term control. This will help you and your doctor manage the symptoms. If you have ...

March 18, 2025 • Measles continues to spread in West Texas and New Mexico. About 300 cases have been reported, since the outbreak began in January - but the actual number is likely higher.

Hemophilia is a serious condition that can limit the ability to avoid episodes of bleeding. Treatment includes regular infusions of proteins to replace what the body doesn’t produce naturally.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) treatment depends on the type of infection. Bacterial infections, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia, are treated with antibiotics and can be cured. Viral ...

In West Texas, some with severe illness have not been taken to a doctor until their conditions worsened, officials said. By Teddy Rosenbluth Struggling to contain a raging measles epidemic in West ...

Explore top treatments to tackle stubborn fungal nail infections, with expert guidance from podiatrist Tamara Guerreiro Iglesias. The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you ...

U.S.A.I.D. Global Health The United States was the major funder of tuberculosis programs. Now hundreds of thousands of sick patients can’t find tests or drugs, and risk spreading the disease.

You’ve probably given someone the silent treatment once or twice (or maybe even more than that). You know the drill — you and your partner get into a heated argument that ends with hurt feelings and ...