Every second, an adult generates around five million new blood cells to replace aging or dying ones, making the blood system a highly regenerative organ.

Our blood consists of many cell types that develop through different stages from a precursor type -- the blood stem cell. An international research team has now investigated the developmental pathways ...

Older studies that concluded that too much red meat is harmful to your health have many limitations, based on newer findings.

The American Red Cross is hosting several blood drives in March and April. You can make an appointment online here or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). New Hanover County: Wilmington Kure ...

Most people exposed to the parasites behind babesiosis don't get sick, but for others, the infection can be deadly.

As a general rule, many people can benefit from CBC, lipid panel, BMP and hemoglobin A1C even without any symptoms. Also, ...

The Silver and Red beach on Hormuz Island in Iran has the internet buzzing after a tour guide shared videos of its red ...

Men who had given blood more than 100 times in their life were more likely to have blood cells carrying certain beneficial mutations, suggesting that donating blood promotes the growth of these cells ...

Learn what causes painful boils in private areas, effective home remedies, prevention tips, and when you should seek medical help for this common condition.

It's not an omen, it's just an eclipse. Earth will cast its shadow across the moon, turning its surface red as our planet, our moon, and our sun align. That's why total lunar eclipses are sometimes ...

Earth will cast its shadow across the moon, turning its surface red as our planet, our moon, and our sun align. That's why total lunar eclipses are sometimes called the "blood moon." This will be ...

The 22-year-old Detroit Red Wings forward suffered an upper-body injury in the first period against Utah on Thursday night. Mazur was called up from the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins ...