Vitamin B6 poisoning is extremely rare, but cases have increased by about 40% in the last decade, according to reports from America's Poison Centers. High doses of vitamin B6 can…

Dry January, not drinking alcohol during the first month of the year, can lead to positive health effects. But it could also change your bowel habits, since drinking can affect…

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) have long been associated with sexual activity and personal hygiene. However, a new study found that almost one in five UTI cases is caused by E.…

The cost of diabetes medications in the United States can be so high that some people never fill their prescriptions because they can’t afford them. The consequences of high costs…

Dry January can make a health difference, even if you just quit alcohol for a month. Experts say it can help you become aware of how much you drink, while…

Smoking can damage several tissues and organ systems in the body, and the eyes are no exception.  Toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke enter the bloodstream and damage sensitive tissues in…

Most people should get screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 45. Cells in the large intestine can form polyps, which may turn into cancer over time. Detecting these polyps…

Concerning levels of lead and other toxic heavy metals were detected in popular protein powders and shakes, according to a new Consumer Reports investigation. Although no safe level of lead…

Damp January emerged this year as a less-restrictive version of the Dry January trend, offering the option to drink in moderation instead of abstaining from alcohol completely. TikTok bartenders jumped…

President Donald Trump recently announced 100% tariffs on imports of brand-name or patented medicines unless the drug companies commit to building manufacturing facilities in the United States. The tariffs were…