There are two pneumococcal vaccines that protect people against pneumococcal disease.

During an asthma flare-up, the lining of the airways swells even more and makes extra mucus. This makes the airways even narrower. The muscles around the airways also tighten, making it even harder for air to get in and out of the lungs.

Symptoms of concussion can last for a few weeks or longer. Here's what you can do to help heal.

When you start to lose control of your drinking, alcohol use turns into alcohol abuse. This can cause major problems in your life and your relationships. This sheet will help you see if you have a problem.

You may think that asking for help is a sign of weakness. In fact, taking action to make your life better takes a lot of courage. Talking about a trauma can be hard, but it can make a big difference.

In combat, you were under a lot of stress. Being brave is standard practice. Anxiety is a healthy response to stress. But too much anxiety can be a problem. When anxiety becomes such a big part of your life, it's an anxiety disorder.

When blood supply is cut off from the brain, cells start to die from lack of oxygen. Within minutes, skills such as reasoning, speech, and movement of the arm, leg, or face may be affected. The type of skills and the amount of loss depend on which part of the brain was affected, and how much tissue was damaged.

It may take a few weeks or longer to heal from the surgery. Find out how to care for yourself after you're home.

Vaginal hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus and often the cervix. It takes 4 to 6 weeks to recover from the procedure. Here's what you need to know about caring for yourself during this time.

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is done to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD happens when food or stomach acid backs up (refluxes) from your stomach into your esophagus.