Scientists believe bone spurs happen because of osteoarthritis or when the body tries to heal itself after a trauma by replacing bone.

Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. But we all face changes in life that can challenge our emotional well being.

African Americans are at a higher risk for high blood pressure than other ethnic groups. Read on to learn why and how making certain lifestyle changes can help lower blood pressure.

Physical violence is just one form of domestic abuse. Emotional abuse can affect you in serious ways as well. Read on to learn more.

You can’t fully prevent osteoarthritis. But you can help lessen daily stress on your joints. This can make it less likely that osteoarthritis will happen, or get worse.

Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness, and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children.

More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.

This test is used to diagnose von Willebrand disease, a bleeding disorder that causes excessive bleeding after minor injuries.

Vitamin D is especially important for bone health. If you have low levels of this vitamin, you may be at risk for osteoporosis or other bone problems.

This test measures the level of vitamin B-12 in your blood. You need this vitamin to make red blood cells and for your nervous system to function as it should.