Aging and Nutrition Problems

Poor nutrition can make you lose muscle, feel tired and weak, and make it harder for your body to fight infection and heal wounds. Working with your doctor to make sure you get enough nutrients can help you be healthier..

Learning About Sudden Cardiac Arrest

When the heart suddenly stops beating, it is called sudden cardiac arrest. Emergency treatment is needed to get the heart beating again. If treatment is not started right away, sudden cardiac arrest can lead to death.

Tonsillitis in Adults

Tonsillitis is very common. It is most often seen in children, but it can also occur in young adults. Read on to learn about the types of tonsillitis, as well as diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Foodborne Botulism

Foodborne botulism is a rare illness caused by bacteria. The bacteria can get into your body through food you eat. It then makes a toxin that causes muscles in your body to not work (paralysis).

Dermatomes

Dermatomes are areas where nerves in various parts of the body connect to the spinal cord. Read on to learn more about dermatomes.

Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an injury to your brain that changes the way your brain works. A TBI can be mild, moderate, or severe. Here are tips to prevent a TBI.