Doctors initially told the boy's parents not to worry. But they pressed for years until a rare diagnosis became clear.

But experts caution that there are several reasons people may shed hair, including sudden weight loss and genetic predisposition.

Dietitians explain how a cup of milk before bed can provide nutrients that support muscle, bone, brain and overall health as you age.

MARION COUNTY, Ind. — As of Friday, the Indiana Department of Health reported there are 25 confirmed cases of measles across the state. While none of this year’s instances have been in central Indiana, experts and hospitals said the surge has them on high ale…

Eating with someone you love may support healthier blood sugar levels, new research suggests. Social connection could also promote overall well-being.

After measles swept through her household, the young woman wanted to get vaccinated. Her doctor said she couldn't because she had leukemia and the treatments had weakened her immune system.

A massive study of over 85 million U.S. medical records has confirmed that childhood vaccinations against chickenpox lowers your risk of shingles. Who could have known this?

A bat found in Long Beach has tested positive for rabies, marking the city’s first confirmed detection in more than a decade, health officials announced Friday. The bat was submitted to the Long Beach Public Health Laboratory and tested positive on Sept. 30, …

Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in over 4,000 deaths, with authorities struggling to contain the virus. The Health Ministry reported Thursday that 4,018 people have died, nearly half of the 8,300 confirmed cases. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo vir…