Food poisoning affects nearly 50 million people annually. While most cases resolve without the intervention of a healthcare provider, food poisoning can be serious – the CDC estimates that each year 128,000 people are hospitalized and 3,000 people die from food poisoning.

Halloween kicks off the holiday season that’s inevitably filled with lots of sweet treats. But before you load up on sugar, here’s a word of caution from your heart. Added sugar in your diet may increase your risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Read more.

Did you know appendicitis is one of the most common causes of abdominal pain leading to emergency surgery in adults? It’s also the most common reason for emergency abdominal surgery in children. People can have appendicitis at any age, but it is more common in teenagers and adults in their 20s.

More than 1 in 10 Americans say they sleep less than 6 hours each night, uncomfortably below the minimum recommended amount of sleep. What’s causing this widespread lack of sleep? And what are the consequences? They may be more extensive than you think. Learn more.

According to the CDC, more than 245,000 women get breast cancer and more than 40,000 women die from the disease each year in the United States.

What’s at the root of organic produce? Is it healthier for you than nonorganic food? If it looks funny, is it safe to eat? What about bruises? Mold? To put together the pieces of the organic produce puzzle, read on.

When do ticks bite? Blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis or Ixodes pacificus), who carry the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria that causes Lyme disease, can bite throughout the seasons.

Don’t let the name deceive you—athlete’s foot can affect anyone (not just athletes). The fungus that causes athlete’s foot is contagious and easily spread in a variety of ways. So, how can you keep your feet happy and free from fungus? Learn more.

A crunchy rice dish that’s low on fat and sodium but high on flavor!

Did you know that every 40 seconds, someone in America will have a heart attack? Heart attacks can occur at any age, so it is important to know the risk factors.

Meteorological summer may be drawing to a close, but many areas of the U.S. will still be enjoying the healthy benefits of summer gardening for some time yet to come. Read more.

The likelihood of developing shingles increases with age, and the CDC estimates that approximately 30% of individuals in the U.S. will develop the painful shingles rash in their lifetime. Learn more.

This lively vegetarian pasta dish contains no added fat or oil, is low in cholesterol, and is good hot or cold.

For anyone struggling with weight gain, or those wanting to provide a support system, there is hope and help. Understanding the dynamics of obesity, including the causes and risks, are the first steps. Read more.

If sitting is standard for you, especially at work, see what kinds of solutions to a sedentary lifestyle your workplace may offer.

Vitamin D deficiency is a silent condition that affects people of all ages. Vitamin D deficiency can cause feelings of tiredness, weakness, brittle bones, and even stunted growth in children. Read more.

Lighten up your traditional hamburger with lean ground turkey—less saturated fat, without less flavor

Roughly 30 million children and adolescents in the United States participate in sports activities. A preparticipation physical exam (PPE) is an integral component in a child’s overall health management.

Stephanie MaderMedcor Advocate This Fourth of July holiday may be an even happier occasion if you spend at least some of it recreating in nature, such as at a park, beach, or forest preserve. According to a recent U.K. study published in Science Reports, people…

Take an introductory look at what makes whole grains good for you and how to find them in your food.