Obesity contributes to many health complications. However, a new study by Spanish researchers suggests that obesity may not increase the risk of death among people with swine flu.

Researchers have found that the onset of puberty acts as the primary influencing factor of bone-mineral density (bone strength) in adults.

The fibroblast, the most common connective tissue cell, plays a vital role in healing wounds. But can also cause harm.

For decades now, watching lots of television has been linked to rising obesity rates. And now a researcher at the University of Minnesota is criticizing the device's increasing presence in restaurants.

Having flat feet is associated with chronic knee pain, or knee osteoarthritis, in older adults, a recent study finds.

Scientists are investigating the possible embryonic origins of gastrointestinal foregut duplication cysts, an extremely rare illness found in both adults and children.

Liver cancer patients who are HIV-positive and waiting for a liver transplant are less likely to receive the surgery, according to new research from France.