While the doctors on Grey’s Anatomy may commonly speak of PET scans, CT scans and MRIs, many people may not understand these tests or why they are performed.

When you cut or scrape yourself and see blood, you likely know the source of that blood. However, if you see blood in the toilet after using the restroom, the cause may not be so clear. Here are some possible reasons you might see blood in your stool or urine.

At one point or another, almost everyone gets constipated. Fortunately, most cases can be resolved with simple changes to diet and exercise. Sometimes, though, constipation can lead to complications.

Fish can be a very healthy food and provide a high-quality source of dietary protein. However, some fish can also serve up a portion of a dangerous substance.

June brings the official start of summer, and with it, a whole new spread of in-season fruits and veggies with unique health benefits.

Most people have had some kind of ailment at one point or another, but many people are also fortunate not to experience severe health problems. These healthy individuals can often do something for those who are less fortunate — donate "health."

Whether it’s an advertisement for sleep medication, bladder control or seasonal allergies, all medications share one thing in common — extensive research and testing had to be done before they were put on the market.

The possible dangers of spending time in the sun have been getting a lot of attention these days, and for good reason — there are more than a million new cases of skin cancer in the US each year. With a little knowledge, you can make that time in the sun a bit safer.

Many cancers are not detected until it's too late. But there are some early signs of cancer that women might overlook. Knowing the symptoms to look for can help a doctor diagnose cancer early, which can boost the odds of successful treatment.

The differences that do exist between the sexes can express themselves in surprising ways. This seems to be the case with depression, which affects women at higher rates than men.