Center for Weight Loss Surgery explains the differences between duodenal switch and gastric sleeve surgeries for weight loss.

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Here’s what upper stomach pain is, what commonly causes it and when to seek care.

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Omeprazole is prescribed to treat common conditions such as heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux, but prolonged or frequent use of the medication can trigger a variety of problems. According to one ...

After false starts and incremental gains, scientists crack the problem that made breathing impossible. Will answers come fast ...

A new study shows that a high fat diet may weaken the gut barrier and allow bacteria to travel toward the brain through the vagus nerve.

Edward Downing and Stephanie Skeris are accused of lying about their son's medical expenses to fund their lifestyle ...

Who needs to be tall when you are this strong? The elephant in this clip can’t quite reach the leaves at the top of the tree.

According to the non-profit Kaiser Family Foundation, 89% of adults 65 and older and 75% of people 50 to 64 years old take ...

Low testosterone in itself can cause a variety of health problems, but the addition of a poor diet can exacerbate certain ...