Two weeks after using a hot tub in his Conway home, 72-year-old Wayn Van Der Plaats was fighting for his life, his body ...

Two weeks after using a hot tub in his South Carolina home, 72-year-old Wayn Van Der Plaats was fighting for his life, his body racked by a deadly bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease.

Wondering exactly how many calories are in a sweet potato? A single sweet potato has about 80 calories. Read to find out all ...

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, the deadliest tick-borne disease in the U.S., is a big problem on tribal lands in the Southwest ...

Living with chronic kidney disease, like many chronic illnesses, can greatly affect your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being. Here, we discuss how to find support. If you’re ...

The diversity of wildlife in Alberta surpasses that in many other Canadian jurisdictions. Resident wild species can range from ants and antelope to walleye and whiskeyjacks, and includes naturally ...

Norovirus is a highly contagious infection also known as Norwalk virus. It is a common cause of vomiting and diarrhea each winter and is often referred to as ‘winter vomiting disease’ or ‘stomach flu’ ...

A healthy lawn prevents pollution from soil erosion and provides an enjoyable and pleasant setting for your home landscape. Whether your lawn interests include low-input maintenance, enhanced pest ...

Trichomoniasis is the most common non-viral STI in the United States, affecting women four times more often than men. An estimated 1 million new trichomoniasis infections occur each year. Caused by ...

An overview of mad cow disease in the US and abroad, including how the disease affects food safety and human health.