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Organized sports for children offer obvious benefits, such as physical fitness and sportsmanship, but did you know that a musical education program has many of the same benefits? Music education and participation in sports are both great ways to prepare your child for future success.

Necrotizing colitis (NC) is a serious health problem. It happens when part of your colon dies. This is often because of colon cancer.

Gout is a painful form of arthritis caused by an excess of uric acid, a waste product made by the body. It builds up in the body and forms crystals that collect in the joints, bringing on a gout attack. Alcohol and certain foods can trigger an attack. These diet changes can help you manage gout.

Ewing sarcoma is a type of cancer that most often starts in the bone. It can also start in soft tissues. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.

Learn what endobronchial valve therapy is, how it's done, what the risks are, and what to expect after surgery.

These female screening guidelines are for ages 65 and older. Screening tests are done to find disorders or conditions in people who don't have symptoms. Counseling guidelines are listed too. You and your doctor may choose a different schedule that's best for you.

Your kidneys are not working properly. Acute kidney injury has many causes including urinary blockages, infection, lack of enough blood supply, and medicines that can injure kidneys.

You have been diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB), a serious disease caused by a type of bacteria. Learn how to take care of yourself and prevent the spread of TB.

Whooping cough (pertussis) is a bacterial infection of the respiratory tract. It is highly contagious and spreads easily from person to person through droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.