Each week, Live Science highlights an intriguing case report from the medical literature, where we explore unusual symptoms, rarely seen diagnoses and out-of-the-box treatments. Through this ...

Discover the warning signs of gum disease that could necessitate periodontal therapy, revealing what they might mean for your oral health.

Wendy Wisner is a journalist and international board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC). She has written about all things pregnancy, maternal/child health ...

Zhejiang University School of Medicine investigators reported that higher maternal plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels across pregnancy aligned with lower odds of early childhood caries in children.

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Hyperosmia is when you have an intense sensitivity to smells. It’s relatively rare and hard to diagnose. You can have it all the time or just sometimes. It may be linked to your genetics, hormone ...

In a world full of body washes, finding one that works best for your skin type is essential. “Those who [have] sensitive skin need to find a suitable body wash that does not over-dry their skin and ...

Heat intolerance happens when your body has trouble regulating its body temperature. Excessive sweating and fatigue are common symptoms of heat intolerance. Drinking plenty of fluids and staying ...

While bones can regrow themselves when they break, teeth aren’t so lucky, and that leads to millions of people worldwide suffering from some form of edentulism, a.k.a. toothlessness. Now, Japanese ...