Millions of us suffer from chronic illnesses, from asthma and diabetes to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Chronic illnesses are persistent and long lasting. Our experts—including those with chronic conditions—offer tips, treatments and advice to ease the burden.
Risk factors affect the part of the brain that plays an important role in short- and long-term memory.
Coffee drinkers may be at lower risk for liver disease.
Study: Having a service dog is associated with less anger, less anxiety and better sleep.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, relaxation techniques and biofeedback may reduce symptoms by 50 percent.
Kids with visual impairments try new activities, meet friends and show off their talents.
Prolonged periods of unease and anxiety are likely to increase the risk of this heart condition.
A belt may someday assess gut function in patients suffering from IBS symptoms.
Leo Aguillon, 2, suffers from the enigmatic vanishing bone disease—but his heart and spirit are fully intact.
Taking a daily stroll at an average or fast pace is associated with a significantly reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.
Children with influenza have a 37 percent higher chance of not responding to their breathing treatments.
Football coach and pastor Matthew Stone's regimen leads to 150 pounds of lost weight and worries.
