In the United States, about 12 million people between the ages of 15 and 49 rely on birth control pills. While generally safe, as with any medication, certain risks are involved.

Abstaining from alcohol during the first month of the year has become a popular trend known as Dry January. It offers numerous health benefits and can serve as a starting point for developing a healthier relationship with alcohol.

Although deep brain stimulation can’t cure movement disorders, it can help patients live a more normal, independent and symptom-free life. To learn more about deep brain stimulation for movement disorders, read more.

When it comes to brain health, terms like "stroke" and "aneurysm" can be confusing. Both are serious medical conditions affecting blood vessels in the brain. Neurologist Pierre Fayad, MD, helps break down the differences.

In recent years, the world has made strides to recognize and treat depression as the serious condition it is. Luckily, health care providers continue to research depression, resulting in new treatments.

Anyone can trip and fall regardless of age, but the risk increases with age. Losing one's sense of balance and diminished strength and flexibility is a leading cause of injury among older adults.

If you have teenagers, you’ve probably experienced your share of emotional extremes and erratic behavior often exhibited during this age. There’s a reason.

Facial movements serve as the cornerstone of communication and emotional expression, but even the simplest actions, like smiling or closing your eyes, can be difficult when dealing with facial paralysis.

Hear from two patients who have undergone transcranial magnetic stimulation to help treat their depression.

As it evolves, social media allows us to stay connected with family and friends and even meet new people who share our interests. Sharing memes and watching trending dance videos seems harmless enough, but it can be dangerous when scrolling becomes an addiction.