Jun 20, 2025 · Overview Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or …

Mar 21, 2025 · Vitamin D is a nutrient the body needs, along with calcium, to build bones and keep them healthy. The body can absorb calcium only if it has enough vitamin D. Calcium is a major part of …

Jan 25, 2023 · This mental health disorder includes a combination of persistent problems, such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior.

Feb 20, 2025 · Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but you can get too much of it. If you're an adult, limit yourself to no more than 2,000 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C a day. The recommended upper limit for …

May 2, 2025 · Thirst isn't always a good way to tell if the body needs water. Many people, mainly older adults, don't feel thirsty until they're dehydrated. That's why it's important to increase water intake …

This content does not have an English version. Dr. Muriel Schornack is a board-certified optometrist. She holds fellowships from the American Academy of Optometry and the Scleral Lens Education …

6 days ago · Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of clonazepam in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely …

Jan 4, 2023 · Symptoms Sometimes it's difficult to recognize the difference between a strong-willed or emotional child and one with oppositional defiant disorder. It's common for children to show …

Sep 12, 2025 · Sickle cell anemia is caused by a change in the gene that tells the body to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the iron-rich compound in red blood cells that allows these cells to carry …

Nov 1, 2025 · Description Sertraline is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and …