Keeping extra weight off needs effort and commitment, just as losing weight does.

Obesity is a serious, chronic disease that can inflict substantial harm to a person’s health. Learn about obesity causes and obesity health effects.

Physical activity is an important action that people can engage in to improve their health. Experts advise getting at least 150 minutes to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity, aerobic physical activity every week for major health benefits.

A spine affected by kyphosis has a forward curvature of the back bones (vertebrae) in the upper back area, giving an abnormally rounded or humpback appearance.

Pelvic inflammatory disease or PID is an infection of a woman’s reproductive tract. Scar tissue grows between internal organs leading to ongoing pelvic pain. It can also lead to ectopic pregnancy.

Perimenopause is the time around menopause when your body begins to change. You become less fertile and hormone levels fluctuate.

If your healthcare provider thinks you might have melanoma, you will likely need certain exams and tests to be sure.

Detailed information on skin cancer prevention, including protecting children from the sun.

Detailed information on actinic keratosis, including causes and treatment.

When a woman permanently stops having menstrual periods, she has reached the stage of life called menopause. This stage signals the end of a woman's ability to have children.