We've all felt the uncomfortable side effects of an appendage that's "asleep," but some people deal with nerve pain all the time. Here are five ways they can get rid of it. See more »

They're usually thought of as foul, slimy creatures hungry for blood, but leeches are beneficial in today's medical treatments. See more »

The human body has been called an amazing machine, but even the best mechanical designs break down. And when the design in question is your heart, it can be a little scary. See more »

Cornea transplant surgery is one of the successful types of transplant surgery. But there are still a few cautions. We'll explain the procedure and the risks. See more »

You may have never heard of it, but you’re probably familiar with some of its basics, like taking vitamins and minerals. No harm there, right? Not necessarily. Test your smarts about orthomolecular medicine with this quiz. See more »

Whether drawn from embryos, placentas or adults, stem cells continue to garner attention. They may help treat a wide range of diseases, but there are caveats. See more »

Would you want to know that you were susceptible to a deadly disease, even if your chance of getting it was not certain? This is one of the questions posed through genetic technology and personalized medicine. See more »

Humans make mistakes, and in an operating room, mistakes can be fatal. The idea behind robotic surgery is that it helps eliminate human error. So, are human surgeons' days numbered? See more »

Your back pain may be debilitating, but is it bad enough to undergo laser spine surgery? Find out all the facts before you get burned. See more »

Can vitamins and minerals in the right amounts really cure what ails you? That's the basic idea behind orthomolecular medicine, a form of alternative medicine that's been around for decades. See more »