Jason Howland (@JasonHowland)

Most people know that milk and other dairy products are a great source of calcium. But if you're restricted from dairy, there are nondairy options[...]

Drinking enough fluids, especially water, is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heat illness while doing the strenuous work involved in hurricane[...]

Following big storms like Hurricane Florence, emergency departments see an uptick in people who have injuries related to cleaning up. Dr. Michael Boniface, a Mayo[...]

Osteoporosis is often called "soft bones." "Osteoporosis is thinning of the bone to the point where the bones can break," says Dr. Bart Clarke, a[...]

In recent years, significant strides in pediatric cancer research have drastically decreased the odds of children dying after they are diagnosed. As the chances of[...]

High school sports are gearing up for the fall season, and, with that, comes the risk of concussions. If a child gets a concussion, removing[...]

It's no secret that teenagers can be moody, but research shows that ongoing moodiness often is far more serious. Dr. Janna Gewirtz O'Brien, a Mayo[...]

Sen. John McCain passed away on Saturday, Aug. 25, at the age of 81 at his home in Arizona. The news led to tributes and[...]

As children across the country head back into the classroom, now is the time to start easing them back into a normal sleep schedule. How[...]

Does your child toss and turn at night, and have trouble sleeping? It might be restless legs syndrome. Dr. Suresh Kotagal, a Mayo Clinic pediatric[...]

Checking your child's hearing should be on your back-to-school list. Dr. Kelly Conroy, a Mayo Clinic audiologist, says children with an undiagnosed hearing issue can[...]

As some children prepare for their first day of school and others get ready to return to class, it's also time to ensure they're up[...]