Consumer Health - August 2020 Archives

Celiac disease is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. The cause of celiac disease isn't known, but ...

Vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins play a role in producing brain chemicals that affect mood and other brain functions. Low levels of B-12 and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have a 7-year-old daughter who becomes anxious and agitated whenever it storms. What can I do to help her overcome her fear ...

Severe weather has many parts of the U.S. on high alert as two storms are expected to make landfall this week. But even though Tropical ...

Certain cancer treatments can cause mouth sores that can be painful and distressing. They also can make it difficult for your mouth to heal itself ...

I've heard that infant swimming in chlorinated, indoor pools might cause childhood asthma. Is it safe for my 5-month-old to swim indoors? _______________________________ Answer: Some research suggests ...

Swimmer's itch is an itchy rash that can occur after you go swimming or wading outdoors. Also known as cercarial dermatitis, swimmer's itch is most ...