A study slated for publication in the June issue of Pediatrics found a significant increase in the number of children treated in recent years in emergency rooms for traumatic brain injuries that occurred on playgrounds.

If you're looking for a healthy dose of summer fun and friendly competition, then look no further than 370 Lakeside Park on June 4, with the St. Peters Police Rangers 370 Lakeside Fishing Derby, and the Kite Festival, Bike Ride and Health & Wellness Event.

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 300,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme Disease in the U.S. every year.

An emergency medicine physician who has worked extensively with endurance runners has discovered a simple solution for a common complaint.

In the U.S., higher income and longer life expectancy seem to go hand in hand, according to a report published by JAMA.

University of Southern California [USC] researchers said they have demonstrated that drinking coffee in any form very likely lowers the risk of colorectal cancer.

Taking long naps or experiencing excessive fatigue during the daytime appears to be linked to an increased risk for developing metabolic syndrome, a combination of factors that raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes and stroke.

The local support group WomenHeart is providing encouragement and education “from the heart” to area women with heart disease.

Gaining a little weight on vacation can add up to a lot of extra weight over time, results of a small study suggest.

The first-ever Mayo Clinic National Health Check-Up has provided some insight on Americans’ opinions and behaviors regarding their health.