Kristen Fischer

ALS symptoms affect muscles in your hands, arms, feet, and legs. The disease can also affect how you speak and swallow. ALS symptoms in women may be different than in men.

Wondering how to get rid of a boil? Find out what causes them, what the symptoms are, and how to treat them.

Climate change may cause Rift Valley fever virus to be more widespread. Learn about the symptoms and treatments for Rift Valley Fever.

Progressive overload is the act of gradually boosting the intensity of your workouts. Learn how it can improve your muscles and health.

Learn how to tell whether your parasocial relationship – a non-reciprocal relationship with a celebrity or influencer – is healthy or harmful.

Outing occurs when others share information about your gender identity or sexual orientation without your approval. Being outed can affect your physical and mental health.

Learn more about Hendra virus, a rare respiratory illness that comes from bats. Hendra virus is transmitted from bats to horses; humans can get it from horses but not bats.

Active shooter safety tips give you ideas on what to do in an active shooter situation so you can stay protected.

Mass shootings can affect your mental health, whether or not you’re directly involved. Learn how and why, and how to care for yourself and your child.

Mass shootings can affect your mental health, whether or not you’re directly involved. Learn how and why, and how to care for yourself and your child.