Tayla Holman

For the past four decades, HIV has been a major global public health issue. Worldwide, more than 40 million people have died from the disease. Since then, scientists have worked toward effective treatments, vaccines, and a cure. So far, there has only been one effective treatment …

The hip is one of the most important joints in the body. It plays a critical role in mobility and stability, enabling us to perform daily activities such as walking, jumping, or lifting. So it’s no surprise that hip pain can sideline us if we …

Thanks to advancements in medicine and technology, Americans are living longer than ever. The number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to nearly double by 2060. In 2018, the number of Americans ages 65 and older was 52 million. That number will rise to …

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with lymphoma, you probably have a lot of questions and concerns. Getting any diagnosis can be overwhelming, especially if a doctor says you have cancer. It may feel like your entire life has been turned upside down …

Like many mental health conditions, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood. TV shows portray people with OCD as “quirky,” rigid, and inflexible. People who call themselves “neat freaks” may claim to have OCD. Cleanliness is one aspect of OCD, but it is much more complicated than …

If you have recently been diagnosed with colorectal cancer or know someone who has been diagnosed, you probably have a lot of questions. The good news is that colorectal cancer is highly treatable—and often curable—in the early stages. Regular screenings can usually find cancer …

If you sometimes have trouble breathing, you might wonder if you have asthma. If so, you’re not alone. Asthma is one of the most common diseases in the United States. Nearly 26 million people have it—that’s 1 in 13 people. It affects people …

If you’ve ever had acid reflux and heartburn, you know just how uncomfortable they can be. One minute, you're eating normally; the next, that food feels like it's trying to make its way back up. But have you ever wondered why that happens and how …

Millions of people worldwide live with ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A chronic disease usually lasts three months or longer and may worsen over time. It can be scary to get a chronic disease diagnosis like ulcerative colitis. The symptoms can significantly impact …