Macular degeneration, or age-related macular degeneration (AMD), affects your central vision. Those with a family history of the condition, people who have obesity, and people who smoke are at higher ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

Lead exposure and lead poisoning are preventable with simple actions to protect children and our communities. It is important to protect young children (under age six) from lead exposure because their ...