Health and Fitness

There’s no avoiding it. The key to dealing with it effectively is compassion.

That rumbling in your gut may not be as harmless as it seems. With the number and variety of gastrointestinal disorders on the rise, it pays to get a professional opinion. Here are some of the most common issues.

When chronic illness speeds us toward the end of life, some special people can help us live better.

Bayhealth's pet assisted therapy program is a success. Plus, weight loss with a spiritual twist, family caregivers get a break, and more.

You may eat well, but do you eat well enough? Most diets need a little something extra. Here are the dietary supplements top nutritionists recommend most.

Need to multitask? Local doctors offer tips on keeping your children healthy while managing your household.

Kayla Martell was diagnosed with alopecia areata at age 10. That didn’t stop her from becoming Miss Delaware, or from using the disease as her platform. She’s helped many in the process.

Whether ischemic or hemorrhagic, it’s important to recognize the signs so you can take swift action. Here’s what you need to know.

We asked 26 local professionals how to be healthier. Here is their best advice.

For seven decades, Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children has cared for the state’s youngest citizens, yet it has remained something of a mystery. Here is why it’s one of the best in the nation.