In most Indian households, raw papaya is consumed as a subzi or added to the curries, but do you know drinking the juice of ...

Ahead, 10 itches you should never scratch. Get The Healthy by Reader's Digest newsletter  Itches you shouldn't scratch 1.

Researchers discovered a previously unknown mechanism that may drive tissue damage and a new target for drug discovery.

Our immune system is armed with an array of defenses designed to detect and eliminate harmful threats. One of its most powerful defense mechanisms is the complement system-a group of proteins that ...

Recent research reveals Zika virus modifies host odors, making infected individuals more attractive to mosquitoes, impacting ...

Raw papaya has an enzyme called papain which helps to break down proteins that improve digestion and prevent bloating. It is ...

Scratching isn’t just a bad habit — it’s an immune defense mechanism. While it fuels inflammation, it also helps fight ...

Researchers studied genetically modified mice that lack NP2 itch-sensing neurons, to investigate the connection between itch, scratch, and inflammation.

New research published in the journal Science uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model ...

Scratching an itchy rash really does make it worse. Now we know why, thanks to new research that uncovers how scratching aggravates inflammation and swelling in a mouse model of a type of eczema ...

Mild to moderate signs of food allergy include a swollen face, lips or eyes; hives or welts on your skin; or vomiting. A severe allergic reaction (called anaphylaxis) can cause trouble breathing, ...