Gargling with warm saltwater for a sore throat is a remedy commonly known and loved by doctors, and there is some evidence to back it up, but it’s not a cure.

If we’ve had vaccines for the polio virus for almost 70 years, why haven’t we been able to fully eradicate it from the globe? Hosted by: Hank Green (he/him)

Gargling with warm saltwater for a sore throat is a remedy commonly known and loved by doctors, and there is some evidence to back it up, but it’s not a cure.

Every doctor makes mistakes. But, says physician Brian Goldman, medicine's culture of denial (and shame) keeps doctors from ever talking about those mistakes, or using them to learn and improve. Telling stories from his own long...

Not everyone who is infected by a cold virus actually shows symptoms. In fact, people who seem to experience symptoms like a sore throat and stuffy nose more often may actually have more robust immune systems!

Aaron and his wife both work. When one of their kids wakes up complaining of a sore throat, they begin a ritual staredown to determine which of them is going to have to wait for the doctor's office to open, call them, wait on hold,...

Some kids are getting too many antibiotics, and some Americans are drinking WAY too much

Over time it is almost taken as given that science and technology will evolve and improve over time. But does the same hold true for the field of economics? Will future generations achieve superior levels of wealth due to advancements in...

Howcast - Learn which symptoms call for a little TLC, and which warrant a visit to the pediatrician.

An inflamed throat is often the first sign that you're getting sick. Help nip it in the bud with a few simple tricks.

How are Viruses Classified?

A characteristic indication of a disease or illness felt by someone afflicted by it.
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Join Mac Lesggy as he explores the effectiveness of traditional remedies like honey, thyme, and lemon in treating common ailments. Learn from health experts about the science behind these natural solutions and witness how essential oils...

Drugs can either relieve symptoms (painkillers) or treat the underlying disease (antibiotics). Learn about the drugs you need to know and how they work - including why antibiotics don't work against viruses.

We’ve learned a lot about COVID’s effects on the brain over the past two years. And frankly, it’s not pretty. Brain fog, “long COVID”, sudden death, all resulting from neurological damage done by this awful virus. Despite quarantines,...

Learn how to sign more than 40 signs about the medical industry in American Sign Language. This is Part 2 in our series on profession signs. Calling all doctors, nurses and medical employees, this one’s for you! Use the chapter markers...

Some kids are getting too many antibiotics, and some Americans are drinking WAY too much

Subacute Thyroiditis (Thyroid Inflammation; De Quervain’s) | Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment



Subacute Thyroiditis is a condition involving inflammation of the thyroid gland. In this lesson, we discuss the causes of this...

Australia's newly discovered Cedar virus may provide a clue for curing the deadly Hendra and Nipah viruses, which are Henipaviruses carried in the bodily fluids of the Pteropid fruit bat. They have a respective 50 and 75 percent...

Let's learn health vocabulary in English! In this video we'll learn: bloody nose, broken bone, cough, sneeze, fever, sore throat, burnt, throw up, headache and stomach ache.

This video explores five fun facts about egyptians.

Allergic rhinitis (also known as Hay Fever) is a relatively common condition that involves inflammation of the nasal mucosa in response to allergens. These allergens can trigger release of inflammatory mediators (like histamine) from...

Thyroid Cancer (also known as Thyroid Carcinoma) is a cancer of the thyroid gland (which is an endocrine gland located in the anterior portion of the neck). There are 4 main types of thyroid cancer, each having similar signs and symptoms...

One of the arguments you hear most often by people who don't want to get immunized against influenza is that the flu just isn't a big deal; it's just a bad cold. It's not. There are lots of other things people often get wrong about flu...