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Although many of us are aware of the appendix, very few can say with confidence that they know what it does. That’s because the appendix is commonly thought to be a vestigial organ, meaning it doesn’t actually do much. However, new research suggests that the appendix does contribute to your…

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system that impedes the flow of information. This is because the immune system attacks the protective covers of nerves and causes communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. Eventually, the disease can cause the nerves themselves…

Colon cancer is abnormal cell growth in the large intestine (the colon)—the final part of the digestive tract. It’s the third most common type of cancer in the United States, as well as the third most widespread cause of cancer-related death. Overall, the lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is…

Scoliosis is characterized by an abnormal ‘C’ or ‘S’ shaped curve that forms in the spine, causing negative side effects due to spinal deformities that affect other parts of the skeleton and organs. While it usually develops during the growth spurt before puberty, adults can also experience scoliosis of two…