A woman’s severe shingles case highlights why experts urge all adults 50 and older to get vaccinated – protection that new research shows may also lower dementia and heart risks.

Dr Saurabh Sethi, a Harvard-trained physician, warns that Q-tips cause more harm than help. Ears are naturally self-cleaning, ...

For months now I've had terrible itchy ears. I've tried moisturising them but that doesn't help. What could be the cause?

Since the ear canal is small, it can become clogged and lead to symptoms such as a feeling of fullness, difficulty hearing, and dizziness. To remove earwax buildup, use ear drops or see a healthcare ...

Now that we’re in the heat of summer, you and your family may be looking to cool down at the pool, beach, or lake. But with swimming and other fun water activities comes the risk for swimmer’s ear, ...

Swimmer's ear is a common problem during warmer times, according to Sarah Rector, nurse practitioner at UR Medicine Urgent Care. The infection is caused by water getting lodged in the ear canal for an ...

Both children and adults are susceptible to the ear infection known as "swimmer's ear." Kay Blaschke/Stock4B-RF via Getty Images Many forms of ear infections strike children and adults alike, but ...

(THE CONVERSATION) Many forms of ear infections strike children and adults alike, but among the most common is acute otitis externa, also known as swimmer’s ear. About 10% of Americans will experience ...