Scientists have discovered that collecting stool samples at home is as life-saving as invasive colonoscopy procedures.

The microbiome-based test carries US FDA Breakthrough Device status and is designed to rule out low-risk autism cases early ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 76-year-old male who is in relatively good health. For the past six months, I have been experiencing ...

Black, tarry stool (melena) often signals bleeding in the upper digestive tract-not just food. Early recognition can prevent serious complications.

When you’ve taken your dog in for a veterinary checkup, chances are you have heard the veterinarian discuss a fecal test and ...

Carley Millhone is a writer and editor based in the Midwest who covers health, women's wellness, and travel. Her work has appeared in publications like SELF, Greatist, and PureWow. Jay N. Yepuri, MD, ...

Blood in stool isn’t always piles. A doctor explains hidden gut problems in young adults, warning signs to watch, and when to ...

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Your recent column noted that a few people need to take antibiotics before dental procedures to prevent a prosthetic knee infection. My friend doesn't have a joint or heart problem, ...

The 7-foot-1 NBA icon is staring up at his next big challenge — Jordan Wilmore, a former professional basketball player with ...

Colorectal cancer (CRC) starts in the colon or rectum. It is one of the most common forms of cancer globally, though it is ...

University to launch pilot project in January using new technology that tests stool samples and provides results as quickly ...