It’s the time of year when viruses are making their rounds—and this winter is proving to be even worse than years past. It can seem like everyone you know is coming down with something. Want to avoid ...

While some body parts are vulnerable to infection, others should remain hands-off because they tend to harbor high levels of bacteria. But it’s not all about germs. Certain areas of your body are ...

Have you ever caught a whiff of something on your person and wondered “why does my belly button smell?” No shame if so: Just like any other part of your body, belly buttons can develop an odor that ...

One of the dirtiest places on the human body is not your butt or mouth. No, the honor goes to an often-forgotten hole: the belly button. Dermatologists say people often forget to clean their belly ...

As a kid, your belly button was probably the most interesting part of your body. Once you reach adulthood, though, the navel doesn't get as much attention, leaving room for certain health problems to ...