We have all seen movies, series, and have known of someone in our lives who got their appendix removed. But do we know what this organ's actual role is? It is a small finger-like pouch, but has a role ...

Discover the surprising role of the appendix in immunity and gut health, alongside insights on appendicitis and treatment ...

For decades, the appendix has been dismissed as a useless organ — a leftover from human evolution with no real function.

When doctors and patients consider the appendix, it's often with urgency. In cases of appendicitis, the clock could be ticking down to a life-threatening burst. Thus, despite recent research ...

We’re all familiar with the fact that we have an organ called an appendix—and more importantly that it can cause some scary trips to the ER. But does anyone know what the eff an appendix actually is?

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Cancers in younger adults are surging. Colon cancer, once a midlife disease, is striking earlier than ...

Often overlooked, the appendix actually supports daily body functions more than we think. Ayurvedic expert Dimple Jangda shares her go-to tips to keep this little organ in good shape. Read Time: 3 min ...

You may have heard that astronauts have their appendix removed before leaving Earth. After all, people say you can live without this organ because it serves no purpose, but how much truth is there in ...