Body

Yoga vs. Pilates: which one does more for your body, per clinical research

The two mind-body workouts share a studio and a reputation, but the clinical trials line up very differently depending on what you actually want from them.

8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

Cervical cancer is almost fully preventable, yet two in three women have never been screened

A simple test can spot warning signs years before cancer appears, so why do so many women never get one?

Yoga vs. Pilates: which one does more for your body, per clinical research

The two mind-body workouts share a studio and a reputation, but the clinical trials line up very differently depending on what you actually want from them.

8 silent warning signs of high blood pressure most people never notice

It's called the silent killer, but at dangerous levels the body often sends signals you can learn to recognize.

7 signs your body may be chronically dehydrated, and most people overlook them

That afternoon headache and 3 p.m. slump may not be what you think, and the fix is simpler than most people expect.

8 warning signs of a blood clot most people mistake for a sore muscle

An aching calf after a long drive feels like a pulled muscle, but it sometimes signals something far more serious.

This is the biggest health risk in extreme heat

High temperatures can put far more strain on the body than most people realize.

These habits can reduce long-term effects after childhood cancer

Two international studies show that these habits can have a major impact on the health of people who survived cancer as children.

The subtle symptoms that could be early signs of cancer

Many cancers do not begin with dramatic symptoms. Instead, they can develop quietly, with subtle changes that are easy to dismiss as stress, aging,...

New sunscreen could protect against more than the sun

Researchers in South Korea are working to make sunscreen more than just protection against the sun’s rays.

Experts warn extreme heat can make these common health conditions worse

Rising temperatures can put extra strain on the body and worsen existing health issues.

Early warning signs in your back that could signal cancer

Spinal tumors are rare growths that develop in or around the spine, spinal cord, or nerves.They can be either benign or malignant and may...