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.
Diseases
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.
Body
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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?
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.
Diseases
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.
Body
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.
Diseases
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.
Humans have far more than five senses, researchers say
Researchers point out that the body has far more senses than we typically assume.
Reducing salt in bread can lower the risk of disease
An adjustment in everyday foods could have a greater impact on public health than many people imagine.
New study: Shingles vaccine may affect the body’s aging process
Researchers have identified a possible link between a common vaccine and a slowing of the body’s aging process.
Here are the most common types of brain tumors and their symptoms
Brain tumors are abnormal cell growths in or around the brain and can vary widely in both type and severity.Some are benign and slow-growing,...
Doctors review the risks of daily aspirin use in healthy adults
Once widely seen as a harmless preventive measure, daily aspirin is now being reconsidered for people without underlying heart conditions.
Starting to smoke young increases the risk of cardiovascular disease
New research suggests that the number of cigarettes alone cannot explain the increased risk of disease.