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?
Diseases
One in five babies missed their first measles shot, and cases climbed 40%
The vaccination slide hit four continents at once, and the US is now feeling it harder than in decades.
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?
Hospice nurse describes the typical signs of death
The body changes gradually as life approaches its end. However, several of these signs are often misunderstood or cause unnecessary concern.
The best way to start your day, according to science
Recent research shows that small personal choices made in the morning can have a significant impact on the rest of the day.
Not all fat is harmful: This type is linked to lower blood pressure
Research in mice points to a possible connection between fat tissue and blood pressure.
Three beverages linked to increased dementia risk, expert says
Several popular beverages are linked in recent research to an increased risk of cognitive decline. However, the warning does not apply only to obviously unhealthy choices.
New research shows why memory loss can accelerate
New large-scale international research shows that the relationship between changes in the brain and memory does not follow a straight line.
Seeing something cute can change how we think and act
Why do cute babies and animals trigger such strong reactions? Research shows that cuteness affects the brain, moral judgment, and even our physical impulses.