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?
New study links belly fat to higher risk of heart problems
New research shows that how fat is distributed on the body may matter more for heart health than the number on the bathroom scale.
New research finds gender gap in reading facial signs of illness
We often notice when someone does not look entirely healthy. New research shows that this ability differs between men and women.
Pandas eat bamboo for life – so why can’t humans do the same?
In nature, many animals live on almost the same diet throughout their entire lives, so why do humans need to be so varied?
Data raise concerns about energy drink consumption
Energy drinks have become a routine choice for many young consumers, but health data suggest growing consequences.
Sleep, stress and large meals: How Christmas affects the heart
Christmas offers time for togetherness, but it also changes habits in ways that can affect health. In particular, the heart can come under pressure in December.
Dietitians: How to maintain healthy habits during the holidays
Christmas is associated with coziness and traditions, but also with large meals. This leads many people to consider how the holiday affects their health.