Tag: Health

Should you sleep with your pet? Experts explain the risks

More and more people sleep with their pets every night, but experts point out that the habit is not entirely without consequences.

How long each skin type can stay in the sun

The sun is an important source of vitamin D, but spending too much time in the sun without protection increases the risk of both...

Rare tick-borne illness sees unusual increase across the U.S.

Health officials are closely watching an unusual rise in a rare tick-borne virus with no known cure.

Research: Sugar-free soft drinks are not necessarily a healthier alternative

A major study suggests that soft drinks may be associated with a higher risk of fatty liver disease.

Why are people left- or right-handed? New study offers a answer

A new study suggests that the reason for right- or left-hand dominance may be different from what has long been believed.

Early puberty may raise the risk of depression

A new Danish study suggests that early puberty may increase the risk of depression in both girls and boys.