For families managing health at all ages, early symptom recognition for pediatric rashes and structured exercise for seniors are essential for long-term wellness.
Have some vacation days stored up at work? Take them! Vacations aren’t just a time to escape reality. Studies are showing that they’re important for a healthy mind, body and spirit. But it doesn’t have to be a lavish Mediterranean getaway.
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Did your mom ever warn you against venturing outside into the cold with wet hair? Or has your grandma scolded you for jumping into a swimming pool less than 30 minutes after eating? When it comes to health, old wives’ tales abound. But are there kernels of truth to be found in them?
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The health benefits of eating seafood are well known, but so are the health risks. In stark contrast to the healthy lean protein and variety of vitamins, minerals and omega-3 fatty acids found in fish is the threat of contamination with metals, chemicals, harmful microbes and other substances like pesticides.
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Many famous models possess some quite surprising talents — besides the obvious of being gorgeous, of course.
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Wouldn’t a bag of Tide Pods and a giant wasabi ball be delicious right about now? Probably not. Read on to find out why these and other foods/non-foods in trending viral challenges should never go near your mouth.
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Tums is an over-the-counter chewable tablet containing calcium carbonate. Consuming too many Tums may cause a number of side effects, some of which are potentially life-threatening.
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Chris Pratt is an unexpected champion of self-care. Here's a roundup of all the times he did wellness like a pro.
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Going organic comes at a cost and it's not one all people can afford. Find out which foods are safest to purchase as conventional (i.e. non-organic), if needed.
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Some men choose to take herbs or other dietary supplements to shrink the prostate or improve urinary symptoms caused by enlarged prostate -- but there is limited research on their effectiveness.
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Lisinopril, often sold under the brand name Prinivil, is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. Although lisinopril is generally safe, it may cause side effects and interactions with other medications.
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Many of today's biggest stars are opting out of parenthood. Find out the very personal and honest reasons why these 8 celebrities chose not to procreate.
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Men’s health topics often consist of building muscle or shedding fat, but with a greater mortality rate than women, there are other important factors to consider for the optimal health and well-being of the male population. Matthew Ruscigno, M.P.H.
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Here's a list of every medical test men should have done in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.
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Take control of your health with the tests every woman should have done in her 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s.
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When inflammation persists over time, it can damage your body and causes illnesses, such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, arthritis and Alzheimer’s.
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As much as we admire celebrities, they, too, deal with the same difficulties as the rest of us — including battling life-threatening conditions. Read on to learn about the frightening health scares that altered 12 famous people’s lives.
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Feeling a bit unenthused about getting intimate? Here are some holistic ways to boost your sex drive.
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The puny-dork stereotype is just that: a fiction perpetuated by popular culture. Sure, some intellectuals are physically weak and have no interest in working out.
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Right before the Children's Health Insurance Program is set to expire, shocking new research reveals the U.S. falls dead last when it comes to child deaths compared to peer countries.
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These eight celebrities are self-professed germaphobes, avoiding hand shakes, refusing to use restaurant silverware and buying hand sanitizer in mass quantities.
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