Adult Health

Vacation Health Benefits

Vacations offer more than a good time — they boost mental and physical health, too

Philly Neurodivergent Meetup provides a judgment-free space to make friends

Neurodivergent meetup

The teeth of many celebrities are bright white and perfectly aligned thanks to veneers

Cardi B Veneers

Don't judge a person's personality based on their tattoos. Research shows you'll likely be wrong

Tattoo Personality Judgments

3 years after abortion rights were overturned, contraception access is at risk

Dobbs Contraception Plan B

Nightmares are more than just scary — they may increase the risk of early death

Nightmares Premature Death

The way you breathe is unique and can identify you — like your fingerprints

Breathing Patterns Identify

New dietary guidelines reportedly may drop specific advice on how much alcohol Americans should drink each day

Alcohol Dietary Guidelines

Want to know when you'll die and how to prolong your life? There are apps for that

Death Clock App

Older adults are using marijuana at record levels, study shows

Marijuana Seniors US

A ministroke can have major consequences – including steep cognitive decline

Mini Stroke Cognitive Decline

Vibrating plates are among the latest weight-loss fads. But do they work?

Vibration Plates Weight Loss

Billy Joel is getting treated for normal pressure hydrocephalus, a rare brain condition that causes walking difficulties

Billy Joel diagnosis

Men are twice as likely to die of broken heart syndrome as women

Broken Heart Syndrome

Running with a stroller? Here's how it affects your form — and risk of injury

Stroller Running

Fast action from bystanders can improve cardiac arrest survival. Many don't know what to do

AED Cardiac Arrest

Adults with acne are at higher risk of eating disorders

Acne Eating Disorders

Eating ultra-processed foods may lead to an early death; here's how to reduce them in your diet

Ultra-processed foods

Spring allergies are at their worst; here's how to manage symptoms

Spring Allergy Tips

Technology use may help ward off cognitive decline — not expedite it

Technology Cognitive Decline

Pornography may be commonplace, but research shows it causes lasting harm to the brain and relationships

Pornography Brain Changes

One-third of Americans report excessive sleepiness — and the issue deserves greater attention, experts say

sleepiness health risks

Social media before bedtime wreaks havoc on our sleep – here's why screens alone aren't the main culprit

Sleep Social Media

Sen. Fetterman urges Trump not to abandon plan for Medicare, Medicaid coverage of weight-loss drugs

john fetterman anti-obesity medication

Intermittent fasting three days a week outperforms traditional dieting in weight-loss study

intermittent fasting

Hysterectomies are common surgeries, but myths about their impact persist

Hysterectomy Menopause Myths

Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep

Insomnia Sleep Tips

Temple Health's new cancer clinic streamlines treatment for people from underserved communities

Temple Cancer Clinic

Eating more fruit and dairy products may reduce the risk of tinnitus

tinnitus diet study

End-of-life planning can be hampered by misconceptions − but the process is easier than you might think

Advance Directive End Life

For people with dementia, dancing is a way to boost their well-being

Alzheimer's Dance Benefits

Cooper Health forum examines how to motivate men to live healthier

Cooper Men's Health

Middle age is a time when women are vulnerable to eating disorders

Woman on Scale

Wealth and education may play key roles in determining heart health

Heart Health Wealth

Poorly-run meetings leave workers with 'hangovers' that sap their productivity, study shows

Meeting hangovers

Menopause symptoms begin for most women in their 30s, study shows

menopause hot flashes

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