Health issues in the news can lead to incorrect self-diagnoses - and even a misdiagnosis by a doctor. Here’s what you need to know to get the right information and the right treatment.
Don't eyeball it, calculate it.
From gum disease to sleep apnoea and more, the hormonal changes of menopause can make women more vulnerable to certain conditions. Here’s what may be in store – and what can be done about it.
Think the sniff test can protect you from foodborne illness? Not when these items are involved.
Groundbreaking research shows how certain foods and lifestyle changes can deactivate the genes that cause us to store fat.
How much you smoke, drink, eat, exercise and whether you use protection during sex or while out in the sun matters. Doctors weigh in on what matters most.
Humans are the only creatures whose tears can be triggered by their feelings. But why? Our tears are far more important than scientists once believed...
While heart attacks and strokes can, of course, lead to sudden death, when it comes to infectious diseases, many factors come into play that will determine if you get sick – and how sick you get. [...]
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High blood pressure damages your blood vessels, heart and eyes while also increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia and kidney disease. The following tips will help to lower high [...]
Some of the best longevity tips are the easiest. Here are the life extenders you should add to your daily routine.
You gotta look before you flush, ease up when you wipe, and, yes, there is a right way to hang toilet paper.
Your metabolism is like compound interest: The more you invest, the bigger your reward—in the form of effortless calorie burn. These little tricks provide a big payoff.
Our scientific knowledge is continually evolving – don’t forget that 80 years ago, doctors recommended cigarettes. Here’s the latest information on controversial health topics.
Although we don’t know a lot about the causes of Alzheimer’s disease, having the following conditions may raise your risk or make your symptoms worse.