How to Avoid Contentious Holiday Gatherings After the Election

How to avoid a contentious family holiday after the big election ...

Why Do Flights Cause Clogged Ears?

“Airplane ear” can muffle hearing and make your ears feel clogged. Here’s why, and how to avoid it ...

8 Factors That Put You at Risk of Severe Flu

Flu infections have started picking up. Here’s what to know ...

Elon Musk Asked People to Upload Their Health Data. X Users Obliged

Privacy experts cringed when people started feeding their medical images to the A.I. tool Grok ...

Millennial Pregnancy Gets Its Demi Moore Moment

Decades after Moore appeared pregnant and naked on the cover of Vanity Fair, the pregnant body is thoroughly eroticized and ...

How Healthy Are Sweet Potatoes?

Their moment in the spotlight has arrived. Let’s take a look at their best qualities ...

1 Dead and Dozens Ill in E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots

The outbreak, which has sickened nearly 40 people, has been tied to multiple brands of recalled organic carrots sold by ...

ChatGPT Defeated Doctors at Diagnosing Illness

A small study found ChatGPT outdid human physicians when assessing medical case histories, even when those doctors were using a ...

Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese

A sweeping new paper reveals the dramatic rise of obesity rates nationwide since 1990 ...

Quiz: What Makes You Cry, and Why?

Take our quiz to find out which types of situations tend to make you teary — and what that says ...

How to Stay Healthy While Flying

Here’s what specialists in aerospace medicine want you to know about air travel ...

How to Stay Healthy While Flying

Here’s what specialists in aerospace medicine want you to know about air travel ...

Why Do People Cry? Here’s What We Know.

We’re the only species that sheds emotional tears, but much about them remains an enigma ...

How to Pick a Personal Trainer

First, decide what kind of support you really need ...

Ozempic Could Prevent Diabetes. Should We Use It For That?

New research shows that weight loss medications can stop the progression of prediabetes. Experts don’t all agree on such a ...

‘Modern Love Podcast’: He Saved Me. Now It Was My Turn to Save Him.

They say it’s a bad idea to start a new relationship when you’re fighting an addiction, but Laura Cathcart Robbins ...

A.D.H.D. Symptoms Are Milder With a Busy Schedule, Study Finds

New research suggests symptoms of the disorder may be less severe in those with a demanding schedule ...

Melatonin Supplements for Kids Don’t Contain the Doses They Claim

A new study by F.D.A. scientists found that some products contained more than six times the amount on the label ...

Are Hot Showers Bad for Your Skin and Hair?

Most dermatologists agree that a steaming-hot shower can dry out your hair and skin. Here’s what the research says ...

Why Women Get Less Exercise Time Than Men

Women have less time to work out than men. And their health pays the price ...

Longing for Grandchildren When Your Child Doesn’t Want Kids

A growing number of Americans are choosing not to have children. Their parents are grappling with what that means for ...

For Older Unmarried Couples, Caregiving Obligations Can Be Murky

What should be expected of an intimate partner when a companion suffers a health crisis? Seniors and their families increasingly ...

What Are Seed Oils and Are They Actually Bad For You?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others claim they’re harming our health, but the evidence suggests otherwise ...

A Full-Body Dumbbell Workout You Can Do Anywhere

Try this beginner-friendly routine to build strength and improve your stability ...

What to Know About Plan B: Cost, Effectiveness and Legality

We asked experts how it works, when you should take it, how much it costs and more ...

Richard Pazdur, FDA Cancer Chief, Discusses 25 Years of Innovation

Dr. Richard Pazdur for 25 years has overseen innovations in the treatment of deadly diseases at the agency ...

How To Love Winter

It’s not all dark mornings and bulky coats ...

Heart Disease: 8 Factors That Raise Your Risk

Doctors are thinking differently about what drives cardiovascular issues. It’s no longer just about blood pressure and cholesterol ...

The Next Dietary Guidelines May Punt on Ultraprocessed Foods

There’s not enough evidence to recommend avoiding ultraprocessed foods, a scientific advisory committee says. Some experts disagree ...

‘Modern Love Podcast’: Bridget Everett Says a Best Friend Can Be Your Greatest Love

The “Somebody Somewhere” star is tired of the same old love stories ...

An Idaho Health Department Is Barred from Offering Covid Shots

Experts worry the unusual move, driven by vaccine misinformation, could fuel further efforts to interfere with immunizations ...

What’s the Best Way to Get Rid of Plantar Warts?

These common growths are stubborn, but doctors say there are several options to try ...

How Cannabis Use is Changing Across the U.S.

As voters weigh in on measures that would broaden marijuana access, recent data reveals unexpected trends in who uses it, ...

Chronic Diseases Can Come With Chronic Financial Pressure

For millions of Americans, paying for the treatment needed to manage their diseases can become its own lifelong problem ...

Tired? Here’s How to Know if You’re Sleep Deprived.

The time change can leave you yawning the next day. But for many Americans, sleep deprivation is a year-round problem ...

Running the New York City Marathon at 70

After a lifetime of running, a writer reflects on why he’s coming back for one last race ...

Bruce Springsteen Said He Follows the OMAD Diet. What Is It?

Bruce Springsteen said he does. We asked experts about the science behind the OMAD diet ...

To Achieve Big Goals, Think Small

Focus on the incremental steps that are in your control ...

Her Stomach Pain Was Unbearable. What Was Causing It?

The terrible pain started a week earlier, and she had already been to the emergency room twice ...

Sitting All Day Is Bad For Your Health. Here’s How to Counteract It.

Spending too much time in a chair can unravel your fitness goals and make you feel older. Here’s how to ...

Librarians Struggle With Mental Health After Traumatic Events at Work

As libraries become public stages for social problems — homelessness, drug use, mental health — the people who work there ...

Is Mucus Good or Bad for Your Health?

The sticky, slimy goo plays an essential role in fighting off infections, shaping the gut microbiome and more ...

How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause

Dr. Mary Claire Haver has amassed a following in the millions, all on the promise that women can thrive through ...

What Happens to Your Body if You Eat Too Much Sugar?

Excessive consumption of sugar can increase the risk of health problems. Here's what that looks like in the body ...

Walking Pneumonia: What to Know About Symptoms and Treatment

The agency said infections had increased significantly among children ages 2 to 4 ...

What Should I Eat While Taking Antibiotics?

The drugs can wreak havoc on your gut. Here’s what may be key to restoring it ...

The Rebellious Scientist Who Made Kamala Harris

The presidential candidate’s mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, was a breast cancer researcher whose egalitarian politics often bucked a patriarchal lab ...

A Trans Researcher’s Pursuit of Better Data on Detransition

Kinnon MacKinnon leads the world’s largest study on people who stop or reverse their gender transitions, a group embroiled in ...

Why Heat Waves of the Future May Be Even Deadlier Than Feared

The body’s cooling defenses fail at lower “wet bulb” temperatures than scientists had estimated ...

C.D.C. Now Recommends Pneumonia Vaccine for Adults 50 and Up

Adults 50 and older can now get the shot, as rates of the illness climb ...

3 Ways to Make Your Commute Actually Enjoyable

Traffic jams and train delays happen, but they don’t have to ruin your trip ...

Is It Covid or the Flu? New Tests Can Check for Both

So when and how should you use them? ...

C.D.C. Expands Covid Vaccine Recommendations

The agency endorsed additional doses for people at high risk ...

A 20-Minute Workout to Keep Your Body Limber

Throwing your back out is often caused by stiffness in the upper spine. Here’s how to prevent future pain ...

To Prevent Golfing Injuries, Loosen Up Your Spine

Whether the pain is in your elbows hips or shoulders, the solution is often in your upper back ...

Do People in ‘Blue Zones’ Really Live Longer?

The premise is catchy, but some think it’s based on faulty data ...

E. Coli Symptoms and Treatment: What to Know After McDonald’s Outbreak

An outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has sickened at least 49 people across 10 states. Here’s how to ...

When Democrats and Republicans Marry, Debates Ensue

For some politically opposed couples, the election can’t end soon enough ...

FDA Names a New Chief of Medical Devices

Patient advocates hope Dr. Michelle Tarver will lead the agency to focus more on safety and less on rapid approvals ...

Are Organic Foods Really More Nutritious?

Here’s how they stack up against their conventional counterparts ...

Are Organic Foods Really More Nutritious?

Here’s how they stack up against their conventional counterparts ...

What is ‘Pink Cocaine’?

The drug cocktail can contain ketamine, Ecstasy and meth — but rarely cocaine itself ...

Do Hair Growth Supplements Work?

Online, videos abound of people saying the supplements make hair thicker, healthier and shinier. Do they really? ...

Why Do Mental Health Conditions Lead to More Severe Covid?

People with psychiatric conditions are more likely to be hospitalized or die of the virus. Scientists have ideas about why ...

Frozen Waffle Products Are Recalled Over Listeria Risk

Some products were sold under the brands of major retailers like Kroger, Price Chopper and Walmart. No illnesses so far ...

Getting Older? It Might Be Time to Hire a Trainer.

Personal training isn’t just for the young — or the wealthy. Here’s how to make it work for you ...

What Exactly Is Eczema? Causes of Atopic Dermatitis and Treatment

Experts explain what causes the common skin condition and how to deal with it ...

How to Stop Being a People Pleaser

We have some useful tips from experts. But no worries if you’re not ready! ...

Hate Noisy Restaurants? Stick This in Your Ear.

Apple earbuds will soon be able to double as hearing aids, but those and others can already help you hear ...

WIC Diversifies Offerings to Cover Naan, Soy Milk and More

The program, which provides free groceries to millions of women and children nationwide, now covers naan, soy milk, teff and ...

6 Wellness Retreats to Nurture Your Mind and Body

All-inclusive retreats around the world aim to cultivate wellness and longevity though high-tech tests, “biohacking” treatments, meditation, breath work and ...

5 Healthy, Nutrient-Rich Whole Grains and How to Cook Them

These five lesser-known options are nutritional powerhouses — and delicious, too ...

IUDs and Breast Cancer Risk: What to Know

A new study adds to the evidence on hormonal contraceptives and breast cancer. But experts stressed the overall risk remains ...

6 Books About Nonmonogamy, Recommended by Therapists

These titles can offer insight, whether you’re polycurious or already exploring ...

Is Bone Broth Really Brimming With Health Benefits?

It’s called “liquid gold” on TikTok. We asked experts if there’s any science behind the health claims ...

Is Your Blood Sugar Too High? How Food, Sleep and Exercise Can Affect It.

How often should you test your glucose and A1C? How do food, sleep and exercise affect blood sugar? Here’s what ...

How Healthy Is Broccoli?

The dinnertime standard is a nutritional multitasker ...

Why ‘Unbalanced’ Muscles Can Cause You Pain

Repeatedly doing the same type of activity — whether it’s running, lifting or sitting — can have serious downsides ...

The Cutting-Edge Hearing Aids That You May Already Own

Apple is preparing to turn its AirPods Pro 2 into easy-to-use aids for people with mild to moderate hearing loss ...

Christopher Reeve and 6 Takeaways From the Documentary ‘Super/Man’

The new film chronicles the life of the paralyzed star, covering his friendship with Robin Williams and gut-wrenching details about ...

Scared of the Dentist? Here’s How to Cope.

Don’t skip appointments and risk your oral health. Try these strategies instead ...

What Not to Say When Someone Is Grieving

Some words hurt more than they help ...

How Back-to-Back Hurricanes Harm Mental Health

Research shows that experiencing repeated disasters makes people more vulnerable to mental health issues, and prolongs the time it takes ...

What Is Considered ‘Moderate Drinking’?

That depends on whom you ask, and what country you live in. Here’s what the research suggests and how to ...

What Does It Mean to Be Immunocompromised?

A growing number of American adults have weakened immune systems, which can leave them vulnerable to severe illnesses ...

10 Quick Stress-Relieving Exercises for a 7-Minute Mental Health Break

Sometimes moving the body can help quiet the mind ...

How Mother-and-Baby Units Treat Postpartum Psychosis

In specialized wards called mother-and-baby units, doctors treat postpartum psychosis while allowing women to keep caring for their children ...

Postpartum Psychosis: What to Know About Symptoms and Treatment

The rare condition can cause hallucinations and delusional thoughts in expecting or new mothers. But it is treatable ...

How to Set Boundaries Without the Guilt

Setting boundaries often means disappointing others. We asked therapists for advice on how to do it — without feeling guilty ...

Is It Better to Eat Before a Workout or After?

How you time your meals can influence your performance and recovery, experts say. Here’s what the research suggests ...

Is the Election Affecting Your Relationships? Tell Us About It.

If this political season is influencing your marriage, friendships or dating life, for better or worse, we want to hear ...

Have We Reached Peak Human Life Span?

After decades of rising life expectancy, the increases appear to be slowing. A new study calls into question how long ...

How Can I Cut PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals?’

“Forever chemicals,” also known as PFAS, are everywhere. They’re in our water, our soil and in everyday items like cookware, ...

9 of the Most Celebrated Awards in Science Outside of Nobel Prizes

The Nobel Foundation offers prizes in only three disciplines, but other awards have been created to honor scientists in different ...

Nighttime Depression Is a Real Thing

There are lots of reasons your mood might tank at night. Here’s how to address the bedtime blues ...

She Was Having Bouts of Vision Loss. Why?

The young woman had been seeing specialists about her symptoms for nearly her entire life. Eighteen years in, she got ...

Stories of Marijuana’s Little-Known Harms: ‘It Took Over Everything’

As marijuana legalization spreads across the country, people are consuming more of the drug, more often and at ever-higher potencies ...

Bad Day? Here are 4 Ways to Turn It Around.

There’s still time to salvage it ...

Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?

The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know ...

Mounjaro and Zepbound Are No Longer in Shortage, F.D.A. Says

The change will expand access to the diabetes and weight-loss drugs. But it will also complicate the future of compounded ...