Maternal Mortality Risks: What You Can Do to Help   

The maternal mortality rate for Black women in the U.S. is nearly three times higher than it is for white women. If you're a pregnant Black woman, what can you do to help protect yourself and your baby?

what do you think? 2022-08-17 16:49:47

No Need to Rip It Off Like a Bandage With This Wound Cover   

A new band-aid is being designed to stick twice as well to skin, but hurt half as much to pull off. Scientists are tapping into the main ingredient in school glue to make this possible.

what do you think? 2022-08-17 10:55:14

Blood-Sucking Leeches: Quack Medicine or Medical Miracle?   

Leeching was once quackery of the worst sort. But the leech has been quietly making a comeback in the field of reconstructive microsurgery

what do you think? 2022-08-17 08:17:11

Removal of Other, Small Kidney Stones May Reduce Relapse   

If you're having surgery to remove a kidney stone and doctors discover other, smaller stones nearby, it's safer to go ahead and have them all removed at once, a new study suggests.

what do you think? 2022-08-17 08:15:05

How Weather Apps Could Predict Your COVID Risk   

The same technology used to forecast the weather could estimate your likelihood of COVID infection. The motive? Obliterating lockdowns for good.

what do you think? 2022-08-17 02:53:13

Dermatologists Skeptical of Calamine Lotion TikTok Trend   

The #calamine lotion tag has millions of views on TikTok, with hundreds of videos hailing the cream for its matte effect when used as a makeup primer.

what do you think? 2022-08-16 18:03:34

Pregnancy Complication Ups Dementia Risk, Research Suggests   

These disorders include gestational hypertension and preeclampsia. These pregnancy complications have been strongly linked to heart disease in later life, but, until now, few studies have connected these disorders with thinking and memory.

what do you think? 2022-08-16 16:40:03

Lead Poisoning, Systemic Racism Are Harming Black Kids' Test Scores   

A new study suggests that racial segregation may be compounding detrimental effects of lead on Black children.

what do you think? 2022-08-16 15:50:04

Hearing Aids Available in October Without a Prescription   

The White House announced today that the FDA will move forward with plans to make hearing aids available over the counter in pharmacies, other retail locations, and online.

what do you think? 2022-08-16 05:57:07

One Back-to-School Worry for Parents: Traffic Dangers   

Many parents surveyed said drivers who don't follow the rules should be banned from school parking areas.

what do you think? 2022-08-15 18:04:40

How Worried Should You Be About New Reports on Polio?   

Poliovirus detected in NYC wastewater put public health officials on high alert, but infectious disease experts say there's no need for families of fully vaccinated children to panic.

what do you think? 2022-08-15 09:01:47

Diagnosing Kids with Long COVID Can Be Tricky: Experts   

Experts discuss how difficult diagnosing kids with long COVID can prove to be.

what do you think? 2022-08-15 03:38:46

Monkeypox May Get New Name to Curb Stigma   

The WHO plans to rename the condition to eliminate any derogatory or racist connotations, a decision in alignment with current best practices for naming diseases.

what do you think? 2022-08-15 01:41:27

Four Cruise Lines to Drop COVID Vaccination Requirements   

Four major cruise lines are dropping their COVID-19 vaccination requirements for some sailings next month, according to USA Today.

what do you think? 2022-08-14 07:08:43

How New Federal Legislation Might Cut Your Drug Costs   

Under the law, Medicare will now be allowed to negotiate the cost of some drugs which should reduce out-of-pocket costs for seniors with Medicare Part D prescription drug plans.

what do you think? 2022-08-13 04:05:29

Young Adults Who Learn How to Cook Eat More Veggies   

Greater consumption of fruits and vegetables seen in college students who set goals related to eating.

what do you think? 2022-08-12 18:42:56

Metaverse Medicine and the Doctor, Patient Avatars Ahead   

The metaverse is being pitched as a place where healthcare could be offered bridging the digital and physical world in a computer-generated space where people interact. But will they take that leap?

what do you think? 2022-08-12 13:10:52

Sexual Dysfunction, Hair Loss Linked With Long COVID   

Hair loss, reduced sex drive, and erectile dysfunction have joined a list of better-known symptoms linked to long COVID in patients who were not hospitalized, according to findings of a large study.

what do you think? 2022-08-12 12:08:51

CDC's New COVID Rules Mark Change in the Pandemic, How We Live   

The CDC's recent move to ease COVID guidelines marks a significant shift in the pandemic and how we've lived during it. Here's how experts are reacting to the change.

what do you think? 2022-08-12 10:29:02

Social Media Posts Criticize the New 988 Suicide Hotline   

The July launch of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was celebrated by many mental health providers and advocates, but it triggered concerns, too, from people who say using the service could lead to increased law enforcement involvement or forced hospitalization.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 19:36:14

CDC Ends Some COVID Safety Rules, Emphasizes Personal Risk   

CDC recommendations on social distancing, quarantining and testing children for COVID-19 while allowing them to stay in school may no longer be necessary for most Americans.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 19:12:12

Bounce Houses Bring Delight, But Injuries and Deaths Are Risks   

A new study cataloged at least 28 deaths and 479 injuries from more than 130 weather-related bounce house incidents worldwide - figures the researchers say likely underestimate the problem.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 16:20:17

Large Study Confirms COVID Vaccines Safe for Pregnant Women   

This analysis is one of the first to compare adverse events in pregnant and nonpregnant and vaccinated and nonvaccinated women.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 16:18:10

U.S. Opioid Prescriptions Are Declining   

A new study found the downward trend in prescribing opioids also applied to cancer patients and people with other chronic pain.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 10:35:24

FDA Expands Home Testing Guidelines for COVID Exposures   

While the agency still recommends repeat testing after a negative result, it also recommends that people who have no symptoms but think they have been exposed take three tests instead of two.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 07:57:51

Blood Test for Cancer Now Available, But Is It Ready for Prime Time?   

A new blood test that can detect up to 50 cancers from a single blood sample is gaining traction in the United States.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 07:11:52

The Truth About Whole-Body Scans   

What to know about whole-body CT scans and DEXA scans for body composition.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 07:09:40

What Are Growing Pains? Turns Out No One Really Knows   

When scientists tried find out what growing pains actually are, they found out that no one really knows. The definitions were as random and all over the place as the very pains that kids complain about.

what do you think? 2022-08-11 04:04:33

Long COVID's Grip Will Likely Tighten as Infections Continue   

Experts are worried about a second wave of illnesses from long COVID, a condition that already has affected between 7.7 million and 23 million Americans, according to U.S. government estimates.

what do you think? 2022-08-10 15:13:50

PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' Are Linked With Liver Cancer   

A new study indicates the chemical perfluooctane sulfate (PFOS), which is used in numerous consumer and industrial products, has been linked to the most common type of liver cancer.

what do you think? 2022-08-10 11:43:58

Monkeypox Vaccine Supply Stretched by Giving Smaller Doses   

The FDA said that instead of a standard  subcutaneous injection, the new regimen will be given just under the skin (intradermally) at one-fifth the usual dose.

what do you think? 2022-08-10 09:36:53

Regular Fasting Linked to Less Severe COVID: Study   

Intermittent fasting was not linked with a smaller chance of getting COVID-19, but it was linked with getting a less severe infection, according to the findings of a new study.

what do you think? 2022-08-10 07:54:29

Weight Loss Surgery Has a Big Effect on Marriage   

People who have bariatric surgery double their chances of marriage or divorce. The study looked at data from 1,441 bariatric surgery patients and found that never-married patients were over 50% more likely to get married, and married patients were more than twice as likely to get divorced.

what do you think? 2022-08-09 09:43:20

Meet a Champion Climber with Type 1 Diabetes   

Managing type 1 diabetes is never easy. But if you ask 16-year-old climbing star Katie Bone, she'll tell you that she will never let this disease get in the way of her goals.

what do you think? 2022-08-09 09:16:59

Noses Might Be Kids' Secret Weapon Against COVID   

Researchers have found that the linings of kids' noses are better able than those of adults to guard against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

what do you think? 2022-08-09 03:45:18

Keeping Your Laundry Free From Monkeypox   

Is your laundry a way to spread monkeypox? Keeping your laundry clean is good for your health and might be especially important if you or someone close to you has monkeypox. Read on for expert advice on how to keep your laundry monkeypox-free.

what do you think? 2022-08-08 20:46:03

When Pain and Insomnia Collide: How to Manage 'Painsomnia'   

A report based off a recent online survey of 1,250 U.S. adults found that "painsomnia" (insomnia from chronic pain) keeps many people counting sheep at all hours of the night.

what do you think? 2022-08-08 18:32:59

Self-Employed Women Are Often Healthier   

A new study suggests women who are their own bosses might have healthier hearts.

what do you think? 2022-08-08 18:26:38

How Well Do Vaccines Protect Against Long COVID?   

There is little consensus about how much vaccines can lower the risk of long-term COVID symptoms, but several studies suggest that number lies anywhere from 15% to more than 80%.

what do you think? 2022-08-08 18:10:16

Grease Star Olivia Newton-John Dies at 73   

The "Xanadu" star was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1992, but the cancer returned in 2013.

what do you think? 2022-08-08 15:46:39

The New War on Science: 4 Reasons People Reject Good Data   

Scientific skepticism is a global phenomenon. Social psychology researchers sought to find out why and what we can do about it.

what do you think? 2022-08-05 18:26:31

Loneliness Can Be a Real Heartbreaker   

The American Heart Association (AHA) warns social isolation and loneliness put people at a 30% higher risk of heart attack, stroke or death.

what do you think? 2022-08-05 15:10:40

How Retraining Your Brain Could Help With Lower Back Pain   

New research suggests the solution for the world's leading cause of disability may lie in fixing how the brain and the body communicate.

what do you think? 2022-08-05 06:51:26

Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?   

What you need to know about vitamin D, including how much you need, food sources of vitamin D, vitamin D blood tests, and vitamin D deficiency.

what do you think? 2022-08-05 01:38:08

New Omicron COVID Boosters Coming Soon: What to Know Now   

New COVID-19 vaccine boosters, targeting new Omicron strains of the virus, are expected to roll out across the U.S. in September.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 15:18:15

White House Declares Monkeypox a Public Health Emergency   

The White House has declared monkeypox a national emergency Thursday and says Jynneos vaccine, used to treat monkeypox, will be administered through intradermal injections.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 14:39:15

Does Health Insurance Cover Abortion?   

Here are answers to common questions on whether health insurance covers abortion.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 13:13:12

More Illegal Sites Running Online Abortion Pill Scams   

Before you buy, consider red flags and consult two websites that track legitimacy.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 08:46:49

Long COVID Doubles Risk of Some Serious Outcomes in Children, Teens: Study   

CDC researchers report that children and teenagers with 'long COVID' are at about twice the risk of developing some serious outcomes compared to others without COVID.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 08:36:53

'Self-Boosting' Vaccines Could Be Immunizations of the Future   

MIT researchers have developed microparticles that could be used to create self-boosting vaccines, saving us time and money, and better curbing the spread of germs.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 08:13:01

Monoclonal Antibody Might Help Prevent Malaria   

Experts cautioned that much work remains. But they also described new findings as an "exciting" development against a major killer of children in developing countries.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 07:52:25

Which Source of Dietary Fiber Works Best?   

A new study found no one fiber supplement outperformed the others in changing consumers' gut microbiome.

what do you think? 2022-08-04 06:37:18

Waking Up at Night Could Be Your Brain Boosting Your Memory   

University of Copenhagen researchers have linked brief nighttime awakenings to better memory in mice, adding to our understanding of what happens in the brain during sleep.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 15:29:18

Leftover Food Dangers and How to Avoid Them   

Foods that may seem just fine can have bacteria that causes food poisoning. Here's how to enjoy your favorite foods safely the second time around.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 12:17:29

Neighborhood May Affect a Couple's Odds of Conceiving   

Researchers say people who live in economically deprived neighborhoods are about 20% less likely to conceive, compared to people from areas with more resources.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 09:39:11

Why Exercise Doesn't Help People With Long COVID   

COVID-19 patients who had the most severe illness will struggle the most with exercise later. But even people with mild symptoms can struggle to regain their previous levels of fitness.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 06:53:40

Weight Loss Surgery for Fat Cats?   

Americans are notorious for overfeeding their pets. In 2018, nearly 56 million cats and 50 million dogs were overweight or obese. But when you can't manage to cut down on the kibble and pare back the pâte, could weight loss surgery be the answer for your overstuffed companions?

what do you think? 2022-08-03 02:45:35

Why COPD Is Often Worse in Women Than Men   

A new study suggests women tend to experience more severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) than men due to the smaller size of their airways.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 02:40:56

The Truth Behind 'Go Ask Alice'   

New book further details fraud behind 1970s bestseller.

what do you think? 2022-08-03 02:25:51

Many Saw 'Meaningful' Weight Loss from 12-Week Online Program   

The effectiveness of the free behavioral weight management intervention will be tracked up to a year.

what do you think? 2022-08-02 17:45:17

Are Mini Robots Coming to a Hospital Near You?   

A walking crab and a swimming cylinder are among the newest developments in mini robotics, a field pursuing tiny machines that could someday perform medical jobs.

what do you think? 2022-08-02 10:54:07

Is the Falling Age of Puberty Adding to the Teen Mental Health Crisis?   

Kids throughout the world are going through puberty at a younger age than ever before, and it's causing depression and anxiety.

what do you think? 2022-08-02 07:37:25

9 in 10 Americans Want Their Health Info Kept Private   

A new survey shows more than 9 in 10 Americans believe that medical privacy is a right and their health data shouldn't be for sale.

what do you think? 2022-08-02 04:27:23

Haven't Had COVID Yet? Wanna Bet?   

A mounting pile of scientific evidence suggests millions of Americans have been infected with the virus without ever even knowing it because they didn't have symptoms or had mild cases they mistook for a cold or allergies.

what do you think? 2022-08-02 04:07:56

Evusheld for COVID: Lifesaving and Free, but Still Few Takers   

The drug is an available, highly effective preventive for millions of immunocompromised people, yet many patients - and even some doctors - are unaware of it, or able to get it.

what do you think? 2022-08-01 12:51:16

Summer Flu, RSV in July, 'Super Colds?'   

The pandemic has triggered changes in influenza, RSV, and the common cold, and experts said they can't yet fully explain why.

what do you think? 2022-08-01 04:43:05

'Love Hormone' No Help for Troubled Relationships: Study   

Nasal sprays that contain the "love hormone" oxytocin have been marketed as a potential cure-all to improve emotional connection with others and even save troubled relationships. But a new study from the United Kingdom suggests otherwise, revealing that oxytocin spray does not make young healthy men more able to recognize emotions.

what do you think? 2022-08-01 01:03:04

Wave of Opioid Overdoses Expected to Hit U.S. Rural, Urban Areas   

Researchers say the coming wave of opioid overdoses "will be worse than ever seen before."

what do you think? 2022-07-29 13:47:08

Is Balding Unavoidable? New Research Suggests Not   

Scientists identify a single chemical that someday could help end baldness and speed wound healing

what do you think? 2022-07-29 06:44:12

What's the Best Exercise for Blood Sugar?   

All physical activity is good, but different types can affect your blood sugar in different ways. What will work best for you?

what do you think? 2022-07-29 05:09:35

Video Gamers Are Better Decision-Makers   

College coeds who play action video games make faster, better decisions than non-gamers, a study shows.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 19:26:28

Ancient DNA Points to Oral Herpes' Beginnings   

For the first time, researchers report they have uncovered and sequenced four ancient herpes virus genomes.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 18:25:29

How Doctors Are Weighing the Legal Risks of Abortion Care   

Since the Roe v. Wade was overturned, abortion providers must make many day-to-day medical decisions, with the changing legal risks being as top-of-mind to doctors as the safety of their patients.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 16:11:33

As Mega Millions Prize Balloons, Our Brains Are Affected   

Prize is the third-largest in recent history

what do you think? 2022-07-28 13:58:57

Natural Hair: What to Know Before You Color It   

If you have natural hair and you're thinking of coloring it, read this first.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 12:45:03

How to Find a Transgender-Affirming Therapist   

If you're a transgender person, it can be a challenge to find a gender-affirming therapist. Here are steps you can take to find supportive mental health care.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 09:22:34

Diets Heavy in 'Ultra-Processed' Foods Could Harm the Brain   

According to a new study, eating lots of ultra-processed foods may dramatically increase your risk for dementia.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 05:34:14

For Men, Peyronie's a Touchy Topic -- But Help is Available   

Often the condition is painful. Men who have Peyronie's tend to be in middle age and have other conditions, including diabetes and erectile dysfunction - or both.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 05:33:03

Dying for Attention: Faking Illness Becomes an Online Epidemic   

A recent surge in factitious disorder has taken place online, and it appears to be due largely to TikTok.

what do you think? 2022-07-28 01:39:47

What Is Segmented Sleep?   

Find out whether it's a good idea to break up your nighttime slumber into two shifts.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 20:34:56

More Evidence That COVID-19 Started in Wuhan Marketplace   

The virus driving the COVID-19 pandemic started as two slightly different strains, jumping to humans a few weeks apart at the end of 2019, research shows.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 19:27:28

Ingredients to Help Natural Hair Thrive   

A board-certified dermatologist and a celebrity hairstylist share ingredients and tips to help natural hair thrive.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 16:23:34

During Sleep, the Brain Is Wide Awake, Learning   

Sleep is crucial to our ability to make connections from information we pick up during the day, according to a computer model of two areas of the brain.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 14:41:24

President Biden Tests Negative for COVID-19, Ends Isolation   

The president will test more frequently, and wear a mask around other people for the next 10 days.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 14:21:45

More Evidence Fitness Trackers Can Boost Your Health   

A large research review finds tracking your activity might inspire you to walk up to 40 minutes more a day, about 1,800 more steps, which could translate to the loss of more than two pounds over five months.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 12:52:28

Fatigued or Full Throttle: Is Your Thyroid to Blame?   

Feeling all revved up, even at bedtime? Or maybe your throttle's on idle with symptoms of depression, fatigue, and weight gain. In both cases, the root cause may be your thyroid.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 04:31:07

No Long COVID Drugs Yet, But Other Treatments Available   

There's no specific drug to treat long COVID yet. But as long COVID clinics have sprout up across the country, there are more and more options for patients who deal with lingering, but life-altering symptoms.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 02:26:59

How to Balance Low T   

As men get older, their bodies make less testosterone. WebMD looks at the causes and treatments for this common condition.

what do you think? 2022-07-27 01:41:24

Gun Deaths Rose 30% Among U.S. Kids in a Decade   

A new study finds young Americans became 30% more likely to die as a result of gun violence over the past decade, largely due to gun-related suicides.

what do you think? 2022-07-26 17:57:20

VA Foster Program Helps Older Vets Manage COVID Challenges   

Medical foster homes are privately owned homes in which a licensed caregiver lives with and supervises residents around the clock. Caregivers help aging veterans with activities of daily living like bathing, cooking, making and getting to appointments, getting dressed, and taking daily medication.

what do you think? 2022-07-26 15:44:26

Nightmares Can Sometimes Warn of Parkinson's Onset   

New research suggests bad dreams may signal the start of Parkinson's disease in some older adults.

what do you think? 2022-07-26 11:33:03

Marmite May Help With Anxiety, Study Finds   

While people around the world are polarized on its taste, scientists have agreed that Marmite may be good for more than just toast.

what do you think? 2022-07-26 06:39:58

The Next Blood Pressure Breakthrough: Temporary Tattoos   

Thin sticker-like wearable electronic tattoos may help you continuously track your blood pressure someday, revealing trends and changes during stress, sleep, or exercise.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 16:05:05

Two Children in U.S. Diagnosed with Monkeypox   

Two children have been diagnosed with monkeypox in the U.S. according to federal health officials.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 13:38:16

Hair Loss, Impotence Join List of Long COVID Symptoms   

Researchers report that people with long-haul COVID experience a wider set of symptoms than once thought, including hair loss and sexual dysfunction.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 09:36:58

Some CBD Creams, Patches Don't Match Labels: Study   

Cannabidiol (CBD) products made from hemp have gotten more popular in recent years. But how much can you trust what the label says, compared to what really is in CBD patches, creams, and lotions?

what do you think? 2022-07-25 09:23:35

How to Make Your Staycation Feel Like a Getaway   

Your next staycation shouldn't be just time to catch up on errands. Here's how to make sure it feels like a true break.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 08:11:46

Obesity Rates Continue to Climb Among U.S. Kids, Teens   

A new analysis of nationwide health survey data shows rates of obesity continues to rise for kids between 2 and 5 years of age as well as 12- to 19-year-olds.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 07:18:30

Hospital Programs Tackle Mental Health Effects of Long COVID   

New programs target one of the hardest-hit groups of patients: people with the psychological effects of long COVID.

what do you think? 2022-07-25 04:42:57

Go Bananas for Female Heart Health   

The researchers found that as potassium consumption in women went up, blood pressure went down. And as potassium consumption rose, so did women's blood pressure.

what do you think? 2022-07-22 19:02:18