A soon-to-be presented observational study found that a higher BMI may indicate a lower risk of dying from ...

Rats in New York City are becoming more than a nuisance. The New York City Department of Health has released a health ...

Sleeping poorly and being stressed out can also limit the body’s ability to lose weight. A lack of rest often leads to an ...

A liquid tool, silver diamine fluoride, cheaper than sealants. Here's how experts say it helps fight tooth decay.

Research suggests that accelerated aging is linked to higher rates of early-onset cancers. Longevity researchers say they ...

Eating certain fruit and vegetable skins may provide additional nutrients that support your health. Here are the best ones to ...

Walking in the rain offers many health benefits. Here’s why walking in the rain is good for your health and how you can make the most of your stroll, according to experts.

JN.1 is the most common COVID-19 variant in the U.S. right now. This variant currently causes 84% of cases of the virus. JN.1 ...

A chalazion is a swollen, pain-free lump on the eyelid. It gradually forms when the meibomian gland, a sebaceous (oil) gland, is blocked. A chalazion is sometimes called an eyelid cyst or a meibomian ...

Hip pain that radiates down the leg can occur due to many causes, such as sciatica, arthritis, bursitis, labral tear, greater trochanter pain syndrome, endometriosis, and more. If your symptoms worsen ...

Surgery doesn't just impact the surgical site. Research shows that surgery can trigger a chain reaction of events throughout the body. These systemic reactions—as well as those linked to surgical ...

Malnutrition happens when the body does not get enough food or the right amount or balance of nutrients it needs to function properly. It may be caused by overnutrition or undernutrition. An ...