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Simple weight-loss quiz may pinpoint why some diets fail — and how to boost success
Weight loss can be highly dependent on each individual's habits and relationship with food. With this in mind, new research from City St. George’s, University of London, found that categorizing people into "eating profiles" can help…
Sleep timing could directly impact chances of heart attack or stroke, study suggests
Adults who consider themselves "night owls" tend to score lower in cardiovascular health assessments and face a higher risk of heart attack or stroke. That’s according to a new study published Wednesday in the Journal of the…
Woman’s painful reaction to wine leads to life-changing cancer discovery
One woman’s uncomfortable reaction to alcohol led to a grave discovery. Hollie Thursby, 28, a mother of two from the U.K., told Kennedy News and Media that after giving birth to her second son, Jack, she began experiencing unusual…
Depression, anxiety and other disorders may have the same genetic cause, study finds
Psychiatric disorders can share common genetic influences, which means parts of DNA can be at the root of more than one mental condition, new research has found. The study, led by researchers at Texas A&M University and published…
Unexplained nighttime noises provoke fear, sleepless nights as residents seek answers
A mysterious hum is reportedly plaguing the residents of Cincinnati, keeping people up at night and even disturbing them psychologically. Residents of the Northside, Clifton and Camp Washington neighborhoods have been reporting the…
Nearly 90% of Americans at risk of silent disease — here’s what to know
America’s heart health is improving in one key way, but a newly defined syndrome is raising alarms. The findings come from the American Heart Association (AHA), which reported improvements in life expectancy and fewer heart attacks and…
1 in 5 Americans get no exercise outside of work; where does your state rank?
About one in five Americans do not get any physical activity outside of work, and where you live may play a major role in how likely you are to break a sweat during your time off, according to a new report. New federal data shows wide…
Good old-fashioned snow day may be healthy for kids, doctors say: ‘Permission to unplug’
Ahead of a significant winter storm forecast to impact much of the country throughout the weekend, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced there will not be traditional snow days for kids. The storm is expected to reach…
Common vitamin in everyday foods may control speed of digestion, study says
A common vitamin found in everyday foods may play a role in how often people go to the bathroom, according to a large new study. Researchers found evidence that vitamin B1, also known as thiamine, is linked to gut motility, which is…
Can the flu shot actually give you influenza? Doctors set the record straight
Some surveys have shown that nearly 30% of people believe getting a flu shot can actually cause influenza. This belief is likely due to common side effects linked to the vaccine, including headache, fever, nausea, headache and muscle…
Cellphone health risks in focus of new government study: ‘Very concerned’
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is launching a study on whether radiation from cellphones could harm Americans' health. "The FDA removed web pages with old conclusions about cellphone radiation while HHS undertakes a…
Flight passengers warned as airline water systems test positive for contamination
Flight passengers may want to think twice before ordering drinks or washing their hands on the plane, a new analysis suggests. The Center for Food as Medicine and Longevity, based in New York City, recently reviewed airline water…
Measles outbreak reaches a major South Carolina college campus
The South Carolina measles outbreak has spread to Clemson University. The state's Department of Public Health informed Clemson staff of a "confirmed case of measles" in an individual associated with the university, according to an…
Doctor reveals the biggest mistake people make when choosing a diet
Nearly half of Americans try to lose weight each year, and roughly 17% (about 43 million adults) follow a special diet like keto, vegan or Mediterranean, data shows. With so many different diet plans and conflicting advice, it may be…
The real reason for nail-biting and other ‘bad habits,’ according to psychologists
Nail-biting, procrastination and avoidance are often framed as bad habits we can't control, but a new psychology book argues that they’re more like survival strategies that may have once protected us. In "Controlled Explosions in…
Feeling lonely? Simple 5-3-1 rule could help you make more connections
Social connection is known to be a key factor in overall health and well-being. About one in six people worldwide experience loneliness, which is linked to around 871,000 deaths annually due to impacts on health, according to the World…
Does golf count as exercise? Only if you avoid one thing, say experts
Amateur golf might be known as a "leisurely" pastime or a way to network with business colleagues, but recent research suggests that it could double as a form of exercise. While it may not appear to be the most physically demanding…
Study finds money worries increase speed of heart aging
Financial strain and food insecurity are the strongest drivers of accelerated heart aging, Mayo Clinic researchers reported in a new study. File Photo by Sedat…
Doctor reveals health effects of 30 days without alcohol
Top stories→ Doctor reveals what 30 days without alcohol does to the brain and body → Whole milk is headed back to school cafeterias after Trump signs new law→ Oprah reveals her struggle with "shame" at taking weight-loss drugs On the…
Aetna agrees to cover fertility care for same-sex couples
Aetna agreed in a landmark legal settlement to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples the same way as it does for heterosexual couples. Photo by Adobe…