Medicine

Miley Cyrus has performed for some of the world's biggest audiences — but for years, she quietly battled stage fright behind the scenes. In a recent interview, the pop icon revealed that a therapy called EMDR was instrumental in…

The research, published Tuesday in Frontiers in Psychology, looked at the eating and sleeping habits of more than 1,000 people and tied dairy to nightmares in some.…

Many people have posted on social media about the so-called "old people smell," described as a faintly musty or greasy scent sometimes associated with older adults. This phenomenon is more science than stigma, experts say."I…

Nearly 30 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids, only 16% of people who need them actually use them, according to the National Council on Aging. Photo…

The judges tended to agree with each other regarding what a tattoo said about a person, but those judgments rarely corresponded to the tattoo owner's self-reported…

A new meta-analysis from the University of Washington suggests that no amount of processed food is safe to consume. Researchers analyzed 77 different studies to gauge the link between certain amounts of these foods and common chronic…

More than 39,000 deaths, nearly 100,000 non-fatal heart attacks and up to 65,000 strokes in the U.S. could be prevented if people eligible for statins and other…

For most Americans, the 4th of July is marked by patriotic celebrations with family and friends — but for some, the festive holiday can end with an unplanned trip to the emergency room. More than 45,000 people visit the ER on July 4…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the recall of nearly 368,000 pounds of Kraft Heinz Fully Cooked Turkey Bacon on Wednesday that are sold containing one,…

Flying with hundreds of other people at one time can be a gateway to illness. Various airplane surfaces — such as overhead bins, tray tables, instruction cards and seat covers — are some of the biggest sources of germs, according to…

1 of 2 | The amazing ability of the mouth's lining to quickly heal itself without scarring is likely due to a specific cellular action that could be…

A new study linking daytime napping to increased mortality rates in older adults may have some rethinking that midday snooze. The study, presented last month at SLEEP 2025, the 39th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep…

The vaccine, called mRNA-1010, was tested in a Phase 3 study in adults ages 50 and older. It worked better than a standard-dose flu vaccine, providing 26.6% more…

After Joe Rogan voiced his concerns about the bread offerings in America, experts are sharing their tips on choosing the healthiest varieties. On a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," the famed podcaster claimed that most of…

Sleeping during the hot summer months can be a struggle for some. It’s necessary for the body to cool down for optimal rest — so what’s the best way to harness a good night’s sleep during periods of extreme heat?Dr. Michael Gradisar,…

1 of 3 | Reverse or inverse vaccines work differently from conventional immunizations like the flu shot and currently available immunosuppressant…

Summer heat has swept the U.S., with warnings issued across the East Coast and Midwest. In addition to putting stress on the body, hot weather can also take a toll on the brain and mental health.Dr. Jace Reed, director of emergency…

Researchers said typos and extra white spaces can interfere with AI's ability to properly analyze patient records. Photo by Tony Avelear/EPA-EFE…

A potentially deadly fungus known as "pharaoh's curse fungus" could offer an unexpected path to fighting cancer, recent research shows. Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania modified molecules from the fungus — which is…

Officials reported that Illinois confirmed its first human case of West Nile virus this year. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News…