Health Conditions
Meet the New Drugs That Can Slow Down Early Alzheimer’s
They’re not a cure, but they can delay the progression of the disease.
Do I Need a Measles Booster as an Adult?
Here’s how to make sure you’re fully protected against the virus.
What to Do If Someone With Alzheimer’s Says They Want to “Go Home” When They’re Already There
For starters, don’t try to correct them.
Yes, Breast Cancer Can Hurt—Here’s Why Doctors Want to Put This Myth to Rest
Plus, how to know if you should see someone about your pain.
Axial Spondyloarthritis Can Increase Your Risk of Spinal Fractures
Simple tweaks to everyday habits can help protect your bones.
Is Your Nasty Cold Actually Whooping Cough? Here’s How to Tell
Pertussis is making a resurgence—just when we thought cold-and-flu season couldn’t get any worse.
7 Alzheimer’s Caregivers Give Advice for Keeping Your Loved One Active
Customizing your approach based on their interests can make all the difference.
Yes, Younger Adults Can Get Shingles. Here’s What You Need to Know
Anyone who’s had chickenpox is at risk of this viral infection—even if you’re in your 30s.
Health
How to Know If Bleeding During or After Sex Is Normal—and When to Call Your Doctor
Read this before you freak out.
Make No Mistake, RFK Jr.—Mifepristone, the Abortion Pill, Has Been Studied and Is Safe
Untrue claims about safety issues with the drug resurfaced yet again during RFK Jr.’s confirmation hearing.
9 Caregivers Share 14 Tips for Looking After Someone With Alzheimer's
“Build a web of support for yourself and your loved one.”
Cancer Rates Are Rising in Young Women. Here’s How to Lower Your Risk
Experts break down the five lifestyle tactics with the strongest evidence.
8 Ways to Prevent Major Joint Pain as You Age
A little TLC in early adulthood can keep your hardworking hips and knees pain-free through the decades.
How to Provide Quality Care for Someone You Love With Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s care is not one-size-fits-all.
8 Important Ways to Take Care of Yourself When Caring for Someone With Alzheimer’s
Your health is important too.
Sundown Syndrome Is Why People With Alzheimer's Get More Confused at Night
Brain damage caused by dementia can lead to anxiety, fear, and irritability, especially in the evening. This is how caregivers can help.
No, Your 30s Aren’t Too Young to Think About Stroke Prevention—Especially as a Woman
Strokes can (and do) happen at any age.
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PSA: Many Household Cleaners, Wipes, and Hand Sanitizers Won’t Kill Norovirus—Here’s What Will
An infectious disease specialist shares how to stop this bug in its tracks.
The California Wildfires Are Making the Air Toxic—Here’s How to Protect Your Health
An air quality index over 150 is bad for you...and the peak in LA was more than double that.
This Rare Type of Arthritis Causes Severe Back Pain and Is Often Overlooked By Doctors
It mainly affects people younger than 40 and makes your spine incredibly stiff.
5 Signs That Your Ongoing Back Pain Could Actually Be Axial Spondyloarthritis
This type of arthritis is hard to pinpoint because of its common symptoms.
CDC Data Shows Norovirus Is Surging—Here are 5 Symptoms You Really Shouldn’t Ignore
Plus, when to see a doctor if this stomach bug gets the best of you.
Walking Pneumonia Is on the Rise. Here Are the Symptoms to Look Out For
It’s like a bad chest cold with some serious stamina.
My HS Was So Painful I Could Barely Get Out of Bed. Here’s How the Right Treatment Gave Me My Life Back
“It became unmanageable. I couldn’t go to class and I’d have to sleep with a pillow in between my legs to find some comfort.”
HS Made My Postpartum Period Incredibly Painful. Here’s How I Got Through It
“At times, it was hard to even pick my baby up.”