Health

Set the right tone for the rest of the day by following these expert-approved tips.

Antibiotics are the first treatment for necrotizing fasciitis.

Here's how to stay safe when you take a dip at beaches, lakes, or rivers.

You may have been taught the old cowboy trick of applying a tourniquet and using a blade to cut the bite wound to suck out the poison. It looks dramatic, but does it really work?

If you want to start a family, consider settling down in one of the best states for new parents.

Maui residents need a tremendous amount of support right now. Here's how you can help.

People in the 20th century had some odd anti-aging cures to consider.

From animal glands to radioactive water, these odd anti-aging cures involved more scheme than science.

If you've been here recently, this PSA is for you.

First it was almond cookies—now it’s Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Fully Cooked Falafel.

From acrophobia (the fear of heights) to zuigerphobia (the fear of vacuum cleaners), there are plenty of things to be scared of—rationally or otherwise.

A new Alzheimer's drug shows promise for those in the early stages of the disease.

Leqembi could slow the progression of Alzheimer's, but the side effects can be severe.

Insects can interrupt a nice day outdoors by using your legs as a buffet table. Here's how to quell the itching.

Does ketchup need to be refrigerated? Not really. But should it be? According to Heinz, yes.

Pickleball is putting some players out of commission.

Pickleball mania is causing a strain on the healthcare system.

Doctors can self-prescribe, but it's generally discouraged and the practice has quite a few stipulations.

Some athletes call it runner’s trots. Others refer to it as the Gingerbread Man. Here's why marathoners sometimes get off to a runny start.

Paying bills is a source of acute stress.

How much do you really know about our biological and physiological responses to *waves hands around* all this? Grab a stress ball and find out.

The definition of ‘phobia’ is similar to that of ‘fear’—but there’s a big difference in the threat level.

That feeling when you're about to get paid $10,000 for walking around.

Walking 10,000 steps a day can be tough to find the time or motivation for—but you’d probably do it for $10,000.

Poison ivy isn’t the only thing that can give you a nasty rash.

Air pollution fogs road in Delhi, India.

Under normal circumstances, the U.S. doesn't rank on the list of the 20 worst cities for air quality.

Everything you need to know about the frozen strawberries recalled from Costco, Walmart, and more stores.

These expert-recommended sunscreens can help protect your skin this summer—and year-round.

Protect your skin all year-round with the best sunscreens recommended by experts.

Whether you're on a hike or at the beach, these items will help you stay safe along the way.

Whether you’re on a hike or at the beach, the best summer safety products will cover all the bases, and they're expert-approved.

Make sure you know how to keep your pet safe during tick season.

Tick collars, topical treatments, and oral medication are just a few things you can try to keep ticks from biting your pets.

Can your MacGyver air scrubber do the work of a purifier costing hundreds of dollars? Science says yes.

7 Morning Habits That Can Affect Your Entire Day

What You Should Know About Necrotizing Fasciitis, the Flesh-Eating Bacterial Infection

Can You Actually Suck the Poison Out of a Snakebite?

The 20 Best States to Have a Baby in 2023

Maui Wildfires Have Devastated the Hawaiian Island—Here are 5 Organizations That Are Helping

10 of the 20th Century’s Strangest Anti-Aging Cures

May Contain Rocks or Insects: Trader Joe’s Adds Falafel and Soup to Its List of Recalled Food Items

41 Fascinating Phobias, Explained

The FDA Has Just Given Rare Approval to a New Alzheimer's Drug, Leqembi—Here's What We Know So Far

6 Ways to Make a Bug Bite Stop Itching

Should Ketchup Be Refrigerated? Heinz Says Yes

Pickle Pain: Rising Pickleball Injuries Could Result in 67,000 ER Visits This Year

Can Doctors Self-Prescribe Medications?

Why Do Marathon Runners Poop Their Pants?

10 Facts About Stress You Should Know

Fear vs. Phobia: What’s the Difference?

GymBird Is Hiring a “Chief Step Officer” to Walk 10,000 Steps for $10,000

How to Spot Poison Oak

The 20 Cities With the Worst Air Pollution Worldwide

Costco and Walmart Frozen Strawberries Are Subject to Recall—Here’s How to Check If Yours Are Affected

4 of the Best Sunscreens, According to Dermatologists

11 Essentials That Will Help You Stay Safe This Summer, According to Experts

6 Tips to Help Keep Your Pet Tick-Free

Do DIY Air Purifiers Really Work to Combat Wildfire Smoke, COVID, and Other Pollutants?