Health

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.

Larry Kramer in Manhattan's Washington Square in 2007.

While co-founding two of the most influential HIV/AIDS organizations in the U.S., he still had time to pen a landmark play and be nominated for an Academy Award.

Before home pregnancy tests, the most reliable test was just to wait and see. But people still wanted to know as early as possible whether they were harboring a tiny human.

If you’re in the red on AirNow’s air quality map, you should stay inside.

Canadian wildfires have covered New York City in a dull amber pall.

Canadian wildfires have caused air quality alerts to go into effect across the U.S. Here’s how to stay safe.

Want cleaner air at home? You can get a Winix air purifier for 40 percent off right now on Amazon.

The rules for donating blood have recently changed.

Contestants chasing cheese down Cooper’s Hill during 2022's Cheese-Rolling contest.

Nineteen-year-old Delaney Irving was unconscious when she crossed the finish line of Gloucester's 2023 cheese-rolling contest.

Before you head to the beach, don't forget to apply sunscreen to these key spots.

Even if sunscreen is part of your daily routine, there might be some major areas—like your eyelids—where you’ve been forgetting to apply it.

Before venturing outdoors, read up on the most common myths about ticks.

Fuzzy gray or black patches of mold or shiny pink or yellow spots of yeast are indications that your blue cheese is past the point of no return.

Rheum, cerumen, and mucus are just a few of our gross bodily fluids.

Some varieties spoil faster than others.

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?

10 Fascinating Facts About Larry Kramer

8 Historical Methods of Detecting Pregnancy

AirNow’s Interactive Map Shows You the Air Quality Index in Your Area

4 Ways to Stay Safe When Wildfire Smoke Causes Poor Air Quality

Want Cleaner Air at Home? You Can Get One of Amazon’s Best Air Purifiers on Sale for 40 Percent Off

10 Myths About Donating Blood, Debunked

Canadian Woman Wins First Prize in Cheese-Rolling Race After Knocking Herself Unconscious

6 Areas You’re Probably Forgetting When You Use Sunscreen

11 Myths About Ticks, Debunked

How to Tell If Your Blue Cheese Has Gone Bad

8 Bodily Secretions You’d Rather Not Think About

How Long It Takes Those Oats in Your Pantry to Go Bad