HEALTH

41 Fascinating Phobias, Explained

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.

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

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

6 Ways to Make a Bug Bite Stop Itching

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

Should Ketchup Be Refrigerated? Heinz Says Yes

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

Pickleball is putting some players out of commission.

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

Pickleball mania is causing a strain on the healthcare system.

Can Doctors Self-Prescribe Medications?

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

Why Do Marathon Runners Poop Their Pants?

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.

10 Facts About Stress You Should Know

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.

Fear vs. Phobia: What’s the Difference?

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.

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

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.

How to Spot Poison Oak

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

Air pollution fogs road in Delhi, India.

The 20 Cities With the Worst Air Pollution Worldwide

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

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

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.

4 of the Best Sunscreens, According to Dermatologists

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.

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

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.

6 Tips to Help Keep Your Pet Tick-Free

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

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

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.

10 Fascinating Facts About Larry Kramer

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.

8 Historical Methods of Detecting Pregnancy

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.

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

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.

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

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 One of Amazon’s Best Air Purifiers on Sale for 40 Percent Off

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

6 Ways to Clean Your Ears Without Cotton Swabs

The American Academy of Otolaryngology officially advised against using cotton swabs to clean one's ears. Here are six doctor-approved methods to try instead.

10 Myths About Donating Blood, Debunked

The rules for donating blood have recently changed.

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